Frequently Asked Questions
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FAQ's
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Do I have to be Irish or have Irish heritage to take Irish Dancing classes
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Do I have to start Irish Dancing at a young age?
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Do I have to have previous experience with Irish Dance?
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Do I have to compete in competitions?
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What is the registration fee for?
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What kind of shoes do I need to dance?
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Will I be able to keep up with the class?
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Do I need to be super fit to take Irish Dance classes?
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Q: Do I have to be Irish or have Irish heritage to take Irish Dancing classes
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Absolutely not. In fact we encourage people from all ethnicities to participate.
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Q: Do I have to start Irish Dancing at a young age?
A: No. Although it is great to start dancing young, you should not be put off if you or your child expresses the desire to dance at an older age. Irish Dancing is for people of all ages, shapes and sizes to enjoy.
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Q: Do I have to have previous experience with Irish Dance?
A: No. Classes are taught from beginner level up to advanced level
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Q: Do I have to compete in competitions?
A: One you reach competition level, you may compete in a Feis (Competition) but if that is not you goal, or if you just want to have fun and learn Irish Dancing for exercise, you will not be pressured into competing.
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Q: What is the registration fee for?
A: This is to register with O’Brien Irish Dance Academy and also to register with An Coimisiún le Rincí Gaelacha (Irish Dancing Commission) in
Dublin,
Ireland.
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Q: What kind of shoes do I need to dance?
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Correct Irish dance soft and hard shoes are recommended. However for beginner levels these shoes are not compulsory and you are not pressured into buying them.
If you do not wish to buy these shoes, jazz shoes, ballet pomps, tap shoes or any shoes that are not bulky will work. Sneakers are not recommended as they can be quite bulky. Students are not permitted to wear socks only as they do not provide enough support for this kind of dance.
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Q: Will I be able to keep up with the class?
A: Absolutely. It does not matter if you have danced at a higher level or never ever taken any form of dance before in your life. Your teacher will assess your level and give you material that you are comfortable with. As you become more confident, you will be given steps with more difficulty. Classes are never too big. Each student will be given one on one attention at each class.
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Q: Do I need to be super fit to take Irish Dance classes?
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Dance is one of the best forms of exercise. If you feel like you do not have the fitness level that you would like and the treadmill is not your cup of tea, Irish Dance classes are perfect for you. You can express yourself though music and dance, while gaining stamina, muscle control/ tone, coordination, improved posture and rhythm.
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