Past events at KAD

Adult Ballet Retreat 2026

Past event: 23 July 2026

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Lights, Camera, Dance! 2026

Past event: 21 June 2026

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Summer Ballet Intensive for Ages 8 +

Past event: 13 July 2026

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Sleeping Beauty Ballet Summer Camp for Ages 3 – 8 years

Past event: 6 July 2026

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Barbie in the Nutcracker Summer Camp for ages 3 – 8

Past event: 29 June 2026

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Together – Our first ever full length adult ballet & lyrical show

Past event: 9 January 2026

Together, presented by The Kildare Academy of Dance adult ballet dancers, celebrates the courage, joy and connection found in Adult Ballet.

Come and join us, in a tribute to community, strength and the simple beauty of moving side by side.

Tickets €18 plus booking fee

Adult Ballet Retreat

Past event: 24 July 2025

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Trolls Summer Camp for ages 3 – 10

Past event: 30 June 2025

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Teen Experience Dance Camp

Past event: 14 July 2025

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Moana Summer Camp for ages 3 – 10

Past event: 30 June 2025

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Easter Camp 2025

Past event: 27 March 2025

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Adult Ballet Retreat Weekend '24

Past event: 25 July 2024

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Adult Ballet retreat weekend

Past event: 25 July 2024

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Junior Summer Camp for ages 3-9

Past event: 1 July 2024

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Dance Experience Camp '24

Past event: 1 July 2024

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Junior Summer Camp for ages 3 – 9

Past event: 8 July 2024

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4 seasons Dance Extravaganza show

Past event: 28 February 2024

Venue: Moat Theatre, Naas.

Tickets on sale now

'Four Seasons' Dance Show

Past event: 25 February 2024

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Halloween camp '23

Past event: 30 October 2023

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Adult Ballet Retreat

Past event: 12 August 2023

For ALL Adult ballet dancers everywhere. You are more than welcome to attend.

Senior Dance Intensive

Past event: 17 July 2023

For Dancers ages 14+ with some dance experience.

9.30- 2.30pm each day

Classes include Ballet, Modern/Jazz, Tap, Acro, Contemporary, Lyrical, Hip Hop

160 euro per student.

Contact officekildaredance@gmail.com

Dance Experience Camp

Past event: 10 July 2023

Dance Experience Camp ‘23

Suitable for beginner students that wish to try a number of different styles and dance techniques including Ballet, Modern/Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Contemporary, Lyrical & Acro. students will also be taught how to warm up, stretch and cool-down correctly and efficiently.

9.30am – 2.30pm each day.

Venue: Kildare Academy of Dance Studio, Toughers, Ladytown Business Park, Naas

For all enquiries and bookings please contact officekildaredance@gmail.com

Junior Ballet Intensive '23

Past event: 10 July 2023

Junior Summer Ballet Intensive ‘23

Suitable for ages 8 -14 ( Ideally ballet students in Grade 1, 2 or 3)

For all enquiries and bookings please contact officekildaredance@gmail.com

Summer Camp '23

Past event: 3 July 2023

JUNIOR SUMMER CAMP '23

3rd – 7th July

Group A: Ages 3 – 5

10 – 1pm 90eur0

Group B: Ages 5 – 8

10 – 2pm 110 euro

Activities include Ballet, Modern, Tap, Yoga, Fun & Games

There will be a performance on the Friday with

costumes and parents are more than welcome to attend. Approx 1/2 hour before finish time.

To enquire or to make a booking please contact officekildaredance@gmail.com

NEW parent & toddler dance class

Past event: 14 September 2022

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Halloween Midterm break

Past event: 26 October 2021

What monster is the best dancer? Answer: The Boogie man

NO classes on or during these dates. Happy Halloween x

Adult Classes – 4 week taster

Past event: 3 July 2021

You don't need to be a pro to give it a go! Adult classes 4 week taster sessions THIS July.

Saturday morning timetable:

10am Adult Barre – A full body workout using ballet and pilates principles gentle yet effective. Stretch and stengthening exercises in a fun and positive environment. A good place to start if interested in starting a dance class. Happy hour at the barre!

11.15am Adult Ballet – General level. Open to all abilities and experience. We've had a long break from the studio so it's back to basics and back to working on posture, strength, flexibility, musicality performance and balance. All with a smile on your face. Sounds easy, right? You don't need to be a pro to give it a go!

12.30pm. Adult Tap Dance – Tap those troubles away. Find your rhythm, find your beat. It doesn't matter if it's not the same as everyone else's as long as you give it a try. You'll be amazed at how addictive tap can be. You'll often see tappers dancing down the shopping aisles at tesco or waiting for a bus or between meetings at work. It's fun, it's a new challenge, it makes your brain connect to your feet and it's also a great way to meet new friends. It's worth giving it a try.

The best thing of all we love small class sizes so that each and every student gets individual attention and tuition. It's like a small dance family. We love dance and we love to teach. Limited spaces are available in each class. Never miss a chance to dance!

For all bookings and enquiries please contact officekildaredance@gmail.com

Junior Summer Camp

Past event: 5 July 2021

Great news! We are finally able to open our studio doors it’s been a long time and we have missed you guys so much Our summer camp for students aged 3-10 will go ahead from 5th-9th July. Unfortunately we have limited numbers per group however we have two sessions.

Morning 10-12pm

Afternoon 1-3pm

Each session will be divided into two groups.

Group 1: 3-6years

Group 2: 7-10 years.

Contact our office now as we are NOW taking bookings. officekildaredance@gmail.com

The Nutcracker

Past event: 18 December 2019

The Kildare Academy of Dance celebrates their 10th Anniversary with their version of the well known and much loved ballet The Nutcracker .

With its colourful costumes, dreamlike score, and memorable roles, "The Nutcracker" Ballet is a Christmas classic. This fantastic tale of a toy soldier come to life has been delighting audiences for more than 125 years. For many youngsters, it is also their first introduction to the world of classical music and ballet.

WEDNESDAY 18TH & THURSDAY 19th DEC at 7.30pm.

Tickets NOW on sale via THE MOAT THEATRE, NAAS

"Mindful Dancer' Workshop

Past event: 3 November 2019

Terry Hyde MA MBACP will be visiting the Kildare Academy of Dance on Sunday 3rd Nov to speak to our students about being a Mindful Dancer and provide advice to students on self care and dealing with stress in everyday life. As Terry was once a professional dancer himself he will discuss issues such as perfectionism, anxiety, fuelling the body, social media influences and body image. This issues tend to affect most dancers from time to time and this is a wonderful opportunity not to be missed.

Suitable for students aged 14+

€10 per attendee. Please email officekildaredance@gmail.com if you are interested.

Halloween Dance Camp 2019

Past event: 29 October 2019

Two days of Halloween Dance Camp. Ballet, Modern, Hip hop & Tap dancing with plenty of fun and games. No dance experience necessary. Fancy dress is optional.

Group 1: ages 4-6 €20 per day

Group 2: ages 7-11. €20 per day

Tuesday & Wednesday 10-2pm both days.

Venue: Kildare Academy of Dance studio, Ladytown Business Park, Naas

For more info or to make a booking please contact officekildaredance@gmail.com

OPEN WEEK @ The Kildare Academy of Dance

Past event: 2 September 2019

OPEN WEEK 2nd – 7th Sept. During this week there will be a number of FREE taster classes so if you’re not sure which class to sign up for, come along and TRY IT OUT! Please see timetable below. booking is essential as spaces are limited.

Jean will also be on hand if you wish to purchase or order ballet, modern or tap uniforms.

Senior Summer Intensive

Past event: 22 July 2019

For those with some dance experience. A full week of intensive ballet, modern, tap, lyrical and hip hop dance classes. Stretch & strengthening, turning technique and choreography workshops and well as relaxation and mediation. A great introduction to all genres of dances taught at the Kildare Academy of Dance – although the course sounds serious we also make time to have fun too.

Group 1: Suitable for students in either Grade 1 or 2

Group 2: Suitable for students in Grade 3 and above

Time: 9.30 – 2.30pm each day

Cost: 150 euro per student. 10 per cent discount for siblings.

Email officekildaredance@gmail.com or bookings and enquiries. Limited spaces apply. 50 per cent deposit required.

Easter Holidays

Past event: 16 April 2019

Please note there will be NO classes on or during these dates. Classes will go ahead as normal on Monday 15th April to make up for the bank holiday.

Happy Easter x

Senior Summer Camp for ages 8 – 12

Past event: 15 July 2019

A fun filled week of ballet, modern & tap with plenty of fun and games . The week also includes Rainbow and Unicorn themed arts and crafts and a performance for all the parents on the last day.

• Group 1: Suitable for ages 3 – 5 years. 10am – 12pm each day. 50 euro.

• Group 2: Suitable for ages 6 -10years. 10am – 2pm each day. 100 euro

For all enquires and bookings please contact officekildaredance@gmail.com

Limited spaces available. Early booking is essential.

Junior Summer Camp for Kids

Past event: 8 July 2019

• A fun filled week of ballet, modern & tap with plenty of fun and games . The week also includes Rainbow and Unicorn themed arts and crafts and a performance for all the parents on the last day.

• Group 1: Suitable for ages 3 – 5 years. 10am – 12pm each day. 50 euro.

• Group 2: Suitable for ages 5 – 8 years. 10am – 2pm each day. 100 euro

For all enquires and bookings please contact officekildaredance@gmail.com

Limited spaces available. Early booking is essential.

Back to classes!

Past event: 7 January 2019

Happy new year everyone! All classes will resume from Monday 7th January – Sunday 13th January (Inclusive)

See you all then,

Regards,

Jenny

Halloween Midterm Break

Past event: 29 October 2018

There will be NO classes on or during these dates. Sunday classes will not have a Midterm Break due to Nutcracker rehearsals. Happy Halloween x

The Nutcracker

Past event: 19 December 2018

As part of our 10 year celebrations some of our senior students will be performing The Nutcracker on Wed 19th & Thurs 20th Dec ‘18. This production will be performed locally at The Moat Theatre, Naas and we look forward to seeing you there. Tickets are NOW on sale via the Moat Box office 045 883030. To all of our younger students this is a great opportunity to see our senior dancers on stage. The Nutcracker is magical and child friendly and will inspire them for their own ballet classes.

New Term begins this week!

Past event: 10 September 2018

ALL classes start back this week. Wahey! Any new students looking to join our school you can avail of a free trial before signing up. However, you will need to register beforehand as we have limited spaces available in all classes. For all bookings and enquiries please contact Sarah at officekildaredance@gmail.com.

Looking forward to seeing everyone back at the studio.

The Dream Teaching Team x

Open Day for new students!

Past event: 1 September 2018

Interested in joining the NO.1 Dance school in Co. Kildare? Call in and see the studio, meet the team and sign up for a free trial class. Doors will open from 10am. Come and see what we do best. If you love to dance you'll love this school. Limited spaces apply in all classes to ensure each and every student receives the best dance education and tuition. If you wish to request a brochure ahead of registration all you have to do is email officekildaredance@gmail.com.

Registration Day for New Students

Past event: 25 August 2018

Interested in joining the NO.1 Dance school in Co. Kildare? Call in and see the studio, meet the team and sign up for a free trial class. Doors will open from 10am. Come and see what we do best. If you love to dance you'll love this school. Limited spaces apply in all classes to ensure each and every student receives the best dance education and tuition. If you wish to request a brochure ahead of registration all you have to do is email officekildaredance@gmail.com.

Extra Term Added….

Past event: 31 May 2018

New Summer term added for those not quite ready to take a break yet. €40 per class for 4 weeks.

Thursday:

5pm Hip Hop for ages 6-14 years

6pm Jazz for ages 6 – 14 years

7.30pm Adult ballet for beginners. Ages 18+

8.30pm Adult barre fitness class Ages 18+

Saturday:

9am Tots Ballet. ages 3 – 4 years

9.30am . Pre-Primary Ballet. ages 4 – 5 years

10.15am Junior Primary ballet. ages 5 – 6 years

11.00am Senior Primary Ballet ages 6 – 8 years

12.00pm NEW Lyrical Jazz class for ages 8 – 14 years

1.00pm . NEW Hip Hop for ages 8 – 14 years

Choreography Competition

Past event: 27 May 2018

STEP THIS WAY 💃💃💃…..Introducing our 2018 CHOREOGRAPHY COMPETITION 👏👏👏👏 All students grade 1 and above are eligible to enter…FANTASTIC PRIZES including Bord Gais Theatre Tickets, Summer Camp Scholarships and Eddie Rockets Vouchers…To enter simply contact kildaredance@gmail.com …The competition will take place Sunday 27th May from 2-5pm 😘😘

Senior Summer Intensive

Past event: 16 July 2018

Week 1: 16th- 20th July. Suitable for Grade 1 & 2 students (previous dance experience is required)

Week 2: 23rd – 27th July. Suitable for Grade 3 + (previous dance experience is required)

Activities include; Ballet, Modern, Contemporary, Tap, & Choreography. On the final day we will host a professional photoshoot – each participant will receive a 5 X 7 professional photo to take home on the day. €150 per student.

Time: 9.30am – 2.00pm each day.

For all enquiries and bookings please contact officekildaredance@gmail.com

Early booking is essential. Limited number of spaces available.

Junior Summer Camp

Past event: 2 July 2018

Week 1: 2nd – 6th July

Week 2; 9th – 13th July

Suitable for ages 5 – 10 years. No dance experience necessary. €100 per student. Special discount given to siblings.

Activities include; Ballet, Modern, Tap, Drama, Arts N Crafts and plenty of fun & games.

For enquiries and bookings please contact officekildaredance@gmail.com.

Limited numbers of spaces available.

Easter Holidays 2018

Past event: 27 March 2018

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February Midterm

Past event: 12 February 2018

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Dancing through the Decades

Past event: 16 April 2018

Our BIG show is on in The Moat Theatre, Naas for the full week. So exciting! Save the date! More info to follow x

Christmas Holidays

Past event: 16 December 2017

Thank you for all your hard work and support this year. It's been a tough but rewarding one. So happy with all the progress everyone has made. See you all in 2018!! Big show coming up….I can sense the excitement!! Looking forward to another great year ahead. All classes will resume from Sunday 7th January. X

Week 1 of New Term

Past event: 27 November 2017

Term 2 commences this week. All fees are due on or before this date if students are continuing with their lessons. New students are always welcome. For all bookings and enquiries please contact Sarah officekildaredance@gmail.com

New 6 week Adult Term

Past event: 6 November 2017

Mondays:

Adult Ballet for improvers @ 7.30pm

Adult Modern /Jazz/ Hip Hop for beginners & improvers @ 8.30pm

Thursdays:

Adult Ballet for beginners @ 7.30pm

Adult Tap for beginners @ 8.30pm

To book in or make an enquiry please email officekildaredance@gmail.com

Christmas Barre Boot Camp

Past event: 6 November 2017

STARTING ON THE 6th NOV FOR 6 WEEKS CHRISTMAS BARRE BOOT CAMP …🎉🎉🎉 A total body sculpting class packed in to one hour. Strengthen core, improve flexibility and posture with our LITTLE BLACK DRESS BOOT CAMP …Mon , Wed and Fri mornings 10 till 11 with Jenny . €12 drop in per class , €30 for 3 mornings per week or €180 for the entire LBD course . Places are limited , for booking and enquiries please email officekildaredance@gmail.com 💃🏿💃🏿💃🏿

Pirouette Surgery Masterclass with Rosina Andrews

Past event: 19 November 2017

Open to all students grade 3 level and above from any dance school. Perfect your pirouette! A turning technique masterclass with the wonderful Rosina Andrews. €35 per attendee. Limited spaces available. For more info please contact officekildaredance@gmail.com. Don't miss this amazing opportunity!! More details on our Facebook page x

New term commences from Monday 11th Sept

Past event: 11 September 2017

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Day of Dance for Adults

Past event: 19 August 2017

Back by popular demand this summer our DAY OF DANCE , summer camp for adults .A unique opportunity to begin , or try a different class or simply to dance because you love it . Limited spaces , to book, please email office kildaredance@gmail.com. ….don't miss out !

Activities include:

A beginner Barre class, Ballet class, Tap class, Hip Hop class and Choreography. €45 per student. Tea / coffee included.

Limited spaces apply. Early Booking is essential.

Professional photo shoot for exam students 2016 /17

Past event: 27 August 2017

Colette from Halo photography will be visiting the studio for a very special photo shoot for all students that took an exam this year. If you would like a photograph taken with your certificate please email officekildaredance@gmail.com to book a slot.

Registration Day for New Students '17

Past event: 26 August 2017

Registration Day for New Students will take place at the studio from 10am – 2pm. Limited spaces available in all classes. Early booking is essential.

Easter Holidays

Past event: 10 April 2017

There will be NO ballet during these dates. Happy Easter everyone!

Intensive Senior Summer Camp

Past event: 10 July 2017

Intensive Senior Summer Camp

Week 1: Monday 17th – Friday 21st July (Grade 1 & 2)

Time: 09.30am – 2.30pm

Course includes Classical Technique training, pre-pointe work & pointe work lessons, Stretching & Strengthening, Repertoire, Pirouette & turning class, Make-up lesson & a professional photo shoot on the final day.

This summer intensive course is guaranteed to be lots of fun and suitable for creative students that wish to progress and improve their dancing. It is designed for students that wish to work on their technique, learn new steps and experience other styles of dance in a fun way. Booking forms available from the studio.

Limited space available. Early Booking is essential.

Ballerina Summer Camp

Past event: 3 July 2017

Special 'Ballerina' Summer Camp!

Additional Camp added due to high demand!

Monday 14th August – Friday 18th August

09.30am – 2.30pm each day. Ages 5 – 10

Limited Spaces available. Early Booking is essential. For all enquiries and bookings please email officekildaredance@gmail.com

The Programme will consist of ballet, modern / jazz, hip hop, tap & arts and crafts. This summer camp is guaranteed to be lots of fun and suitable for creative children with a love of dance, performance and being on stage. On the final day, parents will be invited to a special performance by the students giving you the perfect opportunity to see what the children have learned and created throughout the week. No previous dance experience required. Booking forms available at the studio.

Spring Exam Session '17

Past event: 5 March 2017

The Imperial ballet exams for Grade 1 & 2 students will go ahead on Sunday 5th & Monday 6th March. The exams will take place at the studio and all individual times will be given out over the next couple of weeks. Regards, Miss Jenny & Team x

Midterm Break

Past event: 20 February 2017

Even dancers need a break! There will be NO normal classes during this week. All classes will resume on Monday 27th Feb. Regards, Miss jenny & Team.

ALL classes will resume from Monday 9th January '17

Past event: 9 January 2017

Happy New Year everyone! The team at The Kildare Academy of Dance are looking forward to seeing everyone back in class this week! Hope you all had a lovely Christmas!

New Year New Goals! See you at the barre x

Learn the DAB dance to James Brown!

Past event: 30 December 2016

Only a few more days to THE BIGGEST DABBING EVENT EVER!! Learn the moves and then come down us at 1pm on New Years Day as we DAB to James Brown on Main street, Naas. There will be a film crew there to record the whole event. Don't Miss out!! More details on our Facebook Page!

DAB to James Brown in Naas Town

Past event: 1 January 2017

We are organising The FUNDRAISING EVENT OF THE YEAR on New Years Day 2017. At 2pm we will take to the streets of Naas and Dab to James Brown a dance choreographed by the Principal and students of The Kildare Academy of Dance. If you would like to take part please find our video link on Facebook and get DABBING! There will be a film crew recording the event and all the proceeds raised on the day will go towards The Moat Theatre, Naas. We need to support local arts so that they can keep their door open and we can enjoy the many benefits of our local theatre. Hope to see you there! x

Midterm Break

Past event: 30 October 2016

There will be NO classes on this week. Wishing you a lovely midterm break!

Couples Dance Class

Past event: 21 October 2016

Due to the success of our first EVER couple's dance class we are holding another one on Friday 25th Nov from 8.30pm – 10pm. Learn the Jive, Waltz and Cha Cha Cha and have fun at the same time. It's doesn't have to be your boyfriend / husband / partner, BFF's & sisters are also welcome. €30 per couple. A complimentary class of prosecco will be ready and waiting on arrival. No Dance experience necessary. Limited spaces apply.

Winter Ballet Exams

Past event: 28 November 2016

The I.S.T.D ballet exam session this year will take place on Sunday 11th Dec '16. Please bear this in mind when making plans. Once I have received the official timetable I will be able to give you further info. This only applies to Primary and Grade 3 Ballet.

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