Born in Avignon, Jean-Hugues completed his dance training at the local conservatory, refining his modern technique with Anne-Marie Porras. He graduated in 1993, assisted her, and taught at Epsedanse. As a sought-after teacher, choreographer, and dancer, he has taught internationally. In 1999, he joined the National Theatre Mannheim, collaborating with choreographers like Philippe Talard, Bruno Jacquin, Jean Renshaw and Marc McClain. Later, he danced at Heidelberg Dance Theatre under Irina Pauls.
For 16 years, he taught contemporary dance at Frankfurt University of Music and Performing Arts. Currently, he lectures in modern/contemporary dance at the State Ballet School Berlin.