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From Strong Start to Strong Finish: How to Stop Fading on Stage coaching irish dance mindset stamina Mar 19, 2026

You step onto the stage feeling ready. Your first step feels strong. Your kicks are high. Your posture is tall.

But somewhere halfway through your dance… something changes.

Your legs feel heavier.
Your toe height drops.
Your sharpness fades.

By the final bars, you’re just trying to get through it.

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Why Irish dancers shouldn't practice for one hour practice stamina young irish dancers Nov 28, 2023

‘I want to give my dancing 100%’ 

 

On a weekly basis we hear dancers who are totally dedicated to their dancing and want to do everything they can to improve. This is amazing and we are always inspired by their dedication and passion for their Irish dancing. 

 

However, sometimes dancers believ...

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How do I improve my stamina as an Irish Dancer? irish dancer irishdancing mindset stamina Nov 04, 2022

‘How do I improve my stamina?’ We hear this all the time! It seems like every dancer wants to know the secret. Here’s the thing, there’s no big mystery. No big secret. Just these simple points…

 

Firstly, it is not all about cardio fitness. It’s about muscular endurance and muscle memory. Running ...

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