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Class/Activity Descriptions:
Levels:
Junior Tap:
Join us for our Junior Tap level, designed for students ages 8-12. These classes are perfect for students who have at least 2 years of previous tap dance experience. Classes will be led by members of STLRC's professional ensemble, moSTLy TAP!
Intermediate Tap:
This level is perfect for both kids and adults. We recommend that students have about 5+ years of consistent weekly tap training for this level.
Advanced Tap:
This level is perfect for both kids and adults. To get the most out of this level, we recommend that students have had at least 8 or more years of consistent, weekly tap dance training.
2026 Featured Classes & Activities:
Kick-Off Jam:
This event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome to join us. Bring your tap shoes and jam with us, or simply enjoy as an audience member. Come see what a tap jam is all about! We will be joined by the musicians of moSTLy JAZZ, who will kick off our annual festival with an incredible set that features live original tunes, familiar favorites, and lots of tap dancing!
Leon Collins Residency with Ian Berg:
Leon Collins is a tap dance master whose work is studied and celebrated around the world. His routines remain among the most sought-after in the art form. Diane Walker, a living legend of tap dance and one of Collins’ star students, has dedicated her life to preserving and passing on his legacy. In this special workshop series, Ian Berg shares the work of Leon Collins as it was passed down to him through Diane Walker—offering dancers a rare opportunity to study this lineage-rich material in depth.
Open Level Improvisation:
This class is perfect for all levels of tap dance. Whether you're a beginner or advanced dancer, there is always something to explore in the practice of improvisation. Led by Tommy Wasiuta, we'll explore different activities, designed to improve how we listen and communicate as tap dancers, in a supportive environment.
Lunch & Learn Faculty Panel Discussion:
This event is free and open to the public. All ages and levels are welcome to join us. Bring your lunch and join us for one of the most educational parts of the festival! Our esteemed faculty members will share their insight and personal experiences. Be sure to bring a notebook so you can jot down anything that resonates, and be sure to bring your questions!
Eddie Brown B.S. Chorus:
This advanced two-chorus tap dance was created by Eddie Brown in the 1980s at the urging of his devoted student following. The routine is considered yet another valuable lesson to be revered and studied. Eddie Brown called his style "Scientific Rhythm," and once you get started with this dance, you'll understand why. This dance is pure perfection, but no easy matter. Students attending Eddie Brown B.S. Chorus (Day 2), must also attend (Day 1).
​No Maps On My Taps
Special Documentary Showing & closing Shim Sham Shimmy:
We are honored to present this special one-time showing of No Maps On My Taps (1979), a 1-hour film by George Nierenberg starring Bunny Briggs, Chuck Green, and “Sandman” Sims, and featuring Lionel Hampton and John Bubbles. This documentary is considered "required viewing" for all tap dancers and a must-see for anyone who loves tap dance.
This special presentation is included in All Access Passes and 1-Day Sunday Passes, or students can register to attend with our pay-per-class option.
We'll close out our 2026 festival with the sharing of the Shim Sham Shimmy. Any and all are welcome to join!
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Participation Options:
When you register, there are many options to choose from! Choose the option or combination of options that work best for your schedule!
All Access Pass: $510
All Access is just that! Choose from the Intermediate or Advanced level and get full access to any and all activities throughout the festival! If you plan to participate in our Advanced residency program or combo course option (Eddie Brown's B.S. Chorus), we recommend the All Access Pass. Advanced All Access Pass students can choose between participation in our new residency, or starting each day with warm-up & technique class.
1 Day Access Pass: $175
1 Day Access gets you into all classes and activities for the day of your choosing. Advanced 1 Day Access students will start their day in Room 2 for warm-up & technique, then shift to Room 3 for the remainder of the day.
Keep in mind our combo class option (Eddie Brown's B.S. Chorus), require you to be present on Saturday since we'll build on that choreography on Sunday.
Advanced Leon Collins Residency Only: $160
Students in the Advanced Residency must register for and be in attendance during all 3 days of the residency.
Junior Pass: $70
Junior Pass gets you into both of our new Junior level classes. Save $10!
Per Class & Class Observation: $40 per class
Choose from any of the classes in blue on the Activity Schedule.
Special discounts available for tap teachers!
Bring 5 students at the All Access Level and receive your All Access tuition FREE!
Bring 10 students at the 1-Day Access Level and receive your All Access tuition FREE!
There is a special spot on the registration form for students to list you as their teacher so you get credit for their registration!
When you complete your own registration, there is a spot for you to note your plan to bring a group and list your studio.
You can submit your registration at any time, but do not submit any payment until you have received confirmation from us that your group is registered.
Questions? Email us at info@stlrhythmcollaborative.org
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