First Class Free! Ages 5 and up. Dancers will learn the fundamentals of Irish dance in this 30-minute class. Dancers during the school year will be able to perform at St Patrick’s Day in March and Summer session students are able to perform at Irish Fair of Minnesota in August
Softshoe: Dancers who have learned their reels and jigs, these dancers will continue learning their softshoe dances, and have opportunities to compete and perform.
Hardshoe: Dancers enrolled in Intro to Hardshoe during the 2023 Summer Session, an intro to rhythm of Hardshoe
Softshoe: Dancers who demonstrate skill in timing and basic technique, who can demonstrate Reel, Light Jig and Slip Jig steps will continue on with their softshoe skills. Class time will focus on technique and continuing to perfect their choreography.
Hardshoe: Dancers who are working towards learning their Beginner level “fast” hardshoe dances for competition will continue learning both the Treble Jig and Hornpipe
Softshoe: Dancers who have demonstrated and competed their Reel, Light Jig, and Slip Jig who have advanced to at least the Novice level will continue learning new softshoe skills and steps
Hardshoe: Dancers who have demonstrated competency in traditional/fast speed steps and are ready to learn “slow” speed steps will begin learn the fundamentals of advanced hardshoe technique
This class is a twice-weekly Hardshoe and Softshoe class for dancers who are competing in Prizewinner through Championship. This class will focus on advanced rhythms, techniques and choreography to focus on competition. Dancers at this level also have the opportunity for additional performances during the season. This class will also incorporate conditioning specific to dancer’s needs and skill set.
Current Eilis Academy Dancers currently in and competing towards championship level
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Additional Class times are offered on Saturdays to prepare for feiseanna and add conditioning to your dancers routine to keep them strong and healthy. Private lessons are offered on an as needed basis, please inquire for more information
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