Decidedly Jazz Danceworks

Counterpoint Dance Academy, located in Calgary's vibrant Marda Loop community, has been nurturing young artists since its inception in 2000. With a diverse range of dance disciplines and a commitment to both technical skill and personal development, the academy fosters a family-oriented environment that celebrates the growth of each dancer. Offering both Non-Intensive and Intensive programs, Counterpoint provides flexible class options while also cultivating high-level talent through its competitive Marda Loop Dance Team. The academy prides itself on building life skills such as discipline and compassion, making it a beloved hub for dancers of all ages. Generated from the website

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.