Pop Jazz Dance
About This Class
A blend of traditional jazz dance technique with the sharp, rhythmic styles seen in modern music videos, commercial entertainment, and live concert tours. Performs in Holiday and Spring Productions.
Instructor
Kasey Cheslow
Faculty, Musical Theater & Dance
Class progression
Where This Class Leads
Jazz
Youth 7-10
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Annual
Pricing
Tuition
Come prepared
What to Wear
Dress code
- Hair: Pulled back and secured away from the face.
- Attire: A leotard or fitted dance shorts and top — clothing you can move freely in.
- Shoes: Jazz shoes (black if buying new).
- Jewelry: Small stud earrings only.
Your instructor
Meet Your Instructor
Get to know the educator teaching this class.
Kasey Cheslow
Faculty, Musical Theater & Dance
Before she taught, Kasey performed. She trained in ballet, jazz, tap, and musical theater, then spent years on stage in main-stage musicals and cabaret shows across the Northwest. Now she teaches musical theater and dance with the instincts of someone who's actually lived the audition, the callback, and the opening night.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will jazz dancers perform?
Youth jazz classes feed our Winter Holiday Show and Spring Production, so your dancer gets a real stage experience. Seasonal adult offerings vary, so ask us about current performance opportunities.
Are there jazz classes for adults?
Yes! We offer Adult Lyrical Jazz, Adult Jazz Funk and Cabaret, and a seasonal Video Pop and Jazz Fusion class. Adult dancers are small in number but truly valued here.
What should I wear to jazz class?
Wear a leotard or fitted dance shorts and top that you can move in, with jazz shoes (black if new). Keep hair pulled back and away from the face.
Do I need dance experience to take jazz?
No experience needed. Our jazz classes welcome beginners, and dancers build technique and confidence over time in a structured, supportive setting.
What age is jazz for?
Our Pop Jazz Dance class is designed for youth roughly ages 8 to 17, and we also offer several jazz styles for adults. Younger children get an introduction to jazz through our combo classes.