Dust off those tap shoes... you still GOT it, Baby! (Especially if you still have your shoes ;) This class will remind you of what you thought you forgot, or teach you some tricks to remember. Taught by Barry Thomas, a retired (not so retired) professional tapper... don't ask him how long he's been teaching tap in Atlanta (because it's for longer than he will admit ;)
There’s never a wrong time to lace up a tap shoe! Tap Basics is perfect for those looking to expand their rhythm experience in a fun, relaxed, no-stress environment. Learn to: Shuffle, flap, pull back, buffalo wing, Suzie Q, Shirley Temple, Cincinnati Flam, Bombershay, Criss Cross double Cramp roll and Irish Flap. If you have no idea what you just read, you're in the right class! Also great for the student with “an idea” of tap and/or graduate of our Intro to Tap Workshop.
Have dreams of being the next Gene Kelly? Dive into your tap dance history with this unique repertoire class. Recommended for rhythm tappers and show tappers alike. This class moves at a moderate pace, catering to the strong beginner-intermediate/adv student. We will learn original repertoire ranging anywhere from the Vaudeville style of Fred Astaire, the elegance of The Nicholas Brothers, and of course, the excitement of Original Broadway Choreography.
Tap into the whimsical choreographic imagination of longtime Atlanta Tap Master Barry Thomas. You might not have lived in Atlanta long enough to know about Barry's iconic dance career. But, no matter! If you're looking for a beautifully crafted intermediate level tap class, inspired by years of wisdom and knowledge, here it is. The emphasis in this class is to create rhythmic combinations at an Intermediate pace while building considerable choreographic vocabulary and skills.
