Al Gilbert Grade 1 Tap Technique – Tap Syllabus for Ages 5

Al Gilbert Grade 1 Tap Technique – Tap Dance Curriculum for Ages 5–6 (CD Format)

Build strong foundational tap skills with Al Gilbert’s Grade 1 Tap Technique, the essential next step in his world-renowned tap syllabus. Perfect for dancers ages 5–6, this level features over 50 structured exercises plus a 1-chorus routine, all presented with Al Gilbert’s signature clarity and progression.

Students gain confidence, coordination, and a deeper understanding of musicality with steps taught at both the barre and center floor. All techniques are broken down methodically, making it easy for teachers to guide students from basic to more complex rhythms—no guesswork required. This version includes the Pop-Rhythm Soundtrack.

In Grade 1, dancers learn steps such as:

Barre Work:
• Slow Shuffles
• Hop vs. Jump technique
• Ball Change Variations
• Irish
• Shuffle Jump

Center Floor Work:
• Right & Left Rhythm Exercises
• Boogie Woogie Combos
• Jump Out–Jump In
• Gallops, Skips, Shuffle Step, and more

3-Disc Set Includes:
• Disc 1: Vocal instruction by Al Gilbert
• Disc 2: Instrumental-only music tracks
• Disc 3: Data disc with printable PDF notes and iTunes-ready audio files

This curriculum is trusted by teachers worldwide and offers lifetime value—no subscription required.