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Insight into the world of Irish Dancing...

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Hello everyone!       Those of you who know me, you all know by now that I am completely and utterly obsessed with Irish Dancing. This obsession has gradually grown since I started dancing almost two and a half years ago. I dance at Peacock Dance Academy which is based in Edinburgh and taught by TCRG's Nathalie Peacock and Daniella Haak (who are absolutely amazing teachers). However, before I do show you I must tell you one thing, Irish Dancing is NOT Riverdance. Riverdance is a production by Michael Flatley (who is a huge inspiration by the way), and Riverdance involves both types of Irish Dance. Okay? Now that I have cleared up that stereotype, let's take a look at the world of Irish dance!              So, there is two types of Irish dancing. The first is Solo Dances. Solo dances tend to be performed at competitions which are called a Feis. These competitions take place all over the world. Feis are held by all the organisations which oversee Irish d