2026/27 McGovern Irish Dance Season
Explore class options by location below and register for the studio and class that fits your dancer best.
Dayton OH Studio
McGovern Irish Dance
818 Linden Ave
Dayton OH 45410
Troy OH Studio
Fitness Institute of Troy
101 W. Franklin St
Troy OH 45473
Lafayette IN Studio
Tippecanoe Arts Federation
638 North St.
Lafayette IN 47901
Fort Wayne IN Studio
Turnstone Center for Children & Adult with Disabilities
Plassman Center
3320 N Clinton St.
Fort Wayne, IN 46805
McGovern Mini Jigs Preschool Irish Dance
McGovern Mini Jigs preschool Irish dance classes for ages 2 - 5 are offered in Dayton OH, Troy OH, and Lafayette IN for little dancers who are ready to move, listen, learn, and have fun.
Dayton OH Studio Registration
Classes for preschool dancers, beginners, teams, upper levels, and adults.
McGovern Mini Jigs & Stepping Stones
Our youngest dancers have options that intentionally overlap by age so families can choose the best fit based on confidence, readiness, and experience.
McGovern Mini Jigs
Saturday: 9:45–10:15 AM
Fun early movement, rhythm, and listening skills.
RegisterMcGovern Mini Jigs
Saturday: 10:15–10:45 AM
A next-step preschool class with more structure and confidence-building.
RegisterStepping Stones
Saturday: 10:45–11:15 AM
Foundation class for young beginners ready for the next step.
RegisterYouth Classes & Team Options
Beginner through advanced options for school-age dancers.
New Beginners
Saturday: 11:15–11:45 AM
Intro class for older beginners.
RegisterBun Grad Foundations
Builds strength and readiness for Level 1.
RegisterBun Grad
Saturday: 11:45 AM–12:30 PM
Technique, timing, and structured beginner material.
RegisterBeginner Performance Team (Pink Team)
Stage confidence, teamwork, and routines.
RegisterUllmhuchan & Mean Grad
Technique, stamina, and more advanced choreography.
RegisterCeili & Performance Team
Saturday: 12:30–1:15 PM
Group formations, ceili work, and performance prep.
RegisterArd & Craobh Grad
Focused training for advanced dancers.
RegisterMean – Craobh
Weekend training for upper-level dancers.
RegisterSets, Trad & Contemporary
Traditional sets, contemporary work, and style.
RegisterAdult Classes
Welcoming options for both beginner and experienced adult dancers.
Troy OH Studio Registration
Tuesday and Thursday class options in Troy.
Troy Mini Jigs
Preschool Irish dance classes for little movers who are ready for music, rhythm, confidence, and fun.
Youth & Continuing Classes
Intro through upper-level options for dancers in Troy.
Lafayette IN Studio Registration
Saturday classes from preschool through upper levels.
McGovern Minis
A playful preschool class full of movement and music.
RegisterAdvanced Beginners
Stronger technique and continued beginner progress.
RegisterTeam & Group Dances
Group routines, teamwork, and performance prep.
RegisterUllmhuchan and Up
Higher-level class for continuing dancers.
RegisterFort Wayne IN Studio Registration
Thursday beginner and hard shoe class options.
Tuition & Pricing
Simple, flexible options for the 2026/27 season.
30-Minute Beginner
1 Class / Week
$115 per term
30-Minute Beginner
2 Classes / Week
$170 per term
45-Minute Classes
$143 per term
75-Minute Classes
$200 per term
$35 per family before August 1
$42 per family after August 1
Drop-In Classes:
$15 per class
Discounts:
• 20% off per dancer with 4+ classes
• 10% off each family member after the 3rd dancer
Not sure which class to choose?
We’re here to help
Reach out to us if you have any questions or don’t see a class that suits your needs. From preschoolers to adult classes, we’ve got you covered
Private Classes
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Private & Group Lessons at McGovern Irish Dance
Custom Coaching. Team Bonding. Unforgettable Experiences.
Looking for something beyond the traditional classroom? McGovern Irish Dance offers private one-on-one lessons and custom group sessions designed to meet your unique needs—whether you're an individual dancer striving for growth or a group seeking a fun, high-energy experience.
Private Lessons
🎯 Personalized coaching tailored to your goals
💪 Extra time to strengthen technique and build stamina
🔁 Focused repetition for lasting muscle memory
🌟 Ideal for performance prep, tricky steps, or catching up
Group Sessions & Events
🎉 Perfect for birthdays, team building, cultural events, and school visits
🤝 Build collaboration, confidence, and rhythm as a group
💃 Fun, high-energy environment for all skill levels
🌍 Experience the tradition and excitement of Irish dance together
Ready to get started?
Fill out the interest form below and a member of our team will be in touch to help you schedule your private or group lesson. We can’t wait to dance with you!
FAQs
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We offer classes for children as young as 2 through our Jump’n Jig preschool program, and classes for all ages, including adult dancers
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Yes! We’re pleased to offer free trial classes to help you find the perfect fit.
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Billing is automatically generated once you choose your classes and is seamlessly managed through your account.
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Dayton, Troy, and Lafayette—“Find the location nearest you!” (Link to the locations page)