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About DSJ
Since 2016, we specialized in processional Street Jazz Dance (Jazz Funk) instruction, offering tailored classes for children and teenagers aged 5.5 years and up.
Street Jazz is a high-energy fusion of Hip-Hop’s dynamic power and Jazz’s refined technique, offering the perfect blend of strength, musicality, coordination, and style—without requiring extreme flexibility. At DSJ, our choreography draws inspiration from various street and commercial dance styles, often set to popular music, especially trending K-pop hits. This diverse music selection helps us connect with students from all backgrounds and keeps our classes both engaging and current.
With the rising popularity of K-pop, many refer to K-pop dance as “Street Jazz,” though technically, K-pop is not a dance genre but rather a performance style encompassing a variety of choreography types. At DSJ, while K-pop songs are frequently used in class, our training goes beyond K-pop, covering a wide range of pop music and foundational street jazz elements to build strong, versatile dancers.
Our programs are thoughtfully designed to nurture creativity, self-expression, and teamwork—giving every dancer a space to grow, shine, and develop their own unique style on stage and beyond.
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What is Street Jazz
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DSJ Community and Industry Connections
Performance Opportunities: We host annual recital for all registered students in every June; we provide valuable off-site performance opportunities through partnerships with cultural centers and major events like the Liac Festival.
Global Industry Connections： Proudly in collaboration with PLEDIS Entertainment— which is a subsidiary of HYBE, the powerhouse behind globally renowned groups like BTS, NewJeans, LE SSERAFIM, SEVENTEEN and TWS—we provide exclusive audition opportunities. This partnership has allowed our young dancers to gain exposure to industry professionals and explore potential career paths on the Global stage.
Local Engagement: We are frequently invited by local schools and educational organizations, such as Bishop McNally High School, Bow Valley College, YMCA, and The Immigrant Education Society, to offer workshops and residencies that introduce local youth to Street Jazz and K-pop dance culture.
At DSJ Dance Studio, we are committed to providing a space where students can grow as dancers and individuals, while offering them opportunities to shine both on and off the stage.
WHAT DSJ FAMILY SAY
Kanako Hall
I have nothing but good things to say about Dawn and Sunny and their classes. My daughter enjoys her classes so much and she is improving in a very short amount of time. Ms. Dawn and Ms. Sunny are also very detailed oriented and professional. I highly recommend DSJ for whoever loves Kpop and pop music!
Kate Sun
The teachers Ms. Dawn and Ms. Sunny are very dedicated to teaching their students and my daughter really enjoys learning from them. She improved much quicker compared to other associations she has been with. Thank you.
My daughter has gone to DSJ for a couple of years now. She really enjoys the classes, the instruction and her fabulous teachers!
Victoria Henry
We enrolled my daughter in street jazz lessons as DSJ Dance Studio last September. Our daughter is loving the instruction and I am impressed with the dedication from Dawn and Sunny! Thanks Dawn and Sunny for your wonderful instruction!
Linh Nguyen
My daughter has been attending DSJ Dance Studio for the second year and she loves it. Ms. Dawn and Ms. Sunny are excellent teachers who are extremely patient, caring, and organized teaching step by step so each student understands fully. I highly recommend DSJ Dance Studio, our daughter plans to continue her dance career here for many years to come.
Meet Founder
Dawn X
Founder & Senior Instructor
Hello! my name is Dawn, an international certified street jazz dance teacher and choreographer with over ten years of global teaching experience in vibrant cities like LA, Beijing, and Calgary... I’m passionate about understanding how students of all ages, especially the youth, and dance backgrounds learn, making my teaching style dynamic and super engaging!
In 2016, I founded DSJ Dance Studio in Calgary, where I’ve been dedicated to helping young dancers feel confident, creative, and fall in love with street jazz and K-pop! I truly believe that dance can transform young lives, leaving a lasting positive impact both mentally and physically!
Welcome all the young Calgarians to join us at DSJ Dance Studio, where they can explore the joy of street jazz and K-pop dance in a fun and engaging environment!
