Jazz and Contemporary

Kathryn Webster Trapani Fiona Cameron

Jazz

Jazz is a great way to gain more coordination, flexibility and strength. It is a fun, stimulating form of exercise. Quick and easy to learn this dance style will increase your heart rate and put a spring back in your step. Once the basic steps are learnt, simple routines are achievable within a very short period of time, giving you extra skills and confidence the next time you are out partying!

Contemporary

As a dance form Contemporary stems from a parallel development of Classical Ballet. It encompasses the components of ‘release and recovery’, floor work, improvisation and exploring form in space. CDC’s Contemporary is an eclectic mix of Graham, Hawkins, Cunningham and Alexander techniques. For the adult who enjoys free and unconventional movement.

Principal Teacher – Dana Jolly

Dana is a graduate of The Victorian College of the Arts and is a widely sought-after, exciting teacher in the commercial dance field specializing in jazz, contemporary, musical theatre and tap. She regularly choreographs for commercial events, was the resident choreographer for `We Will Rock You’ and is currently the resident choreographer for the musical hit `The Producers’. Dana is a fabulous teacher who is very popular within the dance industry. C.D.C. is very honoured to have her as part of our devoted team of professionals!