Misneach Irish Dance Academy

A class for Advanced Beginners and up who would like to perfrom more regularly at schools, nursing homes, and festivals. Dancers will learn routines to perform and work together in groups to develop their professionalism on stage. Dancers will also be given the opportunity to be selected for our Oireachtas teams, and compete for our school.

A class for dancers who want to advance to the top level of competition. They train more seriously and are taking class at least twice a week and supplement with private lessons. Dancers look at all aspects of perfecting their dancing, from stretching, stregth and conditioning, and nutrition. Dancers will be able to wear a solo dress at competition and compete at regional and national competitions to represent themselves and our school.

Dancers who have advanced at competition will begin learning ceili dancing in groups, with a focus on teamwork and timing. They will also perfect their current dances and explore more hard shoe rhythms with an emphasis on clear noises. Dancers will learn more challenging choreography and be expected to practice more frequently at home and come to class with focus and determination.

This class is great for new students aged 5-10 years old who have never taken an Irish Dance class before. Dancers will learn the fundamentals of Irish dancing. Beginning with the Reel and Light Jig and then progressing to Ceili Dancing. Our beginner class gives students new confidence in themselves and provides a safe space to make friends and express themselves.

This class is a great introduction for children 2-5 to explore creative movement and Irish dancing fundamentals. Help your child learn coordination, balance, and rhythm with fun games and energetic Celtic music! Little dancers will begin to learn how to point their toes, turn out their feet, and balance with their hands by their side! Parents are welcome to observe or participate!