Hip-Hop / Jazz Dance Classes & Dancing Lessons for Children, Kids, Tweens, Teens & Teenagers in NJ (Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced)

PTW's Jazz/Hip-Hop class expose our students to a very wide range of commercial dance styles. Musical theatre repertoire, classic jazz, contemporary dance, hip hop & latin ballroom are just a few of the styles we study. The class begins with a warm-up comprising technique developing exercises, flexibility enhancing stretches and strength building calisthenics. Progressions across the floor will help the student execute footwork patterns precisely and in rhythmic to music. The class ends with a combination in the center in which the student develops expression and style.

Students are carefully placed in a class appropriate to their age, level and experience. Private acting and drama lessons are also available.

The PTW Difference

TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE PTW FOR HIP HOP/JAZZ DANCE CLASSES & DANCING LESSONS

  1. Our expert, caring faculty (More)
  2. Our long 28-year history and track record of student successes (More)
  3. Our fun, positive, non-competitive atmosphere that provides the environment for building self-esteem and life-long friendships (More)
  4. Our curriculum and teaching practices grounded in educational principals to maximize learning and success at every level (More)
  5. Our small class sizes with individual attention to every student (More)
  6. Our careful attention to placing students in classes that match their age AND level (More)
  7. Our wide variety of course selection, with expert teachers in each area, enables students to receive a comprehensive performing arts education “under one roof” (More)
  8. Our varied and frequent performance opportunities (More)
  9. Our detailed attention to audition preparation and preparation for college and beyond. (More)
  10. Our flexible payment plans tailored to individual financial needs (More)
  11. Our connections with key agents and managers in the business (More)
  12. Our warm environment and artistic community that becomes our students’ “theatre home” for life (More)

Performers Theatre Workshop, located in Maplewood, New Jersey, is one of NJ and NY’s leading performing arts school. Students, ages three to adult can take a variety of classes in all performing arts areas, and proceed at their own pace. PTW’s expert and caring teachers offer indivdual attention to all students. At PTW, there is an enormous sense of community as well as a respect for the individual, which nurtures the young artist and prepares him or her for life on or off the stage.
Student & Parent Reviews
“It’s a time to be yourself and in a way “let loose!”
-Vienna H., Summit, NJ
12-year-old PTW Student
“In class you learn cool new dances! It’s awesome!”
-Anita Freedson-Jackson F., S.Orange, NJ
9-year-old PTW Student
“OMG. Jordan was awesome!! I have been dancing forever, but I’ve never taken a class with such variety.”
-Rebecca A., Cedar Grove, NJ
15-year-old PTW Student
“I took Jazz dance class with Jordan and Steven, and it boosted my self confidence about myself and my body. I felt fit as well. I got a little better at dancing to the beat. Jordan is hilarious and so is Steven.”
-Kelly C., Chatham, NJ
14-year-old PTW Student
“At PTW, teachers and students alike want to see you succeed. They really are loving and committed to making you a stronger performer as well as a more confident person.”
-Faith H., Chatham, NJ
18-year-old PTW Student
“Dancing is my favorite thing in this whole entire world. Jazz/Hip Hop is always a fun class, where we use a lot of energy and I have the opportunity to meet new people. I also always learn new moves that i can use in school parties.”
-Jenny O., Clark, NJ
15-year-old PTW Student
"I remember my first day. I didn't want to take jazz because it was real hard the first day. But my teacher pulled me aside after my class and just talked to me and made me feel a lot better...so then I ended up taking all my dance classes and i loved them all!”
-Stephanie J., South Orange, NJ
13-year-old PTW Student
Class Offerings
  • Acting Classes - Theatre Acting / Monologue Preparation / TV
  • Acting For Television & Film / Comedy & Improv
  • Dancing Classes - Hip Hop / Jazz / Modern / Ballet / Tap
  • Singing Classes - Broadway / Pop / Classical / Rock
  • Voice Private Lessons
  • Guitar Private Lessons
  • Piano Private Lessons
  • Glee - Perform Songs from the Hit TV Show
  • NYC Broadway Showcase for agents, managers and casting directors
  • Lots of performing opportunities

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Our Mission

PTW’s mission is to provide the highest caliber of performing arts education to students of all ages and abilities, and to foster individual growth in a caring, supportive artistic community.
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