What is the legacy of the genre/form/style you are teaching?

Tap dancing began as an answer to the horrors of colonial enslavement…with no musical instruments, Irish and West African slaves turned to their own feet to create rhythms and percussion while pulling movement and technique from traditional tribal and cultural dances. Sounds were initially made with wooden soles, then pennies and bottle caps, finally becoming the modern metal plates screwed to the ball and heel of the shoes. These dances made their way to minstrel and vaudeville shows, eventually transforming into the broadway and rhythm style tap dancing we know today.

What can students expect from this class?

Classes teach Broadway style tap and focus on repetitive technique to encourage muscle memory and the confidence to create clear sounds. Inclusion is a priority so that all students feel welcome. Classes are “drop-in”, meaning you may join any week and there’s no “semester” commitment. Past steps are always reviewed with the introduction of 1 or 2 new steps or combos each class. Similar to a yoga class, students work at their own individual levels and build up skill at their own pace. Beginners will feel comfortable regardless of when they join.

How can students learn more?

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tappinwithtina

Registration:

Google Form: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1s7FciLnpLJp-QVk4LY_GQTsasuoJ3P9sHRI8LtbSQu0/edit?usp=sharing

Cost of Class

SATURDAY BEG. 1&2: $12 for tap 1 (60 minutes, 12:30pm-1:30pm); $16 for combined level 1 & 2 full 90 minute class (12:30pm-2:00pm)

MONDAYS: $15; 5 ($75) & 10 ($140) class passes available

Contact Information

How can students learn more?

Website: capoeiramdp.com

Registration:

capoeiramdp.wodify.com

Cost of Class

Drop-in: $20 | 10 Class Punch Card: $150 (Valid for 60 days)

Contact Information

Guthemberg Teixeira (Professor Chuvisco): 857 – 230 – 9139; mdpchuvisco@gmail.com; www.capoeiramdp.com

What is the legacy of the genre/form/style you are teaching?

Tap dancing began as an answer to the horrors of colonial enslavement…with no musical instruments, Irish and West African slaves turned to their own feet to create rhythms and percussion while pulling movement and technique from traditional tribal and cultural dances. Sounds were initially made with wooden soles, then pennies and bottle caps, finally becoming the modern metal plates screwed to the ball and heel of the shoes. These dances made their way to minstrel and vaudeville shows, eventually transforming into the broadway and rhythm style tap dancing we know today.

What can students expect from this class?

Classes teach Broadway style tap and focus on repetitive technique to encourage muscle memory and the confidence to create clear sounds. Inclusion is a priority so that all students feel welcome. Classes are “drop-in”, meaning you may join any week and there’s no “semester” commitment. Past steps are always reviewed with the introduction of 1 or 2 new steps or combos each class. Similar to a yoga class, students work at their own individual levels and build up skill at their own pace. Beginners will feel comfortable regardless of when they join.

How can students learn more?

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tappinwithtina

Registration:

Google Form: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1s7FciLnpLJp-QVk4LY_GQTsasuoJ3P9sHRI8LtbSQu0/edit?usp=sharing

Cost of Class

SATURDAY BEG. 1&2: $12 for tap 1 (60 minutes, 12:30pm-1:30pm); $16 for combined level 1 & 2 full 90 minute class (12:30pm-2:00pm)

MONDAYS: $15; 5 ($75) & 10 ($140) class passes available

Contact Information