| Tap dancers, students, and teachers know the | | | | chances are it will end up unused and hidden in the |
| importance of being able to perform, practice, and | | | | garage. Additionally, make sure the tap dance mat is |
| choreograph regardless of space limitations. When | | | | lightweight enough for you to transport with ease. |
| you own a portable tap mat, you can perfect those | | | | Check the backing of the mat before buying. You will |
| challenging tap dance combinations in the privacy of | | | | want to make sure that it will protect the floor or |
| your living room. | | | | carpet it is on and stay in place while you are dancing. |
| Teachers can choreograph routines at home without | | | | The backing of the tap dancing mat should also |
| having to pay for costly studio rental space. Dancers | | | | provide some kind of shock absorption in order to |
| can hold impromptu performances almost anywhere | | | | prevent injuries that can occur from repetitive tap |
| there is an audience. There are many choices | | | | dancing. |
| available, so here are some things to consider when | | | | Tap dancers make music with their feet. As a |
| buying a tap dance mat. | | | | musician, a tap dancer will want to choose a tap mat |
| Make sure the size of the tap mat will fit into your | | | | that will produce quality sounds. Selecting a material |
| space and offer enough room for you to execute | | | | that produces a resonant and rich sound, as well as |
| steps correctly. Portability is also key. If you have to | | | | provide a non-slippery surface is critical for dancers to |
| assemble and take apart a complex flooring system, | | | | work at their highest level. |