WHY CHOOSE MCBRIDE

At the McBride School of Irish Dance we are committed to each and every dancer at every level.   Our mission is to enrich and fulfill the lives of our dancers, our families and our community through Irish Dance.  Irish Dancing is a fun, and engaging way to form good, healthy habits, such as discipline, team work, physical fitness and, most importantly, friendships.  Our staff is dedicated to assisting and encouraging our students to reach their goals.   

wHY cHOOSE mCbRIDE 

At the McBride School of Irish Dance we are committed to each and every dancer at every level.   Our mission is to enrich and fulfill the lives of our dancers, our families and our community through Irish Dance.  Irish Dancing is a fun, and engaging way to form good, healthy habits, such as discipline, team work, physical fitness and, most importantly, friendships.  Our staff is dedicated to assisting and encouraging our students to reach their goals.   ​

tHE mcbride school welcome all new dancers

The McBride School offers beginner through championship classes for all ages (including adults in select locations).  New students are always welcome and we are glad that you are considering joining our Dance Family.  Our home studio is located in Dublin, California, but we also offer classes in Oakland, Livermore, Lafayette, Concord, San Rafael and Vallejo.  Please see our Class Location pages for additional class information. 

Whether for competition or recreational dancing, the McBride School offers an Irish Dance program that develops each dancer to their full potential as they gain confidence, poise and self-discipline.  As dancers progress, they are challenged to do their best while improving their skills, technique, and knowledge. However, we recognize that each dancer is unique, and our caring instructors encourage our dancers to develop their individual talents in a supportive and respectful atmosphere. ​

competition and performances

Competition can be an enjoyable and exciting part of the Irish Dance experience. For those who choose to compete, our instructors strive to promote a healthy spirit of teamwork and support between our dancers, both in the studio and on the stage. As our dancers progress in their skills, they will be given opportunities to compete at the local, regional, national and international level.  

Opportunities are also available for all MSID Dancers to participate in shows and performances, where a dancer can also gain the confidence and recognition that comes from performing in front of an appreciative audience. However, dancers are not required to perform or compete if they choose not to.  Dancing just for fun can be its own reward!

Friendships, family and fun 

​​No matter whether you are thinking of dancing competitively or for recreation and exercise, Irish Dancing is a very rewarding activity that develops character, instills dedication and build confidence, all while making friendships and memories that will remain long after the dance shoes are taken off for the very last time.  
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MSID, founded in 1967 under the direction of Ann McBride, A.D.C.R.G., has been providing quality Irish Dance instruction in the San Francisco Bay Area for 50 years. With their combined experience and passion for teaching, Ann McBride and Eileen McBride-Parker, T.C.R.G., take great pride in passing their love for Irish Dance and Culture to their Dancers. MSID is accredited and registered with An Coimisiun Le Rince Gaelacha, Dublin Ireland (CLRG - the Irish Dance Commission), and the Irish Dance Teachers Association of North America (IDTANA), Western U.S. Region.