
🛍️ Our New Shops Are Open!
We’re excited to announce two new ways to gear up for dance season!
🖤 McGovern Fan Shop - https://www.mcgoverndance.org/fanshop
Home to our Performance Tees and the fun No Beer in Ballet line!
All performers dancing at Dayton Celtic Festival (July 25–27) are required to have the black McGovern Performance Tee—order now to allow time for delivery! Shirts ship directly to you.
Want to save on shipping? Coordinate a group order and share one delivery location—just work it out among yourselves.
Did you order black/pink shirts back in March? They’ll arrive by the end of June!
💃 Dancer Essentials – Coming Soon! - https://www.mcgoverndance.org/danceressentials
This new shop will carry class-approved studio wear: leggings, shorts, tops, and more—perfect for following our dress code. Wearing proper dance attire helps dancers stay focused, prepared, and unified as a team.
Stay tuned for the official launch!
announcements
We’re gearing up for an exciting end to our summer season with our CRN Regional Championship Prep Week – and we want to make sure you have all the details!
This week-long training program will take the place of regular classes from August 18–27, and is included in your regular tuition. It’s open to dancers from all studio locations who know their Bun Grad Reel and Slip Jig or higher.
Whether your dancer is preparing to compete at CRN Regionals or just wants to build strength, technique, and confidence, this is a week they won’t want to miss!
STUDIO NEWS
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DAYTON OH STUDIO
Please check your studio page for your standard schedule, any updates to schedules are listed below
ALL Monday classes will run from 5:45 - 7:00.
Going forward for the rest of the summer, this will be the Monday night schedule.
Beginner Adults, Bun Grad/Ullmhuchan and Advanced Adult classes will be combined.
Extra Practice Sessions have been added to the schedule for June.
Visit https://www.mcgoverndance.org/register (scroll down) for more info Open to dancers from all studios. -
TROY OH
Troy Season Wrap-Up
Congratulations to all our Troy dancers on a fantastic season! We're so proud of everything you’ve accomplished.
Even though the regular season has ended, there’s still plenty of dancing ahead! All Troy dancers are welcome to join us for upcoming summer festival performances and competitions.
Miss Susan will be adding Extra Practice Sessions to the calendar soon, and there are also practice opportunities available at our Dayton Studio that you're welcome to attend.
And don’t forget—our July Summer Camp is happening at the Dayton Studio! We’d love to see you there for more dancing fun. -
LAFAYETTE IN
June 21
Last day of classes for the season. We will have a little party and opportunity for dancers to show of what they have learned over the season to their family and friends. Stay tuned for more details about the 21.
Parents Under no circumstances should the door to the studio be propped open. If it happens and we get in trouble for it, there is a $1000 fine. -
FORT WAYNE IN
Schedule for 2025/26 season is up and registration is open. Location announcement next week
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DARBT is 5:30 or as close as you can get to it. Perform at 6:00
Brixx Ice House
500 E 1st St, Dayton, OH 45402
What to Wear
Ladies
Black embroidered skirts, Grace in Motion tshirt, poodle socks, hair in 2 french braids (adults may differ), both pairs of shoes
Gents
Black trousers or kilts, black socks, Grace in Motion tshirt, both pairs of shoes
Jump'n Jig Dancers
Anything Pink White and Black
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Performance/DARBT times
DARBT = Dressed and Ready by
All performances will be at the Emerald Isle Stage
July 25 - PERFORM @ 7:00 - 7:30 PM DARBT 6:30
July 26 - PERFORM @ 4:40 - 5:10 PM DARBT 4:10
July 27 - PERFORM @12:00 - 12:30 PM DARBT 11:30
SIGN UP FORM
Deadline to sign up is July 21
All performers practice at the Dayton studio
July 23 5:45 - 7:45
July 24 5:45 - 7:45 -
Performance time
3:20 PM Eichelberger Forum Dance Stage4:00 - 4:30 Wintergarden DP&L Stage - this is an interactive stage, we will be sharing a bit of our regular Irish dance program and our Preschool Irish Dance Program
Event will run from 1-7pm. It is a free, family-friendly celebration of visual and performing arts throughout downtown. We activate such locations as The Levitt Pavilion, Dayton Convention Center, Oregon District, Schuster Center, Dayton Metro Library, the Arcade and so on.
https://downtowndayton.org/things-to-do/summer-in-the-city/art-in-the-city/tem description
SIGN UP HERE
peformance schedule
At McGovern Irish Dance, we invite all dancers to sign up for upcoming performances! Showcase your hard work, connect with fellow performers, and inspire the audience. Performing enhances skills, builds confidence, and fosters community. Whether seasoned or new, these events are a fun way to share your passion for Irish dance. Don't miss this opportunity—let's create unforgettable memories together! Sign up today!
EXTRA PRACTICE SESSIONS
Extra practice sessions are your secret weapon for dancing success! They offer a fun opportunity to sharpen your skills and boost your confidence. With focused attention, you can refine your techniques and tackle those tricky steps at your own pace.
Don’t let performance anxiety hold you back! Consistent practice not only helps you feel more comfortable on stage but also shows your dedication to mastering Irish dance. Plus, it’s an excellent way to strengthen your rhythm and timing—two key elements that will take your dancing to the next level.
Join us for these engaging sessions and discover just how enjoyable and rewarding practice can be! You’ll be amazed at how much you can achieve with a little extra time and attention. Sign up today and let’s dance our way to your personal best! Open to dancers from all studio locations
Upcoming Sessions
July 17
12:00, 12:30, 5:45, 6:15, 6:45
COMPETITIONS
July 12, 2025
Lake Erie Open – July 12 – Erie, PA
Entry Deadline: June 20
August 2 2025
Apple Slice Feis (Open Platform)
Cadillac MI
Commitment Forms are due on or before July 18
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1YuCpC6dKvAoWiUO9AicxgsezHgzYZLMN3kHyrD6RC7Y/edit?usp=sharing
April 5, 2025
Birdy Open Feis (Open Platform)
Northville MI
Feb 15 & 16, 2025
CRN North American Open Championships
St. Louis MO
Oct. 12 & 13, 2024
CRN West Region Championships
St. Louis MO
Dec. 7, 2024
Shamrock Christmas Feis
Champain IL
MID Contact Form
Stay Connected with McGovern Irish Dance!
We’re updating our contact records and need your help to ensure we can stay in touch with all our dance families.
If you haven’t already, please take a moment to complete our Contact Information Form.
We require two key pieces of information from every family or adult dancer:
A valid email address
A mobile phone number that can receive text messages
✅ Why this is important:
We use this contact info to keep you informed about:
Studio schedule changes and holiday closures
Weekly newsletters with class highlights
Important dates, and reminders
Performance opportunities
Sign-ups, and event details
Without accurate contact info, you may miss out on time-sensitive updates or special studio events. Even if you've filled this out in the past, please double-check that we have your most up-to-date information on file.
Thank you for helping us keep communication clear and consistent across all McGovern locations!
STUDIO RULES & ETIQUETTE REMINDERS
Studio Rules & Etiquette Reminder
Dancers should come to class prepared with both pair so of shoe (if applicable)
Appropriate clothing that allows them to move freely - no denim, no jeggings
Please bring your own water bottles. Beverages are not provided at any of the studios
Check out our full list of studio rules and expectations here: Studio Rules & Expectations