Jennifer’s Jazz It Up is tight-knit group of dedicated dance teachers and staff who are devoted to dance. We believe strongly in the physical, mental, and emotional benefits of dance and its positive impact on every aspect of our students’ lives.
Why a Private Training Academy?
As a mother herself, Miss Jennifer fully understands the importance of a safe environment for our children. After many years in the public eye, Miss Jennifer made the wise decision to re-locate to private property, where our dancers are free to come and go without the public watching.
Are We More Expensive?
NO! We just look expensive! In fact, our prices are often LOWER than our competitors! Do your research. Like anything, if you decide to dance at an elite level, the costs add up. At JJIU we know your hard earned money matters. We are always offering discounts and help our parents to best navigate the dance world taking into consideration the best interest of our dance families. As a former banker, Miss Jennifer often views things from a different perspective. She looks for ways to save her dance families time and money.
There are so many different activities out there to choose from, however very few have as many benefits as dance does. While everyone gets something a little different from dance there many common benefits.
We offer classes for as young as toddlers! Our ONE OF A KIND toddler program has a strong focus on socialization as well as building both fine and gross motor skills. This is a child development class where one parent and the toddler can participate.
Our pre-ballet class is a very special class to us. This is the first class our dancers do all on their own without the aid of a parent. This class helps build independence in your child. In this class they learn the basics in ballet, while using their imaginations to go on magical adventures.
All of our recreational classes are taught in a fun upbeat environment, leaving kids excited to return the following week.
At Jennifer’s Jazz It Up! Studio of Dance, we are proud of what we do and the impact we have on the lives of our students, teachers and families. We are thrilled to share some of the messages of support we have received over the years.
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At JJIU we teach our classes through a proven approach that encourages self-confidence and imagination in a safe and rewarding environment with experienced, passionate teachers. Jennifer’s Jazz it up! Is a place where kids feel they belong. We are a family! Our attention to detail in everything we do shines through. JJIU is all about providing quality dance instruction in the perfect environment for your young dancer to thrive. From Toddlers to teenagers, we have so many fun and exciting classes.
As the owner of Dance Attack I have the privilege to work with owner Jen Cafik-Mercer through the year with our events.
Jen’s team of students are simply amazing, their are some of the most respectful and caring individuals we have come across in the dance industry. This studio embodies what team spirit, fair play and good sportsmanship is all about. Jen’s vision with studio certainly is well recognized and embraced as they are the prime example of the Wingman for Dance.
As a parent myself, this would be the studio I would be looking for to have my children associated with as I know the difference it would make in their lives.
Kent McCord
Director, Dance Attack
As a dancer at JJIU for approximately 12 years, it’s easy to say that JJIU’s welcoming environment consists of enthusiastic staff, many positive attitudes and the most incredible students. JJIU offers many different, quality programs suitable for any child. Great opportunities are open at JJIU, an annual showcase, a fun-filled photoshoot and so many treasured memories! Jennifer’s Jazz It Up has been and always will be my first choice of dance education in Northumberland!
Madison
JJIU Student/Teacher
My daughter has struggled with self-confidence and very much needed an activity that would be “her thing” and help her blossom. Needless to say your studio not only stands for excellence in the art of dance but you have touched her at a level that has moved me as a father. My shy little girl has found a smile and enough confidence to run up to the front of the class without fear. You truly are much more than dance instructors! You are all life skill teachers and truly dedicated to each child that walks through the door as though they were your own. I will gladly make the drive to Port Hope and drive by many other Dance Studio’s because JJIU is so much more than a Dance studio. It truly is an academy of life learning.
Dance Dad
JJIU Parent
I have had the great honour of working with Jennifer Mercer and her studio Jennifer’s Jazz It Up Studio of Dance on various film productions, stage work and workshops. She has always been such a pleasure to work with always professional, accommodating and at all times artistically diverse. Miss Jennifer has a very dedicated team of dancers who bring such positive energy to any projects that they come in to contact with. Jennifer is a great teacher, director and most importantly an amazing friend who I know I can count on for anything at the drop of a dime. I will continue to work alongside Jen and her team whenever my presence is needed! Thank you for the wonderful times
Shamier Anderson
Guest Teacher/Actor/Music Video Producer
Jennifer Mercer
Director
Miss Jennifer has dedicated her life to growing her dancers on and off the stage. Miss Jennifer has had a love for dance since she was a little girl. As a young child she also competed in gymnastics and trampoline. Miss Jennifer is a mother of 2 boys. Her experience of being a mom helps her to understand what it is like to drop your kids off at activities such as dance. Experiencing for herself and seeing the impact that good coaches and teachers can have on her own kids vs. not so great coaches has fueled Miss Jennifer to create the BEST enviroment for her dance students. She makes it her passion to to offer lessons that inspire and build our JJIU dancers confidence. The quality of our classes, choreography, costumes and merchandise are second to none. Over 23 years of experience have molded JJIU into the fabulous place it is today. At Jennifer’s Jazz It Up our entire staff is dedicated to giving our students the best possible dance experience in a professional, nurturing environment. We are here to assist our families and ensure that everyone enjoys their time at Jennifer’s Jazz It Up, if there is anything we can do to improve your experience, please let us know!
15 September 2021 by jazzitupjen@hotmail.com, in UncategorizedNew Toddler Class at JJIU
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14 March 2021 by jazzitupjen@hotmail.com, in UncategorizedAnnouncing the 2021 JJIU Recital Theme!
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