Clogging

What is Clogging?

Clogging is a type of folk dance in which the dancer's footwear is used percussively by striking the heel, the toe, or both against a floor or each other to create audible rhythms, usually to the downbeat with the heel keeping the rhythm. Clogging is performed by making three sounds with your taps as where tap is performed by strictly two. 

Requirements 

AGE 5+ YEARS
Shoes:
  • Recreational: Black A2J clog shoes (purchased and sized at the front desk)
  • Competition: Black A2J clog shoes (purchased and sized at the front desk)
**ALL STUDENTS WILL BE SIZED FOR TAP SHOES AND MUST PURCHASE SEPARATE TAPS TO BE PUT ONTO THE SHOES
**YOU MAY CHOOSE TO GO TO KIRBY'S SHOE REPAIR TO HAVE THEM PUT ON (823 LINDEN AVENUE)
Dancewear:
  • Black leotard ​
  • Dance pants/booty shorts
  • Hair pulled back neatly, away from face

Boys

Boys should wear athletic shorts or pants and a t-shirt. Solid black or white is preferred. 
Shoes:
  • Black A2J tap shoes (purchased and sized in the lobby at the front desk)

Dress Code Policy

A2J has strict guidelines with regards to shoes and attire permitted at each level in the classroom. Consult the A2J Crew Handbook for guidelines or contact the studio with any specific questions. We have a team store where shoes and dance attire can be purchased. ​