Focused Preparation • Stronger Dancers • Confident Teams
2026 Regionals Workshop
Our Regionals Workshop Weekend will be held Thursday, October 1 through Sunday, October 4. This gives dancers four days of focused preparation before Regionals on October 10–11.
Regionals Competitors
There is no sign-up. All competitors are expected to participate in the workshop sessions for their levels. If your dancer has a scheduling conflict, please contact Shelagh directly.
Non-Competitors Are Welcome!
Attend the session that matches your dancer’s level for a $15 drop-in rate per session. Simply come to class; no advance sign-up is needed, and your account will be billed.
Additional Hornpipe & Treble Jig Sessions
- Ullmhúchán: Hornpipe
- Mean Grad: Hornpipe & Treble Jig
- Ullmhúchán & Mean Grad: Hornpipes and Treble Jigs
Workshop Weekend Schedule
Thursday, October 1
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Treble Jigs, Hornpipes & Sets
Ullmhúchán through Craobh Grad
Friday, October 2
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Reels & Slip Jigs
All levels - Ceili Teams
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Treble Jigs, Hornpipes & Sets
All levels
Saturday, October 3
Regular Saturday dancers who are not attending Regionals should still come to class. We will follow the schedule below.
- Mini Jigs • Ages 2–4
- Mini Jigs • Ages 4–5
- New Beginners • Ages 5–8
- New Beginners • Ages 9–17, plus Regionals Bun Grad dancers
- Reels & Slip Jigs • All levels
- Treble Jigs, Hornpipes & All Sets
- Ceili & Performance Teams
Sunday, October 4
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Reels & Slip Jigs
All levels - Ceili Teams
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Treble Jigs, Hornpipes & Sets
All levels
Questions or scheduling conflicts? Please contact Shelagh directly.
Performance & Event schedule
Ready to take the stage? Our performances, workshops, competitions, and special events are some of the most exciting parts of being a McGovern Irish Dance dancer! These opportunities allow dancers to showcase their hard work, gain valuable experience, build confidence, and create memories with their dance friends both on and off the stage.
Whether you're preparing for your next competition, performing at a local festival, or attending a special workshop, every event is a chance to learn, grow, and represent McGovern Irish Dance with pride.
Be sure to review the details and reserve your spot before registration closes. We can't wait to see you at our next event!
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
We Are Excited to Offer This New Program!
Help Your Body Feel—and Dance—Its Best
Our new Dance Recovery Sessions give dancers, parents and adults a dedicated hour to restore tired muscles, improve movement and care for the bodies that keep us dancing and doing the things we love. Dance Recovery Coach Danielle Stutzman will lead each gentle, welcoming session—and no yoga experience is needed!
- Improve flexibility
- Increase mobility
- Support healthy feet & hips
- Reduce tightness
- Build lifelong movement habits
Dates: Sept. 24, Oct. 22, Nov. 19 & Dec. 17 Time: 6:00–7:00 PM Location: Dayton Studio Space: Only 10 participants per session
Upcoming MID Dates
Classes, special sessions, performances and competitions coming up at McGovern Irish Dance.
CRN Western Region Regional Championships
Two exciting days of competition as our dancers take the regional stage!
Judah Christian School
908 N. Prospect Ave.
Champaign, IL 61820
Chocolate Festival
DARBT 4:45 PM • Perform at 5:15 PM
Greene County Fairgrounds • Building 2
Dance Recovery Sessions with Danielle
Remaining Sessions: October 22 • November 19 • December 17
6:00–7:00 PM at the Dayton Studio. Danielle is MID’s Dance Recovery Coach.
Joey Hall Farewell Party
Join McGovern Irish Dance as we celebrate Joey Hall and take part in this special farewell event.
CRN North American National Championships
Minneapolis, Minnesota
American Czech Club St. Patrick’s Day Party
DARBT 3:30 PM • Perform at 4:00 PM
American Czech Club, 922 Valley St., Dayton, OH. Wear Green Season gear.
🎃 Mini Jigs Halloween!
Our littlest dancers are getting in on the Halloween fun! Wear your costume and join us for Halloween music, movement, Irish dance and plenty of spooky Mini Jigs fun.
All Mini Jigs Dance Together!
We're bringing our Dayton Little Jigs and Rising Jigs together for one big Mini Jigs Halloween Party!
There will be only ONE Mini Jigs class on Saturday, October 31.
No 9:45 AM or 10:15 AM classes this week — everyone meets at 10:00 AM!
👻 Halloween Mini Jigs Events
Find your studio below and get those costumes ready!
Troy
Ages 2–5
Wear your Halloween costume and join us for a fun Halloween edition of Mini Jigs. Friends and new dancers are welcome!
Dayton
Ages 2–5
All Dayton Mini Jigs dancers will celebrate Halloween together with dancing, music and Halloween fun!
⚠️ One class only! Everyone meets at 10:00 AM.
Lafayette
Ages 2–5
Come to class in your Halloween costume for a special morning of Halloween music, movement and Irish dance fun!
Costumes Encouraged!
Mini Jigs dancers are welcome to wear their Halloween costumes! Please choose something comfortable and safe for dancing.
Masks, long skirts, capes or other costume pieces may need to be removed or adjusted while we're dancing so everyone can move safely.
Bring a Friend!
Halloween is even more fun with friends! Know a little one who might love Mini Jigs? Invite them to join us for our Halloween celebration.
Share our Halloween event page with friends and family:
🎃 Share Halloween Event Info👣 A Friendly Reminder: Who Belongs in the Studio?
We absolutely love how supportive our dance families are — it means so much! 💕
However, during class time, only dancers enrolled in that class should be in the studio.
If you’re not the one dancing, please relax in the waiting area or come back to pick up your dancer at the end of class. Our studio space is cozy, and even the best cheerleaders can become little distractions when class is in session.
We know how special it is to see your dancer’s progress, which is why we schedule Visitor Days, Parent Peek-Ins, and even Facebook Lives in our private Parents’ Group throughout the year — so you won’t miss a thing!
When you are invited into the studio, please sit quietly and let the instructors lead. Coaching, correcting, or offering feedback — no matter how well-intentioned — can pull focus from the dancers and their learning.
Thank you for helping us keep class time focused, positive, and full of the joy of dance! ☘️💚
👉 Action Items for Families
💚 Join the McGovern Irish Dance Parent Connection!
We warmly invite all new parents—and those who haven’t yet—to join our private Facebook group: McGovern Irish Dance Parent Connection.📲 Stay Connected with McGovern Irish Dance!
We’re updating contact records and need your email + mobile number to keep you in the loop on schedules, newsletters, and events.
Parking at the Dayton Studio
Dart leagues are starting up at the Shamrock Club next to the Dayton studio. Their busiest nights are Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, with members typically arriving around 6:30 PM.
Because parking will be more limited on those evenings, we kindly ask all families to plan for drop-off and pick-up rather than waiting in the parking lot. There will not be space available for lingering during class times.
Monday adult dancers are welcome to park down the alley where Shelagh typically parks. Just keep my space open.
Thank you in advance for helping us keep traffic flowing smoothly and safely for everyone!
New to the Crew? Here’s Your McGovern Guide!
As you begin this journey, we want you to feel supported every step of the way. Our Welcome Page is designed especially for new dancers and parents—it includes everything you need to start strong and grow with confidence: what to wear, how to practice, how to connect with the music, and how to progress from a brand-new beginner to a proud Irish dancer.
Studio Rules, Ettiquette, Dress Codes
& Costume Orders
Ready to Dance? Pack Smart. Show Up Strong.
A great class starts before the music begins! Every dancer should arrive on time, dressed appropriately and ready to work.
Before heading to class, remember your:
Water bottle
Both pairs of dance shoes, when applicable
Towel
Deodorant
Kindness and a positive attitude
Proper dancewear should allow your dancer to move freely and help instructors clearly see their feet, legs and alignment. Please remember: no denim or jeggings.
Use the buttons above to review our complete Solo Costume Policy, Class Etiquette & Studio Rules, and Studio Dress Code.
