Irish Dance News

By: Mary Catherine Youssi
As appeared in the May-June 2019 issue of IDM

A big feis season is approaching, and your success is all about your mindset. For many dancers, the May-September season presents a great opportunity to compete more, travel to feiseanna, and accomplish goals. Here’s how dancers can set themselves up for success in the coming months.

1. Make A Plan

Now is the time to look ahead at the next six months and decide which feiseanna you can attend. For dancers in all levels, it is important to compete and perform in front of judges. For grades-level dancers and prelim dancers, every competition is another chance to move up and get closer to Open Championship. Dancers who compete regularly tend to be less nervous on stage, and they receive great feedback from judges and spectators. If possible, try to attend several feiseanna each month, especially if you have competitions in your geographical area. If your family is able, sometimes it’s fun to travel to other places and see how you do. That’s also a great way to meet friends in different regions, states, or countries!