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Anna-Catherine: From Irish Dance Student to Inspiring Instructor 💫

Since taking her first dance steps at age three, Anna-Catherine has transformed her passion for dance into a journey of achievement and inspiration, particularly in Irish dance.

Dance Training & Expertise 🎓

Anna-Catherine’s dance foundation includes:

  • Irish Step Dance (10+ years of training)
  • Ballet
  • Jazz
  • Tap

Her commitment to excellence in Irish dance is demonstrated through:

  • Completion of Grades 1–10 in An Coimisiún Le Rincí Gaelacha (CLRG) examinations
  • Currently pursuing Grade 11 CLRG certification
  • Extensive competition experience at prestigious events

Competition Achievements ⭐

  • 16th in the country at Canadian Nationals
  • 5th place at Eastern Oireachtas (2023)
  • 2nd place in Preliminary Championship at Atlantic Canadian Irish Dance Championships (2025)
  • Top Scoring Student Choreography Duet (2025)
  • 8.5-year veteran of MPSD’s Irish Dance Team
  • Successful competitor at numerous events including:
    • Canadian Nationals
    • Eastern Oireachtas
    • Atlantic Canadian Irish Dance Championships
    • East Coast Feis
    • Feis Nova Scotia
    • Local competitions: Karv, Dance Quest, Phoenix

International Training 🌟

  • Trained at Irish Dance Festival in Ireland (2019)
  • Studied under world-renowned Irish instructors in Halifax (2025)
  • Experience in choreographing solos and duets for competitions

Educational Journey 📚

Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts at Memorial University, with aspirations to enter the Primary/Elementary Education program, combining her love for teaching with formal educational training.

Teaching Philosophy 🎭

Drawing from her journey from beginner to national-level competitor, Anna-Catherine creates an environment where dancers can thrive through:

  • Building confidence through achievement
  • Nurturing creativity and self-expression
  • Maintaining engaging learning experiences
  • Sharing her passion for Irish dance
  • Inspiring joy in movement

Her teaching approach reflects her own dance journey, understanding the path from first steps to competitive success. She brings this unique perspective to every class, helping students discover their own love for dance.

Join Anna-Catherine’s class and experience the perfect blend of traditional Irish dance training and contemporary teaching methods!