Applications are OPEN for Woodshed 2025!
2025 Mentors coming soon!
2024 Mentors…
What is Woodshed?
Simply put, this is a mentorship program designed for high level tap dancers looking to not only improve their skills, but to become more connected to the tap community. Dancers work directly with industry professionals to learn their techniques, philosophies, and their pathways as an artist. All of this is set in an environment of like minded tap dancers in the mountains of Colorado, away from the distractions of the world. Isn’t it time to go to the shed?
What are your tap dance goals?
If you are looking for a unique experience, one that will help you develop your voice as a tap dancer and push you to your technical limits, then The Woodshed Experience is the perfect event.
How do I get to Woodshed?
Follow the steps below to begin your journey to the Woodshed Experience.
step one
Apply - Fill out the online application and submit the $30 application fee.
step two
Upload - Submit a video demonstrating technique, musicality, and improvisational skills.
step three
Email - If this is your first Woodshed, submit a letter of recommendation from your current teacher or mentor.
step four
Receive - An email confirmation will be sent to you confirming your application and details moving forward.
Woodshed 2024 is back at ESTES PARK, COLORADO!!!
“Created for high level tap dancers seeking to experience tap dance through their mentor’s journey.”
malana murphy | Founder
This video was created by 2024 Woodshed alumni, Michael Dascomb in Estes Park, Colorado…enjoy!
History
I created the Woodshed Experience in 2018 for the same reason I have created all of the other events that I produce…to provide opportunities for tap dancers that didn’t exist or were inaccessible when I was young. I wanted to have a program that allowed students to shed their daily distractions by retreating to the mountains, and to literally walk in the footsteps of their mentors. This unique opportunity allows these students to train with the best mentors of our generation and ask all of the tough questions about tap dance and their future as tap dancers.
To be honest, this experience has surpassed even my initial dreams and expectations. We have had the honor of working with mentors who give so graciously of their talents, time, and support to the these students. And I have seen life-long friendships develop through this process. I am honored to be able to hold this event each year and couldn’t do it without the support of my friends, family, and the tap community.
The Experience
Created especially for the serious tap dancer looking for emersion into the tap world, this experience will dive into the complexities of the processes of their mentor and develop relationships that will last a lifetime.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
8-Day residency with your Mentor
Classes throughout the week with all Mentors
Discovery classes (past classes have included history, film, etc)
Performance sharing opportunity
Time to explore National Rocky Mountains
Variety of group activities
8 days and 7 nights of lodging
All meals while at camp
Shuttle transport to and from Denver airport (times are restricted)
Woodshed T and gear
Relationships and experiences that will last a lifetime
DISCOVERY CLASSES
Technique
Musicality
History
Film
Teaching Tap
Strong focus on improvisation and developing your own voice as a tap dancer
A glimpse into Woodshed!