Factory Claqué Excellent – Escuela de Tap Dance en Madrid

With more than 12 years of experience, Factory Claqué Excellent was born as the division specialized in tap dance within the prestigious group Factory Ballet Madrid. Our goal is to offer a complete, structured and professional training for all levels, from children to adults, both for beginners and advanced students who want to perfect technique, musicality and style. We are a school dedicated exclusively to Claqué, combining tradition, rhythm, coordination and artistic expression. Our method is based on American technique, musical work with subdivisions, body control, safe progression and classes designed for each student to advance without frustration and enjoying the process.

Where every step becomes art and every moving soul finds its light

MADRID

Our Philosophy

"The Tap Dance as a way of life"

In Factory Claque Excellent Madrid we believe that the claqué is rhythm, creativity and personal growth. Our philosophy is committed to quality training, where each student develops technique, musicality and confidence in a close and motivating environment.

In our clap school in Madrid we accompany each dancer to discover his own style and enjoy the process. Here you don’t just learn tap: community is created and talent is promoted.

Group of tap students of different levels participating in a class at Factory Claque Excellent Madrid.
Crat class with students of different levels
Girl dancing tap dancing during a class at Factory Claque Excellent Madrid.
Young student of Factory Claque Excellent Madrid practicing tap steps in class.

Children’s Claque – Children and Teenagers

Programs for ages between 6 and 12+ years, designed to develop:
  • Coordination
  • Rythm and musicality
  • Positive discipline
  • Body expression
  • Confidence and creativity
The levels include 1º Infant (6–8 years old), 2º Children (9–11 years old) and 3º Children (12+). The classes are dynamic, educational and fun, combining technique, rhythmic games and small choreographies adapted to your level.

Children’s Schedule · Tap Level 1

Level Age Day Time
Level 1 – Children 6–8 years Tuesday & Thursday 17:15 — 18:00

Children’s Schedule · Tap Level 2

Level Age Day Time
Level 2 – Children 9–11 years Tuesday & Thursday 18:00 — 18:45

Children’s Schedule · Tap Level 3

Level Age Day Time
Level 3 – Children 12+ years Monday & Wednesday 19:30 — 20:30

Annual Enrollment – Children’s Tap Dance

Annual Enrollment – Children’s Tap Dance

  • Current students: €80 (1 activity)
  • Current students: €120 (Tap Dance + another activity)
  • New students: Please ask at reception for pricing.

Monthly Fees – Children’s Tap Dance

45-minute classes

  • 1 class/week: €68 per month
  • 2 classes/week: €95 per month
  • 3 classes/week: €118 per month

Trial class: €10

(Available only if spots are free and the student has not taken a previous trial class.)

General Conditions

  1. Payments are processed via direct debit.
  2. Enrollment and monthly fees are non-refundable under any circumstances.
  3. To reserve a spot, enrollment fee + current month must be paid.
  4. Payments also accepted via Bizum or bank transfer:
    ES07 2085 9289 4303 3027 1165

Official Tap Dance Uniform

  1. Uniforms are available in the dressing area.
  2. The reception team will indicate the uniform according to level.
  3. The official uniform is mandatory during classes.

Participation in Performances

Only officially enrolled students with up-to-date payments may participate.

Services Included with Enrollment (€80 / €120)

  1. Participation in the Annual June Festival.
  2. Supervision and assistance during the event.
  3. General rehearsals (academy and theatre).
  4. Costume selection.
  5. Costume rental included.
  6. Costume ironing and preparation.
  7. Custom adjustments.
  8. Post-festival costume cleaning and management.
  9. Accessories included (headbands, flowers, gloves, etc.).
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Our mission: Promote artistic talent

Train tap dancers of any age through a solid, technical and musical teaching, preserving the essence of tap dance and adapting it to a modern, accessible and quality training.

We want to bring tap dancing closer to all audiences and promote this unique discipline in Madrid.

Recognized with the European Gold Medal for Merit at Work and the Diploma of Excellence of the Institute for Professional Excellence, we are a reference of professional excellence and artistic commitment.
Adult woman dancing tap dancing during a class at Factory Claque Excellent Madrid.
Adult student of Factory Claque Excellent Madrid practicing tap steps during class.

Adult Tap Dance – Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced

Tap dance is perfect for adults who want to learn from scratch or improve their technique. Our programs focus on:

  • Mastering timing and subdivisions
  • Progressive technique (steps, shuffles, flaps, riffs, time steps…)
  • Body and weight control
  • Foot–body coordination
  • Combinations and choreography

Available levels: Adult Level 1, Adult Level 2, Advanced Level 3, with morning and evening schedules.

Adults Schedule · Level 1 Tap · Beginner (morning)

Level Days Time Room
Level 1 Tap — Beginner Monday to Thursday 10:00 — 11:00 Room A

Adults Schedule · Level 2 Tap · Intermediate (morning)

Level Days Time Room
Level 2 Tap — Intermediate Tuesday and Thursday 11:00 — 12:00 Room A

Adults Schedule · Level 3 Tap · Advanced (morning)

Level Days Time Room
Level 3 Tap — Advanced Monday and Wednesday 11:00 — 12:00 Room B

Adults Schedule · Level 1 Tap · Beginner (afternoon)

Level Days Time Room
Level 1 Tap — Beginner Monday to Thursday 18:30 — 19:30 Room A

Adults Schedule · Level 2 Tap · Intermediate (afternoon)

Level Days Time Room
Level 2 Tap — Intermediate Tuesday and Thursday 19:30 — 20:30 Room A

Adults Schedule · Level 3 Tap · Advanced (afternoon)

Level Days Time Room
Level 3 Tap — Advanced Monday and Wednesday 19:30 — 20:30 Room B

Annual Enrollment

  • Current students: €40 (valid only if you continue year after year).
  • New students: Please check at reception for the corresponding fee.

Prices by Duration and Frequency

1-hour classes:

  • Once a week: €68/month
  • Twice a week: €95/month
  • Three times a week: €118/month
  • Single class: €20

Trial class: €10
(Only if there are available spots and if it’s your first time attending.)

Terms and Payment Methods

  1. Payments are made via direct debit.
  2. Enrollment fees and monthly payments are non-refundable.
  3. To reserve a spot, both enrollment fee and first monthly payment must be paid.
  4. Payments can be made via Bizum or bank transfer:
    ES07 2085 9289 4303 3027 1165

Training for adults and children, as well as intensive tap dance and retreats to experience the dance in depth.

Siempre informado.

Always informed.

On the Stage

Four opportunities a year to shine with your own light

In our school, students have the possibility to act in four annual performances, designed to boost their artistic growth, strengthen their confidence and live the magic of the stage. Each presentation is a celebration of effort, technique and passion for the tap. Because every step counts, and each scenario is a new opportunity to surpass yourself.

12 Years of Experience

Formación profesional
Nacido en Italia, comenzó su formación en la Escuela Scala de Milán y se graduó en la Escuela Rudra Béjart de Lausana.

Carrera como solista
Ha bailado en compañías como el Víctor Teatro Nacional de Florencia, entre otras, trabajando con reconocidos coreógrafos como Nacho Duato, Ohad Naharin, William Forsythe, Víctor Ullate, Thierry Malandain y Maurice Béjart.

Experiencia como Maestro de Ballet
Desde 2017 hasta el cierre de la escuela, fue profesor de ballet y asistente de dirección en el Ballet Víctor Ullate. Actualmente, es profesor de danza en el Moravo Ballet, en la República Checa, donde es responsable de trazar repertorios clásicos y modernos.

Colaboraciones y roles de invitados
Es profesor invitado en varias empresas europeas y ha sido jurado en prestigiosas competiciones nacionales e internacionales.

Situación actual
Actualmente, trabaja como director de escena y maestro en el programa Fordlandia de Lucía Lacarra y Matthew Golding.

Entrenamiento de ballet
Comenzó sus estudios en la Escuela de Ballet de Cuba, hasta que se convirtió en parte del Ballet Nacional del país.

Carrera en televisión y teatro en España
Ha participado en varios programas de televisión como Noche de fiesta, Tu gran noche y Risas y estrellas, entre otros. Además, ha trabajado en el Teatro Real en diferentes producciones.

Cine
Protagonizó la película Salomé, dirigida por Carlos Saura.

Musicales
Ha sido parte de producciones musicales sobresalientes, incluyendo Fame, La Bella y la Bestia, Los productores, Victor/Victoria, Chicago, Cats y

Experiencia internacional
Su carrera ha trascendido fronteras, participando en eventos como el Latin Billboard en Miami, donde bailó con el cantante Don Omar. También ha actuado en un festival anual en Brooklyn, Nueva York.

Formación Académica
En 2012 obtuvo el título de Danza Española en el Conservatorio de Danza Profesional Luis del Río. Durante su formación, en 2008, fue beneficiaria de la beca Jóvenes Talentos en el Centro de Danza Andaluza (CAD) de Sevilla.

En 2016 se graduó en Pedagogía de Danza Española y Flamenco en el Conservatorio Superior de Danza María de Ávila. A lo largo de su carrera académica, ha estudiado con profesores destacados como Óscar Jiménez, Elvira Andrés, Raquel Alarcón, Luis Ortega, Isabel Bayón, José Maldonado, Rosa Ruiz e Israel Galván.

En 2020 obtuvo una maestría en Gestión y Liderazgo Cultural, logrando honores en su tesis de maestría.

Experiencia profesional
Ha trabajado con artistas y empresas de renombre, como Daniel Doña, Teresa Nieto, Aída Gómez, Antonio Márquez y Jesús Lozano.

En 2015 recibió el Premio a la Bailarina Sobresaliente en el Concurso de Coreografía del Distrito de Tetuán, en Madrid.

Profesores

Artistic director

Descubre a nuestro equipo de expertos


En nuestra escuela de claqué, la calidad nace del compromiso de un equipo apasionado.
Natali Pérez, Directora Administrativa, garantiza un funcionamiento impecable, y
Christian Erazo, Director Artístico, impulsa con maestría la creatividad, la musicalidad y la evolución técnica de cada alumno.
Nuestra oferta de clases de claqué en Madrid está diseñada para cubrir desde iniciación hasta niveles avanzados.

Christian Erazo López

Founder, artistic director, and classical ballet teacher with an extensive career in international companies. He has also been appointed Coordinator of the American Ballet Academy, a distinction that reinforces his prestige and leadership in dancer training. Christian Erazo López embodies the spirit of excellence and passion for dance that defines Factory Ballet Madrid.

International Stage Experience

  • Dancer in the Italian production La Última Danza di Federico Secondo.
  • Member of the Contemporary Classical Ballet of Madrid, performing in works such as The Nutcracker, Carmen, Origen, and The Faun.
  • Soloist in roles such as the Toreador in Carmen and featured roles in The Nutcracker.
  • Special participation in a gala held in honor of Queen Letizia of Spain.

Notable Companies and Collaborations

  • Performances at the Rome Opera House and the iconic Arena di Verona.
  • Guest artist at Spazio Danza Italia, performing the Pas de Deux from Sleeping Beauty.
  • Member of the Italian company led by Claudio Maganini, performing in Don Quixote and Spartacus.
  • Dancer with Ángel Corella’s company, debuting in Le Corsaire at the Teatro Real de Madrid.

International Presence and Media

  • Appearances on Italian National Television (RAI) and Spain’s Antena 3, bringing his artistry to national and international audiences.

Our Commitment

At Factory Ballet Madrid, Christian Erazo López leads a project that combines technical excellence, stage experience, and high-level artistic training, enabling every student to develop their fullest potential.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need previous experience to join tap dance?

No. We have beginner groups designed for students with no experience, using a progressive and supervised method.

What ages do you accept in children’s classes?

We work with children’s groups by age: 6–8, 9–11 and 12+ years, with adapted content for each group.

Can I try a class before enrolling?

Yes. We offer a trial class (10 €) when spots are available. Reservation via WhatsApp is required.

What is the duration of the classes?

Regular classes last 1 hour. Some levels offer 1.5 h or 2 h sessions.

How does the level system work?

We have 3 levels: Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced. Teachers evaluate progress and may recommend moving groups.

What is the payment and enrollment policy?

Annual enrollment is required. Monthly payments are made via direct debit; Bizum and bank transfer are also accepted. Enrollment and monthly fees are non-refundable.

What material do I need to start?

Comfortable clothing and tap shoes. If you don’t have tap shoes yet, you may start with hard-sole footwear.

Do you offer discounts for former students or families?

Yes. We have special conditions for former students and discounts for multiple enrollments.

How can I book or enroll?

Bookings are made via WhatsApp: +34 633 834 590. We’ll inform you of available schedules and groups.

Can I make up a missed class?

Make-up classes depend on availability and internal rules; ask administration.

Are there extra activities and performances?

Yes. Up to four performances a year plus intensive workshops. Participation requires active enrollment and updated payments.

Is the school accessible?

We offer adapted access when possible; contact reception with specific needs.

Can I change schedule or group?

Changes depend on available spaces and teacher evaluation.

Do you take photos or videos?

We may take photos or videos for institutional use; always informing beforehand.

What sanitary safety measures do you apply?

We follow basic hygiene and ventilation guidelines; protocols adapt to regulations.

Is there parking or public transport nearby?

We don’t always have private parking, but public transport and parking areas are nearby.

What is the attendance and punctuality policy?

We recommend punctuality. Repeated absences without notice may affect group continuity.

Do you organize intensives or summer courses?

Yes. We offer specialized workshops and intensives during holiday periods, announced online.

Do you offer advanced training?

Yes. Advanced programs for technique improvement and stage preparation are available.

How can I contact for administrative questions?

Via WhatsApp at +34 633 834 590, by phone, email (info@factoryclaqueexcellent.com) or in person at Calle del General Pardiñas 69, Madrid.