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Irish Dancing Programs
Beginner:
Introduction to the rhythm, music and basic steps
of Irish Dance.
Intermediate/Novice:
Focusing on correct techniques for Irish Dancing;
going over some soft and hard shoe exercises and steps.
Advanced:
Focusing on new rhythms for hard shoe, technique
in soft and advanced material in all aspects of solo dance.
Team:
Learning techniques for Team Dancing and exploring
the world of Ceili Dance!
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Step Dancing is a unique mixture
of art, music and dance that together tell the story of Ireland.
The most evident characteristic of Irish dancing is the rigidity
of the arms and upper body, with all movements coming from
the legs and feet.
The foundation of all Irish dance
is "sevens and threes". As the dancer masters these basic
techniques, they will be introduced to new rhythms and more
complex steps. The character of these steps varies with
the traditional music to which they are performed - the
quickness of reels, the lightness of jigs and slipjigs,
and the rhythmic measure of hornpipes.
The first dances a student learns
will be performed in soft shoes, but as the dancer develops
coordination and timing,they will need a second kind of
shoe - hard shoes - filled with fiberglass heels and tips.
Now the dancer will learn to make rhythmic sounds using
the toe, heel, and ball of the foot.
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