Flying Irish
Irish Dance Class Schedule
Schedule is subject to change based on enrollment
If a student or someone in their immediate household has an active communicable disease, ex. COVID, flu, pneumonia, pink eye/conjunctivitis, chicken pox, or if dancer has a fever, the student must stay home. These dancers can Zoom if we are notified by 2:00 pm. Anyone who has a persistent cough, runny nose, sneezing, sore throat and/or weeping eyes must be masked before entering the studio. Masks must be fitted to the face, fully covering the mouth and nose (KN95, N95, or better). KN95 masks for children & adults are available for purchase at the studio.
2025-2026
September 1 - June 19
Age is as of September 1st; accepting new students through the end of October.
Schedule is subject to change based on enrollment.
Monday:
5:00-5:45 pm Beginner A ages 5 & up
5:45-7:00 pm Hard Shoe
7:00, 7:30 pm private lessons
Tuesday:
5:00-5:30 pm private lesson
5:30-6:45 pm Soft Shoe
7:00-8:30 pm Adults
Mini-Sessioon Tuesdays, 3/24, 3/31, 4/7, 4/14:
5:00-5:30 pm ages 6 & up, $20; for new students only
Private Lessons - Competitive dancers must take 1 (Beginner A, Soft Shoe only) or 2 (all levels, both Soft & Hard Shoe) privates per month (see policies). Private slots are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. Private lessons must be paid for with monthly tuition (included in the price for FIDT dancers).
No Class Days 2025-2026
Classes are held during single day holidays, unless noted.
Nov 26-27, Dec 23-Jan 1, March 16-17 (if there are shows), April 20-24.
Summer 2026
July 7 - August 11
Age is as of September1st.
There are no make-ups, refunds or transfers for missed summer classes. Class ending times are subject to change based on enrollment.
Registration closes on June 15th.
Tuesday:
5:00-5:45 pm Beginner A ages 6 & up ($115 new students, $108 returning students)
5:45-7:15 pm Performance Team, Beginner B & up, soft & hard shoe ($198 new students, $190 returning students)
7:15-8:30 pm Adults ($168 new students, $160 returning students)
September 7, 2026 - June 18, 2027
Registration opens May 1st.
Age is as of September1st.
Monday:
4:45-5:30 pm Beginner A, ages 6 & up
5:30-7:00 pm Solo Steps/Competition, ages 6 & up
7:00, 7:30 pm private lessons
Tuesday:
5:00-7:00 pm private lessons
7:00-8:30 pm Adults
Wednesday:
5:00-5:30 pm Little Leprechauns, ages 3-5
5:30-7:00 pm Flying Irish Dance Troupe, ages 6 & up
7:00, 7:30 pm private lessons
No Class Days 2026-2027
Classes are held during single day holidays, unless noted.
Nov 23-26, Dec 24-Jan 1, March 15-17 (if there are shows), February or April school vacation TBD.
Class Descriptions
Little Leprechauns, ages 3 (as of 9/1) - 5: This class uses movement, music and games to teach the basics of Irish Dance, along with the skills needed to participate in a dance class. Parents must remain in the studio lobby during class to help their child with toileting, if necessary. Dancers will learn a group dance to perform in the year-end Hooley and will have the opportunity to march in the St. Patrick’s Day parade with our group.
Hooley & parade attire: team jacket, black pants/leggings
Beginner A, ages 6 & up - Dancers will learn basics of Irish Dance and the steps for 2-3 different Irish dances. At home practice is needed for the muscular development, skill and coordination needed to master steps. One private lesson a month is encouraged for dancers who have the maturity to handle such a class. Dancers will learn a group dance to perform in the year-end Hooley and will have the opportunity to march in the St. Patrick’s Day parade with our group. Dancers interested in competition will be able to attend feiseanna if they have the material & costume.
Hooley & parade attire: team jacket, black pants/leggings, Feis attire: Prime beginner outfit
Solo Steps/Competition, ages 6 & up - This class is for dancers who have completed their first year in Irish Dance and who are ready to learn more material during the year. Solo steps are typically 32 bars of material (competitive length) and are performed 1 or 2 at a time, not as a group routine. Dancers will learn the appropriate steps in reel, light jig, single jig, slip jig, treble jig, hornpipe and/or traditional set dances in the competitive format. While competition is encouraged for its historical significance to the art form and as a learning experience for dancers, it is not mandatory. Dancers who chose to compete must attend at least 3 competitions each year (fall, winter & spring recommended) and take 2 private lessons a month (1 for dancers also doing FIDT). Regular at-home practice is required. Dancers will perform their steps in the year-end Hooley and will have the opportunity to march in the St. Patrick’s Day parade with our group.
Hooley & parade attire: team jacket, black pants/leggings; competition attire: Prime costume
Flying Irish Dance Troupe, ages 6 & up - The FIDT is our show group for dedicated dancers who have completed their first year of Irish Dance and performed in the previous year’s Hooley. This class will teach the group routines that make FIDT shows so memorable. Regular attendance is required to learn and master routines. Dancers taking the FIDT class (or both Solo/Comp & FIDT) will need to take 1 private a month. Solo steps will NOT be taught in this class, but if FIDT dancers are taking the Solo/Comp class, they may use some of their material in shows. FIDT dancers will transition to team dresses at age 11/12 (based on experience). Regular at-home practice is required. Dancers will perform in shows, parades and the year-end Hooley.
Adults, ages 18 & up - This class focuses primarily on show material and group routines. While adults have the option of attending competitions, the solo material required for competition is not the main feature of the class. Adults learn both soft and hard shoe material. Prior Irish Dance experience is not required, but students new to dance or Irish Dance may want to take private lessons if they struggle to keep up with the class. Dancers may need to work in individual groups or work alone at times to accommodate the different levels in this class. Non-show dancers will perform their material at the year-end Hooley and have the opportunity to march in the St. Patrick’s Day parade with the Flying Irish Dance Troupe.
Hooley (non-performers) & parade attire: team jacket, black pants/leggings, Performance group: Prime adult dress
Registration Form
For summer classes, fill out the registration form below and Venmo the session price (listed above)
2026-2027 Registration Form coming May 1st. To register for fall classes, complete the winged ghillie form & Venmo $40 registration fee & first month's class tuition (non refundable).
Click on the Winged Ghillie to access the form.
Use the QR code below to make your Venmo payment.
Growing up with the Flying Irish, I developed "presence" and learned to speak to people confidently, make presentations, etc. It was a great skill set that was drilled into us that the performance wasn't just on stage, it was how we carried ourselves the whole time we were there, thanking those who came to watch us. I am very happy for my daughter to learn & practice the same. (Greenville, NH)
They called me legs when I was growing up. The moms, the dancers, the teachers. They thought it was a compliment.... I did not take it that way in my preteen body. Today Miss Tatiana had a talk with my daughter's class about muscles in your legs and how strong they are. My daughter wanted to look like me for the first time in her life. Tonight she said, "Mom I couldn't stop watching your 'leg nerves' because Miss Tatiana says that means you're strong and that's good." Body positivity is so important for children and I'm thrilled the dancers get it at the Flying Irish. (Townsend, MA)
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