The Challenge
TapVibe Challenge is an all-tap competition! We are proud to provide tap dancers with the chance to showcase their talent on a magnificent full-size O’Mara wood stage, alongside a distinguished judging panel of tap dance professionals.
Routine Sizes
- Solo
- Duo/Trio
- Small Group
- Large Group
- Line
- Production
Age Divisions
- Nuggets 6-8 Years Old
- Minis 9-10 Years Old
- Juniors 11-12 Years Old
- Teens 13-14 Years Old
- Seniors 15-19 Years Old
All Tap!
- Professional O’Mara sprung wood floors
- Professionally mic’d floors
- Feedback from master tap educators
- High quality photo/video of your routine
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Studio & Teacher Incentives!
- Scholarships and awards
- Priceless feedback for your students from experienced tap professionals
- Pro classes at TAPapalooza for you to hone your skills and bring them to your classroom
In addition to TapVibe, convention classes with renowned instructors will be held for a tap packed weekend you don’t want to miss! With courses for all age levels including classes for ages 6+ to adults, TAPapalooza is a fun and educational day of all tap for beginners to professionals.
NUGGETS
Limited to 3 classes, this trac is focused on the younger tap dancer looking for further instruction on how to improve their skills. Our faculty for Nuggets is hand selected and proficient at teaching this age group.
- Typical age 6-9 year olds
- 1-3 years experience
INTERMEDIATE
These classes are for the dancers with at least a few years of training who are confident enough in their skills to start learning harder combinations but at a slower pace.
- Typical age 9-14 year olds
- 3+ years experience
INT/ADVANCED
For those ready to take on complex combinations at a quick pace with expected knowledge of moves and tricks. These dancers should be proficient but not quite advanced level.
- Typical age 12+
- 5+ years experience
ADVANCED
Advanced dancers in this trac will be moving quickly through intricate combos. Dancers should be confident in tap improv and working with various time signatures while they continue to hone the skills to master these techniques.
- Typical age 14+
- At least 6+ experience
PRO
For the true tap professional, these classes are for those ready to take on the challenge of working with our top instructors. Get ready to sweat, because this trac will keep you moving non-stop and sure to impress.
- At least 8+ years experience