Embrace Irish Dancing
Free Community Irish Dance Classes for Term 2
At Embrace Dancing, we’re passionate about making Irish dance accessible to everyone—and this Term 2, our adult Irish dance classes are completely free as part of our community program!
Our inclusive classes welcome adult dancers of all levels—no experience or fitness required. You’ll learn both soft shoe and hard shoe Irish dancing, as well as enjoy the fun and connection of traditional group céilí dances, simplified to make them easy and enjoyable for all.
Classes are led by a registered WIDA teacher with over 20 years of competitive Irish dance experience. Whether you're dancing for fitness, fun, or with a goal like competition or exams, you’ll find encouragement, support, and community every step of the way.
Kids aged 8+ are welcome too, as long as they’re dancing alongside a participating adult—making this a great opportunity for families to connect through music and movement.
Details:
– free community classes for Term 2
- Adults of all fitness and experience levels welcome Children 8+ welcome with a dancing adult
- Taught by a qualified WIDA teacher
Dance-ability: None required – we’ll teach you!
Fitness: Come as you are – we’ll build it together
Now’s the perfect time to embrace Irish dance—your way.
Competition Opportunities for Adult Dancers
At Embrace Dancing, we believe every dancer has the potential to achieve great things—whether you're aiming to perform, compete, or simply challenge yourself. For those interested in taking their dance journey further, we offer exciting competition opportunities through the World Irish Dance Association (WIDA).
What We Offer:
-Adult competition categories: WIDA provides competitions specifically for adult dancers of all ages.
-Digital competitions: Participate from anywhere! You can take part in digital feis (competitions) and showcase your skills from the comfort of your own home.
- Grade exams: Track your progress and celebrate your milestones with WIDA's grade exams for adult dancers.Support and guidance:
-Whether you’re interested in performing, competing, or just exploring what’s possible, Ellie is here to help you set goals and guide you through every step of the process.
Interested in competing or have questions about how to get started?
Talk to Ellie—she’ll help you explore all the possibilities and find the right path for you.
Irish Dance Shoes
No special shoes required to start—exercise shoes are perfectly fine for your first classes. We want you to feel comfortable as you begin your Irish dance journey!
If you’re ready to take the next step and invest in Irish dance shoes, we recommend speaking with Ellie for guidance on which shoes will suit you best.
A great starting point for purchasing Irish dance shoes is Ditto Dancewear, which offers a variety of options.
Ellie is happy to assist you in selecting the right pair as you progress in your dance journey.
