This paper aims to analyze the artistic styles and training methods of contemporary jazz dance. Over time, jazz dance has evolved from a traditional dance form into a diverse and personalized style, incorporating elements from street dance, modern dance, and other genres, showcasing unique expressiveness and creative potential. The paper first reviews the historical evolution of contemporary jazz dance styles, exploring their fusion with other dance forms and the influence of cultural contexts. It then analyzes the main stylistic features of contemporary jazz dance, emphasizing free body language, diverse emotional expressions, and the close interaction between music and dance. Regarding training methods, this study focuses on two aspects: foundational technical training and creative, personalized training. It explains how foundational training enhances dancers' physical abilities and how personalized training fosters creative potential. Finally, the paper looks ahead to the future development trends of contemporary jazz dance, highlighting its significant role and influence in global dance art.

Jiang Hanbo. Analysis of Artistic Styles and Training Methods in Contemporary Jazz Dance. Frontiers in Art Research (2025), Vol. 7, Issue 2: 1-7. https://doi.org/10.25236/FAR.2025.070201.

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