Beginning Tap (ages 6-10)

Sonoma Community Center, 276 East Napa Street, Sonoma, CA 95476

Performing ArtsSocial Skills

Date: Mondays, January 13 – March 10, 2025

Exceptions: January 20, February 17, 2025

Dance Recital: Sunday, March 16, 2025

Recital Location: Andrews Hall, Sonoma Community Center

Costume: A $50 costume is included in the registration fee for you to keep.

Discover the joy of tap dancing in our Beginner Tap Dance class, designed for children aged 6 to 10 years! This class introduces students to the fundamentals of tap dance while fostering rhythm, coordination, and confidence in a fun and supportive environment. Dancers will learn foundational steps such as shuffles, flaps, and cramp rolls, building towards simple combinations and routines. Through engaging exercises and dynamic music, students will develop timing, musicality, and precision.

Perfect for beginners or those with some experience, this class encourages creativity and self-expression while building essential dance skills. Step into the world of tap and let the rhythm move you!

No prior experience required—just bring your tap shoes and enthusiasm to dance!

Recital on Sunday, March 16th. More info on recital soon.

SUPPLY LIST: Tap shoes of any color and style, Comfortable clothing to move in or dancewear such as leotards, skirts, skirted leotards and tights (with shoes) of any color or style. Please no tutus or pajamas in class. Hair pulled off face. Dress in layers as it can go from chilly to warm fast! Being dressed and ready for class is part of the experience and encourages focus and participation. You can find tap shoes at Discount Dance Supply.com , Amazon, Capezio.com, and Bloch.com and sometimes Target for Kid’s sizes. Any color and style will do. Not necessary for the first class, may wear hard soled shoes.

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Cancellation Policy

We ask that you notify us at least 10 days in advance of a class if you need to cancel your registration. You may cancel by phone or email and we will gladly offer you a refund or credit toward a future class. If you cancel with less than 10 business days notice, we will not be able to provide a full refund. A flat cancellation fee of $15 will be charged to cover the transaction fee.

Sometimes, the Sonoma Community Center has to cancel a class due to low enrollment or unforeseen circumstances, such as a natural disaster or health emergency. If this happens and we do not offer a reschedule date, you will be refunded 100% of your registration fee(minus the payment processing and services fee), or credit towards a future class. If we are able to offer a reschedule date but you are unable to make the new date, we will gladly offer credit towards a future class.

All credits must be used within 1 year. As a reminder, if you do not feel well please stay home for the class or session. If you would like a refund, please contact [email protected]

Location

Sonoma Community Center, 276 East Napa Street, CA 95476

Sonoma Community Center

Since its founding in 1952, the purpose of the Sonoma Community Center has been to build community by offering opportunities for Sonomans to connect, learn, and grow – together. We envision a campus where people of all ages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, language backgrounds, artistic talents, income levels, interests, and more feel not just welcome, but at home. A place where everyone finds something to suit their needs.

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