Experience a 2018 spin on a centuries old tradition. Burlesque catapulted to modern day popularity in the U.S. through variety shows, cabarets, clubs and theatres, combining bawdy comedy with female striptease. Fast forward to 2018: using musical artists like Christina, Janet and Prince (with some occasional throwbacks like Nina Simone and Sarah Vaughn), our burlesque jazz class emphasizes the female tease while incorporating jazz technique.
This class is called Jazz Roulette because of Caitlin's vast choreographic repertoire-- which includes every incarnation of Jazz imaginable: Commercial Jazz, Contemporary Jazz, Broadway jazz and Burlesque... (Lyrical Jazz has its own class on Wednesdays 5:30pm). This 90 minute class includes a full technical warm-up and across-the-floor sequences before heading into the combination. If you are a serious Jazz dancer, you will thrive in this class.
Step out of the audience and into your favorite musical- front and center! This class offers a fun way to learn choreography from your favorite Broadway shows like West Side Story, Footloose, A Chorus Line, and Chicago. A truly delightful class for those of you who love Broadway musicals. Deepen your appreciation for this whimsical dance art by experiencing choreography that has delighted audiences for decades! This beginner level class assumes you've had some prior dance training.
Calling all Atlanta DIVAS! Let your hair down (literally- hair whips are strongly encouraged here) and dance to some of the hottest POP music around. Influenced by the moves of Britney, Beyonce and Janet, this class is for anyone who wants to learn some of the iconic POP steps without traveling to LA. One specific piece of technique will be highlighted- then echoed in Peter's sizzling jazz choreography: Learn it then dance it out!
This class will build upon Beginner Turns & Leaps by incorporating more challenging sequences across-the-floor with Beg/Int level jumps, leaps and turns. At this level of training, you will develop greater control, technical understanding and strength to not only help you execute more advanced skills, but to also do them safely. This instructional class is perfect for dancers who are preparing for pro dance team and theatre auditions, as well as those of you who simply want a few more tricks in your dance bag.
Fresh off the stage and into the studio, step into this ultra hot, uber fun and sexy Video POP (jazz) class taught by the Pop Diva himself, Peter! From Beyonce's hair whips to Janet Jackson's precision, from Britney's sultry moves to JLo's spice- this class has all the fun stuff without any technical elements. Bring a towel and bottled water- it's gonna be fire!
