The MHSB Jazz program was developed in 1995 and has proved tremendously popular. Children only need to be five years of age in order to start taking jazz. The pace is lively and the atmosphere is fun as children learn steps and combinations to recorded, current music.

Jazz classes help develop the ability to interpret contemporary rhythms and dance forms. Although not mandatory, students are encouraged to take ballet in addition to jazz.

Levels Offered

Regular Stream - attend classes once per week

• Pre-Jazz: 5 to 7 years of age

• Jazz 1: 6 to 8 years of age

• Jazz 2: 7 to 9 years of age

• Jazz 4: 9 to 11 years of age

Regular Stream - must attend classes 2 times a week and ballet is NOT required

• Jazz 5: 10 to 11 years of age

• Jazz 8: 11 to 13 years of age

Advanced Stream - must attend classes 2 times a week and must also be enrolled in ballet at MHSB

• Jazz 10A: 13 to 15 years of age

• Jazz 11A: 14 to 16 years of age

• Jazz 12A: 16 to 18 years of age

Recreational Stream - attend classes once per week

• Jr Jazz 2R: 10+ years of age with 2 years of experience or more

• Sr Jazz 4R: 13+ years of age with 3 years of experience or more