Welcome
Every dancer carries a story that deserves space, recognition, and understanding. You may be navigating the demands of training, guiding a dedicated young dancer through a pivotal moment, or shaping a creative vision of your own. Wherever you stand, you are part of the Dance by Jana community that values resilience and celebrates the depth of the artistic process.
Dance by Jana exists to support your journey with compassionate evidence, offering guidance that strengthens both confidence and connection.
WHAT'S NEW?
NEW TO DANCE BY JANA
UPCOMING CLASSES
Guest classes, pop-ups, and ongoing training for advanced dancers in Chicago and Denver.
Adult Advanced Contemporary Phrasework
First Class FREE! Use code FIRSTCLASSFREE
Tuesday 12:00 - 1:15 pm
Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Location: Denver Dance Center
Adult Advanced Improvisation Lab
First Class FREE! Use code FIRSTCLASSFREE
Thursday 10:30 - 11:45 am
Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24
Location: Denver Dance Center
CHICAGO GUEST CLASS ALERT!
MOVE LOUD: Advanced Contemporary
— Combo Focused (FREE!)
Thursday, August 20 from 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Location: The Rooted Space
CHICAGO GUEST CLASS ALERT!
ALL THE FEELS: Advanced Contemporary
— Combo Focused (FREE!)
Monday, August 24 from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Location: The Rooted Space
CHICAGO GUEST CLASS ALERT!
Intermediate Contemporary Ages 9+
At The Intensive 2026
Wednesday, August 18 from 6:30 - 7:45 pm
Location: Extensions Dance
RECOMMENDED BY
Natasha C. | Teacher
“Working with Jana, I really learned a lot about my body and especially, like, my brain and how that works and why I stumble in a dance, or I'm not able to catch on to a combo as quickly. So I feel like my mind body connection got a lot stronger with this course, and then also being able to pick up combinations.
Izzy O. | College Dancer
“I feel like one of the biggest concepts I carry from Jana, that I carry every day is to ‘get comfortable being uncomfortable. I feel like often now I do want to push the boundaries every time I walk into an audition room or a dance studio."
Deena G. | Pro Dancer
“My favorite parts of working with Jana were learning new combinations, being around people that I enjoy dancing with, and learning from Jana. I really enjoyed the strength training, the breath work, the neuroplastic improv, and just finding ways to incorporate that into my movement. I grew as a dancer. ”
Halle L. | Pro Dance Team
“It's really great to have a teacher like Jana, who's so passionate about everything that she does, there's a lot of commitment that she puts into it. And all of us dancers can really feel that she truly cares, which motivates us as well.”
Allison O. | Pro Dancer
“What I’m most greatful for from Dance By Jana is being able to challenge the ways that I think of dance, and exploring different avenues of approaching dance in a way that is super interesting, innovative, and really ties in my interest of somatics and neuroscience.”
"Let's Go Higher" | Chor: Jana Bennett
"Fall In Love With You" | Chor: Jana Bennett
"Primal" | Chor: Jana Bennett
"Departure" | Chor: Jana Bennett
WHAT DANCE BY JANA OFFERS
Created to help you learn, create, and imagine what is possible.
Personal Training For Dancers
Build confidence that lasts
Become the strongest, healthiest, and most confident version of yourself through personalized, evidence-based performance training designed specifically for dancers. Every program is tailored to your goals, experience, schedule, and unique body. Personal Trainingis now available in-person (Denver) and online!
Choreography
Be seen through movement
Original choreography that is artistically meaningful, technically intentional, and thoughtfully crafted for your dancers, company, studio, or performance. From solos to full ensemble works, every commission begins with your vision. Every work is created collaboratively and curated to your unique artistic voice!
Teaching & Consulting
Discover what's possible
Masterclasses, guest teaching, choreography consultations, pre-compeition feedback, workshops, and educational presentations designed to inspire dancers, teachers, studios, and organizations through practical, evidence-based instruction. Let's create a personalized experience designed specifically for you!
Our
Heart
Foundation
Dance is more than technique. It is the meeting point of emotion, intention, and physical understanding. The work shared here combines dance science, sport performance, functional fitness, biomechanics, neuroscience, and creative exploration to support the whole dancer.
Belonging
The goal is simple:
To help you move forward with confidence, grounded awareness, and the knowledge that you are special, seen and valued. Whether you are looking to build strength through dance performance training, commission choreography for an upcoming performance, or bring Jana in for a masterclass or consultation, she is here to help you reach your goals and grow as an artist.
Who Dance By Jana Serves
For you, the dancers, the leaders, and the loved ones who move this art form forward.
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For Dance Professionals
You carry both creative responsibility and the weight of care for others, whether you are a professional dancer, teacher, studio owner, or choreographer. The work can feel overwhelming, demanding, and deeply personal, especially when you are balancing your own artistry with the needs of those you guide. This space offers insight, mentorship, and educational support designed to strengthen your confidence and help you move toward your career aspirations with clarity and purpose. You are invited to explore ideas that nurture your teaching, creation, and artistic growth.
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For Dance Parents
Your support shapes your dancer’s world in profound ways, and navigating the dance community can feel confusing as you balance studio expectations, company commitments, and team schedules. You want your dancer to feel seen, heard, and valued while also maintaining a healthy body, a grounded sense of self, and space for academics, friendships, and rest. This space offers tools and guidance to help your dancer build confidence, pursue their dreams, and develop habits that support long-term well-being. You deserve resources that help you support your dancer with care.
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For young adult dancers
You are building strength, identity, and artistic voice all at once, and navigating the worlds of pre-professional training, conservatory programs, competition, collegiate dance, and early professional work can feel like too much. When it seems as though everyone around you has it all figured out, the pressure can feel isolating. This space is here to help you feel sure of yourself and understood as you move through training, recovery, performance, and creative exploration. The resources you find here are shaped to help you step into your next chapter with awareness and a sense of possibility.
Meet the dancers who inspire this space, and join a community that sees you, supports you, and celebrates your journey.
ABOUT ME
Dance is my medium.
Teaching is my craft.
Choreography is my voice.
Curiosity is my compass.
I have spent my life in the world of dance, moving through it as a performer, choreographer, educator, director, and business owner. My work thrives at the intersection of technique, science, and emotion, inviting dancers to explore who they are both inside and outside the studio. I believe in empowering movers to understand their bodies, trust their inner voice, and feel encourged to take creative risks with purpose.
Dance by Jana exists as a supportive home for dancers, educators, and creators who want guidance that feels compassionate and clear. It offers education, choreography, and reflective resources that strengthen artistry and deepen understanding. From cross-training and improvisation to practical insight and creative inquiry, this space is built for those who seek growth that feels honest, steady, and transformative.
"Let's Go Higher" | Chor: Jana Bennett
"Fall In Love With You" | Chor: Jana Bennett
"Primal" | Chor: Jana Bennett
"Departure" | Chor: Jana Bennett
SOCIAL MEDIA
Dance education, training insight, and behind-the-scenes studio life.
WHAT JANA SAYS
Honest insight to help you move through the dance world with confidence.
What Dancers Are Saying About Dance by Jana
“I took a class with Jana, and I knew right away, this is my mentor, this is the person I want to be in my life forever... I was just memorized and I knew this is where I want to be.”
Zohar F. | 7th Grade
"What I love so much about Ms. Jana’s combinations and classes is that you get to push yourself as far as you can go, and even farther. It feels so good in your body and you feel the most connected to your body and to yourself than you ever have in your life."
Meir R. | 8th Grade
"From Jana's technique, I gotten so much stronger, and I have learned how to find that strength in my dancing, choreography and in my improvisation."
Malina Z. | Junior (11th gradE)
