Happy Customers

"Thought you might like to know that our parents got a sneak peek of Tapatak Oz yesterday when we showcased a few of the exercises from some of the tap levels. Our kids tapping has improved out of sight ... I was so impressed and so were the parents!! It's such a fun syllabus Christine, the kids love it :))"
- Kim Bowkett
Principal - Theatre and Dance - Brisbane, QLD
(Dec 2011)

"I have been teaching tap for around 10 years now and have experienced a plethora of syllabi both as a student and a teacher.
It is incredibly important to have a system that’s specifically designed to develop young tap dancers, not only by teaching them harder steps each time they advance a level, but by expanding their knowledge of steps they’ve learnt in earlier grades and I’ve never taught something that did this as well as Christine Denny’s TAPATAK OZ.
I absolutely love teaching the combinations and dances from TAPATAK OZ but on top of that, I have equally as much fun learning them myself in preparation for my classes!
With routines and combinations that are full of intricate rhythms but done in a way that makes sense to people of all ages, TAPATAK OZ is a fun way to achieve things you never thought possible!
If you own your own dance school and want to step up the standard of your tap students, look no further than TAPATAK OZ."
- David Sheather
[Australia's Got Talent Finalist 2009 (Red Hot Rhythm), Worldwide Corporate Entertainer]
(Nov 2011)

"We are loving TAPATAK OZ!
Our students thoroughly enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere of our first session of exams- throw away the leotards and buns and actually feel like you are doing a modern/up- to- date tap exam. Everyone at the studio is already looking forward to next years exams!!
The syllabus is funky and rhythmical without “plinky plonky old school tap music” and the best part about it is that is completely different from my own style. All of my teachers are thoroughly enjoying the DVDs, finding them enjoyable and easy to follow.
I was never going to bother with tap exams at my studio, as I didn’t think there was a syllabus out there that my students would enjoy and subsequently benefit from, so I am so grateful to Christine that she has devised this up-to-date system that caters to the market of today - combining, fun, challenge and technique!!"
- Shannon Atkins
Principal “Dance Technique” – Varsity Lakes, Gold Coast, QLD
(Oct 2011)

"Well we had our first week back and my first week teaching the Tapatak Oz tap syllabus!! I love it, the kids love it, and we have even more students enrolling who had dropped out last year - wanting to come back after they saw what they were missing!! I feel like a tap teacher again!! (having had to teach really old exam work before). Anyway - I just thought I would let you know that we all love what you have put together!"
- Tina Sparks
Tap teacher - Dynamite Dance, Upper Coomera, QLD
(Feb 2011)

"In 2009 Ignite Dance Studio introduced the Tapatak Oz syllabus into the Senior classes. The seniors loved the challenge of the rhythms and combinations and kept asking for more each week. 2010 has seen the studio introduce the syllabus into the intermediate and junior levels as well as expanding the Senior work.
All the children absolutely love the syllabus and always leave the class with "happy feet" and of course this makes for "happy days" for the teacher. In fact, in my 25 years of teaching I have never seen the situation where the children in an RAD ballet class two or three days later, are tapping out the latest combinations from tap class, still aiming to get it exactly right.
CONGRATULATIONS CHRISTINE!!
This is an excellent Syllabus for all the grades, displaying your brilliant tapping ability and background whilst still being challenging and encouraging for all grades.
Thank you for allowing us to have access to this fabulous work."
- Melinda Scherer
Ignite Dance Studio, Bundaberg, QLD
(Nov 2010)

"My students are loving the Tapatak Oz classes that I am offering this year. I started teaching one class a week of the Tapatak Oz System and this has now grown to three a week.
The students love them. I have had ex-students return to the studio to learn this style as I usually teach the traditional Broadway style and this is very different.
I will be in contact soon to order more of the DVDs and once again thank you for a fantastic tap system."
- Jayne Spencer
Jayne’s Southern Dance Studio, Adelaide, Australia
(Mar 2010)

"I have just finished teaching your Tapatak Oz Senior Disc One to my senior tap class and just wanted to let you know that they are loving it.
It’s great you brought out something like this as a lot of my senior girls are in their 20’s and wanted a challenge –so it’s great to finally get them out of their comfort zone and into something a bit more funky and different.
I showed my boss as well and she was so impressed with how you had done your dvd for viewing and learning purposes, so I am hoping to eventually bring in your junior stuff as a fun thing to do after tap exams.
I will definitely be purchasing the next Senior Disc for my seniors to give them a challenge as well.
Thanks again and please let me know if you still do any classes or workshops around Sydney as I would love to come."
- Nardia Knapman
Valerie Smith Stage School, Sydney, Australia
(Mar 2010)

"I received the Tapatak Oz package and watched the DVDS and they are really fantastic, really well done! I shall soon try to buy the others…….a presto e ancora complimenti."
- Gianni Mancini
Torino, Italy
(Aug 2009)

"I am a parent of 2 girls that both dance (10 yrs and 14 yrs old) and they have been tapping for approximately 4 years. Since moving to UDA this year and experiencing Tapatak Oz they have improved out of sight! They love it so much and it shows in their dancing! So – a huge thank you to you!"
- Jill Sturgess
Parent from Universal Dance Academy, Canberra, ACT
(8 July 2009)

"Finally – some exciting tap!! And who better to do it then Christine Denny.
I have trained under Christine and loved her style from the beginning. As Head Teacher of the newest Dance Academy in Canberra, I am so proud to spread the word about TAPATAK OZ created by a tap extraordinaire!
All the students at U.D.A are LOVING this new, fresh style. It’s modern - it’s different - and it’s up with the times.
What a challenge for us all, and as a tap instructor it makes my job much more interesting and enjoyable. The DVDs themselves are nice and easy to learn from and the content is fantastic!
Definitely the buy of the year!
I have no doubt that using this syllabus will help our academy grow."
- Miss Linda Storta
Universal Dance Academy, Canberra, ACT (May 2009)

"Thank you Christine for inspiring our growing school of tap dancers with your endless energy and passion for tap. Not only are you an extremely talented tap dancer and choreographer, you are also a brilliant teacher and communicator. The students gained so much from your three days here in Mildura, especially my young student teachers who soaked up your advice in the special two hour teacher’s workshop. We can’t wait to continue your work in preparation for our 50th anniversary performance at the end of the year."
- Libby Kennedy
Mildura Ballet & Dance Guild, Mildura, Victoria ( April 2009)

"We have started Tapatak Oz at The Dance Works (DW) and the kids are enjoying it. The teachers are still studying the resources and are very impressed with the amount of work there is to cover. Our main teacher is Scott Woodward and he loves it. The kids and teachers (Scott, Summer, Cassie and Lauren) are all wrapped in the fact that they now have some continuity with and movement between classes.
Thanks again."
- Cornelia Cassimatis
The Dance Works (DW), Brisbane, QLD (Feb 2009)

"Good morning. Well let’s just say the muscles are slightly killing me! Tapatak Oz is going really well and the kids are really enjoying themselves. You’ve put together a wonderful syllabus and my little girl just loves watching Miss Christine on the TV at home."
- Sammy Gunner
Principal, Break It Down School of Entertainment, Brisbane, Queensland (Feb 2009)

"I recently purchased Tapatak Oz and am thrilled with it. Congratulations on this product. You have definitely inspired me and I love your teaching style."
- Vera Anderson
Anderson School of Dance, ACT - Kim Harvey School of Dance, ACT (Feb 2009)

"Thanks Christine. I’m very impressed with your website and your DVDs. This is just a start and it will definitely freshen up my classes."
- Alison Cotterell
Street Jam, The Gold Coast, Queensland (Feb 2009)

"Tapatak Oz is great. I really love the work. It’s nice to be able to buy this kind of style of tap and instructional DVD in Australia. Usually I buy a lot from America! Hope to buy more in the future."
- Leigh Hodgkiss
Directions Dance Academy, Cnr Carlisle & Carlton St, Camden Park, SA (Feb 2009)

"I just wanted to email you to say thank you for coming over and hosting such a wonderful class it was FANTASTIC. Being a teacher you sometimes forget how exciting it is to actually participate in a tap class. Your tapping was both exciting and fun and inspired me to keep thinking of new rhythms to teach. My students also had a great time and I know they will be practicing those steps for weeks. Please keep me informed of any other workshops you may do here in Perth as I will definitely be happy to participate."
- Emma Dabrowski
Teacher, Dance Fusion, Perth (March 2008)

"We LOVED the workshop on the weekend and can’t stop talking about it. I hope you can come again very soon, we learnt heaps of really cool stuff, so much fun too!"
- Hannah O’Dea
Student, Susan Jayne Academy, Perth (March 2008)

"My students all loved your workshop over the weekend. They particularly liked learning your style of tapping and the different rhythms you created – which is different from the exam work they are currently doing. It’s great for them to have this experience. Thanks very much and please let us know when you return. "
- Cathy Crooks
Teacher, Cathy Crooks Dance Centre, Perth (March 2008)

"Just to let you know all my kids loved your workshops. Thanks very much for a very fun and challenging weekend – definitely want to know of any news you have and anything going on."
- Chris Money
Parent, Susan Jayne Academy, Perth (March 2008)

Industry Praise

"........And I have to thank you Christine (creator of TAPATAK OZ) as you were a big part of my Tap development and I wouldn’t have had the success I had with my tap adventures without your involvement!! Thankyou Ms Christine!"
- Matt Lee ( Judge SYTYCD (Australia), Bert in Mary Poppins ( Australia), Happy Feet, Hot Shoe Shuffle, Bootmen, Steel City)
September 2010

Industry Praise

"Christine Denny certainly knows everything about rhythm and communicating through your feet. She has an incredible knowledge of tap and tap techniques. Any instructional video by Christine is definitely going to thoroughly educate the dancer and arm them with the knowledge necessary to pursue a career as a professional tap dancer."
- Kelley Abbey (Sweet Charity, West Side Story, Grease, Fame, Footloose, Boy From Oz, Happy Feet, So You Think You Can Dance – Judge and Choreographer)
July 2009

"Christine is one of the most highly respected tap teachers in the country. Christine's ability and technique is second to none. These DVD's are a must for any dance school or professional wishing to achieve their greatest potential."
- Keith Hawley (West Side Story, Sugar Babes, La Cage aux Folles , Easter Parade, The Mikado, Managing Director www.fyi.com.hk Hong Kong)

"At last! I have been waiting an age for this…Christine Denny has released a DVD series containing all her wonderful teaching techniques, exercises and choreography. As a valued member of the Australian Tap Community, Christine’s expertise is constantly sought choreographically and on an educational level. I have had the fortune to work alongside Christine in a teaching capacity and the even greater fortune of dancing her choreography. The work is inspiring but most of all fun to dance!! Her knowledge of rhythms and tap technique is extraordinary. There are few people in Australia who do it better than Christine! We are so lucky to have her sharing her work with us all. Can’t wait to get the DVD set and start dancing!"
- Caroline Kaspar (Billy Elliot, Happy Feet, Chicago, Sweet Charity, 42nd St, Hot Shoe Shuffle)

"Christine has been on the tap scene in Australia as long as I have. Her knowledge and passion for the dance art has never lost its strength and a Tap DVD series is an ideal way for her tapping 'voice' to be heard. Christine's clear and clean approach to rhythms and technique can now be shared by all. "
- Chris Horsey (Winner Fred Astaire International Tap Championship, Hot Shoe Shuffle (West End), Tap Dogs (Broadway), Bootmen (Fox Searchlight Pictures))

"I have known Christine Denny for nearly 15 years. She is highly regarded in the entertainment industry for her incredible tapping ability and is without doubt a leader in the field. Her absolute brilliance in tap education is extraordinary. Her unique method, in a class of its own. Christine’s rhythms and style are incredibly distinctive and original. When Christine told me she was making a series of tap DVDs I was thrilled. If you are interested in learning tap then she is one of the best to learn from. Christine has created a fresh, exciting and fun way to learn."
- Nathan Wright
The Rocky Horror Show (Associate Choreographer), 2007 Special Olympics (Choreographer), 2006 Asian Games (Assistant choreographer to Jason Coleman), Moulin Rouge, Happy Feet, Hot Shoe Shuffle, Shout, Mama Mia, Leader of the Pack. Pippin, Eurobeat, Oh! What a Night, Get Happy, Jesus Christ Superstar

"Christine is probably the most skilled and experienced tap instructor in Australia. Her work is intelligent and rhythmical, and her choreography world class! Christine makes tapping easy and fun to learn."
- Paul White
ADT, DV8, 2008 Helpmann Award for Best Male Dancer, 2008 Australian Dance Award for Most Outstanding Performance by a Male Dancer.

"Having worked with Christine Denny at The McDonald College from 2001 – 2004, I would like to say that she is one of the most motivated and professional people I know. Her work is always exciting, entertaining, creative and very rhythmical. I would go so far as to say she is one of the best tap dancers/choreographers in Australia."
- Aaron Farley
Hot Shoe Shuffle, Crazy For You, Chicago

"Christine’s classes are always innovative and her tap style is a refreshing and exciting blend of rhythm and tempo. I always come away from the class feeling great and enlightened! I would recommend these classes to anyone - from beginners to professional performers. Christine can do anything!"
- Simon Wright
Original Cast of Raw Metal

"Christine Denny has a unique gift for rhythm which she uses to great effect in her choreography.  She is exceptional to work with, inspiring and talented in passing on her knowledge and in depth understanding of tap dancing to others.  Knowing of Christine's work in the UK and Australia she was asked to choreograph a tap solo for Wayne Sleep where Christine excelled herself, mixing various styles to create a show stopping number. I adore the way she can walk into a rehearsal room, put everyone at their ease and achieve the greatest results within the time permitted. Because of Christine's talent, passion and care for her work, I can strongly recommend what she does, knowing she will bring something new, effective and fun to the world of Tap Dancing."
- Alastair Bull
Cats - West End, Assistant Choreographer to Wayne Sleep, UK (1994 to present day)

"As an educator of Dance in a High School here in Western Australia and previously in New South Wales, I find that Tapatak Oz is an extremely valuable resource for students learning Tap as a style to compliment any school’s dance or arts curriculum and Christine’s easy and enjoyable approach to learning and mastering the art of Tap is to be commended and embraced by all.

"I have been privileged enough to have been taught by Christine for 4 years previously to moving to Perth and found that her style is both unique and fun to learn. Her friendly and approachable manner makes learning tap an amazing experience.

"The Tapatak Oz DVDs are an amazing resource for any dance teacher and school, whether they are a private institution or a public education system. When Christine told me that she was producing a range of DVDs of her work I was thrilled, as now there is finally something out there for teachers and students to use that is both extremely user friendly and fun.

"There are lots of technical exercises and dances that stretch a dancer’s boundaries. This is the most easy to use DVD collection on instructional tap I have ever come across and I highly recommend these DVDs to not only private dance teachers but also to all of those high schools out there who have tap students amongst their classes. The language and instruction given within each DVD is comprehensive and clear and Christine’s breakdown of each step, sequence and dance is very easy to follow and pick up.

"The DVD’s are extremely suitable and match up well with educational syllabi (7 – 12) for high schools across Australia, as we teach all styles of dance which compliment the Contemporary genre available to our students. Even if you do not use it as part of your daily teaching program, it is a great resource to have for when you want to incorporate Tap into a dance item or start up a Tap troupe at your school.

"My students absolutely love Christine’s style of tap that I am using as not only part of our extra curricular activities, but also in my every day teaching within the classroom.

"I recommend this unique and enjoyable style of Tap to help spice up your class time and have no hesitation in saying that the Tapatak Oz DVD’s and syllabus are the best tap dance resource out on the market for any dance teacher."
- Terry Pirlo
Learning Area Coordinator – The Arts, La Salle College, Middle Swan, Perth