Dayton Studio Classes
Our Dayton studio is located at 818 Linden Ave Dayton OH 45410.
We offer classes throughout the week for dancers of all ages from 2 - 102 from beginner to champion level classes.
Below is a list of classes for beginners or members to be.
If you need more advanced levels, please us this CONTACT US FORM so we can learn more about your goals and needs and recommend the proper classes for you.
Beginner Classes - Youth Program - Ages 6 - 17
In a new beginner class, students will work on coordination and establish familiarity with the lively rhythms of the Irish music while learning the fundamentals of foot placement, body alignment and basic steps. We will concentrate on the soft shoe dances called the Beginner Reel, Light Jigs, and Slip Jigs. No previous dance experience required. Dancers can sign up for performances and competitions once they are ready, if they choose.
Class Schedule
Choose 1 or both time slots
Tuesdays 4:45 - 5:30
Thursdays 5:45 - 6:30
Beginner Hard Shoe - Ages 8 - Adult
Produce the sound of thunder with your own two feet! Our Beginner Hard shoe class will introduce you to the fantastic, percussive style of Irish dance which is a highly rhythmic and musical dance form that relies on the precise execution of foot-based dance patterns.
In this class you will learn the proper technique and rhythms for hard shoe dances and also learn the traditional Hornpipe, Treble Jig and the traditional set dance - St. Patrick's Day.
This class is open to dancers ages 8 to adult, no prior experience is necessary. Hard shoes are not needed until the 3rd month of your classes.
Class Schedule
Tuesdays 6:15PM- 7:00PM
Recreational Classes
Our Recreational Class is offered to dancers ages 5 - 17 on Saturdays 1:30 - 2:15, September - May. Learn how to do Reels, Slip Jigs & Light Jigsf as well as some new and traditional group dances.
Dancers in this class will be asked to participate in the following events, but participation is not required:
- Dinner with the Dancers
- Beginner Showcase & Ceili
- Some St. Patrick’s Day Shows
August Dancer Evaluations
Each season will end with the August Dancer Evaluation where your dancer will receive a certificate for the dances learned!
Performance Team
Tryouts will be held Sunday August 28, 2022. Deadline to sign up for the Try Outs is August 15.
Tryouts will be open to Current MID and New members
Performance Team Practices are held
Wednesdays 6:45 - 7:30 & Saturdays 12:00 - 1:30
You must commit to one full sessions but you are encouraged to do both sessions
Session 1 - September - February
Session 2 - March - August
Adult Program Ages 18 and up
It’s never too late to be an Irish Dancer! Set your goals, put on your shoes and let’s dance! Whether you want to dance recreationally, learn a few steps to help your dancing son/daughter or compete and perform yourself, this is a great way to exercise, socialize and learn a new skill. Dancers will have the opportunity to learn hard shoe, soft shoe and team dances and are welcome to take part in any of our performances or competitions.
Our adult classes are beginner adults who have never Irish danced, “up and coming competitors” who found their passion and love for Irish dance a little later in their path, and prodigals” who have gone away due to college or other circumstances and come back
Mondays - 6:00 - 7:30 - Youth & Adult Combo Mixed Levels; includes Beginner Adults
Thursdays - 6:30 - 7:15 - Beginner Adults 18 and up
Choose 1 or both time slots
If you are looking for a more advanced class, please contact us
so we can learn more about your goals and needs and recommend the proper classes for you.
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Call/text (937) 321 -6687
OR us this CONTACT US FORM
All of our dancers are welcome to take part in performances & competitions when they are ready.
Jump'n Jig is offered at this location.
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