Jazz/Tap Level 1

About this event

Age group: 5-8 years old. This dynamic introductory class offers young dancers a well-rounded foundation in both jazz and tap techniques, fostering essential skills for future performing arts study. Students will explore rhythm, musicality, and coordination through basic tap steps (heel drops, shuffles, toe taps), while building strength, flexibility, and expressive movement through beginner jazz vocabulary (kicks, turns, isolations, traveling steps). The class structure encourages focus, spatial awareness, and body control—key components of early dance education. Throughout the year, students will also prepare choreographed pieces for performance, gaining valuable experience in stage presence, memorization, and teamwork. This combination of technique and creative expression builds confidence and a love of learning in the dance studio and on stage. No prior experience required. This class serves as an excellent preparation for more advanced jazz, tap, or musical theater training.