Discover All That Jazz Dance Studio
All That Jazz Dance Studio is one of the leading dance studios in the Metrowest Boston area. At our school, we aim to encourage a widespread love of dance, welcoming children who can’t help but feel the rhythm!
Since 1998, Miss Deb Vogel and her experienced staff has aimed to create a positive, welcoming environment which is encouraging for all.
About All That Jazz Dance Studio
Located in the City of Newton, MA, All That Jazz is a comprehensive dance school within the region of Newton, Belmont, Brighton, Brookline, Needham, Waltham, Watertown, Wellesley and Weston, as well as other nearby towns.
We have two studios and 13 styles of dance offered for students from ages 2 through 18.
To ensure classes are suitable for our students, we offer a range of options across styles, age groups and abilities. Whether your child dreams of being a ballerina one day, wants to make their school musical, or is just hoping to learn some awesome new moves to share with their friends, we have a class for them.
The teachers at All That Jazz have a vast range of experience across all techniques. Our collective approach is to share our love of dance while being supportive and encouraging.
Enroll for group lessons or book private lessons at a time that suits you.
Dance Is the Hidden Language of the Soul
OUR VISION
Our vision is to create a world where everyone can access the magic of dance. We have witnessed first hand how dance can build character, confidence, and friendships.
This beautiful, enriching art form is an incredible tool to teach body awareness, self-discipline and teamwork. Through our service of teaching dance, we aim to provide exceptional coaching and leadership to our students.
While striving to instill the importance of etiquette and manners, we also focus on building self-esteem and positive body image.
OUR MISSION
At All That Jazz Dance Studio in Newton, our mission is to foster a life-long love of dance. When teaching any style or age group, we strive to provide exceptional leadership to our students, building talent and developing life skills such as discipline and respect.
As we believe a person never stops learning, we work hard to ensure our approach extends to all our students, from our youngest to our oldest. In addition, we strongly adhere to a non-competitive environment, where all of our students are treated with the same equal care and level of nurturing.
We’d love you to be a part of our studio and join our mission to positively reach our community through dance.
OUR VALUES
At All That Jazz we believe in:
- Passion & Fun – We lead by example! Our staff is passionate about teaching dance and we strive to pass along our life-long love for dance and movement in super-fun classes.
- Family – Each and every student is an important member of our dance family. We treat our dancers with respect and love. And, in return, they treat each other with kindness and support. Our dance studio is a home away from home for many of our students and one that is filled with happiness and joy.
- Inclusion – At All That Jazz, we foster an environment where all genders, body shapes, and learning styles are appreciated and encouraged. Our classes are clique-free and judgement-free. Every child is given the freedom to reach their fullest potential.
- Teamwork – We are stronger when we work together. Connection creates friendships. Friendships create confidence. Confident children become accomplished adults.
- Building Self-Esteem – With so much competition in their everyday lives, our students deserve to have that one special place, where they feel safe and can grow their confidence. In keeping with our core values, we don’t participate in dance competitions. Our classes focus on teaching proper technique and fostering a life-long love and appreciation for the art of dance and joy of movement.
Our Director
Miss Deb Vogel
Director/ Founder/ Office Manager/Teacher and occasional Website Designer!
Miss Deb is an experienced teacher of all forms of classical dance for two year olds through adults. She continues to teach many of the ballet, tap, jazz, and modern/lyrical classes, in addition to being a Mom to her two children, Gabby and Matty.
As Founder and Director of All That Jazz, Mis Deb is extremely hands on and proactive when it comes to creating a positive environment.
Our Teachers
The All That Jazz team of experienced, friendly, and caring dance instructors have a range of skills they can share with our students.
Miss Lindsay Andersen
Miss Lindsay has been teaching at All That Jazz Dance Studio for 12 years. She has a Masters degree in Dance Pedagogy and has taught all techniques of dance to children starting at age 3 throughout the U.S. Miss Lindsay’s creativity and patience is unparalleled! Her encouraging smile and infectious laugh instantly make each and every one of her students feel safe and loved. Miss Lindsay is also the proud Mommy of baby Penny born in March, 2019 and big brother Will!
Miss Kristina Hernandez
We are so excited to welcome Miss Kristina to our All That Jazz family! She brings a wealth of experience and knowledge and we can’t wait for all of her new students to get to know her and have so much fun in her classes. Miss Kristina is a proud graduate of the esteemed Boston Arts Academy. She has worked with world- renowned faculty and guest artists. She was also awarded scholarships to the Boston Conservatory and Alvin Ailey dance Intensives. In addition, Miss Kristina was an original member of Impact Dance, a non-profit Boston based dance organization. Welcome to All That Jazz, Miss Kristina!
Miss Erin Janiszewski
Miss Erin has been teaching at All That Jazz for 9 years. Miss Erin earned her degree in Dance Performance from Ball State University before spending a year performing in the Mediterranean and the Caribbean Islands while with Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines. She has been teaching her wonderful dance classes at dance schools and camps throughout her native Indiana and locally in Massachusetts. All of Miss Erin’s students just adore her sweet, caring and fun nature! Miss Erin is also the proud new Mommy to baby Rowan born in March, 2022!
Miss Becca Lozinsky
Miss Becca is has been teaching at All That Jazz Dance Studio for 4 years. But, she danced as a student at All That Jazz for 7 years! Miss Becca is the first graduate of All That Jazz to return as a teacher and we couldn’t be more thrilled to have her be a part of our faculty. She is also currently working as a special education teaching assistant at Williams Elementary School in Newton, MA. Miss Becca is so excited to be sharing her love for all things dance and All That Jazz in particular to this next generation of students!
Miss Erin Janiszewski
Miss Erin is entering her seventh year at All That Jazz. Miss Erin earned her degree in Dance Performance from Ball State University before spending a year performing in the Mediterranean and the Caribbean Islands while with Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines. She has been teaching her wonderful dance classes at dance schools and camps throughout her native Indiana and locally in Massachusetts. All of Miss Erin’s students just adore her sweet, caring and fun nature!
Miss Heather Myers
Miss Heather is entering her sixteenth year at All That Jazz Dance Studio in Newton! A current member of We The Females, Static Noyze and CONcept ARTists Dance Companies, she also teaches at several dance studios in MA and has been a guest master teacher at local colleges and private schools. Firmly into her second decade of teaching at All That Jazz, Miss Heather has become an integral part of all of her students’ lives, not to mention their dance education.
Miss Heather Myers
Miss Heather has been teaching at All That Jazz Dance Studio in Newton for 18 years! A current member of We The Females, she also teaches at several dance studios in MA and has been a guest master teacher at local colleges and private schools. Firmly into her second decade of teaching at All That Jazz, Miss Heather has become an integral part of all of her students’ lives, not to mention their dance education.
Miss Ellen Frank
Miss Ellen has been teaching at All That Jazz for 9 years. Miss Ellen has taught extensively in the Newton area, including several local dance studios, as well as the JCC. For over 30 years, her students of all ages, especially the pre-school set, have adored her and we are so lucky to have Miss Ellen and all of her dancing expertise at All That Jazz!
Miss Samantha Mocle
Miss Samantha Mocle has been teaching at All That Jazz Dance Studio for 11 years. When she’s not in the dance studio, Miss Samantha can be found tap dancing and doing tendues under her desk at Lasell University, where she works as a writer. Miss Samatha is also the proud Mommy of Oliver, who was born the day after our 2018 recital and her newest addition, Nora, born in June, 2022!
Interested in teaching for us? We’re always on the look out for passionate, energetic and experienced teachers to join our rock star faculty! If you’re interested in teaching, please email your resume detailing your experience to missdeb@allthatjazznewton.com. We’d also love to hear from you in at least 250 words why you would like to join our inspiring group of teachers. We look forward to hearing from you!