Tap dancing isn’t just a nostalgic nod to old Hollywood—it’s a vibrant, rhythmic art form that’s making a major comeback in 2025. Whether you’re a beginner looking to find your shuffle-ball-change or an advanced tapper ready to compete, Clovis boasts some of the best tap dance classes in California. Here’s where to train with the pros.
1. Clovis Rhythm & Taps
Why It Stands Out: Led by Tony Award-nominated choreographer Mia Delgado, this studio blends Broadway flair with street-style tap. Their adult beginner classes focus on musicality, while their youth competitive team has won national titles three years running.
Signature Class: "Jazz-Tap Fusion" (Saturdays at 11 AM)—a high-energy mix of classic tap and contemporary jazz.
2. Golden State Tap Collective
Why It Stands Out: A tech-forward studio using pressure-sensitive floors to analyze footwork in real time. Perfect for dancers who geek out over precision. Their Tap+ program integrates wearable tech to track rhythm accuracy.
Signature Class: "Drillz & Skillz" (Mondays/Wednesdays)—a viral TikTok-famous drill series focusing on speed and clarity.
3. The Tap Lab
Why It Stands Out: Founded by former STOMP performer Javier Ruiz, this gritty, industrial space specializes in percussive tap and body drumming. Their classes feel more like a live jam session than a traditional dance studio.
Signature Class: "Improve Night" (Fridays at 7 PM)—part tap class, part freestyle battle, set to live drummers.
4. All That Tap (Youth-Exclusive)
Why It Stands Out: The only studio in Clovis with a full-time tap accompanist (a rare luxury!). Kids learn to dance with live piano, drums, or even beatboxers. Their "Tap History" modules teach the cultural roots of the art form.
Signature Class: "Mini Hoofers" (Ages 5–9) uses augmented reality floor projections to guide little feet.
5. Clovis Community Tap
Why It Stands Out: Affiliated with Clovis College, this nonprofit offers pay-what-you-can community classes. Their intergenerational "Tap Circles" (think drum circles but with feet) are a local phenomenon.
Signature Class: "Silver Tappers" (55+)—proof that tap dancing is truly ageless.
How to Choose?
- For authenticity: Clovis Rhythm & Taps (Mia’s Broadway cred is unmatched).
- For tech integration: Golden State Tap Collective.
- For raw creativity: The Tap Lab’s improv nights.
Pro Tip: Most studios offer free trial weeks in August 2025—perfect timing to test your fit. And don’t sleep on Clovis’ annual Tap Fest (October 2025), where these studios face off in a legendary showdown.
Lace up your Capezios and get ready to make some noise!
