To be specific on all aspects of good Irish dancing techniques would take far longer than the space here allows. However, there are general principles which apply;
| Present yourself confidently. Remember even the difficult competitions are supposed to be fun so keep smiling. |
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| Always keep your feet turned out, arched and pointing down. This is one of the key areas that teachers will focus on and one of the key areas which Adjudicators look for at Feis. | ||
| Be sure to know your steps and be sure to keep time with the music. From Beginner to World Champion practice will achieve the ability to get them right all the time. You can then focus on other aspects which take more concentration. | ||
| Keep arms and body position correct. Arms should be straight and by your sides, upper body should be vertical. Be careful not to bend or loose the position in jumps. | ||
| As with most art forms, dancing style is subjective and you will find differences in the overall material content and approach between teachers and schools. Some may be very accurate and others very expressive, however the basic principals listed above will always apply. |