Knock On Wood Tap Studio -- tap dance classes, workshops, and special events for all ages! The studio, located in Washington, D.C. It's never too late to start!
Since opening in 1994, our studio has continued to redefine conventional tap dance. At Knock On Wood, we specialize in rhythm tap, a form of percussive dance that gives you the skills to make music with your feet. is one of only a few facilities of its kind in the United States. At Knock On Wood Tap Studio, our students start as young as 2 years (in a parent/child class) old, learning basic steps
05/26/2026
KOW Faculty Sam Heimowitz will hold another session of the historical Chair Dance and the B.S. Chorus this Sunday at 3. FOR THOSE WHO DON’T KNOW THESE DANCES, HERE IS YOUR CHANCE TO GET THEM IN YOUR REPERTOIRE!
FOR THOSE WHO ALREADY KNOW THE PIECES, COME TO THE CLASS AT (4 FOR $15) TO BE BLOCKED INTO IT FOR THE SHOWCASE! If you already know the pieces and want a review, sign up for the entire class!
05/24/2026
Clips from Baakari’s nightclub tap jam Friday night! The mood was smooth, vibe glittery! Food and drink smoothed the way with tunes from The Herb Scott trio! All kind of tap and fun-join us next time!
05/22/2026
We are setting up and getting ready for you to join us at Baakari’s nightclub!!
05/22/2026
Knock On Wood Tap studio faculty and board members helped the Southwest DC library celebrate their 5th birthday yesterday! Thanks for having us perform, talk about history, and lead very spirited audience participation! And thanks to The Southwest Bwid for including us in the festivities!
Learning the Chair Dance and the B.S.Chorus this afternoon with faculty Sam Heimowitz! There will be another opportunity to learn these pieces and perform them on June 14 for those who missed it today. Stay tuned!
05/12/2026
Discover what makes our resident youth ensemble Capitol Tap a good choice for your young artist. Auditions happening throughout the month of May!
05/08/2026
Come on, what is better than dancing with your young child? No experience necessary! Be there tomorrow!
05/07/2026
Get your spot now for this exciting historical pieces class with the talented (and social media performer)Sam Heimowitz. Sam grew up at Knock On Wood and now gives back to his community!
This class is in 10 days!! You don’t want to miss this where you will learn two important tap history dances!
| Monday | 5:30pm - 9pm |
| Tuesday | 5:45pm - 9pm |
| Thursday | 1:30pm - 2:30pm |
| 5:30pm - 8:30pm | |
| Saturday | 10am - 3pm |