Our Mini Movers Tap Dance Class is a lively and engaging introduction to the exciting world of tap dance - perfect for children aged 5-8 years!

This beginner friendly class is designed to help young dancers explore rhythm, timing and musicality through fun and structured tap routines, games and technique work!

What We’ll Be Working On:

🎶 Rhythm & Timing:
Children will learn to create different rhythms with their feet, developing timing & musical phrasing!

👣 Basic Tap Steps:
We will introduce key beginner steps including:
- Toe Taps
- Shuffles
- Ball Beats
And more…

🧠 Patterning & Memory:
Students will begin to learn how to remember and repeat short movement phrases, building towards choreographed routines!

🎶 Musicality & Listening Skills:
Through fun rhythm games and call-and-response exercises, children will start to feel and respond to different tempos and styles of music!

🌟 Performance Skills:
We will work on posture, confidence and expressive movement to help dancers shine both on stage and in everyday life - with opportunities to perform at our annual shows, recitals and community events!

Class Uniform:
- SBDC Purple T-shirt
- Black leggings

Footwear:
Tap shoes with both toe and heel taps are great, but not required for 2 week trials! Students can begin in ballet shoes, jazz shoes or trainers for 2 week trials and early sessions. Tap shoes can be added as they settle into class.