O'Riada Manning Academy of Irish Dance

Dancers ages 16 and up will be introduced to basic movements, fundamental placement and traditional ceili dances. Basic level steps will be taught for core dances (reel, single jig, light jig, slip jig, treble jig, hornpipe, and St. Patrick’s Day set dance) as deemed ready.

Open to dancers Level 3 and up who want to learn traditional ceili dances and choreographed figure dances. This class is a wonderful way to build camaraderie with classmates of all levels and to work together for recognition in local performances and competitions. Dancers who are interested in working for the opportunity to try out for the Academy performing group must be enrolled AND maintain good attendance to this class.

Dancers will be placed in 1, 2 or 3 based on age and level.

Students 5 to 15 years old who are new to Irish Dance start in Level 1.

Students who have completed Level 1 and can dance basic Reel, Light Jig, Single Jig, and Slip Jig.

Students who have completed Level 2 and are proficient in 1st Treble Jig and St. Patrick’s Day.

Level 4: Students who have completed Level 3 and are proficient in Traditional Hornpipe and second level soft shoe dances.

Level 5: Students who have completed Level 4 and are proficient in slow Hornpipe, Slow Treble Jig, and Treble Reel.

Level 6: Preliminary Championship Level Prep class for students new to Prelims or in Prizewinner Level in most dances.

Level 7: Students in Preliminary and Open Championship level.

Students 3 to 4 years old will get an introduction to Irish Dance class.