The Beginner-Friendly Teacher Training Curriculum Dance Teachers Use to Build Confidence & Technique with Ease

Make teaching beginner jazz and lyrical stress-free with DTCE’s Combos Recreational Complete Genre Series: Jazz & Lyrical Beginner—a structured, video-based training program designed to introduce fundamental movement, build coordination, and boost dancers’ confidence.

This course features 3 beginner jazz and lyrical combos that focus on both technical development and performance skills. Dancers will improve control, sharpen musicality, and strengthen stage presence while mastering foundational jazz and lyrical techniques. With 5+ hours of tutorial videos, 30+ breakdown modules, and 8+ structured syllabus guides, this resource gives teachers a step-by-step guide to deliver engaging, structured choreography instruction that builds a strong technical foundation—all at a pace that supports success.

Key Features of Combos Recreational Complete Genre Series

✔ 3 Beginner Jazz & Lyrical Combos, 30+ Breakdown Modules, 8+ Syllabus Guides, 5+ Hours of Instructional Video
✔ Develops a Strong Foundation in Jazz & Lyrical Dance Styles
✔ Teaches Essential Movements, Musicality & Performance Skills
✔ Step-by-Step Instruction to Build Confidence & Control
✔ Dynamic & Expressive Choreographed Combinations for Engaging Learning

Why DTCE’s Matching Syllabus is Essential for Success

Our tutorial videos and matching syllabus work together seamlessly, giving teachers a structured choreography guide that removes the guesswork from instruction. Unlike traditional written notes, this syllabus isn’t just a reference—it’s a practical resource that helps teachers stay organized while confidently leading dancers through routines. With this ready-to-use system, educators can streamline instruction using built-in timestamps, right-side/left-side demonstrations, and slow-motion breakdowns for clear and effective teaching.

This done-for-you structure allows teachers to focus on delivering engaging choreography and refining performance quality, rather than spending hours planning and breaking down routines.

Who Is It For?

Perfect for dance teachers, studio owners, private studios, school programs, and recreational dance teams, DTCE provides a ready-to-use, affordable training system that helps beginner dancers develop foundational technique, musicality, and performance confidence while making lesson planning easier and more effective.

Why Choose Dance: The Cutting Edge (DTCE)?

✔ Teacher Training Tutorials + Matching Syllabus
Dance: The Cutting Edge’s (DTCE) affordable, accredited curriculum streamlines lesson planning while ensuring students build a strong foundation for long-term success.

✔ DTCE’s Complete Curriculum for All Styles & Levels
With 95+ courses, 4,000+ tutorials, and 900+ syllabus across 16+ genres, DTCE is the ultimate all-in-one solution for dance educators.

Maximize Your Training – Shop These DTCE Courses Today!

✔ Choreo Series – 16+ expertly choreographed routines with 5.5+ hours of tutorials, covering Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Primary, and more. Shot with multiple camera angles, making learning accessible for all levels.
✔ Combos Recreational – 31+ modules and 13+ combo guides for Jazz & Lyrical, structured for beginner to advanced dancers. This series helps build a strong foundation while progressing to more complex choreography.
✔ Jazz Series – 370+ essential skills and 12+ hours of instruction, covering center-floor exercises, across-the-floor drills, turns, jumps, and leaps. This program strengthens technique, endurance, and overall performance quality.
✔ Progressions Series – 23+ key skills and 1+ hour of instructional content, designed to build muscle memory, reinforce technical execution, and add structure to jazz-based classes.
✔ Turns, Jumps, & Leaps Series – 54+ targeted skills and 2+ hours of specialized instruction to enhance timing, coordination, and execution. Includes front and back views, making it ideal for visual learners looking to perfect dynamic movement.

Your Instructors: Master Dance Curriculum Specialists

Kimberly Beck Thomson is a certified dance curriculum specialist with 35+ years of experience in training teachers and developing structured dance education. As the former Artistic Director/Owner of Dance Unlimited Miami—one of the Top 50 Studios in the U.S.—she has helped countless instructors implement effective choreography techniques. A third-generation dance educator, award-winning choreographer, and master teacher, Kimberly has worked with top industry professionals, choreographed for major productions, and judged national competitions. Many of her former students have gone on to Broadway, national tours, and backup dancing for top artists like Beyoncé and Britney Spears.

Ashley Laughlin was born and raised in Miramar, FL and began dancing at the age of 5. She competitively trained for 17 years across multiple dance styles and genres, earning recognition for her achievements, including a True Performer Award and an Assistant Coach Award for Dance League. Ashley was an officer of the Seminole Dance Force, Florida State University’s nationally recognized competitive Sports Club Dance Team. Currently, she teaches at multiple studios in South Florida and serves as the Head Coach for the Archbishop McCarthy Maverick Legacies High School Dance Team. She is also a Miami Heat Dancer, bringing her professional performance expertise to her teaching and coaching.

Teach with Ease—No More Last-Minute Choreography!

DTCE’s Combos Recreational Complete Series gives you ready-to-teach beginner jazz and lyrical combos, so you can focus on engaging your students and building their confidence—without the stress. 

Set your classes up for success with fresh, fun choreography—done for you and ready to go!

Music Copyright Clause:

“The suggested music for this choreography includes Better When I’m Dancing by Meghan Trainor, BOP! by JoJo Siwa, and Waves (Royalty-Free Music); however, due to copyright restrictions, the audio in this video has been overlaid and may not be in sync with the movement. For optimal results, we recommend using the original tracks as intended when teaching or performing this routine.”