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Adult Classes
Join our dynamic community of adult students that meets regularly to learn the amazing art of Irish dance. Technique, fitness and fun are cultivated in an inclusive, growth-focused space. The award-winning District Irish Dance Adult program consists of happy hours, friendly faces & fancy steps. All are welcome!
"At DIDA, I get an amazing community of dancers, a great workout, and a hobby that fills my heart."
- Caity F., District Adult Dancer
REGISTRATION OPEN YEAR-ROUND!
🏆 Congratulations to our NAIDC Winners
- Claire B. - 1st Place - Adult Championship 2023
- Laura B., Julia T., Lauren M. & Catharine P. - 1st Place - Adult 4-Hand Team 2023
All classes are held at our Tenleytown, NW DC studio. Please contact us if you have any questions about the best level for you.
New students may join year-round, space permitting, and according to our tuition policies. If you haven't already, be sure to join our mailing list!
Join us for Jigs & Swigs® - The Irish Dance Workout - learn more here!
DISTRICT ADULTS - ALL LEVELS (Saturday Class 2024-25)
NEW!
Saturdays, 1:45pm
60-minute weekly class.
See Registration Page for Pricing (10-month Academy Year payment plan)
Prior experience not required, but new students should contact us.
One of our most popular weekly adult classes, District Adults All Levels offers a great way to learn the fundamentals of Irish dance technique and improve fitness in a friendly, recreationally-focused setting. Both soft and hard shoe (traditional / fast speed) are taught in this class, in addition to Ceili and trad sets!
➡️ Included with STUDIO PASS - ADULT BRONZE 🥉
DISTRICT ADULTS - ALL LEVELS (Wednesday Class 2024-25)
Wednesdays, 7:30pm
60-minute weekly class.
See Registration Page for Pricing (10-month Academy Year payment plan)
Prior experience not required, but new students should contact us.
One of our most popular weeekly adult classes, District Adults All Levels offers a great way to learn the fundamentals of Irish dance technique and improve fitness in a friendly, recreationally-focused setting. Both soft and hard shoe (traditional / fast speed) are taught in this class, in addition to Ceili and trad sets!
➡️ Included with STUDIO PASS - ADULT BRONZE 🥉
DISTRICT ADULTS - ADVANCED (Monday Class 2024-25)
Mondays, 7:30pm
75-minute weekly class.
See Registration Page for Pricing (10-month Academy Year payment plan)
Prerequisite: PW/Prelim/Champ & up recommended.
Geared for advanced adults with prior knowledge of Irish dance who would like to be challenged to learn steps in a fast paced format, this class will support competitive pursuits while promoting a fun environment for adult students, with a focus on solo steps.
➡️ Included with Studio Pass: ADULT SILVER 🥉 or ADULT GOLD 🥇
DISTRICT ADULTS - ADVANCED (Thursday Class 2024-25)
Thursdays, 8pm
75-minute weekly class.
See Registration Page for Pricing (10-month Academy Year payment plan)
Prior experience required. New students should contact us.
Geared for advanced adults with prior knowledge of Irish dance who would like to be challenged to learn steps in a fast paced format, this class will support competitive pursuits while promoting a fun environment for adult students, with a focus on solo steps.
➡️ Included with Studio Pass: ADULT SILVER 🥉 or ADULT GOLD 🥇
ADULT PERFORMANCE Add-On Class (2024-25)
NEW!
Mondays, 6:45pm
45-minute add-on class
See Registration Page for Pricing (10-month Academy Year payment plan)
Adult Performance is our show-focused class designed especially for adults. The class will teach fun and challenging choreography in an encouraging, non-competitive setting. Ceili / team dances are also taught in this class. In this weekly "add-on" class we will be partnering with Milwaukee Irish Dance Co. (the adult dance company established by Elyse Transon, TCRG) to explore innovative choreography for special performance opportunities.
Prerequisite: Must be enrolled in a weekly District Adult Class. Open to all levels.
➡️ Included with Studio Pass: ADULT BRONZE 🥉 or ADULT GOLD 🥇