Jazz Fusion
Jazz Fusion
Incorporating the styles of Ballet, Jazz and Contemporary students are brought through the fundamental technical steps of each style giving them the opportunity to learn new combinations and steps which will help them in all other areas of dance.
The class shall start with a classical ballet barre. Students shall work on their posture and alignment warming themselves up. The class will then lead into the centre where they will work on turns, directional changes, and step combinations. Across the floor students will work on their kicks and leaps ending with choreography at the end of class.
This general class is suitable for all levels where you will build on your technical ability or learn new steps and technique.
Jazz and Lyrical Contemporary Dance with ELLEN
Jazz & Lyrical Contemporary
Our phenomenal ITW dance teacher, Keith Cosgrove, will put you through your paces in a dynamic Dance Class based on Jazz and Lyrical Contemporary techniques. Wednesdays at ITW Drumcondra… click the link to find out more
Come join us for a dynamic, show stopping dance class - every Wednesday at ITW STUDIOS, ABC Drumcondra.
Senior / Young Adult Class: 1st-6th yrs Secondary
Our Senior/Young Adult Senior Lyrical/Contemporary Wednesdays class is designed to help students learn and build confidence in their technical ability. In this class we incorporate turns, and leaps with floor work and travelling sequences. The structure of this class consists of a warm up, flexibility work, strength and conditioning exercises, technical steps, corner work, step combinations and Choreography. There is a big emphasis on performance in this class, and students will be encouraged to work on their own Choreography, working on solo routines through the term.
New students always welcome!
WEDNESDAYS @ ITW STUDIOS DRUMCONDRA
4.30pm Hip Hop and Commercial
5.30pm Lyrical Contemporary & Jazz
What to wear:
Inters: Plain black leggings, ITW Black Leotard and a black ITW t-shirt with black jazz shoes or black split sole ballet shoes. Long hair in a ponytail. Boys: Black tracksuit bottoms and ITW t-shirt.
Seniors: Black leggings Black Jazz Leotard and ITW vest top with black split sole ballet shoes or bare feet. Long hair in a ballet bun.
ITW Uniforms can be pre-ordered online from our ITW SHOP and will be delivered to the Studios for collection at class.
Private Dance Classes: Our dance teachers are also available to teach private lessons in preparation for competition solos, duets and college auditions. Contact dance@itwstudios.ie if you would like to book private dance classes.
ITW Dance Company: Many of our students are also in one of the ITW Dance Companies. We have three Companies catering for the different age levels and abilities. Fosse Company for our Inters, Ailey Company for our Seniors and Graham Company for our Young Adults. They train during the Summer and once a week during term time and perform at Dance Platform and on the main stage at Perform Ireland. They also enter solos, duets and group numbers in various Dance Competitions in Ireland and also sometimes in the UK and further afield - we had a very successful trip to Dance Camp in Disney Paris in 2018 which we hope to repeat very soon! All students in Dance Company must attend a minimum of two ITW Dance classes a week in order to maintain the required standards and auditions take place in August - to find out more see our DANCE COMPANIES pages on this site by clicking the links highlighted in PINK.
Ballet
If you want to excel as a dancer and performer you need to have a secure classical dance technique. Our ballet classes cater for the Dancer who seeks the foundation in Ballet and we offer classes for all ages and abilities from 4yrs to Young Adult.
Our Senior and Young Adult Ballet class at ITW is not exam based. It is very much aimed at those wishing to develop their ballet technique to compliment their other dance styles. Ballet technique is the foundation of all dance styles and is an important cornerstone in a dancer's education.
Senior Ballet Class - Tuesdays at 6.30pm:
In the Senior Ballet class, we learn and develop the technique and strength of movement in the fundamental ballet steps and techniques. Class begins on the barre where we work through different exercises that teach the fundamental steps including plies, tendus, glisses, fondu, rond de jambe, frappes and battements. Barre work is the foundation of ballet technique and the movements learned there are then developed in the centre during the second half of class into turns, jumps and adage etc. Combinations in the centre allow for the techniques from the barre to be practice and for the dancers to develop their fluidity of movement. We also work on flexibility in each class to allow the dancers to access a larger range of motion.
Young Adult Ballet Class - Tuesdays 7.30pm
In the Young Adult Ballet class, we learn and develop the techniques and strength of movement in ballet that can be applied to other dance styles. Class begins on the barre where we work through different exercises that teach the fundamental steps including plies, tendus, glisses, fondu, rond de jambe, frappes and battements. We do a 'free' barre every week where we work through different exercises that the dancers must pick up quickly and remember, this ensures that they are staying engaged and applying their techniques to the different combinations of ballet movements.
Barre work is the foundation of ballet technique and the movements learned are then developed in the centre into turns, jumps and adage etc. In the Young Adult class, we learn more complex combinations in the centre to challenge their technique and ability to recall choreography. Alongside this, we take some time to isolate and work on strength and flexibility through stretching and pilates based movements that will further enhance the dancers' overall alignment and ability to execute pieces of choreography with grace and fluidity of movement.
Senior Contemporary Dance Class is also available - Tuesdays at 5.30pm and many of our dancers come for the two hours.This class combines modern, contemporary, and ballet techniques to create a unique and expressive dance experience. The focus is on building technique, strength, and dance vocabulary. Each week, we'll work on choreography, allowing dancers to combine their skills and express themselves through movement.
For Senior and Young Adult dancers, the class goes deeper into technique and explores different lyrical styles. We'll study renowned practitioners, discovering their artistry and mastering intricate movements.
Technique Fusion - Thursdays 6:45pm
This class is a fusion of Jazz, Ballet and Contemporary giving dancers the fundamental technique of all 3 disciplines.
Starting on the barre students will be brought through a classical ballet warm up, followed by centre work where students will work on their flexibility, turns and step combinations. Corner work where students will learn alignment for kicks, traveling steps and jumps finishing up with Choreography combining all the technical steps learnt in class.
This hybrid class is suitable for all levels where beginners will learn the basics of dance technique, but more advanced students will be pushed to improved their technical ability, strength and flexibility.
Ballet classes at ITW are based on the encouraging and inclusive classical examination syllabi of the Irish Board of Dance Performance to maximise understanding of various classical ballet styles and techniques such as Checchetti, Russian, RAD syllabus inspired, Balanchine, Bournonville methods and more. Each class focuses on the traditional ballet format:
Barre including plies, tondus, degage/jetes, ron de jambs, frappes, fondus, grand batments, developes, etc.
Centre including adagio, petite allegro, grande allegro, waltzes, pose/pique turns, pirouettes and more
Timetable:
Senior Contemporary: Tuesdays 5.30-6.30pm ITW Clonskeagh
Senior Ballet: Tuesdays 6.30-7.30pm
Young Adult Ballet: Tuesdays 7.30-8.30pm and Pointe 8.30-9pm ITW Clonskeagh
Technique Fusion - Thursdays 6.45-7.45pm ITW Clonskeagh
Senior Ballet showing off their Certificates at our Christmas Display 2022
Sacha with the Young Adult Ballet class at their Class Display May 2023
Ballet Class
We offer a range of classes for girls and boys, suited to different ages and technical levels:
Senior (1st -3rd Secondary)
Young Adult (4th-6th Secondary)
Pointe Class (by invitation only)
For your ballet class we do have a few expectations. They are as follows:
Be on time (this allows for proper warm up which prevents injury) and ready to go at start time.
Hair is to be out of the face (bun or pinned up braids,)
Ballet uniform (Please ensure you purchase the correct one for your grade/class)
Bring a water bottle (only water is allowed in class to protect the floors)
Ensure you have a sweat towel if needed
Appropriate footwear is to be worn: ballet shoes absolutely no socks or street shoes.
Emma and Juliette preparing for our Christmas Ballet class recital, 2022
Uniforms
It is essential that students have the correct uniform and ballet shoes for their grade. When signing your child up for ballet, you are signing them up, not only for dance, but for lessons in discipline and hard work as well. With that, comes the ballet dress code:
Although it may seem unnecessary to parents or people unfamiliar with the dance world, ballet dress code has been around for centuries, and exists to make class more focused and structured. Ballet requires a great deal of discipline and giving your dancer a set dress code helps them to understand simple rules.
When children wear their proper ballet attire, it reminds them of where they are-class, and not on a play date or on the playground. This gets them in the mindset of learning. Plus, when children all wear their pink tights and black leotards, they are much less likely to be distracted by their clothing and the clothing of others. Additionally, when hair is pulled back securely, students won’t be be as likely to play with their hair or need to push it out of their face for the majority of their class time or put the class on hold while asking the teacher to fix their hair.
Another reason ballet dress code is important is so that teachers can properly correct the students. Ballet attire makes the lines and body placement much more visible to the instructor, and can help your child dance correctly and safely. This grows even more important the older your child gets.
Not only does the dress code help with the class, but dressing like a dancer makes you feel more...like a dancer. Students in their proper ballet attire are typically so much more eager to learn and feel like they’re a part of a group that has to work together. So please, do your best to observe the ballet dress code. If you need help with any aspect of it, please don’t hesitate to ask a staff member before or after class.
Please contact our friendly team at the ITW Office on 012600831 or email dance@itwstudios.ie us if you are interested in enrolling for The ITW ballet classes; click here to see days and times of ballet classes.
Lyrical/Contemporary Dance
Lyrical/Contemporary
A fusion of modern, contemporary, and ballet, this class will focus on developing strength and flexibility with expressive, graceful choreography. Dancers will learn turns, leaps, fancy footwork, and partnering within the lyrical/contemporary technique to inspire personal artistry and creativity.
Contemporary dance is an umbrella term that covers areas of contemporary ballet, urban contemporary, postmodern contemporary, lyrical contemporary, lyrical jazz, and modern dance as it was pioneered by dance practitioners including Martha Graham, Merce Cunningham and Paul Taylor.
A fusion of modern, contemporary, and ballet, this class will focus on developing strength and flexibility with expressive, graceful choreography.
The Inter class is an introduction to these styles and is designed to build technique, strength and dance vocabulary. Class begins with a warm-up and stretch, then we move on to exercises to isolate and work on different aspects of technique, including tendus, kicks, pirouettes, developpes, jumps and leaps both stationary and across the floor.
Each week we also work on a piece of choreography, this allows the dancers to learn to combine all of the movements and techniques they have learnt along with developing their ability to emote and express themselves through movement. When learning new choreography we spend some time thinking about the mood and feeling in the music and how we might best use our movement to convey this to an audience. These pieces allow the dancers to develop their musicality and understanding of rhythm and phrasing which will complement their dance technique.
The Senior class is designed to continue to build technique, strength and more in-depth knowledge of various styles. We begin each week with a warm-up and stretch and then we move on to exercises to isolate and work on different aspects of technique, including tendus, kicks, pirouettes, developpes, jumps and leaps both stationary and across the floor.
Each week we also work on a piece of choreography, this allows the dancers to learn to combine all of the movement and techniques they have learnt along with developing their ability to emote and express themselves through movement. When learning new choreography, we talk about the use of facial expression, breath and port de bras as techniques of expression. These pieces allow the dancers to develop their musicality and understanding of rhythm and phrasing which will complement their dance technique.
What to wear: Students should wear a leotard of their choice with dance leggings or shorts, black split sole ballet shoes or bare feet. Long hair should be tied up. ITW Dance wear can be ordered from the ITW SHOP for delivery to ITW Studios where the students can collect them at class.
Timetable:
Lyrical Contemporary Classes in ITW Studios Clonskeagh
Inter Lyrical Contemporary: Wednesdays 5-6pm with Jordan
Senior Lyrical/Contemporary: Tuesdays 5.30pm-6.30pm with Sacha
Young Adult Lyrical/Contemporary: Wednesdays 5pm-6.30pm with Jennifer
We also have Jazz & Lyrical Contemporary in ITW Drumcondra
Inter Jazz & Lyrical Contemporary: Wednesdays 4.30-5.30pm with Ellen
Senior Jazz & Lyrical Contemporary: Wednesdays 5.30-6.30pm with Ellen
HIP HOP/COMMERCIAL
Hip Hop/Commercial
Encompassing a wide range of commercial dance styles including Jazz, Street, Urban-commercial, and Jazz-Funk this class will focus on dance styles seen in music videos and on TV. Hip Hop/Commercial class is about evolving strength, technique, and style while focusing on attack and confidence. Learn amazing acrobatics and dances to your favourite pop songs in a fun, high-energy class.
Hip Hop class is about evolving strength, technique, and style while focusing on attack and confidence.
Learn hip hop moves and dances to your favourite pop songs in a fun, high-energy class.
This class is taught by Jennifer Connell in Clonskeagh and Ellen Fitzpatrick in Drumcondra.
Two amazing teachers who really pack a punch!
Our class times are as follows:
Mondays in Clonskeagh with Jennifer Connell
Inter Hip Hop/Commercial at 5:45pm
Senior Y/A Hip Hop/Commercial at 6:45pm
Wednesdays in Drumcondra with Ellen Fitzpatrick
Senior Y/A Hip Hop/Commercial at 4:30pm
Senior Lyrical Contemporary at 5.30pm
One class per week €14
Two classes per week €25
Please fill in a registration form to book - for further information please call us on 01 2600831 or 01 2196842
Jazz Dance
At ITW, students taking jazz class will learn all about Jazz technique including elements of Fosse and Ailey technique as well as exercises based on ISTD Modern dance. If a student wants a little more push in their dance skills and performance, Jazz class is the place to be.
Jazz dance is a performance dance and style that arose in the United States in the mid 20th century alongside Jazz Music. Now however, it is often associated with the dance styles found in musical theatre, films and pop music videos. Some identifying elements of jazz dance include: isolations, character performance, beautiful precision and all things high kicks and explosive jumps. At ITW, students taking jazz class will learn all about Jazz technique including elements of Fosse and Ailey technique as well as exercises based on ISTD Modern dance. If a student wants a little more push in their dance skills and performance, Jazz class is the place to be. Our Jazz class is available in ITW Clonskeagh and is divided into different age and ability levels.
Inter/Senior Technique Fusion*: Thursdays 6.45-7.45pm
Senior YA Intermediate level Jazz : Fridays 5.30-6.30pm
Senior / Young Adult Advanced level Jazz : Sundays 12.00-1.00pm
What to wear: Black leggings/Dance Shorts with ITW Jazz Leotard and split suede sole ballet or jazz shoes or bare feet. Long hair tied up in a pony tail. Dancewear can be ordered online from our ITW SHOP and will be delivered to the Studios for collection at class.
ITW Dance Company: Many of our students are also in one of the ITW Dance Companies. We have three Companies catering for the different age levels and abilities. Fosse Company for our Juniors, Khan Company for our Inters and Graham Company for our Senior/Young Adults.
They train during our dance intensives over the Summer and once or twice a week during term time and perform at Dance Platform and on the main stage at Perform Ireland. They also enter solos, duets and group numbers in various Dance Competitions in Ireland and also sometimes in the UK and further afield - we had a very successful trip to Dance Camp in Disney Paris in 2018 and will take part in Take me 2 the Magic at Disneyland Paris in March 2024.
All students in Dance Company must attend a minimum of two ITW Dance classes a week in order to maintain the required standards and auditions take place in May and August - to find out more see our DANCE COMPANIES pages on this site by clicking the links highlighted in PINK.
*Technique Fusion with Sarah Dennis:
Thursdays 6:45pm
This class is a fusion of Jazz, Ballet and Contemporary giving dancers the fundamental technique of all 3 disciplines. Inters and Seniors welcome.
Starting on the barre students will be brought through a classical ballet warm up, followed by centre work where students will work on their turns and step combinations. Corner work where students will learn alignment for kicks, traveling steps and jumps finishing up with Choreography combining all the technical steps learnt in class.
This hybrid class is suitable for all levels where beginners will learn the basics of dance technique, but more experienced students will be pushed to improved their technical ability, strength and flexibility.
Graham Dance Company performing their Jazz Number at 5,6,7,8 Elite Dance Competition
Body conditioning
Body Conditioning is a one-hour long class that focuses on maintaining and stabilizing strength and flexibility for a stronger body. Each class is divided into 20 minute increments of abdominal exercises, arm exercises, leg and glutei exercises, cardio conditioning, plyometrics, and stretching. Each student will set his/her own goals at the beginning of the year and will develop his/her own programme. Class discussions will include basics to anatomy, kinesiology, nutrition, and overall healthy living. This class is highly recommended for intermediate and advanced dancers, but is open to all levels and abilities.
Body Conditioning for Teens
Body Conditioning is a one-hour long class that focuses on maintaining and stabilizing strength and flexibility for a stronger body. Each class is divided into 20 minute increments of abdominal exercises, arm exercises, leg and glutei exercises, cardio conditioning, plyometrics, and stretching.
Each student will set his/her own goals at the beginning of the year and will develop his/her own programme. Class discussions will include basics to anatomy, kinesiology, nutrition, and overall healthy living. This class is highly recommended for intermediate and advanced dancers, but is open to all levels and abilities.
Dance competitions and PERFORMANCES
Dance Competitions
The ITW Dance Studio is home to three Dance Companies for Inters, Seniors and Young Adults and brings these Companies and advanced solo dancers to Dance Competitions and Festivals in and around Ireland and the UK. Perfect for the dedicated dancer.
We have three Companies catering for the different age levels and abilities. Fosse Company for our Inters, Ailey Company for our Seniors and Graham Company for our Young Adults. They train during the Summer and once a week during term time and perform at Dance Platform and on the main stage at Perform Ireland. They also enter solos, duets and group numbers in various Dance Competitions in Ireland and also sometimes in the UK and further afield - we had a very successful trip to Dance Camp in Disney Paris in 2018 which we hope to repeat very soon!
All students in Dance Company must attend a minimum of two ITW Dance classes a week in order to maintain the required standards and auditions take place in August - to find out more see our DANCE COMPANIES pages on this site by clicking the links highlighted in PINK.
In 2016 ITW brought 13 Acts to the 5,6,7,8 Elite Dance Competition at The Waterfront Hall in Belfast. Since then we have grown from strength to strength and performed in Disneyland Paris, Dance Inspirations, Twilight and VAD Dance Competitions, Perform Ireland on the Main Stage and Dance Platform in The Helix! We have also travelled to Move IT in London and visited UCL World Dance Academy.
2020 saw our companies grow in strength and numbers online and we produced several dance videos and continued to achieve in competitions and performances in 21/22. We just cannot wait to see what 2022/22 brings -
The year will kick off with Dance Intensive and Company Training weeks and weekends in June, July and August at ITW Studios Clonskeagh and Drumcondra. 5,6,7,8 Elite Dance Competition in October, Performances in Dance Platform in The Helix in November and we are also performing on the Main Stage at Perform Ireland in November and showcasing our 3 companies in their own recital at Christmas.
