Claddagh Dance Company - Ventura Dance Lessons & Classes

Claddagh, a word I had never heard before. Carol, my wife, tells me after work that she wants to enroll our daughter, Nicola, into an Irish dancing school.

The What and Why of Irish Dance - Told by Parents With Decades of Experience (and well earned too)

This class is an Irish Dance class which was discovered by chance. It was the extent of our Irish dance knowledge. After that first lesson we knew we had found the dance class for her. That class was all she would talk about and the journey began.

Its tumbling and jumping and running and all fun, but it does have a purpose... Dancers develop greater body control, coordination, & fitness. Dancers show increased listening skills, greater attention span and ease in following directions. Practicing dance increases the desire to do well and to the best of one’s abilities. Friendships are formed not only with classmates, but through performing and competing. Dancers meet friends from all parts of the city, state, and country. Why should you start your toddlers in dance classes? Fun hand eye coordination socialization

Claddagh School of Irish Dance offers Irish dancing lessons for toddlers to adults. The curriculum focuses on disciplined footwork, speed, accuracy, poise, professionalism, stage presence, and learning about Irish culture.

We offer the first month free. We can then give you a detailed evaluation of where you or your child is at with no obligation and plenty of time for you to ask questions. We have been doing this for 35 years. We would rather make friends than push something that it isn't the right fit :) Call us or Send a message below.

Attend a beginner class and join the fun!

Attend a beginner class and join the fun! Currently offering classes in Ventura and El Segundo. New beginner classes are available.

Beginner/Novice/Preliminary and below level Irish dance classes offered at Southbay Dance Classes.

Championship level Irish dance classes offered at Southbay Dance Classes.

Attend a beginner class and join the fun! Irish Dancing offers increased physical skills, greater body control, coordination, & fitness. Dancers show increased listening skills, greater attention span and ease in following directions. Practicing dance increases the desire to do well and to the best of one’s abilities. Friendships are formed not only with classmates, but through performing and competing. Dancers meet friends from all parts of the city, state, and country.

This class is for beginners, novices, and participants with prior experience. It focuses on fundamental techniques and progresses through various skill levels.

A challenging class designed for advanced dancers aiming for competitive performance. It requires a high level of technical proficiency and dedication.

This class is specifically tailored for adult learners interested in dance. It provides a welcoming environment for adults to explore movement and learn new skills.

This class is for beginners, novices, and participants with prior experience, specifically focusing on soft shoe techniques in dance.

A specialized class for members of dance teams, focusing on choreography, performance, and synchronization for team-based routines.

This class is for beginners, novices, and participants with prior experience, specifically focusing on hard shoe techniques in dance.

Why should you start your toddler in dance classes? Fun, hand eye coordination, and socialization are all benefits of starting toddlers in dance.

This class is designed for students participating in charter or home school programs, offering a structured dance education within their academic schedules.

This class is for beginners, novices, and participants with prior experience. It focuses on fundamental techniques and progresses through various skill levels.

Why should you start your toddler in dance classes? Fun, hand eye coordination, socialization.

A fun and engaging class for toddlers, introducing them to the basics of movement and dance through playful activities and music.