Clarkson School
of Irish Dance
Class Levels, Schedules & Tuition
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Beginner
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Intermediate​
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Advanced
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Champ
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Ceili Team
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Adult Solo & Ceili Classes
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Beginner (ages 4 & up)
Class Times
Monday 5:00 - 6:00 pm - Clarkson School Studio
Thursday 6:00 - 7:00 pm - St. Charles Location
Saturday 9:00- 10:00 am - Clarkson School Studio
Tuition
$50/month for unlimited classes, with a non-refundable enrollment fee of $50 due at registration (includes Clarkson class T-shirt & Clarkson car magnet). Tuition is paid monthly through Dance Studio Pro, an online studio management service. Click here to print and complete our registration form before your first day of class.
Class Attire
Clarkson t-shirts and shorts can be purchased for minimal cost through the studio. (Clean, gently used Clarkson shorts and shirts are also available at our yearly tag sale.) Hair can be worn in a ponytail. Students can bring a water bottle or purchase bottled water at class for $1. Irish dance shoes can be bought new or used through the studio.
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Intermediate, Advanced & Champ Levels
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Students advance to the intermediate, advanced and champ level classes as their skill and competition levels increase. Tuition differs for each level and is administered monthly through Dance Studio Pro.
Class schedules are also posted at Dance Studio Pro.
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Ceili & Choreography
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A ceili (kay-lee) dance is a traditional Irish dance involving groups (often called "teams") of dancers. A choreography dance also involves multiple dancers, but unlike a traditional ceili, it uses original choreography and music to tell a story. At Clarkson, our dancers learn ceili & choreography dances for competitions, performances and fun. Unlike many schools, we do not require students to audition for our award-winning ceili teams. Instead, we make every effort to include students from all levels who are interested, able and willing to commit to the practices, performances, workshops & competitions that build successful teams.
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​Adult Classes (Solo & Ceili)
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Our adult class meets Monday nights from 7:30-8:30 pm at our main studio. This is a fun, relaxed class. Open to all experience levels, from former dancers who want to stay in shape, to new students who have always wanted to try Irish dance. Ages 18 & up. Tuition is $50/mo. For information, message us here or email mary_g_clarkson@hotmail.com.
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