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Premier Irish Dance Education for All Ages
Harp Irish Dance was founded on the belief that dance is a transformative journey of self-discovery, creativity, and joy. Our mission is to provide accessible, high-quality Irish dance education to individuals of all ages, races, and financial backgrounds, fostering a nurturing environment where students thrive. We emphasize family, tradition, and friendship while maintaining a commitment to excellence and fun. Our small class sizes ensure personalized instruction, allowing each dancer to develop technical proficiency and artistic expression. With a focus on modest, age-appropriate costuming and a family-friendly atmosphere, we create a welcoming space where parents can observe classes and celebrate their child's growth.Our programs blend the rich cultural heritage of Irish dance with modern teaching methods, empowering students to build confidence, creativity, and lasting connections. Through performances and community engagement, we strive to preserve the storytelling tradition of Irish dance while making it relevant to today's learners. Our team of certified instructors brings decades of experience and passion to every lesson, ensuring a supportive and inspiring experience for every student.
Services
Irish Dance Classes
Highland Dance Instruction
Youth Dance Programs
Adult Dance Classes
Performance Opportunities
Highlights and features
- We offer small class sizes with individualized instruction for personalized growth
- Our family-friendly environment welcomes parent observation and participation
- We provide modest, affordable costuming that respects age-appropriate standards
- Our certified instructors bring professional expertise and cultural knowledge
- We guarantee a supportive atmosphere where dancers build confidence and creativity
Associations and certifications
- SDTA
What people say
Nurturing classes
Best memories
Caring teachers
Uplifted experience
Positive environment
Services
Irish Dance Classes
Our Irish dance classes provide comprehensive instruction in traditional Irish step dancing. Students learn technical precision, rhythmic patterns, and cultural storytelling through movement. Classes emphasize proper form, musicality, and performance skills while maintaining a fun, encouraging environment that builds confidence and physical coordination.
Highland Dance Instruction
Certified instructors teach authentic Highland dance techniques rooted in Scottish tradition. Students develop strength, stamina, and technical proficiency through structured lessons. Our program preserves the cultural heritage of Highland dancing while making it accessible and enjoyable for modern learners.
Youth Dance Programs
Age-appropriate dance programs introduce children to Irish and Highland dance fundamentals. Our curriculum nurtures creativity, motor skills, and social development through playful, structured activities. Small classes ensure personalized attention while fostering friendships and a love for dance.
Adult Dance Classes
Welcoming adult learners of all experience levels, our classes focus on fitness, cultural appreciation, and personal growth. Participants enjoy the physical and social benefits of dance while learning traditional techniques in a supportive, non-competitive environment.
Performance Opportunities
Students gain valuable stage experience through regular performance opportunities. Our productions showcase technical skill and artistic expression while celebrating Irish and Scottish cultural heritage. Performances emphasize teamwork, confidence-building, and sharing dance traditions with wider audiences.
People
Aubree Shelley
TCRG Certified Instructor
Aubree Shelley, TCRG certified instructor, brings professional expertise to Harp Irish Dance. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes cultural preservation through dance while nurturing student creativity and confidence in a supportive environment.
Kayla Wong
Highland Dance Instructor
Kayla Wong, SDTA-certified Highland dance instructor, shares her passion for Scottish dance traditions. With technical precision and engaging teaching methods, she helps students develop strength, technique, and appreciation for Highland dance heritage.
Leila Wong
Highland Dance Instructor
Leila Wong, certified by the Scottish Dance Teachers Association, specializes in making Highland dance accessible to all ages. Her patient instruction style and technical expertise create an encouraging environment for students to master traditional techniques.
Questions
What dance styles do you teach?
We specialize in Irish dance and Highland dance instruction for all ages and skill levels.
Are performances part of the program?
Yes, we offer regular performance opportunities that showcase student progress and cultural traditions.
What makes your program unique?
Our small class sizes, family atmosphere, and focus on cultural heritage create a distinctive dance experience.
Do parents attend classes?
Yes, we welcome parents to observe classes in our family-friendly, transparent learning environment.
Are costumes appropriate for children?
We use modest, age-appropriate costuming that maintains dignity while celebrating dance traditions.
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Reviews (4)
Erica Thompson
Oct 11, 2019
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We love Harp Irish Dance! I wanted my daughters to be involved in dance, and Irish Dance provides them with a traditional, modest style of dance and modest costumes. They have loved the opportunities to dance in adjudicated competitions (feis) as well. Harp Irish Dance is such a fun group to be a part of from the other students to the teachers. My girls have made so many good friends in this wholesome, fun environment.
Brooke Chaplan
Nov 26, 2015
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I love dancing here! Teachers will help you learn at your own pace and really challenge you to do more.
Carina Roberts
Nov 04, 2015
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My family has been with the Harp Irish Dance Company since the very beginning, and have danced for Aubree Shelley for the past 10 years. There is no better place to come learn traditional and contemporary Irish Dance. We are not just a dance company, we are a dance family. There is no better feeling than entering the studio and spending time doing your all-time favorite thing with your all-time favorite people.
Sarah Klopp
Oct 28, 2015
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This studio is my family and home away from home. I love Aubree and her teaching philosophies so much! She loves her students and loves making Irish dance an affordable hobby for everyone (cheapest tuition in the state!).
