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YOUTH PROGRAMS

ATDF youth programs, for children and teens, teach students about America’s own indigenous art form – Tap. Our distinguished faculty shares their knowledge of the artistry and history of tap with each student in a fun, safe and supportive environment.

	Youth Programs 2010-11 (Sept, 2010-June, 2011) Tap City Youth Ensemble exciting performance opportunities for ages 11 - 18. All Classes held at:  American Tap Dance Center 154 Christopher Street #2B (between Greenwich & Washington Streets)

Fall 2009-Spring 2010 Schedule (subject to change)

• Take a FREE trial class before you register!

• Advanced Technique & Adult/Teen Beginner and Adv. Beg:  open for drop-ins, term registration encouraged.
• All Youth Beginner & Repertory classes yearly registration required.

To sign up, please visit: Registration Form

Scholarships for Youth classes are available through the Gregory Hines Youth Scholarship Fund. 

Visit Scholarships for a downloadable application. 

For more information contact us at shebach@atdf.org  or call the ATDF at 646-230-9564

What makes our classes different?
The ATDF classes offer children and teens a chance to become immersed in tap culture.  Classes focus on the fundamentals of rhythm tap, including clean technique, classic and contemporary tap repertory, and improvisation skills. Tap history, films, jazz music, and special guests deepen students' appreciation of this great American art form. 

Class descriptions:

Creative Rhythms Pre-Tap for 31/2 to 4 year olds is a fun, 45 minute creative movement class.  Through rhythm, music and movement games, children develop motor coordination and build towards tap dance basics.

Beginning Tap Classes for ages 5 through teens:  Beginning 1A, 1B, & 1C are for dancers with no tap experience or less than one to two years continuous tap training.  Beginning 2 and 3 are for students with one to three years tap training.  Classes start with the basics and build solid tap technique in a fun and supportive environment.  Exercises, improvisation skills, and simple combinations give a foundation for learning tap repertory in higher levels.  Students are placed according to tap level, age and motor skills.

Repertory Classes levels I though V are for students ages 8 to teen who have mastered beginning tap skills and are ready to learn tap repertory.  Students progress through five levels of tap technique, improvisation skills and classic and contemporary repertory passed down from a rich tap legacy.

Intermediate & Advanced Technique for Teens and Adults is taught by a roster of master teachers with a focus on technique, rudiments, repertory and honing advanced rhythm tap skills.

See Adult Program Page

Absolute Beginner , Beginner & Advanced Beginner for Teens & Adults: See Adult Program Page

Tap City Youth Ensemble: See TCYE Page

Adult Classes and Intensives: See Adult Program Page

ATDF YOUTH PROGAM

HOLIDAYS & IMPORTANT DATES

Classes meet every week except for the holidays listed below.

Schedule subject to change.

Join us at Tap City, the New York City Tap Festival in July.

YOUTH PROGRAM TUITION & FEES:

About the fees:

Concert Fee:  The Spring Concert features the students in ATDF classes.  All students who plan to perform in the Spring Concert pay the $75 Concert Fee.  Pre-Tap students do not perform in the Concert and do not pay the fee. The fee covers a simple costume, rental of the auditorium, hiring musicians and professional guest artist, technical requirements and tickets for family and friends. 

Registration Fee:

$40 for single student

$50 for family

(Register before July 15, 2009 and save $5)

Discounts:

Family Registration Fee (one fee for all siblings):  $50

Sibling discount:  $60 off total for each additional sibling

2nd & 3rd class per week discount:  $60 off total for 2nd class/week

Take a free trial class before you register

Tuition Due Dates:

Continuing Students:  tuition and fees due on 1st day of class

New Students:  tuition and fees due before 2nd class

Payment plan due dates:  Week of Sep 20, Jan 4, Mar 22

Scholarships for Youth classes:

Available through the Gregory Hines Youth Scholarship Fund.

Visit Scholarships for a downloadable application. 

Payment Plan Option (3 payments due Sept, Jan & Mar):

Indicate on the registration form if you are selecting the 3-Installment Payment Plan Option.  The Registrar will send you a Payment Plan Agreement.

Late payment fee:  $20 charge on installment payments over 30 days late.

For more information contact us at shebach@atdf.org  or call the ATDF at 646-230-9564