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Learn the basic steps & moves in tap dancing in these free online video dance lessons, including tips on how to tap dance, shuffles & flap, heel & toe footwork.
There are 15 videos in this series:
Learn how to do the basic shuffle move in tap dancing in this free video dance lesson for beginners.
Learn how to do the basic flap move in tap dancing in this free video dance lesson for beginners.
Learn how to do the basic shuffle step move in tap dancing in this free video dance lesson for beginners.
Learn how to do the basic heel flap move in tap dancing in this free video dance lesson for beginners.
Learn how to do the basic shuffle hop move in tap dancing in this free video dance lesson for beginners.
Learn how to do the basic shuffle hop step move in tap dancing in this free video dance lesson for beginners.
Learn how to do the basic ball change move in tap dancing in this free video dance lesson for beginners.
Learn how to do the basic toe techniques in tap dancing in this free video dance lesson for beginners.
Learn how to do the basic shuffle toe step move in tap dancing in this free video dance lesson for beginners.
Learn how to do the basic heel dig move in tap dancing in this free video dance lesson for beginners.
Learn how to do basic flaps with alternating feet in tap dancing in this free video dance lesson for beginners.
Learn how to do the basic flap heel, toe heel move in tap dancing in this free video dance lesson for beginners.
Learn how to do the basic shuffle toe, shuffle step move in tap dancing in this free video dance lesson for beginners.
Learn how to maintain the proper body posture in tap dancing in this free video dance lesson for beginners.
Learn how to do basic practice routines in tap dancing in this free video dance lesson for beginners.
The rhythmic foot stomping we call tap dancing emerged in the 1830’s from a blend of cultures in Manhattan’s original melting pot, the Five Points neighborhood (recently depicted in Scorsese’s film Gangs of New York.) Essentially a blend of African shuffle and Irish jig, tap dance became extremely popular in the first half of the 20th century. The metal plates attached to the bottom of the dancer’s shoes create a percussive rhythm which could either accompany music, or be used as an instrument itself. This popular form of entertainment soon found its way from amateur street performances, to Vaudeville, Broadway, and eventually film and television, where millions were inspired by the moves of Sammy Davis, Jr., Gregory Hines, Fred Astaire, and Gene Kelly.
A recent resurgence of tap enthusiasm came in the 90’s with the infusion of new dancers, such as Savion Glover, who began to incorporate a more personal style into their performances, and essentially made tap dancing “cool” again.
In this free video dance class, learn how to tap dance as an absolute beginner. An experienced tap dancer will walk you through the most basic steps you need to know to get started. Lessons include steps like the shuffle move and the ball change, as well as basic toe techniques, tap dancing postures, and a practice routine.
Dani Rhodes Dani Rhodes is a professional actress, singer, dancer & musician, based in New York City. She also teaches all of the above throughout New York. Ms. Rhodes is a proud member of Actors Equity Association and has starred in countless musicals and show tours all over the United States. She is presently in production on her debut album. You may contact and see/hear more of Dani at http://youtube.com/danirhodesdkdk
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