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M’Kayla Kongnetiman, tap dance instructor and founder of Fancy Footwork Dance Project in Calgary

Where Rhythm Comes to Life

...ONE STEP AT A TIME

Tap Dance Classes in Calgary for Youth & Emerging Artists that builds musicality, confidence, and artistry.

Professional-level tap dance rehearsal in a Calgary studio

FANCY FOOTWORK DANCE PROJECT

Tap, Music & Community in Every Step.

Fancy Footwork Dance Project is a Calgary-based tap dance program offering youth classes, workshops, private lessons, and performance training. Founded by internationally influenced tap artist M’Kayla Kongnetiman, Fancy Footwork blends rhythm, music, mentorship, and community into every step.

This dance project was created to showcase the powerful connection rhythm can build, not only within ourselves but also between one another. Our goal is to provide a supportive and professional space where students can grow in skill, confidence, and artistry while finding joy in the rhythm of dance.

Why Choose Fancy Footwork Dance Project?

Children learning tap dance techniques in a supportive Calgary class

Musical & Creative

Calgary’s only tap project grounded in deep musical exploration

Tap dance workshop in Calgary led by an internationally trained instructor

Expert Instruction

Led by an internationally influenced tap artist

Youth tap dancers developing confidence and musicality in Calgary

Unique Focus

Focus on community + mentorship

Group tap dance workshop focused on rhythm and musical exploration

Inclusive

Inclusive & culturally rooted learning

Tap dance students practicing rhythm and musicality in a Calgary studio

Accessible

Accessible options: private, group, performance training

M’Kayla Kongnetiman performing tap dance with rhythmic expression
M’Kayla Kongnetiman, tap dance instructor and founder of Fancy Footwork Dance Project in Calgary

ABOUT OUR FOUNDER

Meet M’Kayla

I have been passionate about dance & music for as long as I can remember. One of the main objectives that I have as a young artist & choreographer is showcasing the unity rhythm & music can create.

OUR SERVICES 

Workshops & Master Classes

Open level classes that have focus on understanding music, strengthening technique & the importance of tap/dance history.

Private Lessons

One on one lessons with the specific objective on each individuals learning goals & needs.

Performance Team

Train professionally with M'Kayla to perform on-stage, and refine your stage presence, technique. 

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Join the Fancy Footwork Dance Project

where every step leads you to a new level of connection and purpose

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