Modern/Jazz Dance Classes

Modern theatre jazz dance classes for kids from 8-18 years in Edinburgh, Kirkliston & South Queensferry. Perfect for every dancer who wants to leap for the stars.

View Timetable

About modern theatre and jazz dance

Modern Theatre dance is a rhythmic dance style often seen on the stages of musical productions and is known for developing highly technical elements and performance qualities. The style uses powerful travelling steps, controlled alignment, high kicks and leaps. All of which require strength, flexibility and control. This is a highly energetic dance style that students love. Incorporating modern theatre and jazz into a young dancer’s training is an essential for a well-rounded performer and technician.

Classes are booked on a termly basis. Term dates are typically based on the Edinburgh school terms.

Dance class timetable & online booking

About our modern & jazz dance class options

ISTD Modern

Grades 2-Intermediate

For students aged 8+ we offer dedicated classes in the ISTD Modern syllabus from Grade 2 up to pre-college Intermediate.

Modern Dance transpired from ballet. Movement became freer, and music more current. It includes rhythm, posture and execution of techincque for leaps, kicks and spins in an education syllabus. 

See timetable to book online

Modern/Jazz

Free Syllabus

This class is our very own blend of Modern and Jazz dance. We’ve cherry picked the our favourite elements of Syllabus Modern and blended it together with super fun Jazz dance technique.

This class is great for dancers who want to master their leaps, kicks and twirls withouth focusing too much on dance grade work. 

See timetable to book online

Acro/Jazz

Free Syllabus

Acro is one of the newer styles of dance which is about seemlessly incorporating acrobatic elements like walkovers and ariels into classic dance technique.

Jazz and acro compliement eachother so well that we’ve introduced a few combination Acro/Jazz classes into the timetable. Enjoy!

See timetable to book online

Need help finding the right dance class?

If you aren’t sure what class style is best for you or what level you should be dancing at, please contact us for a consultation before booking a class and we’ll be delighted to help you take your first steps with DN Dance.

Get In Touch

What people say about us...

Amazing!

"Amazing dance school. Hugely enthusiastic and incredibly supportive dance teachers. Very happy dancers, everyone leaves buzzing!"

Happy kids

"My kids are happiest when they are in the studio with the amazing teachers."

Infectious enthusiasm

"Nicky and her team have made my daughter feel welcome from the start. Such a lovely atmosphere and great classes. Nick's enthusiasm is infectious!"

Community Spirit

"DN Dance has really made me feel a part of the local community"

Rediscovering the joy

"I gave up dance a few years ago but moving to Edinburgh as a uni student and finding DN Dance made me rediscover the joy again!" 

Professional & Welcoming

"Fantastic studio with a professional faculty who are so welcoming to people of all ages."

Highlight of my week

"I attend senior tap and couldn't be happier. Going to DN Dance is the highlight of my week!"

Friendly Staff

"My daughter has not long started tap/ballet and she loves it, and even more since she got the outfit. The staff are friendly and it’s a nice environment."

Find amazing dance classes in Edinburgh

Find a class
RAD Registered Teacher
ISTD