Adult Irish Dance Classes

Ages 15 & Up

Class Schedule

Winter/Spring Session 2025

Session Dates: February 10, 2025 - June 19, 2025

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Adult Irish Dance Classes

Irish dancing classes near me seattle
Continuous learning

We'll help you get started in this wonderful cultural Irish tradition that has captivated audiences all over the world through performances of the River Dance.

Irish dance  students who are just starting out will get familiar with the fundamental steps of the jig and the reel, as well as how to combine those steps into basic solo and ceili (group) dances.

Students at the intermediate Irish dancing level will incorporate patterning that is more complicated as well as preparations for hard shoe.

Class Attire

Comfortable dance attire. Ghillies for ladies and jazz shoes for men.

Meet Your Teacher

Julia Lockheart Ballroom Dance Instructor, American Dance Institute Seattle
Julia LocKheart

Non-Competitive Irish Dancing Instructor
Julia Lockheart studied Irish dance for many years and performed with Fire & Ice Dance Company from 2004-2014. 

What Are Adult Irish Dance Classes like at American Dance Institute?


American Dance Institute's Adult Irish Dance Class Practice 2014

Where Are The American Dance Institute Dance Studios Near Me?

Greenwood 

Magnolia

Wedgwood

Shoreline

FAQs

Who is Julia Lockheart in relation to Irish dance classes?

Julia Lockheart is directly associated with Irish dance; she is a teacher and an artist known for her teaching. She will be teaching her classes at the American Dance Institute Wedgwood and in Greenwood.

How does Wedgwood relate to Irish dance?

Wedgwood is the fourth location of the expanding American Dance Institute in Seattle and Shoreline Washington.The Wedgwood location now offers Irish dance.

What type of shoes are typically used for Irish dance classes?

Irish dance classes usually require two types of shoes: soft shoes (ghillies) for light reels and slip jigs, and hard shoes similar to tap shoes for heavy jigs and hornpipes.

What should beginners know before joining an Irish dance class?

Beginners should ensure they have appropriate footwear (softhard shoes), comfortable clothing, and understand the basic rhythm and steps. Its also helpful to research local class options that suit their skill level.

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