Derrig Academy Of Irish Dance

Well done to all dancers today who danced at The City Of Manchester Feis.. A very long and tiring day indeed. Everyone should be so proud of themselves. We had new dancers dancing for the very first time Francesca under 5 stars of the future happy with her trophy and awards. Danika & Denaya you did a brilliant job coming away with two medals each well done 👏
For Aoife only second time dancing in under 6 novice and placing 9th Reel, 7th single jig and 8th in the light trophy. Layla danced in u6 for the very first time and came away with a 9th in the reel & and 10th in Light trophy, amazing achievements from both of these little ones.
Eivissa u10 Novice Winner 🥇 Light jig 🥇 Slip jig 2nd in light trophy 🏆 and all Dances now in Primary.. Congratulations 🙌 Primary Reel danced for the very first time and getting 6th place in the solo after having a little trip out of 30 dancers, Single jig and Heavy jig danced and coming away with medals..
Bella Millie & Sophia you did a great job especially on the new dances.
Bella - 3x5th places Reel, single jig & light jig🏅 Slip jig 🥇 6th Light trophy, heavy jig solo 🥉 & Heavy trophy 6th.
Millie - Reel 6th 🏅 single jig 8th 🏅Light Jig 7th🏅
Slip Jig 6th 🏅Light trophy 3rd 🏆Heavy Jig 3rd 🏅
Heavy trophy3rd 🏆
Sophia - Reel 4th 🏅 single jig 9th 🏅Light jig 5th 🏅 slip jig 🥈 Heavy jig 🥇 Light trophy 7th & heavy trophy 6th place.
O13 Intermediate Autumn, beautiful eleigant Slip jig indeed, 🥈 in solo 3rd in light trophy 🏆 danced Heavy jig with new steps 5th
Let’s continue with the progress, improvements & believing in yourselves. You can all do it 🙌❤️💚😊☘️

A big Happy 13th Birthday to Gracie, We hope you’ve had a lovely Birthday, Enjoy the celebrations!!! 🛍️🎂🎈

🎉 Happy 14th Birthday Millie, We hope you have a lovely day 🎉

Monday night dance class finished with 🐣 Easter treats 🐣 well done girls lots of hard work, Hope you all have a lovely Easter.

☘️ What a lovely evening to kick start St Patrick’s Day Celebrations The girls did a great job last night dancing at St Patrick’s Fundraising event. A fabulous display of dancing for sure & not to mention some of the girls dancing their new dances 👏 You worked together as a team and the complements that I received throughout the night on how you made everybody’s night was so lovely, to hear. They enjoyed it so much that they can’t wait to see you at the next fundraising event.
A big thank you to all parents for supporting the event they really appreciated it for sure, Thanks for those who donated raffle prizes and contributed on the night. ☘️

☘️ Irish Dancing Classes Are Now Available for Little Jiggers ☘️

(Children 3+)

✨ Jump • Jig • Have Fun ✨

Fun & Friendly Irish Dance Classes designed & perfect for Little Dancers.

Taught by Champion dancer Joseph Watson, TCRG

Why Irish Dance & what it offers?

☘️ Beginner - friendly
☘️ Builds Confidence, Coordination & Discipline
☘️ great exercise through play
☘️ Learning in a supportive & engaging environment
☘️ Learn traditional dance steps, Rhythm & Timing
☘️ Teamwork skills
☘️ Making new Friends
☘️participate in Competitions, Or join just for Fun.

NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED!!!

Limited Spaces available, So please get in contact today to secure a place.

📧 Email - [email protected]

🎂 Happy Birthday Elysia 🎂

🎅🏻🌲Our Christmas Party Class which took place last week. 🌲🎅🏻

What a lovely evening it was. All children coming together to share their achievements, It was lovely to see the little ones sitting together and building friendships ☺️

Everyone has been working extremely hard in class. Let’s keep up that hard work for the New Year…

Would just like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas, hope you all have a fabulous day.

Classes will resume on 5th January 2026!!!
If anyone is interested in their child starting a new hobby or interest within the New Year please get in contact by DM or emailing at : [email protected]

Take Care,

Joe

Happy 4th Birthday to Francesca, We hope you’ve had a lovely day & enjoyed your Stitch themed party.. 🎈🥳🎂

🥳 Happy Belated 13th Birthday Sophia 🥳 We hope you enjoyed your special day yesterday xx