TapClasses in Baton Rouge

Tap at Tari’s builds rhythm, timing, musicality, and the ability to create clear, confident sound. Young dancers begin in combo classes and progress to dedicated tap training for older and more experienced dancers.

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Starting age Tap in combos from age 2

Class levels Combo classes and Advanced Tap I–IV

Placement Age, ability & maturity

Location 9166 Perkins Road

Tap technique and musicality

Tap dancers learn to create clear rhythms through footwork while developing a deeper understanding of counts and musicality through music theory. Classes strengthen both the mental and physical sides of the art form—students train their ears and minds to interpret rhythms, then carry that understanding into coordination, balance, speed, and precision through steps, combinations, and choreography.

Training progresses from ballet-and-tap combos to dedicated tap levels. Advanced Tap IV provides advanced instruction for Teen and Senior Company dancers.

Tap classes by age and level

Tap II and III have overlapping age ranges. Ask the studio about placement.

Age

Class

Training

Performance

Ages 2–6

Ballet & tap combos

Ballet and tap, grouped for ages 2, 3–4, and 5–6.

Recital class

Ages 7–8

Ballet, jazz & tap combo

Tap technique alongside ballet and an introduction to jazz.

Recital class

Ages 9–11

Advanced Tap I

One hour of tap technique, rhythm, timing, and choreography.

Recital class

Ages 12–13

Advanced Tap II

More intricate combinations, musicality, and precision.

Recital class

Ages 12+

Advanced Tap III

Advanced steps, speed, clarity, and performance quality.

Recital class

Company only

Advanced Tap IV

Advanced tap training for Teen and Senior Company dancers.

Recital class

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MEET OUR

Tap Faculty

Our experienced tap instructors are dedicated to helping each dancer reach their potential through expert training and personal attention.

Meet our faculty
Portrait of Sarah Broekhoven
Sarah Broekhoven
“I’ve watched her confidence grow, her technique improve, and her passion for dance become stronger.”
Catherine Chachere · Tari’s parent

Tap class FAQs

Can a beginner start tap?

Young beginners learn tap in age-grouped combo classes. For older beginners, contact the studio to discuss training background and the appropriate starting class.

What tap shoes and clothing are required?

Advanced Tap classes require black lace-up tap shoes with a hard sole and form-fitting black dancewear. Younger combo classes use tan tap shoes and should follow their age-group dress code.

Do tap classes perform in the recital?

Dedicated tap classes prepare a tap routine for the annual recital. Ages 3-4, 5-6, and 7-8 combo classes and all Advanced Tap classes perform a tap dance in the recital.

Why do Advanced Tap II and Advanced Tap III have overlapping ages?

Tap II is for ages 12–13 and Tap III is for ages 12+. Final placement is determined by the instructor based on the dancer’s age, ability, and maturity.

Who can take Advanced Tap IV?

Tap IV is exclusively for Teen and Senior Company dancers. It complements their competitive training with advanced tap technique and choreography.

Where can I find class times and tuition?

View the current schedule for class times. Contact the studio to confirm tuition, availability, and placement before enrolling.

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225.767.4495 9166 Perkins Road · Baton Rouge

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