VPS jazz and tap dancers performing on stage in green sequin costumes, arms raised and smiling

Jazz & tap. Pure rhythm.

Rhythm, stage presence, and the joy of making noise with your feet. Jazz and tap are at the heart of VPS, and the foundations of our competitive teams.

Why jazz & tap

Rhythm is a skill. We teach it early.

Tap and jazz are where dancers develop their ear for music. Tap trains the body to become an instrument, every footfall deliberate, every syncopation intentional. Jazz builds the performance quality that makes a dancer magnetic to watch.

We start with Mini Tap at age 3, simple rhythms, big smiles, and a growing sense of what it means to move with music. Junior classes layer in technique, and our Senior Jazz & Tap class (ages 8–12) is the competitive core that feeds our Emerald, Sapphire, and Diamond Dance Teams.

2026/2027 Jazz & Tap class schedule - all levels

Class	Day	Time	Ages	Dates	Price
Mini Tap	Sat	10:00–10:45 AM	Ages 3–4	Sep 26 – Jun 12	$555
Junior Tap	Sat	10:45–11:30 AM	Ages 5–7	Sep 26 – Jun 12	$555
Senior Jazz & Tap	Fri	3:45–4:45 PM	Ages 8–12	Sep 25 – Jun 11	$600

Prices are for the full September–June year. Year-long classes include the June Recital. Ages 5+ also perform in the annual VPS Nutcracker. Costume fees and tickets are not included.

Frequently Asked Questions for Jazz & Tap

What's the difference between jazz and tap?

Tap focuses on rhythm and footwork using metal-tipped shoes; jazz is about musicality, expression, and performance style. We teach them together for a complete rhythm foundation.

What shoes do students need?

Tap shoes for tap class, black jazz shoes for jazz. We can recommend where to buy locally, just ask at the studio.

Do students perform?

Yes, all year-long classes perform in the June Recital at our 80-seat theatre in Mount Pleasant. Year-long classes ages 5+ also perform in the VPS Nutcracker. Costume fees and tickets are not included in tuition.

Ready to find their rhythm?

Find the right class for your child's age and get started.