Our faculty brings together decades of competitive success, professional touring experience, and world-class officiating.
Marion Flanagan, ADCRG BG
Principal Teacher, Adjudicator & Grade Examiner
Born and raised in Oxford to Irish parents, Marion’s journey began at age four. Training with the Anne Flood School and the McDonald Academy, she competed at the World Championships from the age of 15 until transitioning into her true calling: teaching.
With 40 years of experience, Marion has a proven track record of nurturing champions. Under her guidance, dancers have secured prestigious titles at the North American Nationals, British Nationals, and European Championships, alongside Top 5 finishes at the All Irelands and World Championships.
As a qualified Adjudicator (ADCRG) and Grade Examiner (BG), Marion has judged at the highest levels of the sport, including the World Championships. Her deep technical knowledge ensures every student at our school receives a world-class foundation.
Ashleigh, TCRG
Teacher
Ashleigh’s passion for dance was sparked at age four in Auckland, NZ, inspired by the iconic Eurovision performance of Riverdance. That spark led to a stellar competitive career, including multiple National titles, a Top 10 finish at the North American Championships, and several World Recall medals.
Beyond the competitive stage, Ashleigh has an extensive professional background. She toured across New Zealand, Australia, North America, and Europe as a lead dancer and dance captain with renowned shows including Danceperados of Ireland, Rhythms of Ireland, and Celtic Rhythms. This professional journey continues today; Ashleigh now runs Eire Dance Company alongside her husband, musician Conor Martin, specialising in professional Irish dance and live music for corporate events (www.eiredanceco.com).
After completing a degree in Business and Marketing, Ashleigh earned her TCRG teaching certification in 2017. She joined the Marion Flanagan team shortly after qualifying, bringing her vibrant energy, professional stagecraft, and wealth of industry experience to both our adult and children’s classes.
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Whether you’re aiming for the World Championships or just looking for a new hobby, we can’t wait to welcome you to the floor.
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