Adult Tap

Adult Tap Classes

Tap dance is a rhythmic and energetic style that combines movement, musicality, and sound. Using the feet as an instrument, dancers learn to create rhythms and patterns while developing coordination, balance, timing, and musical awareness. Tap is both mentally and physically engaging, making it a fun and rewarding way to challenge the body and mind while exploring the joy of making music through movement.

At Gulf Coast Dancenter, our adult tap program offers two levels to meet dancers where they are in their journey. Whether you are stepping into tap shoes for the first time, returning after years away, or looking to continue building your technique, our classes provide a welcoming and supportive environment for adult dancers. With an emphasis on strong tap fundamentals, rhythm, musicality, and clear progression, dancers can build confidence and skills while enjoying the energy and community of dancing together.

Scroll down to find your perfect class and level!

Cost

Drop in Rate is $24 per class.

10 Class Punch card is $200 (makes each class $20), does not expire and can be used on any of the adult classes except for the Intro Series.

First Time Attending

If this is your first time coming to Gulf Coast Dancenter, here is a quick run down for arrival…

Location:

    • We are located in the corner of the plaza, nestled between the bakery and fabric shop.  We have our signage on the front door.
    • 2480 E Bay Dr Ste B8, Largo, FL 33771

How to attend a class:

    • Arrive 5-10 mins early.
    • Stop by front desk to check in.
    • If you are NEW please let the front desk know so that you can fill out our simple blue adult intake form.  
    • Next, notify the receptionist which class you plan to take and pay class fee or have them mark your punch card.  You do not pre-register for a class prior to arrival except for the Intro Series.
    • Use the restroom before class if needed.
    • Settle in and get excited for a great class.

What to Wear

Attire:

We want you to be comfortable and confident, so here is what we suggest:

    • Fitness attire.  Bottoms and tops that you can easily move in.  Jeans are not suggest even if loose.
    • Tap shoes

    Recommendations:

      • It is highly recommended to buy your shoes at a dance store.  There you can try on many different brands and sizes allowing you the best fit.
      • We do recommend Oxford style tap shoes.  You can wear heel tap shoes but they are more difficult to tap in.  Many musical theater performances require performing tap in heels so they are allowed, but if this is not your goal then an oxford tap shoe is best.

    Dance Store Near Us:

      • New Attitudes Dancewear
      • 13002 Seminole Blvd #2, Largo 33778
      • 727-586-0447
      • Located in Largo, FL across the street from the Largo Mall.
      • The owner, Meagan, has been wonderful in supplying dance wear and shoes for our adult dancers and makes you feel comfortable when shopping.
      • New Attitudes Dancewear Website

    Adult Tap 1 (Beginner)

    Beginner Adult Tap is a class designed for adults who are new to tap or have limited previous tap experience. This class introduces the fundamental steps, sounds, rhythms, and terminology of tap dance while helping dancers develop coordination, musicality, balance, and confidence.

    Students will learn how to create clear sounds, understand basic rhythm patterns, and begin connecting steps into combinations. New skills are introduced progressively and reinforced through repetition, giving dancers time to understand both the movement and the musicality behind it.

    Whether you are trying tap for the first time or returning after many years away, this class offers a welcoming and supportive environment where adults can learn at a comfortable pace while enjoying the rhythm, energy, and fun of tap dance.

    Adult Tap 1 Class:

      • Tuesdays at 6-7pm
    Adult beginner tap dancer ready for class. This picture shows you a great option on what to wear to a tap class.

    Adult Tap 2 (Intermediate/Advanced)

    Adult Tap 2 is designed for intermediate and advanced adult tappers who are ready to build on their existing tap technique while challenging their musicality, coordination, and speed.

    Class focuses on refining tap technique, developing clarity and precision of sound, and exploring more complex rhythms, patterns, and footwork. Dancers will also learn a fun combination that brings these skills together, challenging both your feet and your brain while building confidence and performance quality.

    With a mix of technique and choreography, Tap 2 is a fun, fast-moving class for experienced tappers who want to keep learning, stay challenged, and enjoy dancing in a supportive adult environment.

    Adult Tap 2 Class:

      • Tuesdays at 7-8pm
    Intermediate adult tap dancer

    Meet the Teacher

    Elizabeth Morgan's headshot. She is an instructor of jazz and tap at Gulf Coast Dancenter.

    Elizabeth Morgan - Adult Tap Instructor

    Elizabeth Morgan is a Tampa Bay Area native, where she was thrilled to develop a love for the arts while training with Harmony Studios, Florida West Ballet, Bay City Ballet, and St Petersburg City Ballet. After growing up with a passion for ballet, followed by a career in Theatre performance, Elizabeth spent the last decade teaching students of all ages in dance and musical theatre, with many of her students going on to the best Universities in the nation for the performing arts, and then on to fabulous careers in the industry. She has directed and choreographed dozens of children’s productions, with a specified eye for creating stunning visuals on stage.

    Elizabeth has performed in/served as dance captain in many professional regional theatre productions, including A Funny Thing…Forum, South Pacific, Curtains, and more. She spent many years at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay as a dancer and stage manager, and has also toured with Stages Productions, performing children’s theatre productions at The Straz Center, The Broward Center for the Performing Arts, and The Mahaffey Theatre, among others.

    She is so happy to be able to continue her career in the ever-flourishing arts community that is Tampa Bay!