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Learn traditional Irish dance steps, from beginner to advanced, in the heart of New York City with classes in both soft and hard shoe styles.

Unfortunately, no classes in-person in NYC have spots left, but 1 class live online is available.

Introduction to Irish Dance

Irish Arts Center @ Virtual Classroom

Discover the vibrant world of Irish dance in this welcoming beginner course, where you'll learn both hard and soft shoe styles. From mastering form and rhythm to progressing through basic patterns and traditional steps, immerse yourself in the rich tradition of Irish dance. Join us for a supportive and friendly environment, where sneakers are all you need to take your first steps on this exhilarating journey.

(51) Beginner 18 and older
$204

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Set Dance: Old Irish Style Social Dance

Irish Arts Center @ 726 11th Ave, New York, NY

Come learn the popular dances done at ceilis every weekend in the metropolitan area! Set dances are lively social dances done in a square.  We will work on basic footwork, transitions between figures, and moving to the phrasing of the music. No previous dance experience necessary—whether you have never danced, or just want to improve your style and learn dances, all are welcome.  Students should wear comfortable shoes with leather...

(51) All levels 18 and older
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$204

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Step Dance II: Intermediate

Irish Arts Center @ 520 8th Ave, New York, NY

Perfect the dances you already know, while learning more complicated steps and rhythms Dancers should have already completed at least one semester of Beginning Step Dance or have previous experience with Irish Step Dance. Students perfect the dances they already know, while learning more complicated steps and rhythms. Dancers in this class will work on both light and hard shoe dances.  Prerequisite:  At least one semester of Beginning...

(51) Intermediate 18 and older
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$220

9 sessions

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Beginning Sean-Nós Dance

Irish Arts Center @ 553 W 51st St, New York, NY

In this course, students will learn the basics of the Connemara style of Seannós dancing, with a focus on reel steps. Sean-nós dancing is a percussive, free-form style of traditional Irish dancing with roots in the west of Ireland. Playful, rhythmic, and spontaneous, sean-nós dancing works closely with the rhythms of Irish dance music, and is accessible to learners of all ages and skill levels. Each class will build on the previous week, so...

(51) All levels 18 and older
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$145

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Family Irish Step Dance I

Irish Arts Center @ 519 8th Ave, New York, NY

A great work out for the whole family, this class is meant for children and their caregivers to learn Irish step dancing together. Dancers are taught technique, form and style as well as dances such as the reel and the jig. Note: Students should wear comfortable shoes with leather soles that would be suitable for ballroom dancing.

(51) All levels 18 and older
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$130

8 sessions

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Step Dance III: Intermediate

Irish Arts Center @ 520 8th Ave, New York, NY

Students perfect the dances they already know, while learning more complicated steps and rhythms. Dancers in this class will work on both light and hard shoe dances. Prerequisite: at least one semester of Step Dance II: Advanced Beginners or have previous experience with Irish step dance Students in all dance classes should wear shorts or workout pants and a t-shirt. For footwear, sneakers, ballet shoes or Ghillies are best. Dance Shoes:...

(51) Intermediate 18 and older
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$165

8 sessions

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Masterclass: Your Own Groove

Irish Arts Center @ 726 11th Ave, New York, NY

This workshop invites students to engage with their own movement vocabularies and their imaginations in new ways through challenging themselves and safely exploring their limit, while having fun and sharing their own choreographed dance with others. The class will emphasize embracing one’s own personal groove in a physical and energetic setting, and is suitable for all ages and experiences. Open to all. No previous experience necessary. Students...

(51) All levels 18 and older
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Céilí Dance

Irish Arts Center @ 553 W 51st St, New York, NY

With dances such as the Four-Hand Reel and the High Cauled Cap, céilís are traditional dances done in groups of 4, 8, or even 16 dancers. Beginners and experienced dancers alike will have fun while working on basic footwork, forms, technique, and musicality. Students in all dance classes should wear shorts or workout pants and a t-shirt. For footwear, sneakers, ballet shoes or Ghillies are best. Dance Shoes: Please contact Coursehorse for details...

(51) All levels 18 and older
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$145

8 sessions

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ModERIN: Irish Dance Basics with a Modern Twist

Irish Arts Center @ 520 8th Ave, New York, NY

A fun and fresh approach to learning Irish dance!  This class will introduce Irish dance steps while also drawing from modern dance concepts by incorporating arm gestures and torso movements to accompany Irish dance footwork.  Lively Irish music will set the pace for a full-bodied modern dance warm up with a focus on improving overall strength and flexibility.  No experience is necessary. Students in all dance classes should wear...

(51) All levels 18 and older
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$145

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Sean-Nós Dancing

Irish Arts Center

Sean-nós means “old-style” in the Irish language. As a solo, improvised form of dance, the sean-nós style is as varied and unique as every dancer who dances it. A sean-nós dance performance is often informal, playful, and expressive, allowing the dancer to engage in a here-and-now dialogue with the music. Distinct from more modern forms of Irish step dancing, sean-nós dancing feature short rhythmic patterns, subtle movements with footwork...

(51) Beginner 18 and older
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