Take A Break

Jazz Break's signature event is back! This time, we chose to explore some of the many ways we may approach Jazz. Therefore, the topic of this edition is: "Jazz is..."

When?

19/01/2026 - 25/01/2026

Venues

 The Studio

 Drescherhaus

Detailed Schedule

Tuesday 20/01

The Studio

Wednesday 21/01
The Studio
Thursday 22/01
TBD
Saturday 24/01
Drescherhaus
Sunday 25/01

Drescherhaus




Jazz is hot
11:00 - 12:30
Parents & kids
11:00 - 12:30



Jazz is cool
14:00 - 15:30
Beginner Solo Jazz
14:30 - 16:00



Jazz is blue(s)
15:45 - 17:15
Beginner Lindy Hop
16:15 - 17:45
Jazz is groovy
19:00 - 20:30

Jazz is culture
FREE
time TBD


Jazz is rhythm
20:30 - 22:00
Jazz is hip
20:30 - 22:00



Programme Description

Jazz is groovy

Let’s groove, vibe together, and rediscover our connection to the music. In this workshop, we will focus on grooving our Lindy Hop. Basic knowledge of Lindy Hop is needed, more advanced dancers are welcome and encouraged to groove with us!

Jazz is rhythm

In this workshop, our feet and bodies will speak the language of rhythms! Let’s approach our Lindy Hop dancing through rhythms: we will start with simple rhythmical variations and slowly build towards more complex rhythms. In other words, this is a mixed level workshop that requires at least some basic knowledge of Lindy Hop.

Jazz is hip

Have you ever noticed that many of the original dancers moved their hips? In this workshop, we want to focus on moving from and with the hips! So whether you are an absolute beginner or an advanced dancer, this workshop is for you! Newcomers will be able to focus on basic steps, while (more) advanced dancers will be challenged with body movement, styling and variations.

Jazz is hot

Let’s discover those hot (super) fast jazzy tunes! In this workshop, we will focus on fast dancing, both solo and partnered. We will share tips and tricks about how to speed up your dancing and enjoy those fast beats with or without a dance partner. Solid dancing experience required.

Jazz is cool

From « hot jazz » to « cool bop ». In this workshop, we will take you on a journey through jazz music. We will leave those hot swinging days behind and dive into the cool bebop vibe. This workshop is open level, everybody is welcome.

Jazz is blue(s)

"[...] The blues is the foundation for jazz. It is the bedrock. Everything we do, all of the improvisations, the big bands, the solos, the whole thing, it's all coming out of the blues. [...]" (Wynton Marsalis in Moving to Higher Ground: How Jazz Can Change Your Life). 

Inspired by the insightful words of Wynton Marsalis, let’s access those bluesy songs and see how we can dance to them. For this workshop, basic Jazz dancing experience is necessary.

Jazz is culture

Jazz carries a very deep and complex history. Learning about its roots, legacy and culture brings a deeper understanding and perspective to our dancing. So let’s talk about it!

In this edition of Take A Break, we decided to reserve a workshop for our younger dancers and their parents, to explore the theme of "Jazz is..." in a joyful and playful way! We will keep small groups and a child-friendly approach. The workshops will be in English, with the possibility to translate to French and other languages.

Parents are welcome to join, and please note that kids under 6 years old must be accompanied. In respect of everyone's privacy and latest GDPR, we will not take any pictures and/or videos of this event, and we kindly ask our attendees to only take pictures and videos of themselves and/or their children. 

Beginner Solo Jazz

Welcome to the world of Jazz! In this workshop, we will introduce you to Solo Jazz dancing. Music, groove, rhythms, self expression are on the menu!

This workshop is open to everybody! No prior dancing experience needed. No partner required as we will dance solo. Come as you are!

Beginner Lindy Hop

Discover the world of Lindy Hop! In this workshop, we will introduce you to partnered Jazz dancing. Music, groove, rhythms, self expression are on the menu!

This workshop is open to everybody! No prior dancing experience needed. No partner required. Come as you are!

Pricing

More info to come soon!

The activity "Jazz is culture" is free and open to everyone.

coming soon

For KulturPass holders, we offer limited spots at the rate of 1.5 € per day of activities.


Reach out via e-mail to complete your KulturPass registration! 

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