Beyond Irish Dance Jan, Sarah, & Porter Jacobson

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Róisín Cahalan a Physiotherapist, Associate Professor at the University of Limerick, ADCRG, former Riverdance dancer, and editor and co-author of The Complete Irish Dancer: Optimization of Health and Performance in Irish Dance. Dr. Cahalan is revolutionizing the field of Irish dance and advancing our understanding of dancer health through her extensive research and her holistic, collaborative approach to dancers' well-being.
In this episode, we discuss her research and the areas in which Irish Dance methodology can improve in order to optimize a dancers health. We also discuss the new postgraduate certificate program at the University of Limerick - The Optimization of Health for Performance in Irish Dancers, for which Dr. Cahalan is the Course Director. This online program covers a wide range of topics, including injury prevention, strength and conditioning, nutrition, psychology, and more. It is open to dancers, teachers, healthcare professionals, and parents, emphasizing a collaborative approach to caring for Irish dancers.
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In this fascinating episode Zack Warsaw, who dances and is certified to teach both Irish and Highland Dance and adjudicates Irish Dance as a ADCRG, meets with us to talk about the similarities and differences between Irish Dance and Highland Dance - in movements, music, complexity, and visibility. We talk about how we can foster a deeper sense of Celtic community and grown both dance disciplines through greater collaboration.
This episode is being released shortly before our own Celtic Crossroads performance on June 1, 2024 - a collaborate performance between the Carroll-Henderson School of Irish Dance, the Missoula Highland Dancers, and the Celtic Dragon Pipe Band.
Zack is a TCRG, ADCRG and a Highland and National Member of the BATD. He is also an Executive Board Member for the Collegiate Irish Dance Association.
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Are you new to Irish Dance and feeling lost when you hear unfamiliar words and phrases? This podcast episode is for you! Join us as we break down the meaning behind common Irish Dance terms that may seem confusing to outsiders or those new to Irish Dance. We give meaning and context to Irish Dance lingo. 
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Competative female Irish Dancers often use some type of fake tanners to make their legs pop on stage. How does one get a beautiful fake tan - not one that's orange, green, grey or streaky? Is fake tanner safe? Do other dance disciplines fake tan? We answer all these questions in this episode. Interviews with an esthetician, a dermatologist, and a choreographer shed light on the tips, health risks, and trends associated with fake tanning in dance. The guests provide insights on how to achieve a flawless, long-lasting tan, the safety of tanning products, and the perception of tanning in different dance disciplines.

You can find Raeley at Moxie Cosmetic Arts Studio in Missoula, MT at theyhavemoxie.com or on Instagram @moxie.raeley and Moxie studio @theyhavemoxie.

Dermatolotist Dr. Dan Hansen can be reached at https://www.northernutahderm.com/dr-hansen.

Choreographer Angie Hansen is avaialble at dangiehansen@yahoo.com.

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In this eposide, we talk with Riverdance Summer School, Camp Rince Ceol (CRC camp) and Reels in the Rockies about their summer experiences for Irish Dancers. Listener warning: After this episode, you will want to attend all these summer camps!

We discuss the wide range of summer camp experiences available for Irish dancers, and the highlights of each program. 

Hear interviews with Padraic Moyles, Executive Producer/Associate Director of Riverdance and Anna Mai Fitzpatrick, Lead Dancer ofof Riverdance and Instructor of Riverdance Summer School; Sheila Ryan Davoren from CRC Camp; and Cara Casey O'Loughlin of Reels in the Rockies.

Find out more about Riverdance Summer School at https://academy.riverdance.com/ or on Instagram @riverdance; Camp Rince Ceol at https://irishdancecamp.com/ or on Instagram @camprinceceol; and Reels in the Rockies at https://www.reelsintherockies.com/ or on Instagram @reelsintherockies. 

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Coming back from an injury is demanding - physically and mentally. In this episode with physical therapist Dr. Teresa Drew, we discuss the unique physical demands of Irish Dance and how an Irish Dance trained physical therapist can help safely navigate the return to dance process. Dr. Drew provides wise insight on when to seek professional advice and how to rebuild confidence and trust in your body after an injury. She emphasizes the importance of mental and physical training during rehab and shares funny and memorable moments from her own dancing career.

You can find Dr. Drew on Instagram @the.dancing.doc or schedule a free Zoom consultation with her at on Calendly. 

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