Julie Murray
Academy of irish dance
Irish dance school based in the North of Glasgow inspiring dancers of all ages to grow, perform, and build lifelong friendships.
What are the benefits of irish dance?
improves co-ordination and fitness
helps to Develop focus, concentration and memory
encourages self-confidence & belief
nurtures friendship and social development
CLASS SCHEDULE
Check out our latest class timetable and locations below.
Mondays
Cumbernauld
LOCATION – Vibe Studios, Glencryan Road, Cumbernauld, G67 2UH
Beginner class suitable for Boys & Girls ages 3+
Beginner Class – 4:30pm-5:30pm
Advanced Class – 5:00pm – 6:30pm
Adult Class – 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Saturdays
Barmulloch
LOCATION – Barmulloch Residents Centre, 54 Quarrywood Road, G21 3ET
Beginner class suitable for Boys & Girls ages 3+
Beginner Class – 10:00am – 11:00am
Advanced Class – 10:00am – 11:30am
Thursdays
Provanmill
LOCATION – St Philomena’s Chapel Hall, 1255 Royston Road, G33 1 EH
Beginner class suitable for Boys & Girls ages 3+
Beginner Class – 4:30pm-5:30pm
Advanced Class – 5:00pm – 6:30pm
teaching staff
JULIE MURRAY
FOUNDER & LEAD TEACHER
JULIE BEGAN DANCING AT THE AGE OF FOUR SPENDING MOST OF HER COMPETITIVE CAREER WITH THE STEWART SCHOOL OF DANCE. THROUGHOUT HER CAREER SPANNING TWO DECADES, SOME MEMORABLE ACHIEVEMENTS INCLUDE WINNING THE SCOTTISH OIREACHTAS THREE TIMES, MULTIPLE TOP 5 PLACINGS AT BOTH THE GREAT BRITAINS AND BRITISH NATIONALS AND WINNING NUMEROUS WORLD MEDALS WITH CEILI TEAMS.
JULIE RETIRED FROM COMPETITION IN 2018 AND A FEW SHORT MONTHS LATER WAS INVITED TO FLORIDA WHERE SHE DANCED SIX NIGHTS A WEEK ENTERTAINING GUESTS FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD AS PART OF THE DANCING CAST AT RAGLAN ROAD IN DISNEY SPRINGS.
AFTER SEVERAL POSTPONEMENTS DUE TO COVID, JULIE SUCCESSFULLY PASSED HER TCRG EXAM IN AUGUST 2022 AND JOINED THE TEACHING STAFF AT THE HARRISON SCHOOL OF DANCE.
AFTER THREE SUCCESSFUL YEARS TEACHING ALONGSIDE HER FRIENDS, JULIE LAUNCHED HER OWN ACADEMY IN THE SPRING OF 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What ages are the classes suitable for? What age is best to start?
A: The youngest we would recommend would be age three for our children’s beginner class. There is no ‘best’ or ‘right’ age to start dancing though – we have adult dancers who only started dancing when they came to the adult class!
Q: I have signed my little one up for their trial class! What happens next!?
A: You will receive an email or text from Julie to confirm she has received your free trial booking. This also gives you the opportunity to ask any burning questions you need the answer to!
Q: What does my little one need for their first class?
A: A bottle of water and some comfortable clothes. Leggings or shorts are perfect dance wear to get them started.
Q: I am an adult who has always wanted to do Irish Dancing but never done it before! Am I able to sign up for the adult class?
A: YES! The adult class caters for individuals of all ages and abilities. You get to set the pace of your learning while being a part of a supportive community.
Q: Is taking part in dancing competitions a necessity?
A: No, definitely not. While we would encourage dancers to perform to build their confidence, whether it be as part of yearly shows or displays, however this is never a requirement.
Q: As a parent, am I able to sit and observe the class?
A: The general rule of thumb is no however if your dancer is particularly nervous about starting we would allow, for a limited period, parents to stay in the class. For some of our classes there is a waiting area where you can observe the class from another room however we find having parents within the class can easily become a distraction for dancers.
FIRST CLASS IS FREE
EVERY DANCERS FIRST CLASS IS FREE AS A TRIAL - SIGN UP LINK IS BELOW
CLASSES START FROM £6
CLASSES START FROM £6 FOR ONE HOUR CLASSES
PAY MONTHLY OPTIONS AVAILABLE
DISCOUNTS ARE AVAILABLE WHEN PAYMENTS ARE MADE MONTHLY