Teaching turns, jumps, and leaps doesn’t have to feel like choreographing chaos. DTCE’s Turns, Jumps, & Leaps: Beginner-Advanced (Vol. II) gives dance teachers a crystal-clear, no-guesswork system to teach balance, control, and clean execution from beginner to advanced.
With 13+ essential skills, 2+ structured syllabus guides, and 30+ minutes of expert-led tutorials, this curriculum provides progression-based drills that refine technique, elevate performance, and give educators confidence in every class.
Why Teachers Rely on Vol. II
This curriculum addresses the real challenges dance educators face: inconsistent turns, low jumps, and sloppy landings. With DTCE’s system, teachers gain:
- Step-by-step breakdowns of advanced and foundational skills
- Structured syllabus progression for smooth skill building
- Real-time tutorials for corrections, demonstrations, and teacher tips
Perfect to pair with Technique Series to reinforce proper alignment, turnout, and body placement.
Key Features at a Glance
✔ 13+ essential turns, jumps, and leaps
✔ 2+ syllabus guides for clear, level-based lesson planning
✔ 30+ minutes of expert tutorials with demonstrations and correction cues
✔ Progression-based drills for strength, precision, and clean execution
✔ Designed for Jazz, Lyrical, and Contemporary training
Combine with Progressions Series for building foundational strength and muscle memory.
Core Skills Students Will Master
Vol. II builds control, elevation, rotation, and artistry, featuring:
- Fouetté / Russian – Enhance rotational control and sustained turns
- Assemblé / Firebird – Build explosive jump height and power
- Tilt Jump / Coupé – Strengthen extensions, balance, and landings
- Pretzel / Développé – Refine smooth weight shifts and transitions
- Sauté Jump / Rond de Jambe – Develop dynamic articulation and clean execution
…and additional drills to ensure dancers perform with consistency, confidence, and flair.
These skills integrate seamlessly with Jazz Series for across-the-floor combinations and performance application.
How Our Syllabus Works
DTCE’s syllabus + video tutorials provide a structured roadmap that eliminates guesswork:
✔ Terminology-Based Reference – Organized skill lists by level
✔ Video Matching – Step-by-step demos for teacher and student guidance
✔ Clear Progressions – Introduce movements in proper order for lasting technique
✔ Saves Lesson Planning Time – Focus on hands-on corrections and mastery
This system ensures students develop skills logically, avoiding gaps or skipped steps.
Who Benefits Most
✔ Studio owners and teachers training beginner-advanced levels
✔ School programs, competitive teams, and recreational classes
✔ Educators who want efficient lesson prep with consistent results
Use alongside Warm-Up Series to ensure dancers are prepared for technical demands.
Perfect Pairings: Maximize Performance & Safety
Enhance your curriculum with these essential DTCE add-ons:
- ✔ Conditioning Series – 110+ exercises targeting strength, agility, balance, and jump height
- ✔ Flexibility Series – 175+ skills & 5+ hours of tutorials to improve range and prevent injuries
- ✔ Warm-Up Series – 160+ exercises to prep dancers for technical work
These pairings make Vol. II classroom-ready, structured, and results-driven.
Train With an Industry Expert
Led by Kimberly Beck Thomson, a certified curriculum specialist with 35+ years of experience, this series delivers clear, effective teaching strategies. Real student demonstrations, guided breakdowns, and expert corrections give educators the tools to train dancers with confidence and precision.
Transform your students’ technique—bring DTCE’s Turns, Jumps, & Leaps Vol. II into your studio today.