FAQ

Head to the Schedule & Registration page under the Menu item, Classes. Use the online scheduler after clicking on In Person Classes to book your classes, either for the session or as a drop-in.
When registering for the session, you must select ALL dates for the session.

Here is a short video I made to help you through the registration process.

Head to the Schedule & Registration page under the menu item, Classes. Use the online scheduler after clicking on Virtual Classes to book your classes, either for the session or as a drop-in.
When registering for the session, you must select ALL dates for the session.

Here is a short video I made to help you through the registration process.

You can pay through PayPal right on our website in the online scheduler or send an e-transfer (to rachel@cadance5678.com, password: jazzpilates). If you would like to pay by cash or cheque, please contact me.
Merchandise may be purchased in the Boutique via PayPal.

Be sure that you have added rachel@cadance5678.com to your address book to ensure our emails don’t end up in your junk/spam folder. Then check your junk/spam folder for the email invite, which will be from my email address (above) via google.com.

If you are absolutely certain you have signed up and paid for a virtual class, have gone through the above steps, and still haven’t received the link, please contact us right away (text, email, call).

If you have registered for the session or have signed up for multiple classes, you will receive all of the email invites at once. I would advise creating a folder in your inbox to keep track of the class links for the session.

Please wear comfortable clothing in which you can move freely, but nothing too baggy (something you would wear for a workout). For Pilates, please avoid clothing that has zippers, especially on the backside of your shirt or pants – it can be uncomfortable, as many of the exercises require you to lie on your back.

For jazz class, jazz shoes are recommended, but not required. You may want to wear some form of dance shoe or socks that aren’t too slippery on the wood floor, or go barefoot.

We offer two levels: beginner/intermediate (Thursday) and intermediate/advanced (Tuesday). Because our students are adults and bring with them different backgrounds and levels of experience from different dance schools, knowing how many years of experience you have still makes it hard to determine the level that is appropriate for you.

Here are some of the things we typically work on in the different levels:

Beginner/intermediate
• basic ballet technique and positions (pliés in first and second positions; we may introduce third, fourth, and fifth; port de bras; tendus; etc.)
• basic jazz steps (jazz square, pas de bourrée, jazz walks, isolations, etc.)
• working on chaîné turns, preparation for/execution of single pirouettes, grands battements

Intermediate/advanced
• warming up with pliés in first – fifth positions, développé/fondu from fifth position
• working on single/double/triple pirouettes, pirouettes changing spots, grands jetés, fan kicks, jump turns, pas de bourrée turns

Open-Level
Good for everyone! During class, I’ll give appropriate challenges and modifications to the exercises and choreography as needed.

If you are still unsure, don’t hesitate to contact me and we can figure out together which level would be more appropriate for you.

While jazz shoes are not required for jazz dance class, I recommend them, especially for when we work on quicker movements and turns. I would recommend going with a soft, split sole jazz shoe rather than a sneaker (but that’s up to you; I find you can “feel” the floor much better in a soft jazz shoe). The soft shoes are usually made of leather, but can also be made of canvas or suede. There are lace-up styles and slip-on styles – which one you choose will depend on your preference.

When you shop for your jazz shoes (and when you wear them to class), I would suggest wearing thin socks or no socks.  The leather in the shoe will naturally stretch and you’ll want it to be a snug/tight fit with no gaps (as long as they’re not smashing your toes). The employee at the store where you shop will give you extra guidance, if needed.

The stores where I’ve shopped for my shoes in Montreal are  Danz Etc. and Rossetti.  Tell them you are a student at Cadance Jazz and they should give a 10% discount on your purchase.

The Pilates classes are an open level, for the general, injury-free participant. If you have injuries or limitations, I would strongly suggest private sessions to address your specific needs to avoid skipping too many exercises during a group class. Each time I hold a class, I always teach to the group in front of me and I take into account the participants’ experience and fitness.

I have been teaching Pilates since 2010 and have experience teaching to mixed-level groups. I will offer more challenging variations to more advanced Pilates students and modifications to those who have less experience. I hold two certifications: my most recent is with The Real Pilates Classical Teacher Training Program; my first is with STOTT® Pilates (contemporary method). The Pilates, fitness, and other movement method workshops I have taken throughout the years may also inform my style and exercise choices.

Before joining the Pilates group classes, I strongly recommend that you do an  introductory private session and/or some private sessions. As a result, I will ensure you understand the basic principles, follow the group workout much more easily, and get even more out of your Pilates workouts. If you have injuries or limitations, I would strongly suggest private sessions. I can address your specific needs in a private session, therefore avoiding skipping too many exercises during the group class.

You can also sign up for FREE for the Beginner Program. This is for you if you’ve never tried Pilates before, or if you have a limited understanding of it, or if you would like to review the basic principles of the breath, alignment, and beginner exercises. There are pre-Pilates & beginner matwork classes for you to take as many times as you’d like, anytime and anywhere you want

There is no need to bring a mat with you to class as all Pilates mats and props will be provided for you. However, please feel free to bring your own towel/mat, if you’d prefer.

There are many ordinary household items that you could use as a substitute. Have a look here for some ideas.

I have also created a list of some of my favorite pieces of small equipment if you’d like to get the real deal!

Please send me a message (email, text, call) to let me know, just as a courtesy (for in studio classes and especially for virtual classes). If you have registered for the session, you can make up your missed classes by taking another group class within the SAME session.

Please send me a message (email, text, call) to let me know ASAP, keeping in mind I have a 24-hour cancelation policy, like most studios do. We understand that sometimes surprises pop up, but in order to maintain the smooth functioning of the studio schedule, I have this policy in place.

A strong cancelation policy helps you to keep your commitment and consistency which are important to achieving your fitness goals. When you make an appointment, I am setting aside time for you and for preparing for your session, which means I am unable to set aside that time and prepare for another client who may have wanted to schedule during your time slot.

I also commit to giving you a 24-hour notice if I’m sick or an emergency pops up. A fair policy demonstrating a mutual respect between you, the client, and me, your trainer, is a win-win situation.

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Head here for your free trial of over 300 class replays and bonus videos. If you’re not sure how to proceed, you can watch this video, starting at 1:23 to walk you through the steps (you can even slow down playback, if needed).

Once you have logged in, head to CLASSES > MEMBER LOG IN > REPLAYS > and then choose your class.

Each class is posted on the replay page within 24-48 hours (sometimes sooner!). Rewatch a class you’ve taken so you can get that great workout again, to clarify something you didn’t catch during the live class, or watch if you couldn’t make it to class that day. The videos stay on the class replay page for the week, until the next replay is posted.

Each class replay page also gives you access to the Beginner Program, which includes not only beginner Pilates classes, but breaks down some of the fundamentals to refresh your practice or to get you started in your practice.

Once you have logged in, head to CLASSES > MEMBER LOG IN > REPLAYS > and then choose membership (Enhanced Replays or Beginner Program).