Tap

What is Tap?

Tap dance is a style of dance that is characterized by using the sounds of tap shoes striking the floor as a form of percussion. The sound is made by the shoes, which have a metal "tap" on the heel and toe of each shoe. There are several forms of tap dance such as rhythm, classical, Broadway, and post-modern. The goal of this genre is to create rhythmic sounds. 

Requirements

AGE 2+ YEARS
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Shoes:

• Recreational: Black A2J tap shoes (purchased and sized in the lobby at the front desk)
• Competition: Black A2J tap shoes (purchased and sized in the lobby at the front desk)

Dancewear:

• Black leotard ​
• Dance pants/booty shorts
• Hair pulled back neatly, away from face in a ponytail

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.