So, your child started Irish dancing a little while ago and their teacher is saying that it’s time for their first... "fesh." But what the heck is a "fesh?" Don’t worry, a lot of people ask that question the first time they hear about them. Feis (pronounced fesh) or Feiseanna (pronounced fesh ah na) for more than one, is what … [Read more...]
Setting Good Goals For 2023
As the first month of 2023 comes to a close, Saint Patrick’s day approaches, and we all get back into the swing of things, we thought it would be a good time to talk about how to set good goals for the year in Irish dance ahead of us. Setting good goals is kind of a difficult skill, as silly as that can sound. But it is true, and there’s a … [Read more...]
The Irish Epiphany
In many Christian traditions, the Feast of the Epiphany is the day the three kings finally arrived in Bethlehem to bring gifts to baby Jesus. Apart from being a religiously valid reason not to feel too bad if your Christmas gifts arrived a few days late, the Epiphany is often seen as a culmination or finale to the holiday season. In some places … [Read more...]
Big News At Irish Seams!
Hello Everyone! Now that the craziness of Oireachtas is over, it’s time for us to make an official announcement we’ve been a little vague about so far.We’re moving!That’s right, we’re saying goodbye to the old stone house we’ve been in for the last few years. The place has served us well, but it’s time for a change. Here's one last look at the … [Read more...]
How Do I Take Care of Irish Dance Shoes?
Everyone wants to do their best to take care of their Irish dance shoes, whether they’re hard shoes or soft shoes. They’re a big investment, and you want to get the most bang for your buck. Besides that, if you don’t take care of your shoes they can impact your dancer’s score or even their safety if it gets bad enough. Below we’ve … [Read more...]