The Academy Irish Dance

07/10/2026

To our amazing dancers 💙
Best of luck today 💙 🍀💙
Wishing luck to everyone receiving their results today 💙🍀💙

21/08/2026

10/08/2026

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The Academy are excited to welcome new and returning dancers as enrolment opens in August for Irish Dance Classes on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays in the Civic Centre. Our classes are for boys and girls from 3 years of age. Taught by 4 fully qualified, Garda Vetted teachers. Our class have won collective World, Irish, National and International Champion titles both for solo and team dances. We invite you to get in touch to join our incredible dance family today and be part of something special! 💙
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06/07/2026

It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share the heartbreaking news of the passing of one of our beautiful dance Mammy's, Lorraine Hoary following an illness fought so bravely.

Lorraine was so much more than a parent at The Academy, she was part of our family. As the devoted Mam of our three Academy girls, Saoirse, Caitlin and Aoibhe, she has been at the heart of our dance family for many years.

From the beginning with Jennifer's class (McDonnell School of Irish Dancing) in Portarlington to countless Academy memories, Lorraine was always there with a warm smile, a kind word, and endless support.

She is a treasured friend of the McDonnell family and someone we all love dearly.

Today, our Academy family is heartbroken. Lorraine's strength, kindness and gentle nature left a lasting mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. She will be missed beyond words.

To her precious girls, Saoirse, Caitlin and Aoibhe, and to their wonderful dad, Stephen, we are holding you close in our hearts.

Please know that you are surrounded by the love, prayers and support of your entire dance family during this incredibly difficult time.

Lorraine, thank you for the friendship, kindness and love you shared with us over the years. It was an honour to know you, and your memory will forever be part of our dance family.

Rest peacefully, Lorraine. You will always be loved, always remembered, and forever a part of The Academy x . 💙

23/04/2026

Our James is getting married 💙
We wish you and Steven all the love and luck in the world today and always 💙

20/04/2026

Dream Big little ones 💙🌍💙

20/04/2026

A celebration of our amazing achievements 💙🌍💙

20/04/2026

🌍CRDM World Championships 2026🌍
What a Week 💙
What a Team 💙
We are so proud of you 💙