Advanced Beginner

Service Description

Register for class using the DANCER REGISTRATION FORM at the top of the page. This class term runs September 2025 through the end of June 2026. However, new students can join at any time. Students starting after the term starts should schedule an introductory private lesson before being added into a class. Advanced Beginner is open to dancers who have completed one full year of Beginner classes or for those who are ready for more challenging material with teacher approval.  Dancers will grow their Irish dance skills, work on setting goals, and increase their self-confidence in this year-long session. Dancers will be introduced to the reel, slip jig, and hard shoe basics while continuing to build a strong foundation and love for Irish dance rooted in technique, teamwork, and tradition. Dancers will be invited to perform in our Spring Showcase at the end of the year. Prerequisite: Beginner Level, 1+ year experience Shoes Required: Soft Shoes + Hard Shoe Material Covered: Reel, Light Jig + Basic Slip Jig, Hard Shoe Basic Drills Competitive Level: Competing at Beginner Level (optional) Cost: $85/ month + yearly registration fee ($45) Studio Pass Upgrade: dancers in this level are eligible for a Studio Pass - a membership upgrade that includes many perks including Open Studio (a teacher supervised class where students can work on their own material alongside other dancers in the studio), 10% off of private lessons and free studio rentals (see more information in our Studio Syllabus). Prior to signing up for classes at the studio, please read and review our Studio Syllabus found at the top of the page or at www.milwaukeeirishdance.com/2025-26-syllabus