2019 weekly classes

This class introduces students to the fundamentals of both ballet and Irish step dance, with lots of room for creative expression. Students will learn foundations of dance, from pliés and barre exercises, to basic jigs and reels, giving them a firm base to continue ballet, Irish dance, or start a new style of dance! This class is inclusive, gender-neutral, body positive, and non-competitive.

For children ages 5 – 7. With instructor Jo Troll

This class is designed for any kid that likes to make noise! Drawing from various dance traditions — from Irish dance, to the Hungarian csardas to Flamenco — we will use the creative dance model to explore how we can use our bodies, hands, and feet to make sound. Students will develop rhythm and musicality as we create together. This class is inclusive, gender-neutral, body positive, and non-competitive.

For children ages 5 – 7. With instructor Jo Troll

Sean-nós (“old style”) Irish dance is a joyful expression of movement and sound. An improvised solo style, it includes footwork danced close-to-the-floor, a relaxed upper body, and a playful dialogue between the dance and the music. This class will focus on musicality, improvisation, building a repertoire of steps, and developing a confident personal style. Set dancing figures and footwork will also be included. Prior experience is required. Please bring a notebook or recording device and shoes with a smooth hard sole.

For students with at least five years of step dancing experience. This class offers a lively and supportive atmosphere for improving stamina, musicality, clean footwork, and a confident performing presence in the traditional style. Students will learn group set and céilí dances, and intricate solo dances including jigs, reels, hornpipes, and solo sets, as well as original choreography. Please bring a notebook or recording device and Irish dance soft shoes and hard shoes.

Sean-nós (“old style”) Irish dance is a joyful expression of movement and sound. An improvised solo style, it includes footwork danced close-to-the-floor, a relaxed upper body, and a playful dialogue between the dance and the music. In this fun and encouraging atmosphere, students will focus on learning basic rhythms, connecting the footwork to traditional Irish music, building a repertoire of steps, and developing a confident personal style. Set dancing figures and footwork will also be included. Please bring a notebook or recording device and shoes with a smooth hard sole.

On hiatus until later this spring. Please email kieranjordandancers@gmail.com if you are interested in this class and specify your level (beginner or intermediate/advanced)

This class will introduce beginners to the history, traditions, and techniques of Irish dance. Students will learn to recognize the timing and rhythm of Irish dance music (jigs, reels, and hornpipes), while learning to dance basic footwork and choreography for each type of tune. This class provides a fun and supportive community for continuing students and anyone who has wanted to try Irish dance. Please bring a notebook or recording device and light-weight sneakers or Irish dance soft shoes and hard-soled shoes.

With instructor Jo Troll

This class is designed for experienced step dancers who want to learn or review the traditional solo sets, like “St. Patrick’s Day,” “The Blackbird,” and many more. We will dig in deep to focus on one dance at a time, looking at style, variations, technical details, and music choices for these traditional pieces of choreography. Please bring a notebook or recording device and shoes with a smooth hard sole.