SESSION BASED CLASSES
Irish dance classes for all ages and abilities including pre-school, teen, and adult. From new Beginner to Championship levels, we offer Recreational, Competitive, and Performance Irish Dance in a fun, encouraging, positive environment. With the support of our team of dedicated instructors, students achieve individual goals and learn the value of working as a team in safe, family atmosphere.
- FALL SESSION: 15 Weeks Sept 9 - Dec 22
- WINTER SESSION: 12 Weeks Jan 6 - Mar 30
- SPRING SESSION: 8 Weeks Apr 7 - Jun 1
- SUMMER SESSION: 9 Weeks June 4 - Aug 27
2025 SUMMER SESSION
JUNE 3 - AUG 27
Summer Session classes are offered through the months of June, July, and August. New and Returning students are welcome to enrol. The $35.00 Registration Fee is waived for New Students. In the Summer Session we offer enrolment for the Full Session (3 Months), Monthly (June, July, and August), and Drop In Class Options to suit all summer schedules and holiday plans.
Folklorama is offered for returning students only.
SUMMER SCHEDULE
WEE ONES
Ages 2 - 3
A fun and energetic introduction to Irish Dance with a 30 minute program specific for students 2 - 3 years of age. Students learn the basics of Irish dance, develop coordination, social skills, listening skills, and gain confidence in the studio environment. This class incorporates Irish dance basics with fun music toddlers will enjoy, engaging activity stations, dance in motion games, and fun songs for dancers to sing along.
Unable to commit to classes for the full Summer Term, no problem! We offer a Monthly or Drop-In Option
WINNIPEG CLASS SCHEDULE
Monday 5:30 - 6:00 PM
3 MONTHS (June, July, August) $150 Full Term Payment *Add GST
JUNE $55.00 JULY $55.00 JUNE $42.00 *Add GST
DROP IN CLASSES $20.00 *Add GST
WEE ONES (2 - 3) CLASS INFORMATION
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Option 1 - Ballet Slippers (any colour), Irish Soft Shoes or Capezio style Jazz Shoes.
Option 2 - Those without dance shoes may wear socks for this class. Sneakers and running shoes are not recommended.
Dance clothing should allow for non-restrictive movement for safety. Long hair should be tied back at all times. Jewellery should be limited to medical alert. Simple studs for dancers who cannot remove earrings. Dance costumes should not be worn to class.
BOTTOMS - ANY COLOUR
Tights, leggings, yoga or dance pants, shorts and dance skirts should be of an appropriate length and not impede with dancers movement.
TOPS - ANY COLOUR
Bodysuits, athletic tops, and t-shirts should allow for ease of movement and should not be overly large.
NOT RECOMMENDED
Dresses, Denim, and Irish dance costumes (these should be saved for performances). No hats or baseball caps
BEGINNER
Ages 4 - 6 / Ages 7 - 12
A fun and energetic introduction to Irish Dance with classes available for students 4 - 6 and 7 - 12 years of age. The 60 minute class which includes warm up, technique. Students learn the Basic Reel, or Jig and Céili (group) dance. Dancers develop technique, timing, and gain confidence with the basics of Irish soft shoe in a small class setting.
WINNIPEG CLASS SCHEDULE:
BEGINNER 4 - 6 Wednesday 5:30 - 6:30 PM
BEGINNER 7 - 12 Wednesday 5:30 - 6:30 PM
3 MONTHS (June, July, August) $185 Full Term Payment *Add GST
JUNE $70.00 JULY $70.00 JUNE $52.50 *Add GST
DROP IN CLASSES $22.50 / class *Add GST
BEGINNER CLASS INFORMATION
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Option 1 - Ballet Slippers (any colour), Irish Soft Shoes or Capezio Style Jazz Shoes.
Option 2 - Socks may be worn by those who do not have dance shoes. Sneakers and Running Shoes are not recommended.
Dance clothing should allow for non-restrictive movement for safety. Long hair should be tied back at all times. Jewellery should be limited to medical alert. Simple studs for dancers who cannot remove earrings.
BOTTOMS - ANY COLOUR
Tights, leggings, yoga or dance pants, shorts and dance skirts should be of an appropriate length and not impede with dancers movement. For safety yoga and dance pants should not be longer than ankle length.
TOPS - ANY COLOUR
Bodysuits, athletic tops, and t-shirts should allow for ease of movement and should not be overly large.
NOT RECOMMENDED
Denim, dress pants, dresses, and Irish dance costumes (these should be saved for performances). No hats or baseball caps
GRADED LEVELS 1 - 3
Once dancers learn the basics in a Beginner class, they move through Irish Dance Levels 1 - 5 of (Bunghrád, Ullmhuchán, Meanghrád, Ardghrád, Craobhghrád). Each level increases in difficulty and students gain skill and learn the necessary technique with the assistance of our CRN certified team of instructors. Dancers progress at their own pace through each dance and level and generally spend 1 - 3 years in each level before advancing. CRN Graded Levels a provide structured learning for recreational, performance, and competitive Irish dance students and motivates Irish dancers to the highest levels.
BUNGHRÁD - ULLMHUCHÁN - MEANGHRÁD
LEVEL 1, 2, 3
In this 90 minute class, students learn the 4 Bunghrád dances (Reel, Slip Jig, Single Jig, Light Jig) , 5 Ullmhuchán dances (Reel, Slip Jig, Single Jig, Heavy Jig, Hornpipe ), and 5 Meanghrád (Reel, Slip, Single, Heavy Jig, Hornpipe) and traditional Set dances including St. Patrick's Day, Humours of Bandon, Job of Journeywork, Blackbird, White Blanket, and Garden of Daisy. The class includes warm up, technique, drills, graded dances, and céili (group dances).
WINNIPEG CLASS SCHEDULE:
LEVEL 1 - 3 Wednesday 6:30 - 8:00 PM
3 MONTHS (June, July, August) $285 Full Term Payment *Add GST
JUNE $100.00 JULY $100.00 JUNE $75.00 *Add GST
DROP IN CLASSES $30.00 / class *Add GST
BUNGHRÁD, ULLMHUCHÁN, MEANGHRÁD, AND ADULT CLASS INFORMATION
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Option 1 - Level 1: Irish Soft Shoes with Ankle Length Poodle Socks. Level 2 - 3: Irish Soft Shoes and Hard Shoes with Ankle Length Poodle Socks
Optio 2 - Level 1: Boys Capezio Shoes with Black Dress Socks. Level 2 - 3: Boys Capezio Shoes and Hard Shoes with Black Dress Socks
New Irish Dance Shoes may be ordered on-line -CLICK HERE Second Hand Irish Dance Shoes are an economic option for growing dancers. McConnell School Facebook group dedicated to Buy and Sell for Second Hand shoes and costumes - CLICK HERE
Dancers should have the necessary footwear by the end of the first month of classes. New students may wear socks for the first few weeks of classes.
Dance clothing should allow for non-restrictive movement for safety. Long hair should be tied back at all times. Jewellery should be limited to medical alert. Simple studs for dancers who cannot remove earrings. Dance costumes should not be worn to class.
Poodle socks or Black Dress Socks should be worn to class to insure dance shoes do not over-stretch.
BOTTOMS - COLOUR BLACK
Tights, leggings, yoga or dance pants, shorts and dance skirts must be of an appropriate length and not impede with dancers movement. For safety yoga and dance pants should not be longer than ankle length.
TOPS - COLOUR BLACK
Bodysuits, athletic tops, and t-shirts should allow for ease of movement and should not be overly large.
NOT RECOMMENDED
Denim, dress pants, dresses, and Irish dance costumes (these should be saved for performances. No Hoodies, sweatshirts, hats or baseball caps
ADULT
ALL LEVEL
In this 90 minute class, students learn the 4 Bunghrád dances (Reel, Slip Jig, Single Jig, Light Jig) , 5 Ullmhuchán dances (Reel, Slip Jig, Single Jig, Heavy Jig, Hornpipe ), and 5 Meanghrád (Reel, Slip, Single, Heavy Jig, Hornpipe) and traditional Set dances including St. Patrick's Day, Humours of Bandon, Job of Journeywork, Blackbird, White Blanket, and Garden of Daisy. The class includes warm up, technique, drills, graded dances, and céili (group dances).
WINNIPEG CLASS SCHEDULE:
ADULT Wednesday 8:00 - 9:00 PM
3 MONTHS (June, July, August) $185 Full Term Payment *Add GST
JUNE $70.00 JULY $70.00 JUNE $52.50 *Add GST
DROP IN CLASSES $22.50 / class *Add GST
ADULT CLASS INFORMATION
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Option 1 - Level 1: Irish Soft Shoes with Ankle Length Poodle Socks. Level 2 - 3: Irish Soft Shoes and Hard Shoes with Ankle Length Poodle Socks
Optio 2 - Level 1: Boys Capezio Shoes with Black Dress Socks. Level 2 - 3: Boys Capezio Shoes and Hard Shoes with Black Dress Socks
New Irish Dance Shoes may be ordered on-line -CLICK HERE Second Hand Irish Dance Shoes are an economic option for growing dancers. McConnell School Facebook group dedicated to Buy and Sell for Second Hand shoes and costumes - CLICK HERE
Dancers should have the necessary footwear by the end of the first month of classes. New students may wear socks for the first few weeks of classes.
Dance clothing should allow for non-restrictive movement for safety. Long hair should be tied back at all times. Jewellery should be limited to medical alert. Simple studs for dancers who cannot remove earrings. Dance costumes should not be worn to class.
Poodle socks or Black Dress Socks should be worn to class to insure dance shoes do not over-stretch.
BOTTOMS - COLOUR BLACK
Tights, leggings, yoga or dance pants, shorts and dance skirts must be of an appropriate length and not impede with dancers movement. For safety yoga and dance pants should not be longer than ankle length.
TOPS - COLOUR BLACK
Bodysuits, athletic tops, and t-shirts should allow for ease of movement and should not be overly large.
NOT RECOMMENDED
Denim, dress pants, dresses, and Irish dance costumes (these should be saved for performances. No Hoodies, sweatshirts, hats or baseball caps
IRISH DANCE TEACHES US
Discipline
Value of hard work
How to set goals
How to achieve goals
How to listen
How to follow & how to lead
How to win & how to loose
IRISH DANCE MAKES US
Better athletes
Better musicians
Better teammates
More confident
IRISH DANCE GIVES US
Good health and Fitness
Life-long friendships
Determination
Perseverance
HOW TO ENROL
Students register, select classes, payments, and maintain contact information through our secure system called Jackrabbit.
Jackrabbit can be used On-Line - Click Here or using our Mobile App.
Our Mobile App provides pupils the opportunity to easily manage their accounts, class registration, and receive push notifications, from the convenience of their mobile phone.
To Download our App
- Go to App Store or Google Play Store
- Search McConnell Irish Dance
- Select Download
Upon sign-up you will be asked for contact details for students and parent or guardians and payment information. Multiple contacts may be added to family account so all parents, guardians, dancers, and family members can receive school emails. Contact information may be updated at anytime through the Jackrabbit system.
- No fees are processed for enrolment until after new students have completed a trial class and confirmed they wish to proceed with enrolment.
