2.5-3 Years Beginner: First Steps (Wed 4-4:30pm)

A 30 minute introductory class to Irish dance for our littlest dancers. Children will learn: simple first steps, how to count and move to music, following directions, dance class etiquette, coordination, rhythm and timing. Soft shoes only. Parents are required to stay in waiting areas if your dancer is unable to use the bathroom on their own.

 

4-6 years Beginner (Tues 4:30-5:30pm)

A 60 minute class for first time Irish dancers and graduates of First Steps. Boys and Girls will learn the basic foundations of all Irish dances. This is a soft shoe class focusing on proper technique of the jig, reel and slip jig. Dancers will learn both solo and group dances, how to count and move to music, dance class etiquette, coordination, rhythm and timing all whilst building their self confidence and team work skills.

 

5-7 Years Combination (Combo) (Weds 4:30-6pm)

A 90 minute class for dancers who have completed at least 1 full year of Irish Dance training. The class will be split into 2 parts; The first half focusing on light shoe dancing with a focus on proper Irish technique and new choreography. The second half will be an introduction to hard shoe dancing.

 

6+ Beginner Combination (Combo) Class (Thurs 6-7pm)

A 60 minute class for first time Irish dancers 6 years of age and older. Dancers will learn the basic foundations of all Irish dances. This is a soft shoe and hard shoe class. Dancers will learn both solo and group dances, how to count and move to music, dance class etiquette, coordination, rhythm and timing all whilst building their self confidence and team work skills. The class will be split into 2 parts.

 

7+ Years Soft Shoe Class (Tues 5:30-7pm)

A 90 minute class for dancers with at least 1 year of previous Irish dance experience. This is a soft shoe class focusing on proper Irish technique of the light jig, reel and slip jig. A fun class where dancers will progress to learn more advanced and challenging soft shoe solo and group choreography.

 

7+ Years Hard Shoe Class (Weds 6-7pm)

A 60 minute class for dancers with at least 1 year of previous Irish dance experience. This is a hard shoe class focusing on rhythm and timing. Dancers will learn both traditional and contemporary hard shoe dances. Hard shoes are required. Must be enrolled in 7+ Soft Shoe class

 

Performance Troupe (Thurs 4:30-6pm)

Come join our fun performance troupe! Dancers must be at least 5 years old and currently enrolled in 1 or more classes. Dancers will learn large group choreographies to be performed at different social and community events throughout the year. Highlights from last year’s performances include a Christmas and St. Patrick’s Day tour of area nursing homes and restaurants. This year, the troupe will expand to add additional performances at community events, parades, festivals and have a special role in the end of year production. Performance troupe is a great way to boost self confidence, make friends and become a larger part of the Club Rince family. If interested in joining but need more information, please email Ms Erin. This class will require additional costuming fees.

             

Celtic Tap (Weds 6-7pm)

A 60 minute class teaching a modern hybrid style of Irish Hard shoe and Tap. This style of purely percussive movement will create a fun class for dancers aged 10+ with at least 2 years of Irish dance experience. Dancers are required to have hard shoes.

 

Adult Class (Tues 7-8pm)

Always wanted to give Irish Dance a try? Here is your chance! Each week our adult class will take you on a journey through Ireland’s past and present. Learn traditional and contemporary Irish dances in a fun, social, low pressure environment. Both soft and hard shoe styles will be taught including ceili dances, set dances, and sean nos (meaning old style). Dancers may bring sneakers and hard soled shoes as an alternative to Irish soft shoes and hard shoes. ***Adult class is half price to parents of Club Rince Dancers!***