Tampere - Class descriptions
Class names correspond to competition levels.
The following guidelines can be used to help find the right class(es).
- Competitive dancers & dancers doing Grade Exams: It is highly recommended that competitive dancers attend classes at all levels in which they have dances in. Dancers are required to attend weekly classes regularly, as well as TCRG workshops organized by the dance school, in order to obtain a competition permit.
- Non-competitive dancers are welcome for classes at all levels, and their transition from one level to another is guided by the development of the technique required in Irish dancing as well as the learning the choreographies in the right way.
Competing in our dance school is completely voluntary.

Beginners
Beginner classes are open to all over 14 years olds and adults.
No previous dance background or Irish dance experience is necessary. During autumn term, we will learn the basic steps and technique of Irish dance according to the starting level of the participants. During the season, the participants will get to know the different types of Irish dance (reel, jig, hornpipe) with both soft and hard shoes.
We’ll also do fitness exercises that support dancing.
You should wear flexible clothes and e.g. ballet slippers and dance sneakers to get off to a good start.
It is also possible to dance with socks. You should also book a water bottle with you.
Primary
In Primary level classes, we first rehearse beginner level hard shoe dances, heavy jig and hornpipe, after which we focus on Primary level dances with soft and hard shoes. We also polish the steps already learned and focus on developing the technique of Irish dance.
Registering for Primary level classes requires mastering both Beginner level dances and basic technique.
We’ll also do fitness exercises that support dancing.
You should wear flexible clothes and e.g. ballet slippers and dance sneakers to get off to a good start.
It is also possible to dance with socks. You should also book a water bottle with you.
Short course, beginner classes for children
Irish dance course for children aged 7-13.
You don’t need to have previous experience, just the desire to try this fast-paced dance form in this two-time course.
Short course, child + adult (for children aged 3-5)
In this course, we will learn easy Irish dance group dances for 4-6 people, céilís.
The course is suitable for anyone interested in Irish dance, whether or not they have previous experience in the sport.
Bring a water bottle and wear casual clothes.
Contact
Email us at inspiraltampere@gmail.com
We are very happy to help with class selections!
If necessary, registration can be postponed to another class with the consent of your own teacher.
Please note that our teaching is constantly progressing. If you start in the middle of the season, it is recommended that you contact us before enrolling.