Aren't you a love! Thank you for the sweet, fun intro!! I am SO new and feel like SUCH a clod!! But you are just adorable! And between my classes, YOU are my guide!! REALLY appreciate it!!
@kieghacat I haven't played that game, but I would love to create a tap game! Glad you like the class. You should try my newer lessons at tapdancelssons(dot)com.
Thank you for this! My 5 year old just started ballet & tap. Parents don't get to watch the lessons, and ballet is only 30 min a week and tap 15 min a week.. So, they don't really get to learn a whole lot. I want to have her practice at home.... but have no clue what to even have her do. This makes life a whole lot easier - THANK YOU!
@SuperChloeJayde My pleasure. NOTE: There is a VERY GOOD CHANCE that your daughter is learning different names for steps than the ones I teach. This an unfortunate part of the tap world - the terminology is not standardized. I bring this up because I don't want your daughter to be confused. It's good for her to practice with my videos, but tell her the names may be different than in her class. Also, go to tapdancelessons(dot)com where you'll find newer videos laid out in order!
lovely vid... I have always wanted to learn... but being a little older than your students.. I like what you said in your intro... We are not all excellent. * students...
@musictaps They're a local group here that base their dances on the River dance performances. I saw them then I saw the actual river dance in NY and I just went nuts. If you type up River Dance on youtube you'll be blown away. Thats the type of tap dancing I wanna learn...if I can.
@ZephonTLucifer I didn;t realize you meant like the dancers in River Dance. That's Irish Step Dancing and it is indeed different than tap dancing. Best of luck!
Thank you so much, i look forward to learning more! I'm just learning how to tap dance, I do hip hop but i want to be a dancer when i'm older so i'm going to do tap aswell! so thank you, your videos are really helpful xx
This is an old lesson which is not available for purchase and to put on an iPod, but my newer, better, beginner lessons are available for purchase at unitedtaps(dot)com (got to the "menu" in the navigation bar and then down to "store"). Once downloaded you can transfer them to your ipod. They may need to be converted to M4V in iTunes but that shouldn't be a problem. You can download samples to test it out. Le me know if you need assistance.
@musictaps im going to check it out! im really trying to get into it, so then i will have an upper hand in the musical theatre world...right now i have acting and singing, but not enough obviously
Thanks for an awesome video. It's been a zillion years (okay, 50) since I had tap. I am trying to teach some younger children easy steps. Your instructions really helped.
I used to tap dance 12 years ago so, this is not new to me but I love your method of teaching... you make it very simple for anyone to learn. wonderful job.
@Griffologee I'm sorry you were unhappy with my teaching. Perhaps you should try my NEW #1 Beginner Tap Lesson and hopefully you'll find it more to your liking. Thanks for watching.
These are great videos! You're a really clear teacher. I'm 13, and have taken ballet, and the ballet teacher also teaches tap, but I don't want to pay for it, so this is really useful! Thanks a lot!
Thank you for this video. Soon, I'll be "attempting" to take Tap Dance in college (when I've had no prior dancing experience) and this video was extremely helpful. I know I won't walk into class feeling like an idiot because I have some basic steps down.
@NJxMurderxScene My pleasure and good luck with your tap class! Feel free to reference my tap dictionary at unitedtaps(dot)com if you ever need to look up a step.
damn, you're great at teaching men, im starting tap dancing (im 19) and it's great your video, also is fun, thanks for posting, i'll follow you'r lessons.
I'm in my 50's and was at first considering tap dance class. After watching you, now I know I'm going to. Thanks so much for taking the time to show us your craft. You are good at teaching. After watching you, I think I can do this. Thanks again, and keep it up.
@ultdj Thank you so much. Good luck with the class I think you'll really enjoy it. Don't be afraid to try out different teachers. Every class and the pace of every class is different, it's worth the time to find one that works really well for you. Good luck.
I've always wanted to tap dance and just today i went to a thrift store and found a used pair of tap shoes in my size, so i ran home, looked up "how to tap dance" and now i can a little bit! I'm going to watch all of your videos!
Thank you for posting this you have helped me try something I haven't done since I was three which was quite a way back. Will be practising here in Scotland. Having lots of fun trying this out.
@theologygirl1 I'm so glad to be of help in getting you back into tap. You might try my newer lessons as they look and sound better. You can see them in order at tapdancelessons(dot)com
Thank you for posting this you have helped me try something I haven't done since I was three which was quite a way back. Will be practising here in Scotland. Having lots of fun!!
@GuyJon57 You should try my new #1 beginner tap dance lesson. I think you would find the audio and video much better. You can find it at tapdancelessons(dot)com
Your instruction is awesome!! I can't afford my Flamenco classes right now (wahh!) so I am going "back to basics" with all your tap lessons online...Thanks Rod!! So helpful!
Your instruction is awesome!! I can't afford my Flamenco classes right now (wahh!) so I am going "back to basics" with all your tap lessons online...Thanks Rod!! So helpful!
Finalmente! Very well explained and the best angle view... and I absolutely do need the tone you use for understanding the better : ) I always wanted to learn this since...forever, now I have the idea, GRACIAS!!!
I will be checking up your other videos to keep on track... So now you know you have a new student...Regards from Panama!
It´s hard but I´ve always liked to see people tap dancing, I´m from Rio de janeiro, Brazil...I´ve been practicing what you teach, I´ll look for a tap dancing studio in Rio.
@musictaps You are a most adorable tap dancing nerd (I know some people take offense to being called a nerd but I assure you, from one nerd to another, I mean it in the nicest way possible) I'm sure your wife agrees. You must work with kids, I certainly wouldn't have quit tapping when I was little if my teacher had been so much fun. I usually don't have the patience for learning anything slowly but you're so entertaining that I actually enjoy it!
i don't know if this is meant for little kids, but either way, you explain things so well, taking your time, keeping things simply... a great way to teach!
@MonaFabuleux Thank you, I really appreciate that. It's really intended for any age, but my speaking tone sometimes leans towards the voice I would use with kids (probably because I teach mostly kids). I highly recommend you watch my newer beginner videos as they better in every way. Thanks for watching.
i don't know if this is meant for little kids, but either way, you explain things so well, taking your time, keeping things simply... a great way to teach!
I'm really excited to see everything people are contributing to dance. I have a small studio in CT and I am starting up a tap jam to raise money to bring in guest teachers. Also teaching a fundamentals of tap class for adults starting Monday which is why I'm out searching for new ideas. I hope that I'll at least be able to post videos for my students to use for practice by next year. Keep up the good work!
@TheMADmissmia Sounds like your're doing some really great things. be sure to check out my website with a great free video dictionary and syllabus at unitedtaps(dot)com.
@TheMADmissmia Yeah, it's a tough thing when you're used to teaching mostly kids. It's a little better in my new videos, but it's still an issue/challenge for me.
@Carrie1496 I teach step as when you put the the ball of the foot on the floor with your weight on it. If you put the ball of the foot on the floor without weight and pick it back up, I call that a touch.
yeah you right!!!!!!!!! I love your videos and every day I try and try... its so funny, hey nice job!!! your videos keep me motivated! ;) thankssssssssss ;)
@naturalsweety18 It will come, just give it time and practice. Remember you rarely ever use your feet like this. We mostly only use them for walking or running. Stick with it and you'll certainly get it.
@musictaps yeah you right!!!!!!!!! I love your videos and every day I try and try... its so funny, hey nice job!!! your videos keep me motivated! ;) thankssssssssss ;)
@musictaps yeah you right!!!!!!!!! I love your videos and every day I try and try... its so funny, hey nice job!!! your videos keep me motivated! ;) thankssssssssss ;)
@musictaps yeah you right!!!!!!!!! I love your videos and every day I try and try... its so funny, hey nice job!!! your videos keep me motivated! ;) thankssssssssss ;)
II think you are a very very good teacher. I personally did for many years International Latin and I'm quite interested to a new style such as tap dancing. I love the different rhythm you can create with your feet...
Great Video! I'm going to school to be a dance instructor, and I took tap for 12 years and taught for 5, but now I want to have my own studio. I've been out of dance for 7 years and just trying to remember certain steps. i'm just searching for great videos on how to teach. You should do a video for teachers. But once you've done it, you don't lose it! : )
I hope you found this video useful. I have new series of beginning videos you could check out as well as intermediate and advanced lessons at tapdancelessons(dot)com and they're all free. Good luck with your studio!
oh this is pretty helpful, and pretty hilarious idk how you managed like the first half of this without the music like at 2:06... so hilarious and informative. thanks.
You're so welcome! I'm so glad this video was helpful although you should check out the new the #1 beginner video as it's filmed better and is part of a whole beginner series.
thank you man! Your videos are just legendary!
TheDenlar 5 days ago
@TheDenlar You know how to make a teacher smile. You should check out my newer videos at tapdancelessons(dot)com - they look much better:)
ROd
musictaps 5 days ago
thx!!!!!!!!!!!! now ill maybe do tap
madabes1 1 week ago
@madabes1 Absolutely!
Rod
musictaps 1 week ago
lol this is the most fun way to learn ever youre hilarious lol
MomoClawson 2 weeks ago
@MomoClawson Thank you. You should try my newer, higher quality videos at tapdancelessons(dot)com.
Rod
musictaps 2 weeks ago
Aren't you a love! Thank you for the sweet, fun intro!! I am SO new and feel like SUCH a clod!! But you are just adorable! And between my classes, YOU are my guide!! REALLY appreciate it!!
xoxoxox
gloatesii 2 weeks ago
@gloatesii Well thank you so much for your kind words, I really appreciate that!
Rod
musictaps 2 weeks ago
I have ALWAYS wanted to learn tap and now Im learning. Thank u sooo much for posting, you're an excellent teacher! And funny too! :)
Cnat123 1 month ago
@Cnat123 Thank you, I really appreciate that!
Rod
musictaps 1 month ago
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i need 5,000 view to win a bet. thumbs up so ppl can see the link. thank you
AlacatGrizz 1 month ago
I laughed, but I learned. Thanks :)
SnakeBIT3me325 3 months ago
@SnakeBIT3me325 You should try my newer lesson at tapdancelessons(dot)com. It's filmed better and I'm less of a dork:)
Rod
musictaps 3 months ago
Good for beginners as in gives all the instructions .well done .got me foot dancing can't stop it ,now.
issacalbson 3 months ago
@issacalbson Thank you, glad you liked it. You should try my newer videos - they are much higher quality - tapdancelessons(dot)com.
Rod
musictaps 3 months ago
he talks like the voice dance instructor on the XBOX kinect game!
Rod- this is a really good video thanks so much I LOVE tap
kieghacat 3 months ago
@kieghacat I haven't played that game, but I would love to create a tap game! Glad you like the class. You should try my newer lessons at tapdancelssons(dot)com.
Rod
musictaps 3 months ago
He makes me feel like I'm watching blues clues but what a GREAT teacher!!!!
dannyneal1027 3 months ago
@dannyneal1027 Sorry and thank you:)
Rod
musictaps 3 months ago
Thank you for this! My 5 year old just started ballet & tap. Parents don't get to watch the lessons, and ballet is only 30 min a week and tap 15 min a week.. So, they don't really get to learn a whole lot. I want to have her practice at home.... but have no clue what to even have her do. This makes life a whole lot easier - THANK YOU!
SuperChloeJayde 4 months ago
@SuperChloeJayde My pleasure. NOTE: There is a VERY GOOD CHANCE that your daughter is learning different names for steps than the ones I teach. This an unfortunate part of the tap world - the terminology is not standardized. I bring this up because I don't want your daughter to be confused. It's good for her to practice with my videos, but tell her the names may be different than in her class. Also, go to tapdancelessons(dot)com where you'll find newer videos laid out in order!
Rod
musictaps 4 months ago
lovely vid... I have always wanted to learn... but being a little older than your students.. I like what you said in your intro... We are not all excellent. * students...
But... I may get there?.....:)....
tankertel 5 months ago
@tankertel Keep working and you'll get there. There is no substitute for repetition.
Rod
musictaps 5 months ago
I LOVE THIS SO MUCH!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! i REALLY want to learn how to tap dance now..... lol. THANK YOU!!! :)
Kendy228 5 months ago
@Kendy228 You're welcome, but please go to tapdancelessons(dot)com and watch my newer higher quality videos!
Rod
musictaps 5 months ago
great, now all I gotta do is find tap shoes in size 15
boardupking 5 months ago
You are Great and Wonderful Teacher!!!
Have been wanting to learn forever! Thank יהרה we have forever to learn; Rev 21:4, Isaiah 11! Thank you again!
Jezreel7773 6 months ago
@Jezreel7773 Glad you enjoyed my class. I have a whole beginner series at tapdancelessons(dot)com.
Rod
musictaps 6 months ago
thank you so much for putting these videos up :D
LovableMonster01 7 months ago
@LovableMonster01 My pleasure, glad you like them. This one is old though, I have a new series at tapdancelessons(dot)com.
Rod
musictaps 7 months ago
Hi!
Thanks for sharing this video and opening tapdancelessonsdatcom website.
In Turkey, It s not common yet. And I wanna learn and teach to others. I know ur works will help me. Thanks a lot.
umityardimm 7 months ago
@umityardimm My pleasure. Let me know if you need any help.
Rod
musictaps 7 months ago
I loved your video!!!! thanks so much for sharing your knowledge!!!
vargasmarinap 8 months ago
@vargasmarinap Thanks so much. I have a bunch of lessons at tapdancelessons(dot)com.
Rod
musictaps 8 months ago
i can hear, "hit the road jack"
BrunoAndradeRnB 8 months ago
Awesome video, Rod! I really enjoyed your video and had fun with your instructions!! Thank you for the video!!
pisces31575 8 months ago
@pisces31575 Thanks, glad you like it. I've got lots more at tapdancelessons(dot)com.
Rod
musictaps 8 months ago
I wanna dance like the river island dancers. Are their methods different? And where do I learn that type of tap dancing?
ZephonTLucifer 8 months ago
@ZephonTLucifer I'm sorry, but I've never heard of them so I can't give you a good answer.
Rod
musictaps 8 months ago
@musictaps They're a local group here that base their dances on the River dance performances. I saw them then I saw the actual river dance in NY and I just went nuts. If you type up River Dance on youtube you'll be blown away. Thats the type of tap dancing I wanna learn...if I can.
ZephonTLucifer 8 months ago
@ZephonTLucifer I didn;t realize you meant like the dancers in River Dance. That's Irish Step Dancing and it is indeed different than tap dancing. Best of luck!
Rod
musictaps 8 months ago
This is fantabulous! I have two (count 'em - TWO) left feet and even I can do this. You are a GREAT teacher!
Gallop4Me 9 months ago
@Gallop4Me Thank you very much. I hope you'll fo to tapdancelessons(dot)com and take my newer better looking lessons!
Rod
musictaps 9 months ago
thank you so much for this video!! It's really helped me alot, I am doing your lessons everyday!!
emilyagiusPersonal 9 months ago
@emilyagiusPersonal Glad to hear it. let me know if there is anything you need help with :)
Rod
musictaps 9 months ago
Thank you so much, i look forward to learning more! I'm just learning how to tap dance, I do hip hop but i want to be a dancer when i'm older so i'm going to do tap aswell! so thank you, your videos are really helpful xx
GleeArmy 9 months ago
@GleeArmy You're welcome. You should do my newer series at tapdancelessons(dot)com. It's filmed better:)
Rod
musictaps 9 months ago
This is so great! I can't wait to learn more!
murren91 9 months ago
@murren91 You'll find all my free lessons in order at tapdancelssons(dot)com.
Rod
musictaps 9 months ago
This is so awesome and easy to follow :)
caitxrawks 10 months ago
@caitxrawks Thank you! I hope you'll check out my newer and MUCH HIGHER QUALITY videos at tapdancelessons(dot)com
Rod
musictaps 10 months ago
"not super high, that would be akward!" hahaha love this guy
h0meskilletbizkit 11 months ago
@h0meskilletbizkit Thanks, I appreciate that.
Rod
musictaps 10 months ago
Thankyou, you're a very good teacher, but I'll probably watch the vis again tomorow, when I've pratised the first few routines :D
reorunner123 11 months ago
@reorunner123 Excellent.
Rod
musictaps 11 months ago
This is an old lesson which is not available for purchase and to put on an iPod, but my newer, better, beginner lessons are available for purchase at unitedtaps(dot)com (got to the "menu" in the navigation bar and then down to "store"). Once downloaded you can transfer them to your ipod. They may need to be converted to M4V in iTunes but that shouldn't be a problem. You can download samples to test it out. Le me know if you need assistance.
Rod
musictaps 11 months ago
I love your classes I have been working with them for 3 years now. How can I put them on my Ipod?
Darscabins 11 months ago
Great Video
recpat1 11 months ago
You are such a good teacher!
officejet1268 11 months ago
@officejet1268 Thank you very much. Glad you enjoyed the class.
Rod
musictaps 11 months ago
@officejet1268 Thank you very much. I have a whole series at tapdancelessons(dot)com
Rod
musictaps 11 months ago
@musictaps im going to check it out! im really trying to get into it, so then i will have an upper hand in the musical theatre world...right now i have acting and singing, but not enough obviously
officejet1268 11 months ago
@officejet1268 Thanks and good luck!
ROd
musictaps 11 months ago
Awesome vid ^^
Poprox779 11 months ago
@Poprox779 I really appreciate that.
Rod
musictaps 11 months ago
great videos!!1!!! u r so lively haha and im learnin faster than expected!
VloggingMania 1 year ago
@VloggingMania Thanks, I'm glad to help you learn to tap.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
Thanks for an awesome video. It's been a zillion years (okay, 50) since I had tap. I am trying to teach some younger children easy steps. Your instructions really helped.
mooozic42 1 year ago
@mooozic42 You're welcome, I'm glad I could help!
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
WOW! really good ..i keap up...neverrrrrr tap dance in my life... but!!! did good ... thank for this VID!!!
glowsexy28 1 year ago
@glowsexy28 You're welcome. You should try my NEW #1 Beginner Tap Dance Lesson series. It's filmed much better.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
I used to tap dance 12 years ago so, this is not new to me but I love your method of teaching... you make it very simple for anyone to learn. wonderful job.
westindian07 1 year ago
@westindian07 Thank you I appreciate that.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
I like the teaching but I want to punch this guy. ball a ball heel and a heel OMG!!!
Griffologee 1 year ago
@Griffologee I'm sorry you were unhappy with my teaching. Perhaps you should try my NEW #1 Beginner Tap Lesson and hopefully you'll find it more to your liking. Thanks for watching.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
These are great videos! You're a really clear teacher. I'm 13, and have taken ballet, and the ballet teacher also teaches tap, but I don't want to pay for it, so this is really useful! Thanks a lot!
KateKracklinWritings 1 year ago
@KateKracklinWritings Thank you, I'm glad you found my lessons useful.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
@KateKracklinWritings: Im 13 too!!! yeah 13 year olds rock!!!... lol sorry if I freaked you out... I'm just a really happy person :)
1themusicgurl 11 months ago
@1themusicgurl I hope you make it a way of life. You will live healthier and longer.
icebfly 11 months ago
you're so up-beat though I find it impossible to feel down when watch/listening/doing tap dancing ^-^
AngelKittenVicki 1 year ago
@AngelKittenVicki Thank you I'm really glad to hear that. Good luck with your tap dancing.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
Thank you for this video. Soon, I'll be "attempting" to take Tap Dance in college (when I've had no prior dancing experience) and this video was extremely helpful. I know I won't walk into class feeling like an idiot because I have some basic steps down.
NJxMurderxScene 1 year ago
@NJxMurderxScene My pleasure and good luck with your tap class! Feel free to reference my tap dictionary at unitedtaps(dot)com if you ever need to look up a step.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
damn, you're great at teaching men, im starting tap dancing (im 19) and it's great your video, also is fun, thanks for posting, i'll follow you'r lessons.
DLZandorfRamash 1 year ago
@DLZandorfRamash Thank you. Go to tapdancelessons(dot)com where you'll find my newer better videos. Good luck!
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
Wow thxs!!!!!!!!!!
i can tap dance now!
jazzlyzack 1 year ago
@jazzlyzack Now that's exciting!
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
Rod, I don't have a tap dance shoe. Any recommended alternatives?
captjack89 1 year ago
@captjack89 Any hard sole dress shoe should at least get you some sound.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
Made my first step today's dawn. Thanks Rob! The lesson is easy to follow and quite fun! Hope I didn't wake up my roommate. ><
captjack89 1 year ago
@captjack89 Glad to be of help and thanks for watching.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
I'm in my 50's and was at first considering tap dance class. After watching you, now I know I'm going to. Thanks so much for taking the time to show us your craft. You are good at teaching. After watching you, I think I can do this. Thanks again, and keep it up.
ultdj 1 year ago
@ultdj Thank you so much. Good luck with the class I think you'll really enjoy it. Don't be afraid to try out different teachers. Every class and the pace of every class is different, it's worth the time to find one that works really well for you. Good luck.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
thank you so much!
I've always wanted to tap dance and just today i went to a thrift store and found a used pair of tap shoes in my size, so i ran home, looked up "how to tap dance" and now i can a little bit! I'm going to watch all of your videos!
born2ride343 1 year ago
@born2ride343 Thanks so much, but you should watch my newer videos at tapdancelessons(dot)com.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
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This is my first day of learning tap dancing at home, and to be honest, this video make my first day not just easy but also interested
Thank you my teacher ^^
myredflowerable 1 year ago
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myredflowerable 1 year ago
@myredflowerable Thank you, I'm glad you liked the class. You should try my newer videos at tapdancelessons(dot)com.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
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myredflowerable 1 year ago
I love the way you teach, your very friendly and encouraging. Keep posting my friend.
AllthatJazz62 1 year ago
@AllthatJazz62 Thanks so much. Try my newer videos at tapdancelessons(dot)com.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
@musictaps I will! thanks.
AllthatJazz62 1 year ago
You are a breath of fresh air. Very comprehensive and cheerful. I shall be watching more of your videos. :D Keep at it. : D
tellmsmoore 1 year ago
@tellmsmoore Thanks so much. Try my newer videos at tapdancelessons(dot)com.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
You are a breath of fresh air. Very comprehensive and cheerful. I shall be watching more of your videos. :D Keep at it. : D
tellmsmoore 1 year ago
Thank you for posting this you have helped me try something I haven't done since I was three which was quite a way back. Will be practising here in Scotland. Having lots of fun trying this out.
theologygirl1 1 year ago
@theologygirl1 I'm so glad to be of help in getting you back into tap. You might try my newer lessons as they look and sound better. You can see them in order at tapdancelessons(dot)com
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
Thank you for posting this you have helped me try something I haven't done since I was three which was quite a way back. Will be practising here in Scotland. Having lots of fun!!
theologygirl1 1 year ago
I willl take a look at it. Thank you for replying back..
GuyJon57 1 year ago
it's hard to hear you, next time use a boom or lavalier mic. You have a friendly and charming teaching manner. Thank you for posting.
GuyJon57 1 year ago
@GuyJon57 You should try my new #1 beginner tap dance lesson. I think you would find the audio and video much better. You can find it at tapdancelessons(dot)com
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
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Your instruction is awesome!! I can't afford my Flamenco classes right now (wahh!) so I am going "back to basics" with all your tap lessons online...Thanks Rod!! So helpful!
EMILY77B 1 year ago
Your instruction is awesome!! I can't afford my Flamenco classes right now (wahh!) so I am going "back to basics" with all your tap lessons online...Thanks Rod!! So helpful!
EMILY77B 1 year ago
@EMILY77B Glad to be of help.
ROd
musictaps 1 year ago
Finalmente! Very well explained and the best angle view... and I absolutely do need the tone you use for understanding the better : ) I always wanted to learn this since...forever, now I have the idea, GRACIAS!!!
I will be checking up your other videos to keep on track... So now you know you have a new student...Regards from Panama!
ILM31 1 year ago
@ILM31 Thank you for watching my videos, I'm so glad you are finding them helpful. Best of luck with your tapping.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
When he says step and touch it kinda sounds like the show opening song LOVE AND MARRIAGE LOVE AND MARRIAGE!! LOL
MrMrprimetime 1 year ago
@MrMrprimetime I never noticed that before. Interesting observation. Thanks for taking my online lesson!
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
♥ Thank you! I have finally understood it! :D
EvosaurusRex 1 year ago
@EvosaurusRex You're very welcome!
ROd
musictaps 1 year ago
You are a great instructor!!! I`m 37 and I want to start tap dancing! Thanks a bunch!
rogersantos25 1 year ago
@rogersantos25 Thank you. Glad you are tapping. How do you like it? Harder than you thought?
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
It´s hard but I´ve always liked to see people tap dancing, I´m from Rio de janeiro, Brazil...I´ve been practicing what you teach, I´ll look for a tap dancing studio in Rio.
rogersantos25 1 year ago
@rogersantos25 Best of luck with your tapping!
ROd
musictaps 1 year ago
Dude, you are a very good instructor.
rastarigate 1 year ago
@rastarigate Thanks, I really appreciate that.
ROd
musictaps 1 year ago
When I was tapping I was NEVER out of shape or weighed too much!!! Go for t!!!
Mamasan41 1 year ago
@Mamasan41 Well I tap and I'm out of shape unfortunately :p At least that's how I feel. Thanks for commenting.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
lmaooo
lovelylaura16 1 year ago
great workout and you are so funny!!! this is awesome man you rock
Mubarak635 1 year ago
@Mubarak635 Thanks, I appreciate it.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
was laughing the whole time, it's great
gabcarol8 1 year ago
@gabcarol8 Am I that funny? ;) I wish my wife thought so!
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago 9
@musictaps You are a most adorable tap dancing nerd (I know some people take offense to being called a nerd but I assure you, from one nerd to another, I mean it in the nicest way possible) I'm sure your wife agrees. You must work with kids, I certainly wouldn't have quit tapping when I was little if my teacher had been so much fun. I usually don't have the patience for learning anything slowly but you're so entertaining that I actually enjoy it!
squeezebx 9 months ago
@squeezebx I appreciate the compliment (I accept the Nerd badge with pride). Glad you enjoyed the lesson.
Rod
musictaps 9 months ago
@gabcarol8 hahahaha! Me too! He's great!!! :D
jasminesushi 1 year ago
I love this.:P
aliadye 1 year ago
@aliadye I'm so glad, thank you.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
Thanks for this video, it's really helpful
ponytailsxx 1 year ago
@ponytailsxx You're very welcome. Hope you enjoyed it.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
i don't know if this is meant for little kids, but either way, you explain things so well, taking your time, keeping things simply... a great way to teach!
MonaFabuleux 1 year ago
@MonaFabuleux Thank you, I really appreciate that. It's really intended for any age, but my speaking tone sometimes leans towards the voice I would use with kids (probably because I teach mostly kids). I highly recommend you watch my newer beginner videos as they better in every way. Thanks for watching.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
i don't know if this is meant for little kids, but either way, you explain things so well, taking your time, keeping things simply... a great way to teach!
MonaFabuleux 1 year ago
Wooo this is sooo much fun :)
Evettebear 1 year ago
@Evettebear Glad you enjoyed it, you should try my new higher quality beginner series at tapdancelessons(dot)com.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
I'm really excited to see everything people are contributing to dance. I have a small studio in CT and I am starting up a tap jam to raise money to bring in guest teachers. Also teaching a fundamentals of tap class for adults starting Monday which is why I'm out searching for new ideas. I hope that I'll at least be able to post videos for my students to use for practice by next year. Keep up the good work!
TheMADmissmia 1 year ago
@TheMADmissmia Sounds like your're doing some really great things. be sure to check out my website with a great free video dictionary and syllabus at unitedtaps(dot)com.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
I teach kids too and always talk like that. Even when I was teaching the Dad's dance for the recital.
TheMADmissmia 1 year ago
@TheMADmissmia Yeah, it's a tough thing when you're used to teaching mostly kids. It's a little better in my new videos, but it's still an issue/challenge for me.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
What Kind Of Step Is That? A STEP is when you pick up your foot, drop, and pick it back up. Correct?
Carrie1496 1 year ago
@Carrie1496 I teach step as when you put the the ball of the foot on the floor with your weight on it. If you put the ball of the foot on the floor without weight and pick it back up, I call that a touch.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
Hey you put this video up on me B-Day!!!! :D i need to get some tap shoes....i am using dress shoes now..:|
nadiaalinadancer1997 1 year ago
@nadiaalinadancer1997 Happy B-Day. Dress shoes are fine to start. Amazon(dot)com has tap shoes.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
yeah you right!!!!!!!!! I love your videos and every day I try and try... its so funny, hey nice job!!! your videos keep me motivated! ;) thankssssssssss ;)
naturalsweety18 1 year ago
@naturalsweety18 My pleasure.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
I love it. and I try it and now i can .......... wooo hoooo awesome.. thanks;)
naturalsweety18 1 year ago
@naturalsweety18 Glad you liked it! I have a whole beginner series at tapdancelessons(dot)com.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
@musictaps .... first was easy, but now i can`t concentrate and my foot move different, funny...
naturalsweety18 1 year ago
@naturalsweety18 It will come, just give it time and practice. Remember you rarely ever use your feet like this. We mostly only use them for walking or running. Stick with it and you'll certainly get it.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
@musictaps yeah you right!!!!!!!!! I love your videos and every day I try and try... its so funny, hey nice job!!! your videos keep me motivated! ;) thankssssssssss ;)
naturalsweety18 1 year ago
@musictaps yeah you right!!!!!!!!! I love your videos and every day I try and try... its so funny, hey nice job!!! your videos keep me motivated! ;) thankssssssssss ;)
naturalsweety18 1 year ago
@musictaps yeah you right!!!!!!!!! I love your videos and every day I try and try... its so funny, hey nice job!!! your videos keep me motivated! ;) thankssssssssss ;)
naturalsweety18 1 year ago
You're brilliant! Made me actually get up and try it for the whole 25 minutes!
Keep it going! :)
ladywafflecake 1 year ago
@ladywafflecake Thanks. I hope you'll try my beginner series at tapdancelessons(dot)com.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
bravo!!!! thanks for helping!! XD make more videos!!!!!!!
CLARINETLVER16 1 year ago
@CLARINETLVER16 Thank you. I have beginner series that goes up to lesson 7 currently on youtube. I'm working on a new series in HD.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
@mariabizute Good for you! Keep us updates on how it's going.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
That's wonderful, I'm just starting to tap dance myself. :)
I was afraid I couldn't because I'm 18 and I thought I had to start in an early age, but now I'm pretty optimistic. :D
Vogueniichtsoviel 1 year ago
@Vogueniichtsoviel Actually i've found adults learn faster so you've really got an advantage.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
@Vogueniichtsoviel
Oh my God! I'm 18 too! I was so afraid itd be too late!
I feel the same now...why not give it go eh?
ladywafflecake 1 year ago
II think you are a very very good teacher. I personally did for many years International Latin and I'm quite interested to a new style such as tap dancing. I love the different rhythm you can create with your feet...
Percevl84 1 year ago
@Percevl84, Thank you so much, I'm glad you enjoyed it. You should check out my new beginner series on youtube.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
Great Video! I'm going to school to be a dance instructor, and I took tap for 12 years and taught for 5, but now I want to have my own studio. I've been out of dance for 7 years and just trying to remember certain steps. i'm just searching for great videos on how to teach. You should do a video for teachers. But once you've done it, you don't lose it! : )
20Sharebear07 1 year ago
I hope you found this video useful. I have new series of beginning videos you could check out as well as intermediate and advanced lessons at tapdancelessons(dot)com and they're all free. Good luck with your studio!
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
oh this is pretty helpful, and pretty hilarious idk how you managed like the first half of this without the music like at 2:06... so hilarious and informative. thanks.
autistikalbert2 1 year ago
Thanks...I think. You should watch my newer one that's linked to in the beginning of the video. I have a whole series so I hope you'll continue on.
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
you're the best.
Thank you from my heart!!!!
superichiban 1 year ago
You're so welcome! I'm so glad this video was helpful although you should check out the new the #1 beginner video as it's filmed better and is part of a whole beginner series.
Rod
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago
omg u helped me soooo much..wow..i think i should try out for tap
THANK YOU SOOOOOOOO MUCH
sakuraluvssasukexxx 1 year ago
You're very welcome and I say go for that try-out!
Rod
musictaps 1 year ago