BUFORD, GA
Amanda Carpenter
TCRG, Director
With over 20 years of competitive, performance, and instructional experience, Amanda Carpenter Gilleland, TCRG has developed her passion for Irish Dance. Through her creativity and drive, she aims to provide the highest quality Irish Dancing experience for all students.
Peter
Gardner
TCRG
As both a dancer and a musician, Peter Gardner brings a unique element to the academy. His attention to detail and innovative mind cultivates a fun and focused environment where dancers feel confident to express themselves.
Classes
All dancers are evaluated by our certified staff to determine class placement. Instructors will place students in the class that best suits their needs.
Beginner Class
The Beginner Class is open to students ages 4 & up. This class is designed for new, Beginner, and Advanced Beginner dancers. Dancers in the Beginner Class are taught the fundamental movements and motions of Irish Dance in a fun and focused environment.
Beginner I Soft Shoe
Wednesday - 4:15pm to 5:15pm
Beginner II Soft Shoe
Wednesday - 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Beginner Hard Shoe
Monday - 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Intermediate Class
The Intermediate Class is open to students at the Novice and Prizewinner level. Dancers will work on more challenging material in both soft and hard shoe dances while perfecting their technique.
Intermediate Soft Shoe
Tuesday - 4:30pm to 5:45pm
Intermediate Hard Shoe
Thursday - 4:30pm to 5:45pm
Champion Class
The Champion Class is open to competitive dancers at the Preliminary and Open Championship level. Students will receive more in-depth and vigorous training with an emphasis on technique, style, and fitness. All Champion Classes aim to prepare dancers for local, national, and world championship competitions throughout the year.
Champ I Soft Shoe
Tuesday - 6:00pm to 7:15pm
Champ II Soft Shoe
Tuesday - 7:30pm to 8:45pm
Champ I Set Class
Wednesday - 6:45pm to 7:45pm
Champ II Set Class
Wednesday - 8:00pm to 9:00pm
Champ I Hard Shoe
Thursday - 6:00pm to 7:15pm
Champ II Hard Shoe
Thursday - 7:30pm to 8:45pm
Adult Class
Our Adult class runs for several 6-week periods throughout the year. This class is geared towards dancers 18 & up and highlights fun and fitness through Irish dance training.