165 E Jericho Turnpike Mineola NY 11501
320 Hillside Ave Williston Park NY 11596
(516) 742-7199
2026–2027 Dance Season
Find the Perfect Class for Every Age & Skill Level
Explore our 2026–2027 class schedule and discover dance programs designed for children ages 2–18. From beginner classes to competitive training, there's a place for every dancer at JD Dance Studio.
Explore Our Dance Classes
Creative Movement
(Ages 2–2.5)
Our Creative Movement class is a gentle introduction to dance and ballet for our youngest dancers. This 30-minute class is designed to spark imagination and joy through engaging movement activities and follow-along songs. Using fun props like scarves, ribbons, wands, parachutes, and bubbles, students explore rhythm, basic movement, and musicality. The class encourages gross motor skills, early cognitive learning, and social development, helping little ones adjust to a class setting while learning to follow directions, take turns, and work with others. *This is one of our most popular classes- it fills fast!
Example Song: “Let It Go” Frozen – magical and engaging for little ones.
Intermediate Hip Hop
(Ages 9–13)
Students focus on musicality, isolations, and choreography with a mix of old-school and current hip hop trends.
Example Song: “Rock This Party” by Bob Sinclar
Combo 1
(Ages 3–4)
Combo 1 introduces a combo of ballet and tap in a nurturing class setting for little dancers. The focus is on creative play, rhythm, and basic steps. Using fun props like scarves, ribbons, wands, parachutes, bubbles, tambourines and upbeat music keep dancers engaged as they begin building foundational skills. *This is one of our most popular classes- it fills fast!
Example Song: “When Will My Life Begin” Tangled – cheerful and light for young dancers.
Acro/Hip Hop
(Ages 4–7)
A high-energy class that combines the excitement of hip hop with the fundamentals of acrobatics! Dancers will learn age-appropriate hip hop moves, beginner acro skills like rolls, balances, and flexibility, all while building rhythm, coordination, strength, and confidence in a fun, supportive environment. Set to today's upbeat music, this class is always a favorite! This is one of our most popular classes, it fills quickly! Example Song: "APT." by ROSÉ & Bruno Mars – fun, upbeat, and energetic.
Combo 2
(Ages 5–7)
In Combo 2, dancers continue to build on ballet and tap skills with more structured exercises and beginner choreography. Students improve listening, memory, and coordination while still enjoying a playful class environment.
Example Song: “Move Your Feet / D.A.N.C.E” Trolls – upbeat for beginner combo work.
Advanced Hip Hop
Ages 14+
Dancers refine their musicality and control through fast-paced choreography, freestyle work, and hip hop sub-genres like street and commercial.
Example Song: “Exes” by Tate McRae – bold and beat-driven.
All Boys Hip Hop
(Ages 6+)
This class gives boys a space to move, groove, and build strength and style through fun, athletic hip hop combos.
Example Song: “Eye of the Tiger (Remix)” – energetic and empowering.
Beginner Acro
(Ages 3–7)
This class should be taken to supplement another style of dance class as it helps to build tricks and skills used for other styles of dance. Beginner Acro builds strength, flexibility, and coordination through fun progressions like bridges, rolls, cartwheel drills, round-off drills, walkover drills and more . Dancers explore safe tumbling in a supportive and structured environment.
Example Song: "Bejeweled" by Taylor Swift – fun and expressive for jazzy style acro.
Intermediate Acro
(Ages 5–12)
Dancers progress to more challenging tricks like cartwheels, walkovers, handstands, backwards tricks, headsprings etc. This level builds body awareness, control, and fluid transitions between skills and choreography. *This is one of our most popular classes- it fills fast!
Example Song: “Espresso” by Sabrina Carpenter – high-energy for upbeat acro combos.
Breaking
Ages 6+
Get ready to spin, freeze, and groove! This high-energy class introduces dancers to the exciting world of breakdancing through foundational skills like toprock, footwork, freezes, transitions, and age-appropriate power moves. Dancers will build strength, coordination, stamina, musicality, and freestyle confidence while learning fun combinations in a supportive and energetic environment. Classes are tailored to each dancer's age and experience level, making it perfect for both beginners and those looking to advance their breaking skills. Example Song: "Let's Go" by will.i.am ft. J Balvin – upbeat, energetic, and perfect for breaking.
Advanced Acro
(Ages 14+)
For experienced dancers, this class focuses on aerials, handsprings, partner tricks, and advanced tumbling. Emphasis is placed on control, artistry, and seamless choreography integration. Example Song: “Good Luck, Babe!” by Chappell Roan – bold and expressive.
Advanced Jazz
(Ages 14+)
A fast-paced, performance-driven class for experienced dancers working on technical precision, stamina, and commercial or Broadway-style choreography.
Example Song: “Greedy” by Tate McRae – slick and modern.
Intermediate Jazz
(Ages 9–13)
Dancers combine sharp technique with energetic, expressive movement. Includes turns, leaps, and stylized jazz choreography.
Example Song: “Abracadabra” by Lady Gaga – strong and empowering.
Beg/Int Tap
(Ages 7–12)
Tap fundamentals are taught through shuffles, flaps, cramp rolls, and simple combinations. Dancers learn timing, rhythm, and syncopation while making music with their feet.
Example Song: “Lil Boo Thang” by Paul Russell – trendy and danceable.
Ballet & Hip Hop
(Ages 5–8)
A unique combo class that balances the discipline of ballet with the upbeat energy of hip hop. Helps dancers develop both grace and groove.
Example Songs: “Dance the Night” Dua Lipa & “What Was I Made For?" – Billie Eilish (from Barbie)
Advanced Tap
(Ages 14+)
This fast-paced class challenges tappers with complex rhythms, time steps, and musical phrasing. Dancers refine sound clarity and performance skills.
Example Song: “Just Keep Watching” by Tate McRae – great for adv. rhythms and dynamics.
Int Hip Hop & Jazz
(Ages 8–12)
A bold and upbeat class that blends commercial jazz with today’s hottest hip hop styles. Dancers will train in clean lines, sharp hits, smooth grooves, and expressive performance. Perfect for building confidence and stage presence while dancing to the songs they love.
Example Songs: “Espresso” by Sabrina Carpenter – fun and fierce with a sassy beat; “Illusion” by Dua Lipa – stylish and high-energy with great musicality.
Beginner Ballet
(Ages 6–8)
Dancers learn the basics of classical ballet technique in a structured, fun class. Emphasis is placed on posture, alignment, and musicality.
Example Song: “A Million Dreams” The Greatest Showman – graceful and inspiring.
Intermediate Ballet
(Ages 9–13)
Building on fundamentals, dancers work on coordination, turnout, and expressive movement. Barre and center work becomes more refined and complex.
Example Song: “Lover” by Taylor Swift – ideal for lyrical/contemporary ballet.
NEW Musical Theatre
(Ages 9+)
This expressive class combines acting, storytelling, and Broadway-style theatre dance. Dancers learn how to bring a song to life through movement and expression.
Example Song: “You Can’t Stop the Beat” from Hairspray – classic, energetic showtune perfect for stage presence.
Advanced Ballet
(Ages 14+)
Dancers work on advanced ballet technique, longer combinations, and performance quality. Includes adagio, allegro, and artistry training.
Example Song: “Luminary” Joel Sunny– elegant and emotive.
NEW Shining Stars
(Special Needs Program)
Our inclusive class welcomes dancers with special needs to experience the joy of movement and music in a warm, adaptive environment. Students develop rhythm, motor skills, and confidence at their own pace. This class will be based on Creative Movement principles and requires a screener form to be filled out so ensure we can best support your shining star!
Example Song: “Try Everything” by Shakira – fun, uplifting, and encouraging for all abilities.
Pointe
(Invitation Only)
Designed for experienced ballet dancers, this class focuses on pointe technique, strength, and proper alignment. Students develop grace and control en pointe through classical and lyrical combinations.
Example Song: Bluebird Variation– delicate and flowing for pointe work.
NEW Pom & Cheer-Nastics
(Ages 6–11)
A high-energy blend of cheerleading dance (pom) and powerful jazz dance. Dancers work with pom-poms while learning sharp motions, pom technique, beginner stunts, and tumbling in a team-spirited atmosphere.
Example Song: “Where Have You Been” by Rihanna– fun and visual with great energy for pom routines.