Evening Classes Summer 2019
The Heights
Claire School of Dance
Grace United Methodist Church
1245 Heights Blvd.
Houston, Texas 77008
Introductory Tap CONFIRMED
Thursdays 7-8pm | June 6- Aug 1 (no class July 4)
(Four consecutive-week term also available)
INSTRUCTOR: Sara Draper | LEVEL: Absolute beginner
This class is for absolute beginners, even if this is your first dance class ever. It is also a methodical review of fundamentals for those returning to tap dance after a very long break. A brand new session of weekly classes will introduce fun-loving adults who have always wanted to tap dance to the fundamentals, so you can begin fulfilling your dream now!
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Fast Beginning Tap I CONFIRMED
Tuesdays 8-9pm | June 4 - July 23
INSTRUCTOR: Sara Draper | LEVEL: Introductory Tap & up
The next step after Intro, here tappers learn two long combinations and a dance number to help practice skills and basic steps including soft shoe, waltz clog, and more. Reinforcing and continuing from the Introductory level, this energizing course allows you to really get the basics under your belt and to learn a dance routine. It prepares you to shuffle up to the next level! This summer's course will quickly review the first half of the course material, and then complete all the routines.
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Beginning Tap II OPEN
Thursdays 8-9pm | June 6- Aug 1 (no class July 4)
INSTRUCTOR: Sara Draper | LEVEL: Beginning I & up
You are ready for this level after mastering the Beginning I Tap material. Now that you’ve got the swing of things, this class expands and improves your repertoire of steps and routines. Most students continue at this level for almost a year. Here, you get grounded in excellent technique required before progressing to the Intermediate level. From backwards moves to time steps and fast footwork, you’ll be dancing steps that you’ve seen in Hollywood movies and Broadway shows!
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Intermediate Tap CONFIRMED
Tuesdays 7-8pm | June 4 - July 23
INSTRUCTOR: Sara Draper| LEVEL: Beginning II & up
After spending two or more terms in Beginning II mastering backwards moves, fun routines, and meticulous technique, you are now ready for this faster paced class. A variety of time steps, complex footwork, and fascinating rhythms will keep you coming back for more. Your repertory of tap routines keeps expanding here.
All-Level TapAerobics CONFIRMED
Wednesdays 7:30-8:30 pm | June 5 – July 24
(Four consecutive-week terms also available.)
INSTRUCTORS: Liz Sample
LEVEL: Intro Tap & up
What more fun way is there to get a cardio work-out than by tap dancing with fellow tap-lovers? Enjoy one hour of non-stop tap dancing to great music in this class favorite. Whether you’re fresh out of the 8-Week Introductory Tap level, or you are an advanced tapper, you can do the routines at your own level. Stretches are included for balanced muscle toning. Remember to bring your towel and water bottle.(Can't commit to eight weeks? Students may enroll in a four consecutive-week term either in June or July.)