Decidedly Jazz Danceworks

Rooted in the history of jazz dance and music, DJD is constantly innovating and evolving this art form. DJD, a registered charity, is a professional dance company that creates original performances, at least one per year with live music.

DJD also offers professional training to those wishing to specialize in jazz dance, outreach programs that educate the community about the history and importance of jazz in North American culture, and is Calgary's largest recreational dance school.DJD invites audiences and students to experience how jazz music shapes movement and feeling, to explore the connection between personal expression and collaboration, and to move.

DJD was founded to re-ignite an appreciation and love for the traditional values of jazz dance. The original company consisted of four dancers and an artistic director intent on sharing their vision of jazz with others. Established in 1984, DJD has carved a niche for itself as one of Canada's most unique dance companies.

Best known as one of the world's leading professional jazz dance companies, DJD also runs Calgary's largest recreational dance school for both adults and children with more 50 classes each week. DJD invites students of all ages to experience how music shapes movement and feeling; to explore the connection between personal expression and collaboration; and to move.

We are so happy to be welcoming you back into the DJD Dance Centre for fall classes! We are offering in-studio classes Monday-Thursday & Saturday. Browse our class listings below. Detailed descriptions of the classes, including information on level of experience necessary and clothing suggestions can be found by clicking "view details".

During this time of social distancing DJD is bringing the joy of movement to you in your home. Our virtual on demand library has over 250 classes to choose from and can be streamed from your home at any time! Gain unlimited access to our full collection of virtual on-demand classes for one month from the date of purchase.