A Complete Curriculum
Developed by certified Irish dance instructors
Preschool (Jump’n Jig) / Competition through An Coimisiún Le Rincí Gaelacha (CLRG) / Performance / Theatrical Production (An Irish Nutcracker) / Youth / Adult / Music / History / Language (Irish)
Céad Míle Fáilte!
The Shannon Irish Dance Academy is proud to perpetuate the traditions and culture of Ireland in Rochester Hills, Michigan. We are an accredited school with Coimisiún Le Rincí Gaelacha (CLRG) through Nugent Irish Dance under the direction and guidance of Katie Nugent Gerhard, TCRG.
We believe that anyone can learn Irish dance regardless of age or level and as such, offer classes for students aged 4 years old to adults and everyone in between. We believe in teaching self-confidence, teamwork, discipline, respect for others, and grace under pressure; skills that will carry on in all facets of life. Our welcoming team of dancers, families, and teachers helps to develop a strong sense of community and lasting friendships.
Shannon offers both competitive and performance programs in this traditional art form that has come to us from across the Atlantic. Dancers in our programs are given unique opportunities to compete and perform, not only nationally, but around the world. We provide each dancer with the means and support needed to compete and perform at the peak of their ability. It is our balanced approach to solo, performance, and team dancing that leads our dancers to their greatest successes on and off the dance floor.
