Toe Tappin Introduction to Tap Dance!
Whether an absolute beginner, or a tap dancer who needs some "brushing" up on their steps...this fun filled class will introduce the basics of tap dance to young learners. Tap shoes are encouraged but not required for class.
What's included
1 live meeting
35 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
-What will be taught? a basic tap warmup, introduction and practice of basic tap steps with titles and definitions, a fun tap dance combination set to well known, age appropriate music. -Topics covered are how to use your body and feet to apply specific pressure and weight change to create syncopated sounds. -I will be teaching using tap shoes, music and a wood or ceramic floor. (tap shoes are not required for class) If learners don't have tap shoes, I will teach them how to use clapping sounds to replace tapping sounds! It will be very important to take the class without background noise or distraction, as I may need to listen to students tapping. -This will be an interactive class where I will help learners with proper footwork, and give feedback and corrections to them when necessary. -no experience required
Learning Goals
In this class tappers will get started with a warm-up introducing basic standing still steps such as sounds made with toes, ball toes, heels, toe and heel tips. Learners will be taught fundamental tap dance steps such as shuffles, flaps, ball changes, cramp rolls etc. We will also cover essential traveling tap steps such as buffalos and drawbacks for example.
Tap dancing helps dancers with their rhythm, which then carries over to help them with other styles of dance as well. Syncopation: A lot of tap dances involve practicing syncopation. Coordination and balance: These important aspects of dance will be practiced with a variety of tap steps and movements.
Other Details
Supply List
tap shoes comfortable clothing to move in
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined October, 2020
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi! My name is "Ms. Toni" and I have been teaching dance and drama for over 20 years. I attended a SUNY college and graduated with a BA in drama studies. From there I went on to open and run my own dance studio for 13 years. I love to teach children and have had a passion for teaching for as long as I can remember. I currently teach ages 18 months to Adult in a variety of different styles such as tap, ballet, jazz, hip-hop, theatrical dance, kickline, and cheer. Currently I also run a program at 3 local libraries for parents of children ages 18 mo- 2 1/2 an intro to dance and movement. When teaching I focus on what makes learning the steps and material fun for my students. Dancing and acting are such great, healthy ways of exploring our imaginations and using our bodies to express emotion. I teach because I love watching children gain confidence and self esteem. I have 2 children ages 2 and 6 who LOVE to dance as well. Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$10
per classMeets once
35 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-11
2-9 learners per class
