McCartney Irish Dance

About McCartney Irish Dance

McCartney Irish Dance, located in Haslett, Michigan, invites dancers of all ages to immerse themselves in the vibrant tradition of Irish dance. Under the distinguished guidance of Director Meghan McCartney Scott, T.C.R.G., a renowned Irish dance educator and percussive dance performer, students delve into the intricacies of this rich cultural art form. Meghan's extensive background includes competitive success at North American and World Championships, as well as exploration of various traditional dance forms. McCartney Irish Dance exclusively focuses on the intricate footwork and lively rhythms of jigs, reels, and hornpipes, while also embracing Meghan's expertise in percussive dance styles such as flatfooting, precision clogging, figure dancing, Cape Breton step dancing, French Canadian step dancing, Ottawa Valley and Marley dancing, and rapper sword dancing. The studio offers a comprehensive curriculum for both dedicated performers and enthusiastic beginners, catering to all experience levels and cultural backgrounds. Classes commence in September for various skill levels, from Little Steppers Pre-K Irish to Adult Beginner and Advanced Adult Irish. McCartney Irish Dance is a certified school with An Coimisiun le Rinci Gaelacha and an active member of the Irish Dance Teachers Association of North America, fostering a community built on mutual respect and shared responsibility. The Performance Team provides opportunities to develop choreography and showcase talents at local venues. Further performance practice is available through Oireachtas Solos, Oireachtas Trad Sets, and Oireachtas Ceili Teams. The studio emphasizes personalized goal achievement, helping each dancer realize their unique potential in a welcoming environment committed to preserving and promoting the art of Irish dance.

Styles offered at McCartney Irish Dance