Cesta pitanja
Jesu li mi potrebne posebne cipele?
Ne, ne morate kupovati posebne cipele. Najbolje cipele i za muškarce i za žene su one s kožnim potplatima. Ova vrsta irskog plesa (set dancing) zahtijeva dosta kliznih i cupkajucih pokreta, stoga je koža najbolje rješenje za oboje. Najvažnije pri tome je da su cipele udobne i da su cvrste oko stopala kako bi sprijecile ozljede. Ako nemate cipele, možete doci u tenisicama, no jednostavno receno – u cipelama je lakše plesati.
Je li mi potrebna posebna odjeca?
Ne. Vecina ljudi najcešce pleše u udobnim starim trapericama i majici kratkih rukava. No nemojte da vam mi namecemo modne trendove; ako želite doci u vecernjoj haljini ili u kiltu, svakako ste dobro došli!
Moram li povesti svojeg plesnog partnera?
Ako želite - da, no nije nužno. Tijekom svakoga sata plesat cete s raznim partnerima i to je jako dobro za brzo ucenje plesa, no i za upoznavanje novih ljudi te za izgradnju timskog duha na plesnoj radionici.
Koja je cijena tecaja / sata?
Satovi plesa funkcioniraju u obliku tecaja, koji obicno traje od 7 do 10 tjedana. Tecaj je koncipiran na nacin da svatko ima priliku nauciti osnove ove vrste irskog plesa pa da u slucaju putovanja u Irsku može sudjelovati u plesu u pubovima diljem zemlje. Buduci da cijene variraju ovisno o duljini tecaja, kontaktirajte Paula na irskiples@gmail.com da biste dobili pravu informaciju.
Mogu li se prikljuciti ako je tecaj vec poceo?
Da. Iako je naravno najbolje krenuti od pocetka, novi clanovi nam se mogu pridružiti nakon što je tecaj vec poceo. Ako je tecaj pri kraju, u principu je preporucljivo krenuti na iduci tecaj od pocetka.
Mogu li nadoknaditi ako pocnem kasno?
Da. Obicno pokušavamo staviti ljude koji su tek došli s iskusnim plesacima. Na ovaj nacin iskusni plesac vas vodi i može vam objasniti terminologiju te dati par korisnih savjeta. U pocetku Irish Maidena postojao je samo jedan tecaj na kojem su bili plesaci u rasponu od naprednih do potpunih pocetnika. Mnogi od naših najboljih plesaca na ovaj nacin naucili su plesati. Može biti dosta zbunjujuce u pocetku, no to je za ocekivati i ako vam ne smeta ako radite greške, snaci cete se. Samo je važno da vam je zabavno!
Što je ples u setovima i je li drukciji od stepa?
To su dvije razlicite vrste irskog plesa. Ples u setovima je živuca tradicija lokalnih plesova koji se plešu diljem Irske i u cijelom svijetu. Set je obicno u obliku 8 plesaca (4 para) koji plešu prema unaprijed definiranoj rutini kompleksnih pokreta i koraka. Ovaj oblik plesa je izvrstan uvod u ritmove, glazbu, korake i ugodaj irskog plesa i moguce je dostici razuman stupanj sposobnosti u kratkom vremenskom razdoblju.
Step, kao Riverdance, zahtijeva nevjerojatnu predanost i talent da bi se postigao vrhunski potencijal u ovoj vrsti plesa. To je vrlo lijepa vrsta plesa. Trenutno Irish Maiden vodi radionice starog tradicionalnog irskog stepa koji je preteca modernog stepa.
Koliko vrsti irskog plesa postoji?
Cetiri!
Ceili ples: Slican plesu u linijama za velike grupe i za djecu
Ples u setovima: Živuca tradicija diljem Irske (obicno u pubovima!)
Trdicionalni step: Predivan originalni oblik irskog stepa
Moderni step: Fantastican, eksplozivan (Riverdance)
Mogu li putovati s Irish Maiden-om u Irsku?
Da. Svi plesaci koji su završili jedan tecaj irskog plesa smatraju se clanovima Irish Maidena i dobrodošli su da idu s nama. Festival (The Willie Clancy Festival) otvorenog je tipa, no osnova samog putovanja je ples pa svi koji putuju s Irish Maiden-om moraju ici na radionice na festivalu.
Koliko to košta?
To najviše ovisi o vama. Irish Maiden ce dati smještaj na izbor, predložiti mjesta za razgledavanje i neke grupne aktivnosti. Prijevoz, ukljucujuci let i najam automobila (a auti su 100% potrebni) vaša su vlastita odgovornost. Vecina ljudi što je išla 2007.-e godine prošla je s 900 do 1000 € za 10 ili 12 dana. Nije baš mali novcani iznos, no zato je veliko životno iskustvo!
F.A.Q.s
Do I need special shoes?
No, you don't need to buy specialized shoes. The best shoes for both ladies and gents are shoes with leather soles. Irish Set dancing requires quite a lot of sliding moves as well as stepping moves, leather is best for both of these. The most important thing is that the shoes are comfortable and support your feet well to prevent injuries. If you don't have shoes you can come in runners/trainers, simply put, shoes are easier to dance in.
Do I need special clothes?
No. A comfortable old pair of jeans is generally what most people dance in with a t-shirt. But don't let us choose your fashion; if you would like to wear cocktail dress or a kilt, you are very welcome!
Must I bring a partner?
If you want, but not necessary. You will dance with a number of different partners during each class and this not only improves your dancing but is a great way to meet new people and builds a great team spirit in the class.
How much is a course / class?
We run classes in courses. Usually between 7 – 10 weeks. This is done so that everybody gets a fair chance to learn the basics of this type of Irish Dancing so that if you ever travel to Ireland you would be able to partake in dancing sets in the pubs around the country. As the prices vary depending on the length of course please contact Paul at irskiples@gmail.com
Can I join after the course has started?
Yes. Although naturally it is best to start from the beginning we do permit new members to join after the course has started. If it is close to the end of a course we generally recommend starting the next course from the beginning.
Will I be able to catch up if I start late?
Yes. What we try to do is to put those who have arrived for the first time with an experienced dancer. In this way the experienced dancer helps lead you and can explain some terminology and give you some helpful tips so that will be ok. In the early days Irish Maiden had only one class ranging from advanced to total beginners. Many of our best dancers have learned in this way. I can be quite confusing to start but we expect that and if you're happy to make mistakes then you'll be fine. Just as long as you are having fun!
What is “Set” dancing and is it different to “Step” dancing?
They are both valid, but different forms of Irish dancing. Set dancing is a living vibrant tradition of local dances being danced all across Ireland and around the world. A Set usually takes the form of 8 dancers (4 couples) dancing a predetermined routine of complex moves and steps. This form is an excellent introduction into the rhythms, music, steps and atmosphere of Irish dancing and a reasonable level of competency can be acquired in a short space of time.
“Step” dancing, like that of “Riverdance” requires incredible commitment and talent to become a top exponent of this type of dance. It is a very beautiful form of dance. Presently Irish Maiden teaches workshops in old style traditional step dancing which is the forerunner of Modern Step.
How many types of Irish dancing are there!?
Four!
Ceili dancing: Similar to line dancing for big groups and kids.
Set Dancing: A living tradition all across Ireland (Usually in Pubs!)
Traditional Step: Beautiful original form of Irish step dancing
Modern Step: Fantastic, explosive, (Riverdance)
Can I travel with Irish Maiden to Ireland ?
Yes. All dancers who have completed one course of dancing are considered members of Irish Maiden and are welcome to come. The festival is open to all however the trip is based around dancing and all that travel with Irish Maiden must attend classes at the festival.
How much does it cost?
This very much depends on you. Irish Maiden will provide some accommodation options, suggested sight seeing and some group activities. Transport, including flights and car rental (and cars are 100% necessary) are your responsibility. Most people in 2007 managed a 10 or 12 day trip for between €900 and €1000. Not a small amount of money but the experience of a lifetime!