With support from the California Arts Council, Tap Fever Studios will expand our Adaptive Dance Program to provide free, inclusive dance classes for children across San Diego, with a focus on students with physical and developmental disabilities. Grant funds will support teaching artists, program coordination, and outreach to underserved communities. Tap Fever is one of the few organizations in the region offering accessible dance instruction tailored to children with disabilities, and demand for the program continues to grow. CAC support will ensure that classes remain accessible to families of all income levels. Amid widespread funding cuts, support from the CAC to support this innovative program is critical. Without it, Tap Fever may be forced to reduce operations and eliminate free or low-cost classes, limiting access for those who benefit most from inclusive programming.
Tap Fever Studios offers an array of classes that teach San Diego residents from all walks of life how to mobilize the rhythm from their hearts. Tap Fever Studios provides students with the chance to participate in classes that span all of the major disciplines including tap, jazz, ballet, contemporary, hip-hop, acro, and even fitness. Program components include:
Performances: Tap Fever Studios holds multiple recitals and events that showcase the hard work that dancers have put into learning their craft.
Dancers With Disabilities: Tap Fever Studios provides dance opportunities to individuals of all physical abilities and makes all accommodations necessary to make classes accessible.
Community Outreach: Tap Fever Studios offers free performances at public libraries, senior living facilities, community events, and with the USO.
Military Discounts: To honor the sacrifices made by active-duty military and their families, Tap Fever Studios offers a 5% discount on class tuition fees to all military families.
Scholarships: Tap Fever Studios offers “Perfectly Abled” scholarships to dancers with disabilities who wish to share their inspiring stories. Additionally, “Community Outreach Service” scholarships are offered to those who wish to share the art of dance with the community through special projects.
Fee Waivers: When financial assistance is needed, either 50% or 100% of a qualifying student’s class tuition fees may be waived.
Work-Trade: Tap Fever Studios offers a Work-Trade program whereupon youth volunteer their time in exchange for the opportunity to participate in dance classes.
Assistant Teaching Mentoring: Students selected to assist with dance classes work alongside instructors that teach kids ages 2-6. The mentees learn how to set an example for the younger students, how to lead classes, and how to create appropriate choreography.
Internships: High school and college students have the opportunity to participate in internships including development, marketing and videography.

