Grand Jete Studio of Dance

Classes are developed for the specific needs of children with Autism, Downs Syndrome and other developmental delays. We are dedicated to providing dance classes for special needs children. We hope to enrich the lives of these children so that they can achieve new possibilities previously unimaginable. This fun and energetic class introduces jazz, tap and creativity, with songs and games which allow for self-expression.

These are Non-Recital Classes to focus on individual growth within artistry and technique during their lessons. Soloists will be under review for their next season if they decide to continue for recital performance.

Groups of 1-4 dancers. These classes are 1/2 hour to 45 minutes long. Students must be enrolled in a regular weekly class.

This class will focus on fundamental acrobatic technique as well as dance technique, flexibility, balance & Contortion. After completion of intermediate acro dancers will begin variations and more difficult skill sets and tumbling. This class requires students to take dance technique classes along with this program.

This class will focus on fundamental acrobatic technique as well as dance technique, flexibility, balance & Contortion. After completion of beginner acro dancers will begin variations and more difficult skill sets and tumbling. This class requires students to take dance technique classes along with this program.

This class will focus on fundamental acrobatic technique as well as dance technique, flexibility, balance & Contortion. After completion of Kinder Acro dancers will begin variations and more difficult skill sets and tumbling. This class requires students to take dance technique classes along with this program.

This class will focus on fundamental acrobatic technique as well as dance technique, flexibility, balance & Contortion. After completion of preschool acro dancers will begin variations and more difficult skill sets and tumbling within this program. This class requires students to take dance technique classes along with this program.

This class is offered once a student has completed the Pre-Pointe program and has been recommended for Pointe Classes. Students must take ballet technique class along with pointe. Beginner-Advanced Levels

Pre-Pointe is a Ballet strengthening class for ages 10+. This class focuses on ankle and strength exercises for students who want to begin Pointe Training. Students must take a technique ballet class along with pre-pointe.

This high energy class focuses on Turns, Leaps, Flexibility and choreography. Students will explore a variety of jazz styles including Swing & Jazz Funk

This class will focus on musicality, precision, improvisation, and rhythm. Students will also work on syncopation, and call and answer techniques .

This class will focus on barre work, center, Petit/Grand Allegro, across the floor variations and intermediate level Ballet fundamentals and technique.

This high energy class focuses on Turns, Leaps, Flexibility and choreography. Students will explore a variety of jazz styles including Swing & Jazz Funk

This class will focus on musicality, precision, improvisation, and rhythm. Students will also work on syncopation, and call and answer techniques .

This class combines elements of Classical Ballet technique and Contemporary. This fusion class is one of a kind!

This class will focus on barre work, center, Petit/Grand Allegro, across the floor variations and intermediate level Ballet fundamentals and technique.

A unique one of a kind that class that is strictly movement and variation of contemporary and inclusive styles.

A fun class that combines elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, lyrical and classical ballet. Dancers will also work on versatility and improvisation skills.

This high energy class focuses on Turns, Leaps, Flexibility and choreography. Students will explore a variety of jazz styles including Swing & Jazz Funk

This class will focus on musicality, precision, improvisation, and rhythm. Students will also work on syncopation, and call and answer techniques .

This class will focus on barre work, center, Petit/Grand Allegro, across the floor variations and intermediate level Ballet fundamentals and technique.

This high energy class focuses on 3 genres of technique including, Ballet, Tap & Jazz. A continuation from our Mini program, Excelling in difficulty and variations of fundamentals, turns, leaps & flexibility.

This class is an extra technique class that focuses on turn technique, leap skills and drills, and strengthening.

This class focuses on beginner fundamentals of Horton, Graham and additional technique. Students will learn Laterals, flat back, swinging movements, under curves, variations & Choreography

This class combines the technical elements of classical ballet with the freedom, fluidity, expressiveness and airier aspects of movement.

This class focuses on Acting, Singing & Dancing Technique. This class will also learn improv skills & acting exercises to explore the broadway shows we know and love.

An upbeat class that explores different Variations of Hip Hop including, old school, basic breaking, tutting & isolations.

This high energy class focuses on 3 genres of technique including, Ballet, Tap & Jazz. A continuation from our preschool program, intro to jazz fundamentals, turns, leaps & flexibility.

This class is a continuation of Creative Dance 1 with the introduction of tap technique.

This class focuses on the basic fundamentals of ballet, creative movement, stretching and technique.

This class will focus on fundamental acrobatic technique as well as dance technique, flexibility, balance & Contortion. This class requires students to take dance technique classes along with this program. (Age 4-6)

Students will learn basic tumbling skills while working on hand-eye coordination & balance. Classes also incorporate balance beam drills, open floor tumbling & air track exercises.

A single student can take 8+ hours of class each week for this price. This excludes camps/intensives, solo rates and choreography fees. This includes Dance & Acro Classes. An Unbelievable Value! Students who are serious about their dance training and would like the opportunity to take unlimited classes should take advantage!

Competitive solos/Duos/Trios: one time $75 choreography fee per routine

Solo/Duo & Trio Classes are limited. Students must take a technique class within their genre along with their solo/duo class. All competitive Solos, Duos & Trios must participate in our 5 week summer session for choreography and technique with a GJD instructor. Students cannot exceed more than 2 solo slots as space is limited.

Tshirt, Black Shorts or Jazz Pants and Black Slip Jazz Shoes or Ballet Shoes

Required competition apparel Tan Tights Tan Slip Jazz Shoes & Revolution Canvas Pirouettes

Any Colored Leotard Pink or Tan Tights Optional Ballet Skirts or Shorts Revolution Jazz Boot & Revolution Black Tie Up Tap

Any Color Leotard or Biketard Bare Legs or Convertible Tights Optional Shorts

Black Leotard, Bike Tard or two piece

Any Colored Leotard Tan or Black Tights Optional Shorts or Jazz Pants Capezio Black Character Shoes

Any Colored Leotard Tan or Black Tights Optional Shorts or Jazz Pants Revolution Tan Grecian Style Shoes

Any Colored Leotard Tan or Black Tights Optional Shorts, Jazz Pants & Tank Tops Revolution Black Leather Tie-Up Tap Shoes

Slim Fit Clothing Optional Shorts, Leggings & Tank Tops Revolution High Top Sneakers

Any Colored Leotard Pink or Tan Tights Optional Shorts Revolution Canvas Pirouettes.

Any Colored Leotard Pink or Tan Tights Optional Shorts Revolution Tan Slip Jazz Shoes

Any Colored Leotard Pink Tights Optional Ballet Skirt Revolution Canvas Ballet Shoes Hair must be pulled into a Bun or French Braid

Any Colored Leotard Pink or Tan Tights Optional Ballet Skirt or Shorts Revolution Leather Ballet Shoes, Revolution Tan Slip on Jazz Shoes & Revolution Tan Tap Shoes

Any Colored Leotard Pink or Tan Tights Optional Ballet Skirt or Shorts Revolution Leather Ballet Shoes Creative Dance 2 is required to have Ballet & Revolution Tan Tap Shoes for Class

Kerri taught gymnastics for over 25 years. She took the time to individually examine and help each student so they can progress safely and quickly at their own level. She took students to competitions where they have received high ranking medal.

Melissa grew up dancing in the Lehigh Valley since the age of two. She graduated from Cedar Crest College with a B.A. in Dance and a B.A. in Theater. Upon graduating she began dancing professionally with Monarch Dance Company, an Afro-Contemporary based company under the direction of Tabatha Robinson.

Miss Aiala is a former professional Ballet Dancer with extensive experience and currently a Classical Ballet Instructor bringing her gifts to GJD. In her experience she has taught students from diverse and multicultural environments from ages 3 to 60 years old, focusing not only on Ballet technique, but also coordination, musicality, discipline and well being.

Miss Taylor was born and raised in Macungie Pennsylvania along with her sisters and parents. She currently still resides in Macungie with her family and Dog Lavi. Taylor is a recent graduate of the Charter High School for the Arts with a focus in Dance. While at the Charter High School she choreographed her own pieces with unique concepts and casts.

Kaela is rising Senior at Desales University and will be graduating in the Spring of of 2024. She will be receiving her B.A and a B.S in Dance and Sport Exercise science. Along with her collegiate education she has been dancing for over 15 years within various styles including Tap, Jazz, Hip-hop, Acro, Modern, and Contemporary . Kaela has performed in the works of Spamalot, A Christmas Carol, and was the choreographer for Annie Jr at the Civic Theater.

Jerri L. Brown graduated from Marymount Manhattan College in New York City with a BFA in Dance and a minor in Business. She was a member of the MMC Dance Company for two and half years, performing off-Broadway. While studying in the city, Jerri taught at the 92nd Street Y and The Neighborhood Playhouse. Jerri was the Studio Manager and Ballet Mistress at Star Maker School of Performing Arts in New Jersey where she wrote, directed and choreographed original ballets as well as numerous award-winning competitive ballet, tap, jazz and lyrical routines for The Entertainers Dance Company.

Miss Arenda has been dancing for over 25 years. She has learned and experienced many dance forms throughout her career including ballet, modern, lyrical, jazz, tap, contemporary, theater, pointe and hip-hop. After graduating high school she continued her education as a dance and business management major. She has been a part of various dance companies including Monarch Dance Company, NCC Dance Ensemble and Acta non verba. She's also danced professionally for the Lehigh Valley Outlawz and Lehigh Valley Storm.

Miss Amanda has been dancing for over 25 years and was an instructor for 5 years prior to taking over ownership of Grand Jete in 2014. She started her dance education at the age of 3 and continued on until her graduation from high school. She then went on to study dance and general studies at NCC. While attending NCC she was apart of "ACTA NON VERBA" A club for dancers that still exists to this day. She continued learning various dance forms throughout her College education such as Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Contemporary, Musical Theater, Hip Hop & Gymnastics. She also performed multiple productions at Baker Hall.

They also have unique, one of a kind programs like our Special Needs , Adult Classes & Company Classes

They also have unique, one of a kind programs like our Special Needs , Adult Classes & Company Classes

They also have unique, one of a kind programs like our Special Needs , Adult Classes & Company Classes

Grand Jete Studio of dance, found on East Main street Macungie, takes on students 3 to 18 years of age in a variety of styles including Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Contemporary, Modern, Broadway Theater, Hip Hop, Acro & Gymnastics.

The dazzling performance of Winter Wonderland Spectacular is unlike any other! Grand Jete offers a winter performance every other year at our studio. This is a great opportunity for our students to perform in more than one recital every year. Our next Winter Performance will hit the stage in Winter of 2017!

Dance Company Auditions for ages 5-7, 8-10, 11-12, and 13+. Auditions are on June 7th, 2025. Dancers aged 8+ must perform a 1-minute self-choreographed solo. Dancers aged 7 and under will participate in a technique workshop and learn a short combination. Punctual attendance and professionalism are expected.

Acro Company Auditions for ages 8-12 and 13+. Auditions are on June 7th, 2025. Dancers aged 8+ must perform a 1-minute self-choreographed solo. Dancers aged 7 and under will participate in a technique workshop and learn a short combination. Punctual attendance and professionalism are expected.