Jazz/Hip Hop
Ages 9 & up
*Ages 7-8 may study Jazz/Hip Hop if accompanied with Ballet or at least one prior year of beginner Ballet experience
Program At-A-Glance
Jazz is a highly stylized and rhythmic dance discipline. Classes consist of jazz warm-ups and choreographed combinations of varying styles such as Traditional Jazz, Hip Hop, Funky Jazz, Contemporary, Broadway, etc.
Class Options
2025-2026 Season:
Looking for class times above the beginner level? Â Please contact us.
Program Faculty

Melinda Civitella
Associate Artistic Director
Melinda Civitella
Associate Artistic Director

Michaela Darragh
Dance Teacher
Michaela Darragh
Dance Teacher

Gabriella D’Arienzo
Dance Teacher
Gabriella D’Arienzo
Dance Teacher

Gretchen Goess
Manager, Production
Gretchen Goess
Manager, Production

Julie Groh
Dance Teacher
Julie Groh
Dance Teacher

Donna Iaboni
Director, Studio Operations
Donna Iaboni
Director, Studio Operations

Jenn LaGrega
Manager, Studio Operations
Jenn LaGrega
Manager, Studio Operations

Melissa Orlick
Dance Teacher
Melissa Orlick
Dance Teacher

Victoria Rossano
Dance Teacher
Victoria Rossano
Dance Teacher

Korinne Mesimeris
Dance Teacher
Korinne Mesimeris
Dance Teacher

Kristen Wallace
Manager, Performance Companies
Kristen Wallace
Manager, Performance Companies

Sarah Davidman
Dance Teacher
Sarah Davidman
Dance Teacher
Frequently Asked Questions
Jazz dance is an upbeat, expressive style rooted in rhythm, isolations, and dynamic movements—often blending classical technique with contemporary music and choreography.
Hip Hop is a high-energy style born from street dance culture, focused on musicality, freestyle movement, and personal expression.
We offer Jazz and Hip Hop classes for dancers starting at age 9 (however ages 7-8 may study jazz/hip hop if accompanied with Ballet or at least one prior year of beginner Ballet experience), with beginner through advanced levels for children, teens, and adults. Class placement is based on age and experience.
No experience is needed for our beginner-level Jazz or Hip Hop classes! We welcome dancers of all skill levels and help them progress in a supportive environment.
Students in Jazz and Hip Hop classes will build:
Strength, flexibility, and stamina
Coordination and rhythm
Musicality and movement vocabulary
Choreography and performance skills
Confidence and personal style
Yes! Jazz/Hip Hop dancers have the exciting option to participate in our annual June recital. It’s a fun and confidence-building experience, but completely optional. Costumes are ordered in December, and recital tickets go on sale in May. Whether or not your child performs, they’ll still enjoy a full season of joyful movement and learning.
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