RIFF Registration opens August 15, 2026
Sale price available until 9/15/26
Pre Professional Tracs are designed for the highest level of tap dancer who is accustomed to the tap festival scene. Minimum age is 15. If under 15, a video submission will be required to confirm placement. The Pre Professional tracs are our most advanced classes operating at a very fast speed and are designed for dancers who are or are emerging into the professional world of tap dance. Must have a solid grasp of advanced technique, musicality and improvisation.
Advanced Trac is for the serious tap dancer who is well versed in technique, musicality and comes with a substantial knowledge base. These are advanced classes operating at a very fast pace with an advanced level of technique and musicality. Minimum age is 12.
Intermediate Trac is for the tap student who has been studying for a few years at an intermediate level or or longer. This trac is for those tap dancers with a strong base of technique and who are looking for a more relaxed pace of class. This trac will challenge all ages! Dancers must have a solid grasp of basic technique and musicality. (Not for beginners)
RIFF RAFF Trac is back by popular demand! This trac is for the tap student who has just begun studying with a couple of years under their belt. RIFF RAFF is for those tap dancers with a very basic understanding of technique and musicality, and is designed for 6-9 year old dancers. While this is not an absolute beginner trac, it is for those very young dancers looking to see what the tap festival world is all about!
The Adult Trac is designed for working tap professionals, whether that be a performer, teacher, etc. or for adult tap dancers that love the art of tap dance! Attendee must be 18+ and of advanced to adv/intermediate skill level. This trac is perfect for those wanting an in depth course which dives deep into different philosophies of technique while also giving you the advantage of 4 additional class cards to be used in any level of your choice. Attendees must have a solid grasp of technique and musicality.
Student Showcase - The Showcases will take place on Saturday evening. Participants will perform in front of an open audience as well as some of our RIFF Dallas faculty. Dancers will receive instant, on the spot feedback from the faculty panel. There is a fee for performing in the showcase, however spectators are FREE to observe and support. ***ONLY ONE DANCE PER STUDENT*** If you add more than one showcase to your cart, there will be a $10 service fee for the refund.
**Length of dance cannot be over 3 minutes.
SOLOS are $150
DUETS/TRIOS are $85 per dancer
The Beginner Adult Classes are designed for the novice adult tap student. These are a “FUN” first class and tap shoes are recommended but are also optional. We want anyone and everyone to join us in this tap party!
If you purchase both classes, you are automatically invited to our pre-game fun! Mimosas will be served before the first class begins! *Must be 21 or older to join in on the pre-game.
INTERESTED IN ONE OF OUR RIFF DALLAS RESIDENCIES?
2027 Program Info Coming Soon!
***STUDENT SHOWCASE REGISTRATION IS OPENS SEPT 15th***
***Must be registered in a full trac to participate in the showcases***
RESIDENCY APPLICATIONS will open September 15th
Please use the “APPLY FOR A RESIDENCY” button to submit your application for either of the residencies. Once accepted, you can add the residency to your cart for payment.
Items needed for application:
Complete the online form
Upload a sample video
Both residencies will be approximately 8-9 hours of rehearsal and choreography time and will culminate in a performance at the TAPN2TAP Concert. The residencies will begin Friday morning, January 15th. All residencies will be at the festival site, The Renaissance by Marriott.
If you have any questions, please email us at riffdallastap@gmail.com.