Cork School of Dance

Cork School of Dance is a thriving, experienced and exciting dance school based in Firkin Crane, the home of dance in Cork, in the heart of the historical Shandon Quarter of Cork City.

Established in 2009 by, Sinéad Murphy, F.I.S.T.D., Imperial Ballet Examiner, RADTC, ALCM , the school provides a nurturing environment for its students to learn the disciplines of a variety of dance genres with fully qualified and internationally renowned Guest teachers. We are a school that constantly evolves according to current trends and a school that has a future for your child. Children are accepted from the age of 3 years. At this age ballet is taught through imaginative stories and rhymes. It has been proved that children who take ballet at this age benefit greatly, showing improved co-ordination, motor skills, deportment, self - awareness and confidence.

Cork School of Dance provides a high standard of training in ballet, modern, jazz and contemporary dance. We have a 100% pass rate in I.S,T.D. exams, which are optional, and we have the experience to teach from pre-school all the way to Advanced level in each genre. Regular performing opportunities include our renowned annual Christmas production, our end of year showcase, performing with Cork City Ballet, Cork Opera House pantomimes, charitable and corporate events.