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I'm taking jazz for the 1st time this year, is it necessary to take ballet?

I'm 12, and I've never done an all ballet class before. This is what I've taken...
Kindergarten- Combo (ballet/tap)
stoped for 3 years.
4th-5th grade Hip Hop
6th grade - Dance team (jazz, kickline and lyrical in one)
7th grade (next year)- I'm DEFINITLY taking jazz. I don't want to be behind with all the terms and everything, so should I take ballet to improve my technique? And I plan on taking jazz from now on, so should I just do ballet for 1 year to improve my technique, then do whatever I want? Help! (I also plan on performing in local theater in the near future)


Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: Absolutely you should highly consider a technique. At your age, it is very difficult to catch up taking a single class of jazz. If you are thinking about competiting, most dance studios require technique for at least two hours.