WELCOME TO MCGOVERN IRISH DANCE!
At McGovern Irish Dance, we pride ourselves on nurturing excellence and success in our students. Home to top national titles, a World Champion, and numerous regional and local accolades, we are dedicated to fostering confidence, self-esteem, and personal growth in every student.
Our exceptional Irish dance instruction is available for all ages, from 2 to 102, catering to both children and adults at all skill levels, from beginners to championship contenders. We strive to cultivate the self-esteem, confidence, and Irish dance skills of each dancer within a positive and nurturing environment, allowing all our students to reach their full potential.
Beyond dance, we emphasize a sense of unity and friendship among our students and their families. We participate in a variety of Irish cultural events, including the Dayton Celtic Festival, Celtic Fest Ohio, Dayton's A World A'Fair, Troy Festival of Nations, Global Fest in Lafayette, IN, and more. Our dancers also have numerous opportunities to compete in local, national, and international dance competitions, showcasing their talents on various prestigious platforms.
It All Starts with the Fundamentals
At McGovern Irish Dance, our primary focus is to build a strong foundation in Irish dance skills, technique, and Irish culture. We strive to create a balanced experience that combines competitive opportunities, group and solo performances, and a deep appreciation of Irish culture.
Strong Friendships & Connections Made
We take Irish dance seriously, but that doesn’t mean our students don’t have fun! The shared experiences of preparing for performances and competitions, congratulating your friends on their competitive wins and loving them through their losses.
Hours together in the studios and the adventures of travel have created life-long friendships that extend far beyond the studio walls. Members of McGovern Irish Dance who have gone on to other studies and professions hang onto the memories and friends they have made through Irish dance know they always have home with us.
No matter which of our locations you happen to be, you will meet dancers that are active, inspired, motivated, and a whole community that loves a good belly laugh and LOVES Irish dance.
Our Dancers Revel In:
Showcasing their talents at vibrant community events.
Competing in thrilling local, national and international competitions
Forming lifelong friendships
Dancing to age-appropriate music, with age appropriate movements and costumes
Joining dynamic classes for ages 2 - adult
We look forward to sharing our Irish dance experience with you! New students of all ages are always welcome, ages 2 - 102!
From the littlest dancers in our Jump'n Jig program, beginners of all ages (we have a GREAT adult class!) and champion level dancers.