Starting with the BASIC Level, each of the five levels of the Nan Giordano Certification Program® (NGCP®) has its own curriculum and will be taught in separate certification trainings. Teachers are given codified dance notation to enhance their learning and mastery of this complex and joyous art form. The technique is structured into ten lessons which cover pre-stretch, floorwork, center/barre, across the floor, combinations and more.

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The pace and structure of the lessons can be modified to your program. Some NGCP® certified teachers choose to concentrate on a consecutive ten-week course, while others use the material for a year-long program. The content taught in the five levels (Basic, Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, and Professional) stems from the Giordano Technique’s rich heritage and has been further developed and structured by Nan Giordano, Cesar G. Salinas (trained and mentored by Nan since the age of 19) and members of Giordano Dance Chicago. To become a certified teacher of the Giordano Technique, one must train with Nan Giordano.

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As you progress from the BASIC to the BEGINNING, INTERMEDIATE, ADVANCED, and PROFESSIONAL levels of this foundational dance technique, the pacing of the class, the complexity of the movement, and the increased focus on style become more challenging yet even more enjoyable. The Giordano Technique is not external; rather, it emanates from within. 

 

As her father did, Nan has dedicated her life to maintaining the foundation while elevating the level of Jazz Dance. NGCP® Certified Teachers are invited to join a private Facebook community. Cultivate ideas, get tips from Nan, ask questions, keep in touch, and be part of the NGCP® family.

 

CERTIFIED TEACHERS can do a refresher course at any time.

 

For all levels:

Zoom credentials and NGCP® notes will be emailed to you at least one week prior to certification.  We recommend printing the notes so you can follow along throughout the certification.

 

Upon completion of each level, you will receive: 

NGCP® Official Certificate

NGCP® Facebook Community (Exclusive Access)

NGCP® Certified Logo 

History of Gus, Nan and the Company 

NGCP® link to merchandise