It's true:
Days are better with tap dance.
tap dance is not a solitary journey...
...or doesn't need to be.
Each day all over the world, people are embracing their own journey in tap dance. But quickly they learn that without the necessary tools and community support, their initial excitement and determination dwindles, and in many cases, burns out.
No wonder so many people give up tap dance far short of discovering the magic of this incredible, soul-nourishing art form.
introducing, taptopia: a global community, connected by tap dance
Our private online community; a safe, welcoming space for people of all ages, cultures, locations, levels and tap styles to gather, connect, support and share together.
inside taptopia...
From the beginning, we've set out to create a space where we can all be ourselves, grow on our tap journey, and share it together.
Specifically, TAPTOPIA is built upon 3 core pillars:
1. community Platform
Each member will receive 24/7 access to the Taptopia community group platform; a clean, private & curated network where members can share, comment and interact together.
2. ongoing learning content
Membership includes access to ongoing tap classes each month (taught by Bill, Tiarna, or a carefully selected special guest) + access to all class replays.
3. community catchup calls & Other Events
Members are invited to join a monthly live Community Call with Bill, Tiarna and the team, where we dive into specific tap topics together, share updates, ask questions, talk tap dance and everything else.
the primary requirement to become a member?
That you are on a tap dance journey, or would like to be.
Everyone's journey is different, and if you're reading this, then your journey has well-and-truly begun.
Taptopia might be for you if...
You’ve felt alone or lacking in support on your tap dance journey (perhaps even resulting in your tap dance dream being shelved for another time).
You’ve struggled to find ongoing learning content at a level appropriate for you.
You’ve struggled to receive individual feedback that makes sense.
You’ve struggled to maintain practice consistency.
You’d like to meet and interact with new tap friends across the world.
You’re looking for guidance, direction and accountability on your tap dance journey.
You’d like ongoing, happy-challenging learning content to help you build consistent progress.
You’d like to connect directly with Bill (award-winning founder of JustTapDance.com, the acclaimed video courses for beginners) + Tiarna (Co-Community Manager) + special guests!
You’re willing to take an active role in a warm, welcoming community of people, like you, each on their own tap journey.
Taptopia is probably NOT for you if...
You’re completely satisfied with how your tap journey is unfolding and all the resources you have available (go you!).
The wonderous, fulfilling combination of sound, movement and rhythm we call ‘tap dance’ doesn’t excite or inspire you at all.
taptopia: a safe, supportive community for all
Taptopia offers its members:
A safe place to ask questions, share wins or struggles, commit to challenges, and learn and grow without fear of judgment or rejection.
Connection and friendship opportunities with fellow tap dancers across the world.
First access to new offerings from Taptopia.
A community that welcomes members of all ages, regardless of backgrounds, race, orientation, level of ability.
The opportunity to receive tailored feedback & advice from Bill, co-community manager Tiarna and other tap professionals.
A focused environment to accelerate the unique tap journey of each member, with no ‘fluff’, no advertising and no noisy distractions.
A privacy-first, invitation-based attitude toward all current and future aspects of the community. Members are never forced to do or take part in anything they don’t feel comfortable with.
"A warm, welcoming and inspirational place."
- Susan, England
AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY THROUGH TAPTOPIA'S 'ALL-ACCESS PASS'
Your Hosts
Bill Simpson
Creator of Taptopia & Just TAP
I first discovered tap dance at age 16, I've been making noise with my feet ever since.
For more than 20 years, I've made a career as tap dance performer, choreographer and educator. I created Just TAP to help people across the world learn tap dance, and to date, more than 3500 students have enrolled in the course series.
I love photography, writing, coffee, going to the movies, and pretty much everything else! I have a beautiful dog; Ellie a golden labrador (named after my favorite tap dancer, Eleanor Powell).
I'm proud of what we're building with Taptopia, and can't imagine life without it.
Tiarna Leigh
Co-Founder of Taptopia & Community Manager
Hi! I'm Tiarna. I began tap dancing at age 2 (along with many other forms of dance), and basically haven’t stopped since.
I graduated from ED5 International with a Diploma in Musical Theatre (my favorite style of dance, alongside tap).
I’ve spent many years performing and teaching. I'm currently enjoying choreographing my own work, with Bob Fosse and Ann Reinking being my biggest creative influences.
Outside of dance my many loves include, yoga, dogs, coffee and being a life-long Taylor Swift fan (AKA, 'Swiftie').
Taptopia is a wonderful, fulfilling community - I'm always excited to see how it unfolds!
Investment
LIMITED TIME OFFER:
~ USE CODE '2025TAPGOALS' FOR AN ADDITIONAL 25% OFF ~
$29
Monthly
(USD)
$75
Quarterly
~ $25 PER MONTH (USD)
$257
Annually
~ $21 PER MONTH (USD)
Membership Includes:
Access to Taptopia’s entire course catalog (including the Just TAP series, recently remastered specially for this release)
- Access to the Taptopia Community & platform.
Access to ongoing video classes (with Bill, Tiarna or special guest teachers), for levels: Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced.
Access to Taptopia’s entire video class archive.
Access to monthly members only community calls hosted by Bill & Tiarna.
First access to new course offerings.
Weekly accountability.
Monthly challenges.
Peer to peer messaging with other members.
Lock in this price for the life of your subscription (it will never go up).
The doors to Taptopia will open to new members in:
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taptopia is calling...​
Gregory Hines (1946 - 2003) summed it up perfectly...
Because we do not judge each other, we love each other. If you have a pair of tap shoes, you're in. If you want it, we want you.
THIS is the spirit of Taptopia. If you want in, we want you.
what our members are saying
Taptopia - I just love it! Everything about it has such a positive vibe. It is a warm, welcoming and inspirational place where people can meet up, share ideas, struggles, celebrate achievements and support one another, all brought about through our shared love of tap. With Bill and Tiarna at the helm, we have two amazing dance professionals and all round lovely people to help us along our tap journey. I think myself so very lucky to have discovered this community. Life is better with Taptopia. It is my little ray of sunshine.
Taptopia has become an integral, important part of my life - it nourishes both body and soul. There is support, interest, sharing, encouragement, compassion, fun and humor. It's a healthy, safe world that feels really good in these strange times. I've received many valuable tips in addition to the great, versatile tap learning material. For me, a real luxury (as an ex-dancer) is to receive such good individual feedback from Tiarna & Bill.
Without all of these loving people, I would never have grown so quickly and so easily. I warmly recommend Taptopia, and I'm exciting to welcome new members - arms and hearts are open!
Taptopia, a community of tap dancers of all different levels, where we can attend live Zoom classes and community chats, and where we can share our successes or ask advice on something we're working on. It's nice to know that even when I can't attend the live classes, I can come to the Taptopia platform in my own time and watch the replay videos.
I highly recommend Taptopia. Whether you're a beginner or a more advanced tapper, you're welcome here.
I am thrilled that Taptopia exists! The community is warm, safe, and encouraging. It was only with Taptopia that I was truly able to progress (consistently!), and achieve a lot more with my tap dance - it would never have been possible for me in a dance school. I feel challenged and enriched. An experience for every age!
The community group and the support from fellow Taptopians globally is just amazing. It's unique, and really really special.
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Worry not, friend. The group isn’t about how far along your tap journey you are, just that you’re on one.Â
We welcome all adults, regardless of age. From time to time, we do come across mature, driven younger tap dancers who’d very much like to be involved. If this is you, reach out to us here and we’ll let you know if Taptopia is a good fit.
We like to keep things simple and straightforward, and provide clear instructions for how to get set up with everything, as well as all the ins-and-outs of using the group, accessing the live calls and classes. We also have members within the group who’ve volunteered to help should you ever need a hand or have a question. And of course, we’re only ever an email or message away.
It’s up to you! Each person’s journey with Taptopia is naturally very different. We encourage members to engage as much as they realistically can; our experience has shown that the more someone engages, the more they will get out of it.
Currently, our live community calls take place on the third Tuesday of each month (alternating between Zoom classes and community check-ins / discussion groups). Subject to change, but only if really really necessary.
For each call, class or event, we offer two different time options for students to join. These are adjusted across the year to account for timezone changes, but are usually:
- Tuesday 12:00am Pacific Time (Best for UK, Europe, Australia Evening)
- Tuesday 5:30pm Pacific Time (Best for USA, Canada, Asia, Australia Morning)
Check your timezone with this nifty converter.
Timing doesn’t work? Don’t worry. Each Zoom call and class is recorded and made available in the Taptopia group platform.
Sometimes, we all need a little help on the journey. Members will have the option to receive personalized individual feedback (provided by Bill and/or Tiarna, either written or filmed) on videos that they choose to share. Completely optional, but recommended!
In each intake round, we allocated memberships to gift to the tap community, some of them gifted by the community members themselves! The decision to offer a scholarship is based upon merit, financial need, the exemplification of Taptopia spirit, and/or at the discretion of the management team. If you’re interested in applying for a scholarship, please mention this in your application.
Hooray! To take the next step, click here or any of the buttons on this page.
"Taptopia has become an integral, important part of my life. Great, versatile tap learning material."
- Kerstin, Germany
We think you'll love it
We recognize the many nations and cultures that shape and contribute to
the art of Tap Dance, but acknowledge tap as an African-American
art-form at its roots, which directly influenced the dancers of the
‘golden era’ of Hollywood, in-turn popularizing Tap across the
world.
We also acknowledge the First Nations Peoples of Australia - the
traditional owners of the land on which we join you from - and pay
respects to their elders, past and present.
The next intake cut-off closes in:
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We hope to welcome you inside.
Still have questions?
this is probably not for you if...
You’re completely satisfied with how your tap journey is unfolding and all the resources you have available (go you!).
The wonderous, fulfilling combination of sound, movement and rhythm we call ‘tap dance’ doesn’t excite or inspire you at all.