McGovern Mini Jigs Try a Free Class

Preschool Irish Dance • Ages 2–8

Little steps.
Big smiles.

Music, movement, imagination and age-appropriate Irish dance—all created especially for little dancers.

  • No experience needed
  • Welcoming new dancers
  • Three locations
Smiling young McGovern Mini Jigs preschool dancers

Where little Irish dancers begin

A first class experience made for them.

Mini Jigs blends gentle structure with creativity, encouragement and plenty of fun. Children learn through playful activities that keep them moving, smiling and excited to return.

Along the way, they develop coordination, rhythm, balance, listening skills and social confidence—without pressure to move faster than they are ready.

What we do

Learning feels like play.

Every class has a purpose, but to your child it simply feels like an adventure.

Music & Rhythm

Clapping, counting and moving to lively Irish music.

Imagination & Props

Scarves, parachutes and playful themes keep children engaged.

First Dance Steps

Age-appropriate skills taught in small, encouraging steps.

Confidence & Friends

Kind instruction, taking turns and celebrating every victory.

Find their starting place

Classes that grow with your dancer.

Choose by age. We will help with the rest.

01

Ages 2–3

Little Jigs

A joyful first class experience filled with music, movement, imagination and play.

Grown-up participation may vary by class.
02

Ages 4–5

Rising Jigs

Playful, independent classes that introduce rhythm, coordination and first Irish dance steps.

Perfect for brand-new little dancers.
03

Ages 5–8

Stepping Stones

A supportive bridge into beginner Irish dance with growing skills, confidence and friendships.

Designed for young elementary dancers.

Not ready to register?

Try a class on us.

A free trial gives your child a relaxed way to meet us, explore the studio and experience Mini Jigs before you decide.

Choose a Free Class
  1. 1
    Choose your location

    Tell us where you would like to dance.

  2. 2
    Pick a class

    Select the best age group and available date.

  3. 3
    Come dance

    Wear comfortable clothes and bring a little curiosity.

Three welcoming locations

Mini Jigs near you.

Ready to join Mini Jigs?

Registration is simple.

Select the Mini Jigs program, choose your child’s class and complete the registration form. Registration reserves your dancer’s place for the term.

Register for Mini Jigs

Flexible payment options

Families may pay the full term tuition at registration or divide tuition into monthly installments.

Monthly installments do not create month-to-month enrollment.

For first-time dance parents

Wondering if your child is ready?

They do not need special shoes, previous lessons or the ability to follow every direction perfectly. They only need a safe place to begin—and we would love to welcome them.

Start With a Free Class