Celtic Crush
Our next Celtic Festival fundraiser is set! Please come out to Slyder's Tavern, 836 Watervliet Ave., on Tuesday, June 24th, to support the Dayton Celtic Festival! The Celtic Crush fundraiser begins at 11 am and runs throughout the day. This is a great way to get out with family and friends and support the festival! Just write "Celtic Fest" on your bill, and a portion of the proceeds will go back to the festival.
STUDIO NEWS
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DAYTON OH STUDIO
Please check your studio page for your standard schedule, any updates to schedules are listed below
Extra Practice Sessions have been added to the schedule for June.
Visit https://www.mcgoverndance.org/register (scroll down) for more info Open to dancers from all studios. -
TROY OH
Troy Season Wrap-Up
Congratulations to all our Troy dancers on a fantastic season! We're so proud of everything you’ve accomplished.
Even though the regular season has ended, there’s still plenty of dancing ahead! All Troy dancers are welcome to join us for upcoming summer festival performances and competitions.
Miss Susan will be adding Extra Practice Sessions to the calendar soon, and there are also practice opportunities available at our Dayton Studio that you're welcome to attend.
And don’t forget—our July Summer Camp is happening at the Dayton Studio! We’d love to see you there for more dancing fun. -
LAFAYETTE IN
June 21
Last day of classes for the season. We will have a little party and opportunity for dancers to show of what they have learned over the season to their family and friends. Stay tuned for more details about the 21.
Parents Under no circumstances should the door to the studio be propped open. If it happens and we get in trouble for it, there is a $1000 fine. -
FORT WAYNE IN
Schedule for 2025/26 season is up and registration is open. Location announcement next week
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June 14
Celtic Fest OH
SIGN UP DEADLINE IS JUNE 11
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June 19
Randall Residence
SIGN UP DEADLINE IS JUNE 16
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July 25, 26, 27
Dayton Celtic Festival
July 25 @ 7:00PM
July 26 @ 4:10 PM
July 27 @ 12:00 PM
SIGN UP FORM
peformance schedule
At McGovern Irish Dance, we invite all dancers to sign up for upcoming performances! Showcase your hard work, connect with fellow performers, and inspire the audience. Performing enhances skills, builds confidence, and fosters community. Whether seasoned or new, these events are a fun way to share your passion for Irish dance. Don't miss this opportunity—let's create unforgettable memories together! Sign up today!
EXTRA PRACTICE SESSIONS
Extra practice sessions are your secret weapon for dancing success! They offer a fun opportunity to sharpen your skills and boost your confidence. With focused attention, you can refine your techniques and tackle those tricky steps at your own pace.
Don’t let performance anxiety hold you back! Consistent practice not only helps you feel more comfortable on stage but also shows your dedication to mastering Irish dance. Plus, it’s an excellent way to strengthen your rhythm and timing—two key elements that will take your dancing to the next level.
Join us for these engaging sessions and discover just how enjoyable and rewarding practice can be! You’ll be amazed at how much you can achieve with a little extra time and attention. Sign up today and let’s dance our way to your personal best! Open to dancers from all studio locations
SUMMER CAMPS
Summer Camps Are Here—Open to Dayton & Troy Dancers!
☀️ Summer Camps Are Here—Open to Dayton & Troy Dancers! ☘️
Hey families of our Beginner & Bun Grad dancers!
Looking for a fun way to keep your dancer moving this summer and give them a boost heading into the new season? Our McGovern Irish Dance Summer Camps are just the thing!
These camps are open to all Beginner and Bun Grad dancers from both Dayton and Troy
—and they’ll be held at our Dayton studio
Your dancer will strengthen their skills, build confidence, and have loads of fun with music, games, crafts, and Irish dancing all week long!
📍Location: Dayton Studio
👯♀️Who: Beginner & Bun Grad dancers from Dayton and Troy
🗓️July 9 - July 11
🎟️ Register now: mcgoverndance.org/register
Let’s keep those feet flying all summer long!
COMPETITIONS
August 2 2025
Apple Slice Feis (Open Platform)
Cadillac MI
Commitment Forms are due on or before July 18
April 5, 2025
Birdy Open Feis (Open Platform)
Northville MI
Feb 15 & 16, 2025
CRN North American Open Championships
St. Louis MO
Oct. 12 & 13, 2024
CRN West Region Championships
St. Louis MO
Dec. 7, 2024
Shamrock Christmas Feis
Champain IL
MID Contact Form
Stay Connected with McGovern Irish Dance!
We’re updating our contact records and need your help to ensure we can stay in touch with all our dance families.
If you haven’t already, please take a moment to complete our Contact Information Form.
We require two key pieces of information from every family or adult dancer:
A valid email address
A mobile phone number that can receive text messages
✅ Why this is important:
We use this contact info to keep you informed about:
Studio schedule changes and holiday closures
Weekly newsletters with class highlights
Important dates, and reminders
Performance opportunities
Sign-ups, and event details
Without accurate contact info, you may miss out on time-sensitive updates or special studio events. Even if you've filled this out in the past, please double-check that we have your most up-to-date information on file.
Thank you for helping us keep communication clear and consistent across all McGovern locations!
STUDIO RULES & ETIQUETTE REMINDERS
Studio Rules & Etiquette Reminder
Dancers should come to class prepared with both pair so of shoe (if applicable)
Appropriate clothing that allows them to move freely - no denim, no jeggings
Please bring your own water bottles. Beverages are not provided at any of the studios
Check out our full list of studio rules and expectations here: Studio Rules & Expectations
