Explore Irish Dance | ADC Irish Dance

Every Step
Tells a Story

Explore the Energy of Irish Dance and discover a variety of styles at our Irish dance studio in Bluffdale. Step into tradition, rhythm, and fun today!

Irish dance is rooted in tradition and bursting with energy. At ADC Irish Dancers, we celebrate that spirit in every class. From their very first steps, kids learn more than just dance—they build confidence, coordination, and a strong sense of pride.

New dancers are introduced to traditional Irish shoes on day one: a milestone they always remember. As they grow, they refine their technique, master intricate steps, and begin to express their own style within our dance studio community.

We are proud to create a warm, encouraging space where every dancer feels seen and supported. Parents value our personal approach, and we’re always here to help—whether it is finding the right gear or cheering on every leap and stomp.

Soft Shoe

Soft shoe dancing is the first style beginners learn in Irish dance. Girls traditionally wear lightweight leather shoes called ghillies, while boys wear reel shoes. However, beginners (especially younger ones) start in ballet or jazz shoes for comfort and affordability before switching to traditional footwear.

In these early classes, dancers focus on posture, pointed toes, timing, and light jumps, learning to float across the floor with grace and precision. Soft shoe dancing builds the skills and technique to lay the foundation for more advanced steps and rhythms.

Hard Shoe

Hard shoe dancing is where Irish dance gets loud—in the best way! Once dancers are confident in their soft shoe skills, they advance to include hard shoe. Similar to tap, hard shoe dancing uses stomps, clicks, and intricate footwork to build powerful percussive rhythms.

These traditional Irish shoes bring energy and excitement to the stage, making hard shoes routines a favorite in performances and competitions alike.

Céilí Dance

Céilí (pronounced kay-lee) is where Irish dance meets teamwork and fun. These traditional group dances bring dancers together in lines, circles, and squares—learning patterns, timing, and how to move as one.

Even beginners jump in early, picking up rhythm and spatial awareness while laughing through the learning curve. It is a lively, social part of class and a crowd favorite at performances and competitions.

Traditional Set Dances

Traditional Set Dances are solo routines performed to classical Irish music, each with its own distinct rhythm and choreography. They are basic, foundational dances, hundreds of years old and passed down from the dance masters of old world Ireland. These dances build the groundwork for technique, basic footwork, and a strong base for more intricate rhythms later.

A Dance Studio Families Trust in Bluffdale, Utah

When you are choosing a dance studio, you want more than just classes—you want a place where your child feels safe, supported, and excited to learn.

At ADC Irish Dancers, we offer just that. Our classes are filled with music, movement, and a close-knit community that makes learning fun. Many families looking for Irish dance in Utah start with us for that very first lesson—and stay for years as their dancers grow in confidence and skill.