Spring 2026
Beginner Soft Shoe
If you've never taken Irish dance classes before, this is the class for you! This class will offer warm-ups, technique and drills, Irish dance steps, and stretches.
Dancers in this class are ages 4 to adult and we have an instructor and teaching assistant to help provide focused 1:1 time with different ages and skill levels.
This class is designed specifically for kids and adults who are new to Irish dance or new to dance. Students will learn how to follow instructions, focus, count to music, and perform Irish dance steps for the reel, light jig, slip jig, and single jig.
Class attire is leggings, shorts, or skirts and any t-shirt or leotard. Skirts must be at least 4 inches above the knees. NO JEANS OF ANY KIND.
Footwear is soft shoe ghillies (email irishdancems@gmail.com to purchase).
Tuition is $12.50/class billed monthly
If you've never taken Irish dance classes before, this is the class for you! This class will offer warm-ups, technique and drills, Irish dance steps, and stretches.
Dancers in this class are ages 4 to adult and we have an instructor and teaching assistant to help provide focused 1:1 time with different ages and skill levels.
This class is designed specifically for kids and adults who are new to Irish dance or new to dance. Students will learn how to follow instructions, focus, count to music, and perform Irish dance steps for the reel, light jig, slip jig, and single jig.
Class attire is leggings, shorts, or skirts and any t-shirt or leotard. Skirts must be at least 4 inches above the knees. NO JEANS OF ANY KIND.
Footwear is soft shoe ghillies (email irishdancems@gmail.com to purchase).
Tuition is $12.50/class billed monthly
Wednesday
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
Studio A
Gulf Coast School of Performing Arts
Gulf Coast School of Performing Arts
Advanced Class
This class is for those who have placed out of beginner at Irish dance competitions (called feiseanna) or have reached a higher level of Irish dancing based on experience. The dancers in this class are novice, prizewinner, or championship level.
This class will include warm ups, drills, solo steps, and performance pieces. Advanced dancers ages 6 and up and adults of any age are welcome to attend this class!
Class attire is leggings, shorts, or skirts and any t-shirt or leotard. Skirts must be at least 4 inches above the knees. NO JEANS OF ANY KIND.
Footwear is soft shoe ghillies and hard shoes (email irishdancems@gmail.com to purchase).
Tuition is $18.75/class billed monthly
This class is for those who have placed out of beginner at Irish dance competitions (called feiseanna) or have reached a higher level of Irish dancing based on experience. The dancers in this class are novice, prizewinner, or championship level.
This class will include warm ups, drills, solo steps, and performance pieces. Advanced dancers ages 6 and up and adults of any age are welcome to attend this class!
Class attire is leggings, shorts, or skirts and any t-shirt or leotard. Skirts must be at least 4 inches above the knees. NO JEANS OF ANY KIND.
Footwear is soft shoe ghillies and hard shoes (email irishdancems@gmail.com to purchase).
Tuition is $18.75/class billed monthly
Wednesday
6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Studio A
Gulf Coast School of Performing Arts
Gulf Coast School of Performing Arts
Summer 2026
Adult Class
Experience the culture and community of Irish dance! A style of dance unlike any other - you will learn basic movements, posture, and muscle strengthening plus group dances called "ceilis." Make new friends and learn your newest party trick - an authentic Irish jig!
Come for the exercise - stay for the welcoming community and new friends.
Experience the culture and community of Irish dance! A style of dance unlike any other - you will learn basic movements, posture, and muscle strengthening plus group dances called "ceilis." Make new friends and learn your newest party trick - an authentic Irish jig!
Come for the exercise - stay for the welcoming community and new friends.
Wednesday
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Studio A
Gulf Coast School of Performing Arts
Gulf Coast School of Performing Arts