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In todayâs digital age, social media plays a huge role in the lives of young dancers. From training clips on TikTok to Feis photos on Instagram, itâs 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.
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Letâs talk about something every Irish Dancer faces at some point - the plateau đ©. 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 âm...
Competitive Irish Dancing is a tough yet rewarding sport, but one of the biggest challenges Dancers face isn't just about technique or stamina - itâs about mindset. When you have friends in other dance schools who are in the same age group, it can add another layer of complexity to your Feis mindset...
As a Senior or Older Dancer in an Irish Dancing class, you can often be seen as the role model for all of the younger Dancers. Even if youâre not the eldest Dancer in the class, most dance classes have a role model - someone who leads by example and is always there to help other people.Â
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Oireachtas season is in full swing, and each week there will be another group of excited dancers competing for their place at the 2025 World Championships! We love Oireachtas season because it is a time filled with possibilities, but we understand that this time can also be filled with nerves, press...
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We have all experienced frustration, but is this emotion stopping you from reaching your Irish dancing goals? There will always be times when our dancing journey is frustrating; maybe that is when you want to master a certain move and youâre finding it difficult, or you feel like you are improvin...
How many times a day do you find yourself:
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- Being super hard on yourselfÂ
- Telling yourself off inside your own mind
- Putting yourself down
- Talking to yourself using unkind language
- Overworking yourself
- Not taking enough rest each weekÂ
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If you find that you do this multiple times a day...
The CLRG All Ireland Championships are just weeks away now! This prestigious competition, held annually in Ireland, is one of the most important events in the Irish dancing calendar as dancers from around the world come together to compete in the final major event before the upcoming CLRG World Cham...
The Irish dance year is over and this is the perfect time to reflect, reframe and reset. These â3 Râsâ are a staple in our MWM community. Our MWM Gold Club dancers are taught in detail how to reflect, reframe and reset on a regular basis during their weekly mindset classes with Annabelle.Â
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  Oireachtas season is here and you may be an Irish dancer who is looking for help. Whether youâre unsure about what to do the week before dance day, what to do on dance day and how to deal with the highs and lows of the day - your MWM Ultimate Oireachtas Guide is here to help!
Whatâs Oireachtas?...
Irish dance isn't just about footwork and routines; it's a dance that begins in your mind. To truly master this captivating art, you must learn to dance with a positive mindset. Picture this: confidence radiating from every step, a stage filled with energy, and a crowd that's cheering you on. It all...
In the vibrant world of Irish dance, maintaining focus and concentration is key to delivering a flawless performance. We understand that distractions can sometimes get in the way, affecting your dancing and progress. But worry not! We have gathered our top tips and techniques to help you overcome th...