New Beginner Classes
We are currently accepting registrations for 2024 beginner classes. We offer classes in East Nashville and now NEW classes in Lebanon!
East Nashville MONDAY Beginner Class - Ages 3-6
Day: Monday
Time: 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Location: Eastwood Christian Church - Fellowship Hall (the building right next to the playground with the red door. We teach on the second level right at the top of the stairs in the large Fellowship Hall room)
East Nashville SUNDAY Beginner Class - Ages 6 & Up
Day: Sunday
Time: 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Location: Danceast - 805 Woodland St. #314, Nashville, TN 37206
BRAND NEW LEBANON CLASSES - Starting TUESDAY April 9th - Taught by Claire Shirey
Day: Tuesday
Time: 7pm - 7:45pm Under 12
Time: 7:45pm - 8:30pm ages 12+
Location: Belamour Ballet - 1411 W. Main St. Lebanon, TN 37087
Beginner Class Description: Dancers will learn the fundamentals and basic footwork of Irish Dance while also learning choreography & timing of the music for the core dances ~ Reel, Light Jig, Slip Jig, Hornpipe, & Treble Jig. All dancers learn soft shoe first and then learn hard shoe once they've developed enough strength and understanding of soft shoe. Dancers in this class do have the opportunity to perform and compete once they have an efficient understanding of their steps, if that is something you desire for your child. Competition levels start at beginner and can be a great opportunity for your child to grow confidence, make friends, and have fun!
Register Here: Beginners
East Nashville Adult Beginner Class - Ages 18 & Up
Day: Monday
Time: 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Location: Eastwood Christian Church - Fellowship Hall (see note above in beginner class)
Description: The adult class will also review the basic fundamental footwork, choreography and timing of Irish Dance. There will also be opportunities to learn ceili dancing, which is choreographed group dancing and a lot of fun! Adults can take Irish Dance simply for the fun of it, or to perform and compete, there are many opportunities for that. This class will be low-pressure, but a fun challenging workout as well. We'd love to have you!
Register Here: Adults
For more advanced classes, please email us at wendy@scott-ellis.com
What to Bring/Wear
Dancers should wear comfortable athletic clothes, socks, sneakers or jazz shoes, and hair should be pulled back. Once you're registered and committed to classes, we can help you order beginner soft shoes for your dancer.
*All dancers start in soft shoes or "ghillies" which are similar to a ballet type shoe. Once they learn the basics of soft shoe, they will advance to learning hard shoe as well. Hard shoes are similar to tap shoes.
