Dance Classes - Tap

Dress Code

Proper dress code is required for all dance classes.

Course Descriptions


Tap dance enables a dancer to create a percussive sound with their feet.

 

Introduction to Tap

Goal: For 6 -7 year olds, this class serves as an introduction to tap dance for children. A proper foundation of tap technique is established through barre exercises, creative movement and center floor studies. 
 
Dress Code: Lavender leotard; Black jazz pants or Capezio caramel tights; Capezio Black Teletone Xtreme Shoes Shoes (Style #CG55)
 
Class Schedule: Tuesday 5:30
 
Tap I
Goal:  This class serves as a transitional class from Intro to Tap to Tap II. Class is devoted to tap technique, teaching simple rhythms, dancing to the beat of the music and staying together as a group.
 
Dress Code: Lavender leotard; Black jazz pants or Capezio caramel tights;  Capezio Black Teletone Xtreme Shoes Shoes (Style #CG55)
 
Class Schedule: Wednesday 5:30
 
Tap II
Goal: For ages 9-11, Tap II is a continuation of components and skills learned in Tap I. The class includes added emphasis on technique, body placement, terminology, history and further development of simple rhythms.
 
Dress Code: Hunter leotard; Black jazz pants or Capezio caramel tights; Capezio Black Teletone Xtreme Shoes Shoes (Style #CG55)
 
Class Schedule: Thursday 4:30
 
Tap III
Goal:  Students continue to further develop the skills learned in Tap II. Increased emphasis will be placed on proper technique, execution and terminology.
 
Dress Code: Hunter leotard; Black jazz pants or Capezio caramel tights;  Capezio Black Teletone Xtreme Shoes Shoes (Style #CG55)
 
Class Schedule: Monday 6:30
 
Tap IV
Goal:  In this class, focus is on clarity of sounds, creating and understanding rhythms, increasing speed and developing style. Previous training required. Advanced intermediate ages 13+ (younger by invitation only).
 
Dress Code: Black leotard; Black jazz pants or Capezio caramel tights;  Capezio Black Teletone Xtreme Shoes Shoes (Style #CG55)
 
Class Schedule:  Wednesday 4:30
 
Tap V
Goal: This class furthers develop the skills of advanced tap dancers. Placement by invitation and audition only.
 
Dress Code: Black leotard; Black jazz pants or Capezio caramel tights; Flat Oxford shoes with tele-tone taps
 
Class Schedule:  Thursday 3:30; Placement by invitation and audition only
 
Tap VI
Goal: Tap VI includes intricate rhythms and footwork for experienced tappers. Creativity will be challenged through improvisational exercises. Placement by invitation or audition only.
 
Dress Code: Black leotard; Black jazz pants or Capezio caramel tights; Capezio Black Teletone Xtreme Shoes (Style #CG55)
 
Class schedule: Friday 3:30; Placement by invitation or audition only
 
Tap VII
Goal: This class further develops the skills of advanced tap dancers. Placement by invitation and audition only.
 
Dress Code: Black leotard; Black jazz pants or Capezio caramel tights; Capezio Black Teletone Xtreme Shoes (Style #CG55)
 
Class schedule: Friday 4:30; Placement by invitation or audition only
 
Tap VIII
Goal: Development of the school’s most advanced tap dancers is pursued in this class. Placement by invitation and audition only.
 
Dress Code: Black leotard; Black jazz pants or Capezio caramel tights; Capezio Black Teletone Xtreme Shoes (Style #CG55)
 
Class schedule: Friday 5:30; Placement by invitation or audition only
  
Tap Level A
Goal:  For students ages 9-11, this class is an introduction to the principles of tap dance technique.  Students will learn the fundamental steps of tap dance. Includes basic one and two sound movements performed at the barre and simple rhythmic combinations in center
 
Dress Code: Royal leotard; Black jazz pants or Capezio caramel tightsCapezio Black Teletone Xtreme Shoes (Style #CG55);  
 
Class Schedule: Tuesday 6:30
 
Tap Level B
Goal:  Tap Level B is for students ages 12 and up with little or no tap experience. Students will learn the fundamental steps of tap dance, correct tap terminology and develop the ability to maintain correct body placement. 
 
Dress Code: Navy leotard; Black jazz pants or Capezio caramel tights;  Capezio Black Teletone Xtreme Shoes (Style #CG55)
 
Class Schedule: Tuesday 7:30
 
Tap Level C
Goal:  Tap Level C is for students ages 12 and up with a minimum 2-3 years tap background. Increased emphasis will be placed on proper technique, execution and terminology. 
 
Dress Code: Burgundy leotard; Black jazz pants or Capezio caramel tights;  Capezio Black Teletone Xtreme Shoes (Style #CG55)
 
Class Schedule: Wednesday 7:00
 


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