Jump'n Jig Midwest is the first complete preschool Irish dance program to be offered in the the Midw
07/04/2026
✨ Happy 4th of July from McGovern Irish Dance! ☘️
Today we're celebrating freedom, family, friendship, and the traditions that bring us together. We hope your day is filled with laughter, great memories, and a little dancing along the way!
Have a fun and safe Independence Day—we can't wait to see everyone back in the studio soon!
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06/26/2026
Zellie had the crowd in the palm of her little hand tonight Dayton Celtic Festival Celtic Crush
06/23/2026
💗☘️ One day she'll be out there too...
Our Mini Jigs dancers absolutely perform, and many of them have already danced on festival stages, at community events, and alongside their McGovern Irish Dance friends. But this moment caught our hearts for a different reason.
As the older dancers took the stage Celtic Fest Ohio, one of our youngest Mini Jigs stood quietly watching. Not because she wasn't dancing that day—but because she was watching what comes next.
She was watching the dancers she looks up to. The dancers who were once Mini Jigs themselves.
At McGovern Irish Dance, every class is connected. Our youngest dancers grow into beginners, our beginners grow into performers, and our performers become the role models inspiring the next generation standing just off stage.
This photo is a reminder that Irish dance is about so much more than steps. It's about belonging to something bigger, having goals to reach for, and knowing there's a place for you every step of the way.
And someday, there may be another little dancer standing in the crowd, watching her. 💕
Ready to start your dancer's journey?
🌟 McGovern Mini Jigs
☘️ Ages 2–5
📍 Dayton • Troy • Lafayette
💗 Free Trial Classes Available
Learn more at www.preschoolirishdance.com
🍓☘️ What an incredible weekend Troy Strawberry Festival! ☘️🍓
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who stopped by to watch our dancers perform throughout the weekend. Your applause, encouragement, and support mean so much to our dancers and their families.
We are especially grateful to our amazing dance parents who dedicate countless hours driving, volunteering, helping with costumes, cheering from the audience, and making opportunities like this possible for our dancers. We couldn't do it without you!
A very special thank you goes out to three of our dancers who are currently on the injured list — Gavin, Lizzie, and Vivi. While they weren't able to perform this weekend, they still showed up to help wrangle our younger dancers, lend a hand backstage, and support their teammates. That kind of dedication, leadership, and team spirit is what makes our McGovern Irish Dance family so special. 💚
We would also like to thank the Troy Strawberry Festival organizers for hosting another wonderful community event. We are honored to be part of such a beloved tradition and always enjoy sharing our love of Irish dance with festival visitors from near and far.
Performing at community events like this is one of the many exciting opportunities available to McGovern Irish Dance dancers throughout the year. From local festivals and cultural celebrations to performances and competitions, our dancers build confidence, friendships, and unforgettable memories along the way.
✨ Registration is now open for our 2026/27 season! Whether you're brand new to Irish dance or looking to continue your dance journey, we'd love to welcome you to the McGovern Irish Dance family.
👉 Register today: https://www.mcgoverndance.org/register
06/07/2026
We have one more show today . Come see us at 12:00 on the Levee Stage along with a few of our Mini Jigs and a Try It Class after our performance!
06/04/2026
🍓🎶 COME SEE US DANCE AT THE TROY STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL! 🎶🍓
Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Join McGovern Irish Dance and experience the energy, excitement, and tradition of Irish dance!
💃 Watch our dancers perform on the Community Stage
🍓 Enjoy one of Ohio's favorite summer festivals
☘️ Meet our dance family
👧 Try a FREE McGovern Mini Jigs Preschool Irish Dance Class after each performance!
📍 Community Stage – Troy Strawberry Festival
🗓️ Saturday, June 6 – 1:15 PM
🗓️ Sunday, June 7 – 11:00 AM
Whether your child dreams of performing on stage, making new friends, or simply trying something new, this is the perfect opportunity to see what McGovern Irish Dance is all about!
✨ Fall Registration for our Troy Studio is now open!
📍 Fitness Institute of Troy
101 W. Franklin St., Troy, OH
🎉 Plus, don't miss our upcoming Summer Irish Dance Camp coming in July!
Learn more: www.mcgoverndance.org
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06/04/2026
🍓🎶 COME SEE US DANCE AT THE TROY STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL! 🎶🍓
Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Join McGovern Irish Dance Troy Strawberry Festival and experience the energy, excitement, and tradition of Irish dance!
💃 Watch our dancers perform on the Community Stage
🍓 Enjoy one of Ohio's favorite summer festivals
☘️ Meet our dance family
👧 Try a FREE McGovern Mini Jigs Preschool Irish Dance Class after each performance!
📍 Community Stage – Troy Strawberry Festival
🗓️ Saturday, June 7 – 1:15 PM
🗓️ Sunday, June 7 – 11:00 AM
Whether your child dreams of performing on stage, making new friends, or simply trying something new, this is the perfect opportunity to see what McGovern Irish Dance is all about!
✨ Fall Registration for our Troy Studio is now open!
📍 Fitness Institute of Troy
101 W. Franklin St., Troy, OH
🎉 Plus, don't miss our upcoming Summer Irish Dance Camp coming in July!
Learn more: www.mcgoverndance.org
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Tiny feet. Big confidence. 💕 There’s something magical about watching a little dancer walk into class shy… and leave smiling, skipping, and believing in themselves. At McGovern Mini Jigs, we’re building more than dancers — we’re building confidence, friendships, coordination, and JOY. ✨ Come see the magic for yourself at a FREE trial class.