Irish dancing is a way of life for us. We pass on our many years of experience in this field with joy and enthusiasm in our lessons. We invite you to the dance floor, but also to a beautiful journey of discovering the pulsating traditional culture popular all over the world.
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Studio inSpiral, Jiřího z Poděbrad, Prague 3
15:45-16:30 | Irish dance for parents and kids
Movement, fun, and bonding between parent and child through Irish dance, all to the rhythm of Irish and other melodies.
Level: Complete Beginner
Duration: 45 minutes
Tutor: Tereza Bernardová
(valid from 16.9. 2024)
OUR TEAM
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T.C.R.G. | Director of inSpiral Dance Company
Tereza Bernardová
You will meet her at most of the classes and workshops offered by inSpiral Dance Company. She has been immersed in Irish dance for over 25 years, passionately sharing her knowledge and experience across all age groups and dance levels. She emphasizes correct execution of dance elements and overall presentation. She approaches each dancer individually, working together to push personal boundaries and foster growth in dance skills. Additionally, she prepares dancers for competitions and dance exams. Under her guidance, dancers have achieved "European Championships" titles in Irish solo dance (continental section) and have competed in solo and team events at the World Irish Dance Championships. They have successfully passed all necessary exams to earn the Diploma of the Irish Dancing Commission.
Tutor | Sean nós dancing for beginners
Markéta Utišilová
Markéta is a passionate photographer who documents inSpiral events, as well as various Irish cultural events in the Czech Republic and abroad. She is a respected dancer and instructor of sean nós dancing, leading beginners in this style at inSpiral Dance Company. She has been devoted to Irish dance since 1997. Markéta has performed with dance groups like Rinceoirí, Kaskáda, and Coiscéim, excelling particularly as a dancer in Irish step dancing at numerous events and competitions in the Czech Republic and abroad. She has expanded her knowledge of Irish dance in its various forms under the guidance of leading dance authorities at summer schools such as the Willie Clancy Summer School and Bernard’s Summer School. Markéta warmly and enthusiastically shares her rich experiences and skills with all her students.
Tutor | Tin / Low whistle
Daniela Vranová
Originally from the Valašsko region, she studied flute performance at the Janáček Conservatory in Ostrava and has experience with a variety of ensembles (cimbalom band, opera orchestra, improvisational new-age project, guitar duo, and a baroque instrument ensemble). She has been a longtime member of the Prague Chamber Orchestra (KOA), where she plays both the flute and piccolo. She also created an online course for adults learning to play the recorder. Her study travels sparked an interest in the traditional music of Ireland and the British Isles, which she has been exploring since 2009, when she co-founded the group Rí Ra. In 2010, she performed with the group at the Fleadh in Cavan, Ireland. This band is currently her main project, where she not only plays the flute, tin whistle, and low whistle, but also provides vocals and acts as the band leader. From 2016 to 2021, she was also a member of the folk-rock band Asonance, which focuses on Scottish music. Additionally, Daniela is a popular music instructor at Bernard's Summer School.
Tutor | Irish dance for beginners
Tereza Kiszová
Tereza is a prominent figure in the performing group of inSpiral Dance Company. She is highly creative, and her active approach to training inspires everyone around her. This year, she joins as an instructor and will lead selected courses in Irish step dancing for beginners. She has been dedicated to Irish dance since 2011, initially at the Luas Dance School under the guidance of Tereza Bachová, and since 2015 with inSpiral Dance Company. She has a wealth of dance performances and competitions to her credit. Terka continues to develop her dance skills through summer schools and workshops. Her dance journey has been influenced by Colin Dunne, Jason O’Neill, and Lauren Smyth, who remains one of her greatest inspirations to this day.
Tutor | Irish dance for beginners
Karel Fous
Since the foundation of inSpiral Dance Company, he has been a member of both the performing group and the teaching team. He is highly regarded as a favorite instructor for beginner and slightly advanced classes, helping dancers master technique and steps at these levels. He has dedicated nearly 15 years to Irish dance, refining his dance skills under the guidance of prominent figures in both domestic and international Irish dance scenes. He was significantly influenced by Andrej Mikulka and his project Dance in Pulse. Under his leadership, he participated in a French tour of the music-dance production "Pop et Corn" (2015), the full-length dance performance "Dance in Pulse" (2016), and the sixth season of "Czechoslovakia's Got Talent" (2016).
Tutor | Tin / Low whistle
Matúš Smolko
Matúš is a musician who specializes in playing the tin whistle and Irish flute. He comes from Košice, Slovakia, where he played the soprano recorder during his childhood. Later, he became interested in Irish traditional music and learned to play the tin whistle and low whistle. In 2011, he became a member of the local band Cailleach, where he played as the whistle player. After moving to Brno in 2014, he quickly integrated into the local session community. During that time, he led the folk-metal project Cathalian and worked as a touring musician for Cailleach and another Slovak Irish folk band, Irish Rose. In 2017, he adopted the Irish flute as his primary instrument and also became a member of the group Dálach, where he continues to play to this day. In 2019, he became a full-time member of Irish Rose as well. In 2021, he moved to Prague, where, in collaboration with other musicians, he began organizing slow sessions to help beginners ease into the world of traditional Irish music sessions note by note. He has also taught tin whistle at Bernard’s Summer School in Prague and the FolCon festival in Brno.
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