If your dancer could use a serious breakthrough in confidence, performance, and self-belief, this event is guaranteed to deliver.
This isn't just a summer campโฆ itโs a transformational tap dance experience.
๐ก Are they craving more motivation and meaning in their dancing?
๐ก Want a proven way to sharpen their tap skills, mindset, and musicality this summer?
๐ก Looking for something fresh, exciting, and actually useful for next competition season?
โ YES? Then this is exactly what they need.
Sunday July 20 โ Tuesday July 22
๐๏ธ 9:30am โ 4:30pm
๐ Elements Dance Co: 1021 - 521 Gateway Road NE, Airdrie
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Only 25 dancers accepted.
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Open to ages 12+
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All levels welcome. We mix abilitiesโbut everyone leaves better!
...Itโs a full-body, full-mind bonanza of drills, exercises, combos, improv secrets, and coaching you won't find anywhere else in Alberta.
And because most dancers in our survey asked for help with confidence and performance, weโre going deep on that.
Weโll use pages from my book You Came To Slay in real time to build inner strength, mental toughness, and self-esteem.
Yes, theyโll improve their tap steps. But theyโll also unlock the confidence theyโve been craving.
Itโs part tap summer camp, part leadership retreat, and 100% results-driven. And itโs only happening once this summer!
โญ Technique drills, flash skills, and more thrills than a theme park!
โญ What to do when your nerves kick in so you donโt freeze on stage
โญ Why performance confidence matters more than choreography
โญ Ways to be more articulate and precise with tap footwork
โญ How to freestyle in tap even if youโve never improvised before
โญ When to dial up the emotion and how to connect with an audience
โญ How to unlock clarity, speed and strength in your sound
โญ Time steps you must know, (and ones you've never seen before!)
โญ How to learn choreography faster than ever before
โญ What makes judges reward your routine over someone elseโs
โญ How to breathe life into choreography (no more robotic dancing!)
โญ The secret pro dancers actually use for cleaner wings and pickups
โญ Why mindset matters in competitive tap... especially for teens
โญ How to build your own warm-up so youโre ready for any event
โญ Music theory basics for tap dancers- YES, you can finally speak music!
โญ How to have fun, fun, and more fun in a drama-free environment!
Click below to securely register for the CALGARY tap dance summer intensive.
Weโll use this during the intensive to unlock clarity and boost confidence. Itโs packed with thought-provoking questions dancers will reflect on in real time. ($39 value!)
This is a huge deal. Many dancers see noticeable growth in just ONE session. Youโll get personalized feedback and tools to apply all year, and VIPs get a discount on future bookings, FOREVER. ($99 value!)
This is where the breakthroughs really happen. Weโll meet 2x in Sept, 2x in Oct, 2x in Nov, and once in Dec to coach motivation, mindset, competition prep, focus, and confidence-building.
Whether youโre in your room, on vacation, or chilling in the car, no tap shoes needed. Just show up and get inspired. ($2,100 value โ $300 per session!)
Interested in a tap solo? Intensive dancers get $250 off my regular choreography rate. Youโll save AND your dancer will shine. ($250 value!)
โ TOTAL VALUE: $2,488 in extras are INCLUDED when you register TODAY.
Just one of these bonuses can make a huge, career impacting difference.
Shawn Byfield sets the bar as a highly respected coach, choreographer and outstanding adjudicator
for dance competitions and festivals. He is also the creator of Dance Teacher Playbook on
LeaderPass, a game-changing resource that helps teachers master class dynamics, build stronger
student connections, and lead with confidence.
Shawn (www.ShawnByfield.com) is a DORA MAVOR MOORE AWARDโข winning choreographer, a
GEMINI AWARDโข nominee and a two-time BLACK CANADIANS AWARDโข nominee. With over
40 years of experience, heโs an energizing instructor and veteran performer dedicated to elevating
dancers and teachers alike.
As an educator trained in tap dance, hip hop, jazz, modern, ballet, musical theatre and more, Shawn
coaches thousands of dancers nationwide. He also created Byfield Dance Experience, Canadaโs
first all-adult dance studio!
As a mindset coach and author of โYou Came To Slay!โ, he helps dancers build confidence,
overcome self-doubt and develop a strong mindset for both the studio and life. His book is a must-
read for dancers 12+ who want to unlock their full potential, and strengthen their mental resilience.
Shawn is a veteran of film and TV, working with stars Adam Sandler, Gregory Hines, Twitch, Zac
Efron, Nasri from Magic!, Andrea Martin, Derek Hough, Barry Lather, BoA, Jason Priestley and
others. Credits include Sneakerella (Disney+), My Spy (Amazon Prime), Self Made (Netflix),
HAIRSPRAY, Make Your Move, The Music Man, The Cheetah Girls (remember that?!) and more!
Most importantly, he is a wired encourager and a positive role model. As a certified coach and trainer
through Maxwell Leadershipโข , Shawn regularly motivates on his Instagram @ShawnByfield,
nationwide on The DanceBug Channel, through workshops, and speaking on stages. His energetic
lessons and guidance leave dancers and audiences excited for the future.
When your dancer attends all 3 days of the Calgary Tap Dance Intensive and doesnโt feel they got game-changing value from the dance material, the wisdom shared, the expert coaching, and the one-on-one attention, Iโll refund every cent.
No questions. No drama. Just an unconditional promise to overdeliver.
Click below to securely register for the CALGARY tap dance summer intensive.
โ๏ธ Do they feel nervous or unsure before they compete?
โ๏ธ Do they hold back or struggle with self-confidence?
โ๏ธ Do they love tap, but havenโt had access to a mentor who really โgets itโ?
โ๏ธ Do you wish they had more belief in themselvesโon stage and off?
โ๏ธ Are they the strongest in their class, and need more challenge?
Shawn Byfield
๐น 3 powerful days of training, tap drills, performance mindset, improv + more
๐น Signed copy of my book, plus real-time use in person
๐น Free 1-1 private coaching +
๐น 7 free group sessions
๐น Choreo discount
๐น $2,488 total value for ONLY $597
๐น Only 25 dancers accepted, age 12+. First come first served
๐น At Elements Dance Co, Airdrie
๐น Dates: July 20โ22, 2025
Youโve tried classes. Youโve done competitions.
This summer, itโs time to unlock your dancerโs next level.
Confidence. Clarity. Tap mastery. Letโs do this.
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