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Three Stretches Every Irish Dancer Should Do Daily cat/cow exercises injury prevention irish dancer Jun 19, 2025

Look, we get it. Between classes, Feis prep, and the school, squeezing in yet another thing to your routine might sound like a hard “no.” But hear us out - just three quick stretches a day can make a huge difference to how you’re Dancing (and how your body feels after!).

These aren’t just any stret...

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Bouncing Back - What to Do When You Don't Reach Your Placement Goals coaching feis growth irish dancing Jun 12, 2025

So, you've worked really hard, you've given up your Saturday lie-ins and sacrificed days out with your friends. You’ve worked on your mindset, your movement and made sure you were well rested for the big day. Then the big day came
you went full-out. But when the results were called, your name wasn’t...

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How Parents Can Support Without Pressure dance parent irish dancer support Jun 05, 2025

Let’s be honest, being the parent of an Irish Dancer is not always easy Between early mornings, endless bobby pins, and spending entire weekends at Feises, it can feel like you’ve accidentally enrolled in a part-time job you never applied for. Yet, here you are, cheering from the sidelines as your c...

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From Panic to Punchlines: Lightening the Mood in Irish Dancing calming nerves community dance competition irish dancing May 29, 2025

Let’s be honest
when you're sidestage at a Feis, it can feel like the whole world is holding its breath. Whether you're a Dancer about to take the stage or a parent trying to hide your nerves while pretending you totally know if their rhythm is correct, pressure is part and parcel of the Irish Danci...

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Why Irish Dancing is Better with a Crew (and Where to Find Yours) community festival irish dancing May 22, 2025

Let’s be real: Irish dancing might look like a solo sport, you up there on stage, all focus and footwork, but behind every confident dancer is a whole crowd of people cheering them on, lifting them up, and laughing about that time your zip broke right before the recall.

Here’s the truth: community ...

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Social Media and Irish Dance - Let’s Talk About It! irish dancing mindset social media May 15, 2025

In today’s digital age, social media plays a huge role in the lives of young dancers. From training clips on TikTok to Feis photos on Instagram, it’s easy to get caught up in the scroll. For Irish Dancers and their parents, understanding the impact of social media is more important than ever.

This ...

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How to Stay Motivated During a Plateau dance parent irish dance mindset thinking positive May 08, 2025

Let’s talk about something every Irish Dancer faces at some point - the plateau đŸ˜©. You know what I mean
 that moment when the buzz of starting something new fades, progress slows down, and your motivation decides to disappear faster than your hardshoe rhythm on a slippery stage!!

I call this the “m...

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Supporting Young Dancers: The Role of Parents in The Irish Dancing Journey community feis irish dance parent young irish dancers May 01, 2025

In the world of competitive Irish Dance, young Dancers are often supported by a silent but powerful force - their parents and guardians. Behind the scenes of every Dance class, Feis, and performance is a network of parents juggling encouragement, logistics, and emotional support. But how can parents...

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How To Achieve Terrific Toe Height As An Irish Dancer Apr 24, 2025

One of the most striking elements that sets top-level Irish dancers apart is toe height – that strong, lifted finish that creates clean, powerful lines. But achieving that picture-perfect toe height doesn’t just happen overnight – it takes targeted strength, technique, and consistency. That’s why we...

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Periods & Performance: How Your Cycle Affects Your Irish Dancing Apr 10, 2025

Periods: they’re a natural part of life, yet they’re rarely spoken about in the world of competitive Irish Dance. At Move with Meg, we believe that education and open conversations can help dancers perform at their best, without fear or embarrassment.

In a recent episode of Meg Talks, I delved into...

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What You Should Be Doing If You Are Not Going To The World Championships Apr 03, 2025

The World Championships are a huge moment in the Irish dance calendar, but not every dancer will be stepping onto that stage this year. If you’re not competing (for whatever reason that may be), it’s easy to feel left out or unsure about what to focus on next. But here’s the thing - this is actually...

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This Secret Move Will Transform Your Kick Height Mar 27, 2025

Coming home from the CLRG All Ireland’s, one thing stood out to myself and Annabelle - those that have impressive kick height really stood out!! Kick height is something that has always been important in Irish Dancing, but as Dancing has changed and evolved it is becoming more and more essential to ...

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