Jazz
Children & Teens | Available
Get ready to groove through a vibrant fusion of Jazz dance styles! Dive into the electric energy of classic and contemporary Jazz. From Luigi’s smooth moves to Street Jazz, Character Jazz, and the bold beats of Jazz Funk, you'll explore the lineage of this iconic dance form. Unleash your unique style as you find your rhythm and shine like never before! Let’s turn up the jazz and let the music move you!
Spring 2025 session runs for 10 weeks.
- Jazz shoes recommended but not required. We recommend Centerstage in the U District for proper fitting of jazz shoes.
Emi Aiken
Emi Aiken is originally from the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. They hold a BFA in dance and a MFA in Choreography from UNC Greensboro. Emi holds a Certificate in Counseling from NC State University and a Certificate in Integrative Health Coaching from Duke University. Emi has performed nationally and internationally with many dance companies and is a member of the Royal House of LaBeija, the first international vogue house. Emi has taught creative dance, jazz, contemporary, gymnastics, and movement technique for 17 years in studios, public schools, and community centers in the US and abroad. Emi believes that children and young adults are creative and capable at their core, having the ability to understand and experience their bodies in space while implementing practice toward personal and collective visions.