Jazz

Ages 9 -18 / Levels 1 - 5
All Jazz classes meet twice weekly
2 hrs per week

Diverse genre encompassing various styles. A vibrant and expressive dance form characterized by energetic movements, syncopated rhythms, body isolations, and individual style.

Dress Code:
Comfortable dancewear / athletic wear, clothes that allow movement and visibility of alignment.  Socks, Jazz shoes or bare feet. Hair secured.

Classes

jazz 1

Ages 9 - 11 years

tuesday & thursday @ 4 pm

BEGinning : For young students with previous class experience and enthusiastic new students. Fun, energetic and exciting dance styles with emphasis on basic technique, learning choreography, building spacial awareness, strength and flexibility through movement.


Jazz 2

Ages 10 - 13 years

monday & wednesday @ 5:30 pm

Beginning / Intermediate : For returning students or dancers with training in other dance forms. Jazz is vibrant and full of energy, inspiring movement that develops coordination, flexibility, musicality and technical awareness in an expressive and versatile style.  Students will be expected to meet an established level of class etiquette and technical proficiency. Previous experience + Instructor placement required.


Jazz 3

Ages 11 - 15 years

Tuesday & Thursday @ 6 pm

Advancing Intermediate :  Previous dance / demonstration of etiquette and dance technique + skill is required.  This class approaches the many styles of Jazz while building on a solid technical background and strength in executing choreography.  Students must be self motivated, focused and prepared to do their best!


Jazz 3 | 4 | Teen

Ages 13 - 17 years

Monday & wednesday @ 6:30 PM

Advancing Intermediate : Building on many styles of Jazz + Contemporary dance & choreography.  Students will demonstrate a strong work ethic, be proficient in vocabulary + execution of intermediate Jazz / Ballet technique and continue to develop personal strength and expression in movement.


Jazz 5

Ages 14 - 18 years

Monday @ 7:30 - 8:30 PM
& wednesday @ 6:30 PM - 8 PM

Advanced : This class progresses for the disciplined dancer.  Many styles of Contemporary / Jazz are practiced with an emphasis on personal development and growth as well as ensemble work.

Studio policies & info

  • Class Preparation & Participation
    Students should come prepared by stretching and practicing all choreography before class time.
    It is the responsibility of each dancer to stay caught up on any material missed due to absence.
    Students with less than 75% attendance are ineligible for performance.

    Attendance & Scheduling
    Arrive on time, but please avoid extremely early drop-off and late pick-up. Thank you!
    No refunds are given for absences. Make-up classes are encouraged and may be arranged in the event of extended absence due to illness. Please contact the Director in this case.

    Studio Etiquette & Community
    This is a very special environment for all of us. Students are expected to respect their fellow dancers and be friendly, supportive, and welcoming.
    Honesty and integrity are expected at all times.

    Please treat the studio, dressing areas, bathrooms, lobby, and the belongings of others with care and consideration.

    All dancers and parents are asked to clean up after themselves, use proper trash and recycling receptacles, and neatly store their belongings.

    Health & Safety
    Please refrain from using fragranced body sprays, perfumes, or antiperspirants at the studio. Fragrance-free products are encouraged in consideration of others.
    Firearms and weapons are not allowed.
    We reserve the right to refuse service.

    Studio Policies
    No phones or watches are allowed in class. Please keep valuables safely stowed while dancing.
    No food or drink is allowed in the dance room, with the exception of water. Please bring a reusable water bottle with a secure lid to avoid spills.

    Photography or filming is not permitted without instructor permission.

    All dancers must wear black, clean shoes with non-marking soles on the dance floor.

  • Winter–Spring Session 2026
    January 5 – May 30, 2026

    Spring Break
    April 6 – April 11, 2026

    Spring Finale Rehearsal Week
    May 27 – May 29, 2026

    Spring Finale Performance
    May 30, 2026
    at Cordiner Hall

    Download a PDF of Our Schedule

  • Winter–Spring Session (January 5 – May 30, 2026)
    Tuition is divided into five monthly payments.

    Payments are appreciated during the first class or week of each month.
    Please note: invoices are not sent. Cash or check payments should be given directly to the Instructor or Director (not placed in the mailbox). Thank you!

    Payment Methods
    Checks payable to: WW Dance Co. 2
    Venmo (business): @wwdco2-99362

    Monthly Tuition Rates

    • 45 minutes – 1 hour per week: $75/month

    • 2 class hours per week: $150/month

    • 3 class hours per week: $200/month

    • 4 class hours per week: $240/month

    • 5+ class hours per week: $295/month

    Please note: Jazz classes meet twice per week. Be sure to count both class hours when determining tuition.

    Additional Rates

    • Private Lessons: $45 (40 minutes) | $65 (1 hour)

    • Single Class Drop-In: $20

    Fees

    • Late Fee: $15 (applied after the 15th of the month)

    • Returned Check Fee: $35

    The Walla Walla Dance Company reserves the right to retain all payments as account credit for future classes.

  • Jazz: Comfortable dancewear / athletic wear, clothes that allow movement and visibility of alignment.  Socks, Jazz shoes or bare feet. Hair secured.

  • For new young dancers, the excitement of being in the studio with all of the activity can be overwhelming.  It’s not unusual for it to take a class or two for the student to become comfortable and confident.  We want dance to be a positive experience for everyone involved. 

    For older first-time dancers we ask that they relax, listen, do their best, and have fun! 

    The class descriptions are a helpful guideline. 

    In order to have a positive and successful experience, dancers need to be placed at the correct level for their skills and age. 

  • We are glad to answer questions or give more information about our classes.

    Please contact Jennifer and Justine via email at wwdanceco2@gmail.com

  • PLEASE FILL OUT AND RETURN THIS RELEASE FORM ON YOUR FIRST DAY OF CLASS. We will also have forms available at the studio.

REGISTER

Please Note: New students may be reassigned to the appropriate class level at the discretion of the Director or Instructor. Please register for the class you feel is the best fit for your dancer, and we will make any adjustments if needed.

Returning students should register for their current level. Directors will let families know when a dancer is ready to move up to the next level.

Our Classes