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Why choose Irish Dance?
- A unique blend of sport, art, music, and culture
- Develops strength, coordination, balance, agility, and endurance
- Builds confidence, discipline, resilience, and goal-setting skills
- Encourages teamwork and lifelong friendships in a supportive community
- Improves musicality, rhythm, focus, and memory
- Flexible enough to be enjoyed as a primary activity or alongside other sports, dance styles, and extracurricular activities
- Year-round activity with opportunities to perform, compete, and travel
- Welcomes dancers of all ages and experience levels
- Less emphasis on physical size or body type than many sports—success comes through dedication, technique, and hard work
- A lifelong activity that can be enjoyed recreationally or competitively
- Creates lasting memories while developing skills that extend far beyond the dance floor
What age can start?
THREE! Dancers can start at age three and we have three beginner options for all ages:- Pre-K (ages 3-6)
- Beginner 1 (ages 6 – teens)
- Adult Beginner: (ages 18-99)
Do you need to be Irish to Irish Dance?
NO! Not at all! Irish dance is enjoyed around the world by people of every background. We welcome dancers of all ages, abilities, and experience levels.When does the dance year begin and end?
Our dance year season runs from September through May, similar to the school year and a summer session. Dancers above the Beginner 1 level sign up for the season. Beginners have a mini session option throughout the year, with each Beginner session is about 5 weeks. You can always check our calendar online for the latest information.How do I register?
Our registration form is available online. Please see our JOIN US page.What are the fees?
Please see our JOIN US page for our upcoming classes and tuition information.What does your beginning dancer need for their first class?
Beginners may start Irish dance using the soft soled starter ballet shoe that can usually be found at a shoe store, dance store, online, or thrift store. Beginners may also use Irish dance shoes but these are not required for class at their level. Dancers may dance in socks to start. Dancers should wear shorts and a t-shirt for all their lessons. The instructor needs to see the dancers knees and ankles. Academy wear is available for purchase. We recommend that you bring your own water bottle to class if desired. When ready for Irish Dance shoes, please email Trea directly to be properly fitted. The school usually keeps most sizes and styles in stock.Can I watch my dancer at class?
It is our policy that all parents wait outside of the room where lesson are being given. This reduces the amount of disruption allowing teachers to maximize their teaching time. There are viewing windows to watch.What is your policy on snow days or severe weather?
We notify parents and students via email if class is cancelled or if going online. Dancers who need to miss their regular class can join us for a make up class with the same or below level class the following week. In general, any make up days should be done the week prior or the week after, but must be done within their session/season.Do I need to perform, compete, or buy a costume?
No. It is an individual decision, we do recommend to join us in performing once they have their first steps ready. No matter whether you compete or dance recreationally, all students will receive excellent instruction on proper dance form and technique. All dancers are respected equally at our Academy. We have a costume rental for those who perform and/or compete.Qualifications & Certifications
Trea Champagne T.C.R.G. (Gaelic Teagascóir Choimisiúin le Rinci Gaelacha) is a proud member, vetted, and registered with An Coimisiún Le Rincí Gaelacha (Irish Dancing Commission) Dublin, IRE (CLRG), the Irish Dance Teacher’s Association of North America (IDTANA), and the Irish Dance Teachers Association of Mid-America (IDTAMA).Since 2007, Champagne Academy of Irish Dance has provided professional Irish dance instruction in Iowa, offering comprehensive training for dancers of all ages and experience levels. Our family-oriented studio fosters confidence, teamwork, and a love of Irish culture through dance, music, performance, and community. We are committed to high-quality, age-appropriate instruction, music, choreography, and costuming while creating a fun and supportive environment where every dancer can thrive.
Founded by Trea Champagne, TCRG, the academy is dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich traditions of Irish dance and music. Trea is a certified Irish dance teacher through An Coimisiún Le Rincí Gaelacha (CLRG), the Irish Dancing Commission in Dublin, Ireland, and is a member of the Irish Dance Teachers Association of North America (IDTANA) and the Irish Dance Teachers Association of Mid-America (IDTAMA). Her students have performed with acclaimed regional and international musicians and achieved success at regional, national, and international competitions. Based in North Liberty, Iowa, Champagne Academy welcomes dancers of all ages to begin or continue their Irish dance journey. Whether your goal is recreation, performance, or competition, our mission is to inspire confidence, build lifelong friendships, and foster a lasting appreciation for Irish culture. Champagne Academy of Irish Dance is Iowa’s only certified Irish dance school under the direction of a certified TCRG instructor. Families travel from throughout Iowa to train with us, reflecting our commitment to excellence in Irish dance education. We look forward to welcoming you to our academy.
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