Jordan Mac Adult Dance

Must currently be participating at a dance studio. Must be a serious-minded dancer, interested in pursuing a a professional career in dance.

Full production of student showcase, including venue booking, promotion, ticket sales, choreography, lighting, and performance.

Filming of a thirty-second solo dance audition demo to be used for future industry auditions.

Audition and interview strategies, demo and headshot submission, review of contractual agreements (exclusive & non-exclusive) and industry standard practices.

Full participation in a conceptual dance video, including rehearsal, hair, styling, wardrobe, makeup, and on-set filming.

Participation in exciting master classes held by professional tour dancers.

Creation and performance of a sixty-second choreography piece.

Facilitate classes to master communication with dancers of all levels (total of 40 hours).

Hands - on practice building and running a business including: accounting, advertising, branding, business planning, budgeting, funding, marketing, and payroll

Strategies for students to effectively market themselves through relevant social media platforms.

Techniques for on-camera and stage makeup looks

Scene study and technique classes

Grooves is all about music, natural movement, and self-expression. It typically emphasizes having fun, feeling the music, and building confidence rather than strict choreography or technique. The goal is to explore your own style and "groove" to the music in a relaxed and welcoming environment. The monthly Dance Events serve as Part 4 for students enrolled in this course. Dancers of all skill levels are invited to join.

The Intermediate Technique course is designed specifically for dancers who have a foundational understanding and basic skills in dance. This class focuses on enhancing technical abilities and performance quality in leaps, turns, and other advanced movements. The curriculum includes a variety of leaps such as jetés, saut de chats, and grand jetés, as well as multiple turns including pirouettes, fouettés, and a la seconde turns. Our professional instructors provide individualized feedback to help each dancer refine their skills and reach their full potential. This class is ideal for those looking to enhance their technique and artistry in a supportive and challenging environment.

Our Beginner Technique course is designed to introduce dance students to the fundamental techniques of leaping and turning in a supportive and structured environment. This class focuses on the basics, catering to those who are new to these movements or looking to strengthen their foundational skills. The class includes detailed breakdowns of various leap and turn techniques, ensuring students understand the mechanics and proper form. Instructors provide personalized feedback and corrections to help students progress at their own pace. The goal is to build confidence and control, enabling students to execute these movements with grace and precision.

In our Advanced Contemporary course, be prepared for a physically demanding and expressive experience. A strong foundation in dance technique is key, along with a good understanding of floorwork, improvisation, jumps and leg work. Expect complex choreography that pushes your flexibility, stamina, and artistry. Most importantly, come ready to explore movement as a way to tell a story and connect with the music on a deeper level.

For the Intermediate Contemporary course, be prepared to build on your foundation. This course will likely move faster, with more complex choreography and an increased focus on technical elements. It's helpful to have a basic understanding of contemporary movement and some experience with floor work and flexibility. Most importantly, embrace the idea of exploration and expressing yourself through new movements with your body.

In our Beginner Contemporary course, students will learn a variety of fundamental and expressive movements that are characteristic of contemporary dance. This may include techniques such as floor work, contractions, release technique, and fluid movement through space. Students will also work on developing strength, flexibility, and musicality while exploring the emotional and narrative aspects of Contemporary dance. Our classes are designed to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where students can learn and grow at their own pace, regardless of prior dance experience.

For our Advanced Ballet course, be sure you have a strong Ballet foundation. This means mastering basic techniques like turnouts, proper alignment, and flexibility. Advanced courses move quickly and focus on complex steps and proper terminology.

Our Intermediate Ballet course builds on a foundation of basic steps and positions. You should have knowledge of basic barre warmups and stretches. Be prepared for faster combinations, more complex turns and jumps, and a deeper focus on proper technique and musicality. Expect to sweat and feel challenged, but also to experience the joy of pushing your ballet skills to a new level.

In our Beginner Ballet course, students will continue to learn foundational movements such as pliés, tendus, dégagés, and rond de jambes. These moves focus on developing strength, flexibility, and grace while also teaching proper body alignment and posture. Students will also practice basic jumps, turns, and arm positions to build a strong technical foundation. Each class will incorporate a warm-up, center work, and across-the-floor exercises to ensure a well-rounded and dynamic learning experience. Our highly trained instructors prioritize individualized attention and encouragement, creating a supportive environment where students can thrive and grow as dancers.

This course focuses on the fundamental techniques and principles of Ballet. You'll learn basic movements, terminology, and the importance of posture and alignment, all while enjoying the grace and beauty of this timeless dance style.

In our Advanced Jazz course, be prepared for a fast-paced and energetic environment with more choreography. The course will utilize jazz techniques, so familiarity with turns, jumps, and flexibility is a must. Advanced jazz is all about expressing yourself through movement, so don't be afraid to have fun and let loose!

For the Intermediate Jazz, a student should have experience in basic jazz movements like kicks, turns, and leaps. They should also be comfortable moving across the floor with different locomotor skills like skips, lunges, and jazz walks. Familiarity with basic musicality and counting rhythms will also be helpful, as intermediate courses will likely build upon these skills and introduce more complex choreography.

In our Beginner Jazz course, you can expect a lively and energetic atmosphere where you'll learn the fundamental techniques of jazz dance. Our experienced instructors will teach classic jazz movements, such as isolations, turns, and leaps, while also focusing on musicality and rhythm. Throughout the class, emphasis will be placed on developing your own unique style and expression. At Jordan Mac Studios, we strive to create a supportive and encouraging environment where students can grow and develop their passion for dance.

This course is crafted for complete beginners who are eager to explore the lively world of Jazz dance. In this course, students will learn the essential fundamentals, from basic steps to rhythm and style, helping to build a strong Jazz foundation. With a focus on fun and confidence, you'll be ready to groove your way to the next level in no time!

Our Intermediate Street course is designed for dancers who have a foundational knowledge of Street dance and are ready to elevate their skills to the next level. During these sessions, you'll experience an energetic and dynamic environment where technique, rhythm, and personal style are honed. The classes include a mix of Hip-Hop, Breakdancing, Popping, and Locking, allowing dancers to explore various styles within Street dance. Expect to learn intricate choreography, improve your musicality, and enhance your freestyle abilities. Our professional instructors will provide individual feedback and focus on helping you develop your own unique flair. Whether you're aiming to perform, compete, or simply enjoy the art of Street dance, these classes will challenge you while ensuring a fun and engaging experience.

Perfect for someone who hasn't tried this type of dance before or who knows little about it. Our experienced instructor prioritizes teaching proper technique while fostering creativity and self-expression. Students can expect to build confidence, coordination, and a solid understanding of the fundamentals of street dance in a supportive and inclusive environment. Students will learn a variety of foundational moves that form the basis of Street dance styles by focusing on various styles of Street dance such as House Dancing, Hip-Hop Party Moves, Breakdancing, Popping, and Locking.

In our Advanced Heels course, be prepared to push your skills! You'll likely encounter faster choreography, more complex footwork, and a focus on advanced techniques like isolations and body rolls. Make sure you have a solid foundation in basic balance, walks, and turns. It's also helpful to have some experience with other dance styles, as they can enhance your coordination and musicality in heels. Most importantly, embrace the challenge and come ready to sweat – advanced heels is all about power, precision, and feeling fierce!

In Intermediate Heels, you should have a solid foundation in basic walking, turning, and isolations in heels. You'll likely encounter more complex choreography, faster footwork, and increased focus on body control and musicality. Get ready to sweat, be challenged, and have a blast unleashing your inner confident dancer.

Perfect for someone who has not tried this type of dance before or someone who knows little about this style. In our beginner's heels dance course at Jordan Mac Adult Dance, students can expect to learn foundational moves such as body rolls, hip isolations, and basic walks in heels. We also focus on building strength and confidence in dancing in heels, while incorporating elements of jazz, hip-hop, and contemporary dance styles. Our instructors prioritize creating a supportive and inclusive environment, emphasizing technique, musicality, and self-expression. Students will also have the opportunity to learn choreography that combines these fundamental moves into a dynamic and engaging routine. Overall, our classes are designed to provide a fun and empowering experience for dancers of all levels.

For Advanced Hip-Hop, be sure you have a solid foundation in the fundamentals. This means feeling comfortable with basic grooves, footwork like the running man and shuffles, and understanding how to isolate and control different parts of your body. Advanced classes will build on these skills, incorporating faster tempos, more complex choreography, and potentially different styles of Hip-Hop within a single routine. Be prepared to sweat, pick up moves quickly, and most importantly, have fun with the challenge!

Intermediate Hip Hop, it's helpful to have a solid foundation of the basic moves. This includes footwork like the running man, up-rocks, body rolls, and cross steps. You should also be comfortable moving with some rhythm and picking up choreography at a moderate pace, as there is more choreography taught than Beginner Hip-Hop. Most importantly, bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to learn – intermediate courses will challenge you, but that's how you'll keep leveling up your skills!

Our Beginner Hip-Hop 1 courses focus on teaching foundational moves such as the two-step, body rolls, sliding, popping, locking, and basic footwork. Students will also learn the importance of rhythm, musicality, and performance, all while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. Our experienced instructors prioritize technique, creativity, and self-expression, ensuring that each student develops a strong foundation in hip-hop dance.

We offer the ability to drop into our ongoing dance courses, although we do not consider ourselves to be a drop-in studio because of our curriculum. If you do decide to drop-in, we recommend dropping in for a Part 1 or Part 2 class so you do not feel too behind on the choreography. Drop-ins are intended for those who have an unpredictable schedule, and we definitely still welcome you to do so!

Our lesson kicks off with warm-ups and foundational exercises, followed by the first segment of choreography. This class lays the groundwork for the dance piece. We'll review the choreography taught in Part 1 and then introduce new choreography to add to the routine. Students refine dance moves and expand their dance vocabulary as we progress forward! We'll take a comprehensive look at the choreography learned in both Part 1 and Part 2, ensuring everyone is comfortable with the steps. Students will then learn the final segment of choreography, completing this month's dance routine. The studio is transformed with colorful lighting, setting the stage for a celebration of your progress and dedication. During Part 4, we focus on perfecting the full dance routine, with instructors assisting students in refining their stylization and polishing details.

We host monthly Dance Events on every Friday of Part 4. See the Course Details page for information on Parts, and check out our upcoming Dance Events here.

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(Ballet & Jazz focused)

This course is crafted for complete beginners who are eager to explore the lively world of Jazz dance. In this course, students will learn the essential fundamentals, from basic steps to rhythm and style, helping to build a strong Jazz foundation. With a focus on fun and confidence, you'll be ready to groove your way to the next level in no time!

This course is perfect for someone who hasn't tried Hip-Hop dance before. Our experienced instructor prioritizes teaching proper technique while fostering creativity and self-expression. Students can expect to build confidence, coordination, and a solid understanding of the fundamentals of Hip-Hop in a supportive and inclusive environment.

This course focuses on fundamental techniques and principles of ballet. You'll learn basic movements, terminology, and the importance of posture and alignment, all while enjoying grace and beauty of this timeless dance style.

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Weekly rehearsals to perfect film and stage performances

(4-week course / No Drop-Ins)

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Professional headshot to be used for future industry auditions.

Facilitate celebrity dance workshops held in Michigan, build relationships and gain exposure to current industry professionals (optional).

Our Preparatory Intensive is a three-day program designed for high school students interested in learning more about pursuing a professional dance career. The program will allow dancers to fuel their passion and refine their skills while learning from talented instructors. During the program, participants will attend our Industry 101 seminar to gain insight from a professional talent agent. Dancers will attend classes and record in-studio film demos that are perfect for applying to college level dance programs.