Jitterbugs

Dance Classes

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There are 9 different types of Jitterbugs Dance Classes available. These range from Minis to Senior/Advanced levels and Hip Hop Sessions.

Jitterbugs is all about gaining confidence, learning lots of moves, learning to keep in time to the music, improving fitness and posture, helping with concentration and co-ordination, and most of all, having fun.

Kids can wear whatever they like to dance classes and we encourage them to bring a drink bottle full of water.

Please note that the age ranges are just an indication. It depends on your child’s confidence, concentration, commitment and co-ordination as to which session would best suit them.

Ages 3 – 8 years

Jitterbugs Dance Classes for 3 - 5 years

Jitterbugs Mini Sessions

Girls aged 3 – 5.5 years

These dance classes are 25 minutes long and consist of jazz/aerobic style moves. The kids learn a dance on the first day and each week we practice the same dance for the whole term and then present it to friends and family at the end of term show.

At this age it is all about gaining confidence, learning lots of moves, learning to concentrate and having fun.

Sessions are currently on a Wednesday at 3.30pm at Common Ground (formally called Flagstaff Fitness).

Jitterbugs Dance Lessons for all kids aged 3-5 years

Jitterbugs MiniJam Sessions

Unisex aged 3 – 5.5 years

These dance classes are 25 minutes long and consist of boxing/hip hop and aerobics style moves. The kids learn a dance on the first day and each week we practice the same dance for the whole term and then present it to friends and family at the end of term show. At this age it is all about gaining confidence, learning lots of moves, learning to concentrate and having fun.

This class is currently offered on a Monday at 4.10pm at Rototuna Junior High in the dance studio.

Jitterbugs Dance Classes for girls aged 5-7 years

Jitterbugs Junior Sessions

Girls aged 5.5 – 7 years

These lessons are 30 minutes long and consist of jazz and aerobic style moves. Each term a new song and dance is chosen and shown to the kids on the first day. Each week we progressively work through the moves that make up the dance to help them grasp the moves a bit better. At the end of the term the dance is presented to friends and family on stage at the end of term show.

This type of class requires more concentration and co-ordination than the mini’s sessions, is more structured (ie they need to stay in lines), but the focus is still on having fun, learning lots of moves and starting to grasp the concept of timing.
At this age it is all about gaining confidence, learning lots of moves, learning to concentrate and having fun.

Sessions are currently on a Tuesday at 3.30pm at Common Ground (formally called Flagstaff Fitness).

Jitterbugs Dance Classes for girls aged 5-7 years

Jitterbugs JitterJam Sessions

Unisex ages 5.5 – 7 years

These lessons are 30 minutes long and consist of boxing/hip hop and aerobics style moves and is a session boys can join in. Each term a new song and dance is chosen and shown to the kids on the first day. Each week we progressively work through the moves that make up the dance to help them grasp the moves a bit better. At the end of the term the dance is presented to friends and family on stage at the end of term show.

This type of class requires more concentration and co-ordination than the mini’s sessions, is more structured (ie they need to stay in lines), but the focus is still on having fun, learning lots of moves and starting to grasp the concept of timing.
At this age it is all about gaining confidence, learning lots of moves, learning to concentrate and having fun.

Sessions are currently on a Wednesday at 4.00pm at Common Ground (formally called Flagstaff Fitness).

Jitterbugs dance lessons for girls aged 7 - 8 years

Jitterbugs Junior Plus Sessions

Girls aged 7- 8 years

These dance lessons are 30 minutes long and consist of jazz and aerobic style moves. Each term a new song and dance is chosen and the moves to the dance are learnt progressively each week. At the end of the term the dance is presented to friends and family on stage at the end of term show.

This type of class is a step up from the junior session prepares the kids for the Intermediate session. This session there is more of a focus on timing and technique and the moves are harder than the junior session, but still fun and motivating.

Sessions are currently on a Tuesday at 4.00pm at Common Ground (formally Flagstaff Fitness).

“We love going to Jitterbugs! It’s fun and structured, with lots of fun and work involved and great shows at the end of each term! Thank you Jolie for being an amazing instructor, for knowing how to get to their level and how to get them excited about each dance routine!”

Ages 8 – 14 years

Jitterbugs Dance Classes for girls aged 7 - 12 years

Jitterbugs Intermediate Sessions

Girls aged 8 – 14 years

These lessons are 30 minutes long and consist of jazz and aerobic style moves. Each term a new song and dance is chosen and the moves to the dance are learnt progressively each week. At the end of the term the dance is presented to friends and family on stage at the end of term show.

This type of class requires quite a bit of concentration and co-ordination and we look to refine their timing and technique. This session is still lots of fun and from here the kids progress into the seniors session when we think they are ready.

Sessions are currently on a Tuesday at 4.30pm & Wednesday at 4.30pm at Common Ground (formally called Flagstaff Fitness).

Jitterbugs Hip Hop Dance Classes for girls aged 9 - 14 years

Jitterbugs Hip Hop Sessions

Girls aged 9 – 14 years

This is a pure hip hop dance class and is taught by Paige who has been doing Hip Hop for over 6 years. Each term a new song and dance is chosen and the moves to the dance are learnt progressively each week. At the end of the term the dance is presented to friends and family on stage at the end of term show. This group also do the group dance which is a jazz/aerobic style dance.

Sessions are currently on a Monday at 4.35 at Rototuna Junior High in the dance studio.

“Two of my daughters dance with Jolie at Jitterbugs and love it. Jolie is super with all ages of kids and has soooo much energy. The kids really look forward to the end of term shows. Keep up the super work Jolie!”

Advanced Classes

Jitterbugs senior dance sessions

Jitterbugs Senior Sessions

Must be selected to be in this session

Kids need to be chosen to be in this dance class and normally have been dancing for at least 2 years. This is similar to the Jitterbugs Intermediate session, however the moves/dance is harder and we focus more on technique and posture in this class.

Kids must be committed to be in this session and practice every week before coming along. Dances may also include cheerleading or gymnastics so the kids must be prepared for anything!

Dance shoes are required.

Sessions are on Monday at 3.40pm at Rototuna Junior High School in the dance studio.

Jitterbugs advanced dance lessons

Jitterbugs Advanced Sessions

Must be selected to be in this session

This session is for girls who have been dancing at Jitterbugs for more than 3 years and are ready to take that next step with their dancing. Children must have been in the seniors session to progress into this class and again this class requires a lot of commitment.

Dances may also include cheerleading or gymnastics so the kids must be prepared for anything!

Dance shoes are required.

Sessions are currently on a Monday at 5.05pm at Rototuna Junior High in the dance studio.

“My 2 daughters LOVE going to their Jitterbugs dance classes! Jolie is so great with the kids and the classes are fun and the girls are excited to come, and especially love participating in the show each term. Thank you Jolie!”

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Happy Jitterbugs kids enjoying their dance lesson
Jitterbugs awards presentation with Jolie