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IDTANA Launches New Website
The IDTANA board is so proud to announce the launch of our new website and branding! This project has been in the works for over
Does Irish dance have an age limit?
Dancers can start at any age and there is no age limit to competition, performance, or any other goals. A lifetime activity that can be enjoyed
4 Benefits of Irish Dance
An incredible workout, a beautiful art form, a lifetime of community, and a world of performance opportunity – no matter what you are looking for,
2023 All Ireland Championships Begin
Wishing all North American dancers safe travels & the best of luck in Killarney!
Entries Open for Oireachtas Rince na Cruinne
Reminder that qualified entries for the 2023 Oireachtas Rince na Cruinne are due Tuesday, January 31st, 2023 at 5:00 PM IST. Entries received after 5:00
How to Get Started in Irish Dance
If you, or your little one, is ready to give Irish dancing a try, then you’ve come to the right place! Here’s an overview of
2023 Cyril McNiff Scholarship Deadline Approaching
Don’t forget to apply for the 2023 IDTANA Cyril McNiff Scholarship Program by January 15, 2023! Additional Information: https://www.idtana.org/scholarships/
Southern Region Oireachtas Takes Place in Orlando
The final North America Oireachtas weekend is here! GOOD LUCK to all dancers at the Southern Region Oireachtas in Orlando!
Mid-Atlantic Oireachtas Takes Place in Philadelphia
GOOD LUCK to all dancers at the Mid-Atlantic Oireachtas in Philadelphia!
Mid-America Oireachtas Takes Place in Indianapolis
GOOD LUCK to all dancers taking the stage at the Mid-America Oireachtas in Indianapolis!
New England Oireachtas takes place in Hartford
Nothing but the BEST OF LUCK to all dancers at the New England Oireachtas!
Western US Regional Oireachtas Takes Place in San Francisco
It’s TIME TO SHINE at the Western US Regional Oireachtas. Good luck to all dancers!