Cumascaigh School of Irish Dance
The Cumascaigh School of Irish Dance offers training for dancers looking to perform, compete or just have an amazing experience learning an art form that has transcended generations and crossed an ocean.
The school opened in New Jersey in the late 1990s under the direction of Erin Comaskey, regional and national Irish dancing champion. After a year of successful operation, there were literally too many classes for one person to handle and Erin enlisted the assistance of her sister, Meghan who was also an experienced regional and national championship dancer. Together, the sisters instructed over 100 students and brought the art of Irish dancing and traditional music into their lives.
The Cumascaigh School initially operated as a non-competitive school and the sisters were happy to focus on immersing their students in the Irish culture as well as showcasing their talents during performances. However, in 2001, both Erin and Meghan decided to take their TCRG in order to give their students the opportunities such a certification would afford them---the exciting world of competition!
Dancers will start with the basics and be exposed to solo dances, ceili (group) dances, and a more modern performance form of Irish Dance seen in many popular Irish Dancing shows across the country. Technique, poise, and stage presence are all things that students learn in class, however the strong bonds built by friendships and teamwork is what students of the Cumascaigh School can take with them through life.
Classes are held in Newport News, Yorktown and Hampton for adults and children from beginner to championships. No prior dance experience is required -- just the spirit to have fun!
The school opened in New Jersey in the late 1990s under the direction of Erin Comaskey, regional and national Irish dancing champion. After a year of successful operation, there were literally too many classes for one person to handle and Erin enlisted the assistance of her sister, Meghan who was also an experienced regional and national championship dancer. Together, the sisters instructed over 100 students and brought the art of Irish dancing and traditional music into their lives.
The Cumascaigh School initially operated as a non-competitive school and the sisters were happy to focus on immersing their students in the Irish culture as well as showcasing their talents during performances. However, in 2001, both Erin and Meghan decided to take their TCRG in order to give their students the opportunities such a certification would afford them---the exciting world of competition!
Dancers will start with the basics and be exposed to solo dances, ceili (group) dances, and a more modern performance form of Irish Dance seen in many popular Irish Dancing shows across the country. Technique, poise, and stage presence are all things that students learn in class, however the strong bonds built by friendships and teamwork is what students of the Cumascaigh School can take with them through life.
Classes are held in Newport News, Yorktown and Hampton for adults and children from beginner to championships. No prior dance experience is required -- just the spirit to have fun!
