Tap dance classes in downtown Halifax
A rhythmic style that blends percussive footwork, syncopation, and musicality with performance-based skills.
Tap is a rhythmic style where dancers use metal-tipped shoes to create percussion by striking the floor, blending precise footwork, syncopation, and musicality. Tap dancers are performers and musicians at the same time.
Tap classes build from a warm up into rhythm drills and combinations, ranging from graceful soft-shoe to fast, dynamic footwork. No tap shoes yet? Start in sneakers, socks, or bare feet.
Must be 18+ (or 14+ with parental consent) to attend. Please ensure your date of birth is updated on your profile to sign up.
You don't necessarily need tap shoes to tap dance. Historically, tap began long before tap shoes were invented! Your feet do all the work, the shoes amplify the sound. Fun fact: a good tap teacher can tell whether your feet are making the sound from the movement alone, whether or not they can actually hear them.
Tap shoes are recommended if you tap on a somewhat regular basis. They protect your feet, support your joints, and let you hear your own sounds more clearly, an important part of the learning process.
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Read the guideYour first classes at the best price: 3 classes for $39, or a month of unlimited classes for $99.
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