Bring Traditional Irish Dance to Your Secondary School


Fionan Cogan has been teaching Céilí dance classes since 1994 and has developed a dedicated Transition Year Céilí Dance Module specifically designed to align with the PE curriculum and accommodate all school budgets.


Enriching Céilí and Cultural Opportunities

  • Organise dance demonstrations for Parents’ Evenings, school events, or trips abroad.
  • Host a large Céilí combining multiple TY groups or nearby schools for social interaction.
  • Add live Traditional Irish music and involve students in leadership roles by teaching peers.

Comprehensive Learning Resources Provided

  • Access to an exclusive online tutorial library, videos, music tracks, and written dance instructions.
  • Music notation available for musicians.
  • Includes a blank “Certificate of Completion” for students.

Personal Growth and Dance Curriculum

  • Students gain cultural knowledge, musical appreciation, social skills, and self-confidence.
  • Dances taught include reels, jigs, set dances, and céilí classics like Siege of Ennis and Walls of Limerick.
  • Flexible formats: 6-week modules, full-term courses, workshops, or tailored programmes.