Tap Classes for Kids and Adults
Make the music with your feet. Classes for kids and adults, no experience needed.
In tap, your feet are the instrument. Dancers learn timing, coordination and musicality while making rhythms of their own.
Where to start
- Ages 4 and 5: the Ballet and Tap Combo.
- Ages 6 to 8: Tap 1 teaches the fundamentals.
- Ages 9 to 12: Tap 2 moves on to more intricate combinations.
- Adults: Adult Tap needs no experience and is good low-impact exercise. The recital is optional.
What to wear: fitted dancewear and black oxford tap shoes, with hair secured.
Try a class first. Your first class is free. Call us at (260) 740-8737 to set it up.
Hit The Floor Dance Studio is in Churubusco, on US-33, with families coming from Fort Wayne, Huntertown, Columbia City, Albion, Angola, Garrett and LaOtto.
Classes and times
Combo: Ballet/Tap
Recreational | Thursday | 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm
Combo: Ballet & Tap (Ages 4 to 5) Our Ballet & Tap Combo class gives young dancers the opportunity to experience two exciting styles of dance in one fun-filled class. Ballet helps dancers develop balance, coordination, flexibility, posture, and graceful movement, while tap introduces rhythm, timing, musicality, and confidence through sound and movement. Together, these styles provide a well-rounded dance education while keeping classes engaging and age appropriate for young learners. Designed specifically for ages 4 and 5, this class encourages creativity, builds self-confidence, and helps children strengthen important classroom skills such as listening, following directions, and working with others. As dancers grow throughout the season, they develop a love for movement while building the foundation for future dance training in a positive and encouraging environment. Our Ballet & Tap Combo class is a wonderful choice for children who are ready to explore different styles of dance while having fun and making new friends. Dancers in this class also have the exciting opportunity to perform in both our Winter Showcase and our End of Season Recital, giving them the chance to celebrate their progress and shine on stage.
Tap 1
Recreational | Monday | 6:30 pm - 7:15 pm
Tap 1 (Ages 6 to 8) Our Tap 1 class introduces dancers ages 6 to 8 to the exciting world of rhythm and sound. Through fun, upbeat music and engaging combinations, dancers learn the fundamentals of tap while developing timing, coordination, balance, musicality, and footwork. Students are introduced to foundational tap vocabulary and techniques as they begin creating rhythms with their feet in a positive and encouraging environment. Throughout the season, dancers strengthen their listening skills, memory, concentration, and confidence while learning to match movement with music. Tap is a wonderful way to improve coordination and rhythm, skills that benefit dancers in many other styles as well. As students grow, they also develop stage presence, teamwork, and a sense of accomplishment with each new skill they master. Tap 1 is a great class for children who enjoy music, movement, and making rhythm come to life. Dancers in this class have the exciting opportunity to perform in both our Winter Showcase and our End of Season Recital, giving them the chance to showcase their progress and create lasting memories on stage.
Tap 2
Recreational | Monday | 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm
Tap 2 (Ages 9 to 12) Our Tap 2 class is designed for dancers ages 9 to 12 who are ready to continue developing their tap technique while building confidence and musicality. Through upbeat music and engaging combinations, dancers strengthen rhythm, timing, coordination, balance, and footwork while expanding their tap vocabulary and learning more intricate patterns and combinations. Each class encourages precision, creativity, and a deeper understanding of how movement and music work together. Throughout the season, dancers improve their listening skills, memory, coordination, and performance quality while developing discipline, perseverance, and confidence. Tap helps students become stronger musicians by teaching them to create rhythms with their feet, making it a unique and rewarding style of dance that benefits dancers in many other genres. Tap 2 is an excellent class for dancers who enjoy energetic movement, rhythmic challenges, and expressing themselves through music. Dancers in this class have the exciting opportunity to perform in both our Winter Showcase and our End of Season Recital, giving them the opportunity to showcase their progress and create lasting memories on stage.
Adult Tap
Recreational | Thursday | 7:15 pm - 8:00 pm
Whether you've always wanted to learn tap or you're looking to rediscover a childhood passion, our Adult Tap class is the perfect place to start. Designed for adults of all experience levels, this class offers a fun, welcoming, and relaxed atmosphere where you can learn at your own pace. No previous dance experience is required. We'll focus on basic tap technique, rhythm, musicality, coordination, and combinations while building confidence and having fun. Whether you're stepping into a dance studio for the first time or returning after many years, you'll feel right at home. Our goal is to provide an encouraging environment where adults can enjoy movement, make new friends, and experience the joy of dancing without the pressure of perfection. Dancers also have the opportunity to perform in our annual recital, but participation is completely optional. Class Highlights • Relaxed and supportive environment• No dance experience required• Learn tap fundamentals and rhythm• Improve coordination, balance, and memory• Great low impact exercise for adults• Optional annual recital performance• Build confidence while having fun If you're looking for an adult tap class near Churubusco, Fort Wayne, Columbia City, Huntertown, Albion, or the surrounding communities, Hit The Floor Dance Studio offers a welcoming place to learn, stay active, meet new friends, and enjoy the rhythm of dance—whether you're a beginner or have years of experience.
Ready to dance?
Your first class is free.