LJ | Jazz 1 | YOUTH

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Please bring your own refillable water bottle, sweat towel and other necessary items. You may record/take video at the end of class with the permission from the teacher. Drop-In rate available. Monthly class packages/contracts available. JAZZ LEVEL 1 Suitable for beginner students ages 6 and older with little to no previous experience of Ballet or Jazz. This class introduces the basics of Ballet and Jazz technique with an emphasis on fun and enjoyment. The study of ballet and jazz improves posture, general health, and coordination. Students will gain the foundational vocabulary and movement necessary to advance in many different genres. Required Attire: Females: Black leotard, tan convertible tights, tan jazz shoes. Males: Black fitted stretch pants/tights, black short sleeve fitted shirt, tan jazz shoes. Hair: pulled back and neat. If hair is shoulder length or longer it needs to be pulled back into a bun. *Ooh La La apparel allowed. Prerequisites: Correct execution of skills listed in Level 1 Jazz & Ballet in front of instructor and enrollment in required supplemental classes Required Supplementary Classes: Ballet 1 or 2 (if on contract) Recommended Supplementary Classes: Stretch & Conditioning 1-2, Turn Technique 2, L.E.T 2, Acro 1-2, Hip Hop 2, Contemporary 2, Tap 1-2, Musical Theatre 1-2 Required Supplementary Classes: Ballet 1 or 2 (if on contract) Recommended Supplementary Classes: Turns Technique 1, Ballet 1, Stretch & Conditioning 1-2, Acro 1, Musical Theatre 1-2, Lyrical 1, Hip Hop 1, Tap 1-2 Skills necessary to advance to next level: Jazz positions Stage directions Direction, level and tempo changes Isolations (hips & chest) Basic stretching knowledge Basic alignment knowledge Pas de Bourree Kick Ball Change Grapevine Pivot Turn Single Pirouette Front, Side and Back Battement Heel Stretch Chases (To the front and to the side) Right & Left Leg Leaps Right and Left Surprise Leap Chaines Turns Piqué Turns Needles (penche w/hands) Chosen skills from Level 2 Jazz Improvisation in appropriate style for 2 sets of 8 counts

From Ooh La La Dance Academy, Inc.