Irish Social Dancing

Set dancing is a group dance style similar to American square dancing. In this class, students will learn the first two figures of an Irish set and begin to become familiar with the patterns found in this style of dance. Set dancing is lively and a ton of fun. The first two figure of the Clare Lancers Set will be taught. No experience needed and open to all ages 12+.

Students should wear sneakers.

Kara Howgate-Mello

Dance Instructor

Kara Howgate-Mello began dancing in 2009 under the direction of Kieran Jordan, initially concentrating on step dancing but quickly expanding her focus to include sean-nós (old style) dance. Her repertoire is grounded in traditional steps from the south and west of Ireland and draws on both improvisation and formal step dances. Kara is the director of Groton Irish Dance, which offers non-competitive classes for kids and adults, and previously taught through CCÉ Boston Music School.

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