WELCOME TO VAM STUDIO’S
ADULT DANCE PROGRAM

Ballet – Jazz – Hip Hop – Tap
Barre – Contemporary – Conditioning
Home of Seattle’s Largest
Tap Dance Program

Our Adult Program is all about flexibility and fun! With our drop-in based structure, you can join any class you choose, whenever it works for you. Whether you’re up for a challenge or want to revisit the basics, our open structure lets you move between levels at your own pace. Our classes blend technique with choreography, giving you the perfect mix of skill-building and creative expression. You’ll refine your moves, explore exciting routines, and have a blast in a supportive, self-paced environment! If you’re unsure where to start, we’re always happy to recommend a class for you!

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VAM VIDEO ON DEMAND SERVICE

We are excited to offer VAM Video On Demand, which gives students access to weekly class recordings to practice with! The fee for the service is $20 for 30 days of viewing. You can sign up every 30 days or whenever you want extra help remembering and practicing your class material. Ask your teacher to find out if your class recording is accessible through the Video On Demand service. Click the link below to sign up.

BEGINNING BALLET BASIC

This course is for individuals with no prior dance experience who want to learn ballet. You will learn the fundamental ballet positions, techniques, steps, and musicality, and gain the ability to assemble simple ballet combinations. The class environment is safe and encouraging and designed to help each dancer get started on a lifelong journey filled with the love of dance!

July – August: 6 WEEK COURSE:

MONDAYS: July 6, 2026 – August 10, 2026 – 7:30pm – 8:30pm
or
TUESDAYS: July 7, 2026 – August 11 2026 – 11:00am – 12:00pm

6 week course – 1hr/week
Fee: $135

Adult Registration

Teen Registration

VAM STUDIOS’ WEEKLY ADULT CLASSES

ALL NEW AND CURRENT STUDENTS can search for classes using the calendar below. Click the “Sign Up” button next to the class you would like to take, and follow the prompts.

FOR VIRTUAL CLASSES: Make sure it says “VIRTUAL” next to your class name. You will receive an email with the link to join the virtual class 30 minutes before your scheduled class time. If you do not receive the link 30 minutes prior to class, call the front desk at (206) 826-0776. For more information on how to join the virtual classes click this link:

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If you are experiencing issues pre-registering for class, click here for an instructional video.

* ATTENTION: Class sign ups are available one week before each class

ADULT CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Intro Beg

This class is designed for students with little or no tap experience. Basic tap steps will be introduced such as shuffles, flaps, and cramp rolls, building a foundation for combinations of steps. Emphasis is placed on an exploration of rhythm and musicality with opportunities for creativity intertwined.

Beg 2

For students with some tap experience. Basic steps and terminology are elaborated upon while fundamentals are reinforced in a structured and nurturing environment. Dancers will expand their skills with combinations of steps and move at a slightly faster pace. Improvisational work is explored, as well.

Int 1

This class is designed for beginning/intermediate tap dancers comfortable with basics mentioned above as well as a foundational understanding of music theory in order to begin to expand skills. Proper technique and terminology continue to be emphasized. This class begins to move at a faster pace.

Int 2

For the intermediate dancer. This is a moderately challenging class that moves at a faster pace and offers a more in-depth study of tap fundamentals, with combinations becoming longer and slightly more complex. Improvisational work continues to be intertwined.

Int 3

This class is for dancers with several years of tap training and a strong foundational understanding of skills and steps who are ready to move at a faster pace. Students explore musicality with more depth, and continue to grow improvisational skills.

Adv

For advanced students with several years of tap training. Dancers explore music in greater depth, including polyrhythms. Combinations become longer and more complex, advanced techniques are improved upon, and students should be comfortable with a fast-paced class.

Adv Pro

A fast-paced, challenging class for dancers with advanced technical proficiency beyond Tap Adv and a sense of artistry. Dancers should be very comfortable with tap technique and ready to move quickly. This class relies on the self-awareness of each dancer and their ability to work both independently and with a greater group.

Beginning Ballet Basic Course

Ballet 1-2

For beginning dancers with at least a year of experience. Basic steps and terminology are elaborated upon while fundamentals continue to be reinforced in a structured and nurturing environment.

Ballet 2-3

Foundations from Ballet 1 and 2 continue to be built upon in this class for dancers beginning to approach the intermediate level. Proper alignment and use of musculature are stressed and students begin to prepare for pointe work.

Ballet 3

For Intermediate dancers who have a strong foundation in Ballet technique and alignment. Combinations will begin to quicken as dancers prepare for Pointe (for those interested).

Ballet 4

For intermediate dancers with several years of experience. Students should have a solid technical foundation as combinations of movement become more complex. Pointe work is introduced for interested students.

Ballet 4-5

This class is designed for students with multiple years of training, including at least a year of experience at the intermediate level. Dancers will continue to build upon their technique as they become stronger, including in pointe work.

Ballet 5-6

For advanced dancers with a strong technical foundation. Dancers at this level have an understanding of proper alignment, use of musculature, and ballet terminology, allowing them to explore advanced techniques and combinations of movements.

Good Morning Me

A stretch and conditioning class designed to provide a great start to your day! Begin with a gentle wake-up and progress through a variety of strengthening and lengthening movements, including both somatic and Pilates-based exercises. Aside from getting you going in the morning, this class is also great cross training for your tap, ballet, and other dance classes!

ADULT PROGRAM CLASS CARDS

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Single Class 1 Hour – $25

Single Class 1.5 Hour – $30

5 Class Card – $95

10 Class Card – $175

20 Class Card – $330

CLASS CARDS ARE VALID FOR 90 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE

CLASS CARDS ARE NON-TRANSFERABLE

NO REFUNDS FOR UNUSED CLASSES

Private Lesson Rates

please call or email to schedule private lessons