Tap Class

Name: Tap Class
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The dancer’s foot and shoe essentially act as a drum, and each part of the shoe makes a particular beat and sound. We train our dancers to be versatile and highly recommend tap classes.

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Duration

1 Hour

Course Details

Tap dance originated in the USA as a cross between African and Irish American dance forms. Tap is a unique style of dance involving specific and rapid footwork.

The dancer’s foot and shoe essentially act as a drum, and each part of the shoe makes a particular beat and sound. We train our dancers to be versatile and highly recommend tap classes.

Our adult classes are a fantastic way to exercise and meet new friends. With modern music and teaching styles we offer stretching and cardio so you will leave feeling energised and fabulous. If you are a tapper you will love our Thursday tap class.

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Correct dance attire is essential for all classes

Professional classes in Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Acrobatics, Musical Theatre, Singing, Contemporary, Performing Arts and Acting.

Sheridan's Studio 1 is a professional Performing Arts training academy preparing young dancers for a career in the professional entertainment industry. Fully equipped studio operates 6 days per week with fully qualified teachers.

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Molendinar Branch

Sheridan’s Studio 1 18/345 Southport Nerang Rd Ashmore, Molendinar, Gold Coast

Teacher's Name
Gailene
Teacher's Experience
Gailene Colson-Howe has been a teacher at Sheridan’s Studio 1 since 2001. Formerly, she was the owner and director of one of Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs largest and most successful dance schools for 17 years. Before opening her own studio in 1985 Gailene danced professionally in many shows, corporate events and fashion shows and backed singers of the 80’s such as Jackie Love, Danny La Rue and Simon Gallaher. She also performed in many corporate events for the Swanettes and Rockettes and was contracted as a ‘dance model’ for Westfield and Myer. Gailene is extremely knowledgeable and experienced in all genres of performing arts including classical ballet (fully registered RAD teacher for 30 years) and has mentored numerous students on the RAD teaching certificate program and Certificate IV in dance teaching and management. She has achieved tremendous results in coaching and choreographing both individuals and groups in all genres for competitions both on stage and TV. Having adjudicated dance eisteddfods and competitions, Gailene is passionate about her career in dance and is extremely proud of all the students she has taught who are now working in ballet companies, feature films, cruise ships, musicals, overseas contracts and running their own dance schools.
Gender
Female
Teacher's Nationality
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