Student Handbook

As always, if you have any questions please ask!

Teelin Communication Overview

The primary purpose of the Teelin Student Handbook is to summarize the information that pertains to current students of the Teelin School of Irish Dance. The Teelin website is the source…

Who’s Who in Teelin Leadership

Teelin is committed to providing top quality dance instruction, promoting Irish culture through traditional step dance, exploring innovative choreography, and increasing performance opportunities for Irish dancers. This is accomplished through…

Parent Primer on Irish Dance

Irish step dancing is a niche activity. When Riverdance hit the world stage in 1995, it brought to public attention an aspect of Irish culture that previously had been largely…

General Overview of Lesson Program

Most students enter the Teelin School lesson program either through the Summer Camp program, or by enrolling in an entry-level class at the beginning of the school year. Students with…

Communication Reminders

If you know that a student will miss their scheduled dance class, then please send e-mail to kathleen@teelin.com so that we have accurate expected attendance numbers in each class. (See…

Competition Information

Some students enjoy the opportunity to compete, and some students prefer to focus their efforts on other aspects of Irish dance. Choosing to compete is a personal decision; Teelin supports…

Champ Program / Championships

The move from Prizewinner Grade competitions to Preliminary Championships is significant. Each dancer transitioning into the Teelin Champion Program will attend the next available orientation meeting, which will offer the…

Company (Performance Teams)

The Teelin Irish Dance Company is an advanced level performance team comprised of students auditioned from the Teelin School of Irish Dance. Being a member of company requires significant commitment,…

Teelin Events / Important Dates

Teelin is dedicated to developing a family friendly environment with a strong sense of community by hosting events that promote Irish culture through dance and music. Teelin sponsors many events…

Glossary of Terms and Acronyms

The following lists of terms and acronyms are, obviously, not comprehensive. The intention is simply to offer a few helpful references for those who are new to Irish dance. As…