Turnout & Crossing

Crossover in Irish Dance | part 2 - strength

In part 1 of Crossover in Irish Dance, we discussed the importance of mobility for crossing. Developing the mobility of the outside of...

Crossover in Irish Dance | part 1 - mobility

Crossing is one of the most fundamental aspects of Irish dance. The “over-crossed” look of hiding your back knee while you dance is...

4 Steps to Perfect your Crossover

Over crossing is key to the look of Irish dance. You may have heard your teacher say "cross" or "knees open" in class, but how can you...

Irish Dance Turnout: THE ESSENTIALS

I recently posted the photo to the right on social media. And immediately, the first three responses all said the same thing, TURNOUT!...

The Key to Crossover - How to Enhance Your Irish Dance Crossover

One of the key components to an elite Irish dancer's performance is crossover. As a dancer, you’ve probably heard your dance teachers...

Improving Turnout for Irish Dance - Part 3: 5 Exercises to Increase Hip Mobility & Strength

“Feet out”, “turnout” and “toes out” are common phrases dancers hear from their teachers and adjudicators. But what can you do to help...

Improving Turnout for Irish Dance - Part 2: Foot Alignment

“Feet out”, “turnout” and “toes out” are common phrases dancers hear from their teachers and adjudicators. But what can you do to help...

5 Factors that Affect Turnout

“Feet out”, “turnout” and “toes out” are common phrases dancers hear from their teachers and adjudicators. But what can you do to help...