Beginner
Classes for Children
New beginner tap dancing class for children 5 to 7 years. This is a beginner class wanting to learn tap dancing. We also offer a class for Tap Grade 1 for ages 8 and up. We offer classes in NZAMD original syllabus work and NZAMD American Tap is also available for students who wish to add a regular exam class to their repertoire and would like to try the American style syllabus. The syllabus choreographed by Keith Clifton Los Angeles, is modern and fun and an excellent way to kick up those tap shoes.
Exam sessions are typically in early November. You may also choose to perform your exam dance in local competitions (not a requirement, just an opportunity).
Private
Competition Tap Lessons
These lessons are primarily with Denise, but can include Jess, Inese & Talia. Positions are by invitation only. Lessons are typically 30 minutes long and dancers learn solo work for local competitions. Generally, a dancer begins with a tap solo, then a song and dance solo and can work through a variety of dance styles as they grow and develop their repertoire. Some at home practise is required, as the lessons are ‘one on one’ and a high level of motivation and passion helps an individual dancer flourish and improve their skills. It is also best if the primary support parent is present at the lessons. Costumes are required for competitions. A variety of options are available including second-hand costumes through my parent list, Weissman online costumes and custom-made costumes by Christine Wedlake or your own dress maker.
Competition
NZAMD Exams
Each year competition students also sit an NZAMD examination. We teach NZAMD Original Tap pre-primary to Advanced and Solo Seal and for more advanced students American Tap.
We also offer NZAMD American Jazz.