34. Irish Enterprise Awards 2026 For Patricia Brady, dancing is about much more than just the act itself. It is about bringing people together in a social environment and allowing them to have fun, whilst teaching them something new every week. This ethos is the foundation of Patricia’s Social Dance Class Dublin, a business that Patricia has built from strength to strength since establishing it in 2016, to the point where she now has 52k followers on Facebook and runs classes several nights a week. We caught up with Patricia for more on the success of her community dance school. Patricia and husband Pat both live in Dublin, but they learned to dance together at the Well in Moate, a country music venue located between Dublin and Galway with dance teacher Niall Doorhy. The reason they had to travel halfway across the country is that there was nowhere in their hometown teaching the style of country jive they were interested in. After a while, the couple felt confident enough in their ability to bring this style of dancing home, getting Dublin jiving and ensuring ‘Dubs’ do not miss out on the fun. Ever since it delivered its first class in Fingallians Gaa Club in Swords – one of the venues where it still holds classes today – it was clear Patricia’s Social Dance Class Dublin was destined for big things. Although things may have started off slow, the word eventually got out, and Patricia and Pat today teach all over Dublin. Jive is still one of their most popular classes, but waltz, foxtrot, quickstep, and line dancing are all taught in a number of locations, including the famous Copper Face Jacks nightclub. “I started with eight people in my first class. I’ve worked hard and now have anywhere from 50-80 people in my classes every week.” I love what I do and the people I meet Most of the classes Patricia delivers are done so on a pay as you go basis, which is incredibly convenient for those who just want to stop by and see what all the fuss is about, without having to sign up for something indefinitely. More structured courses are also available, with these usually being four weeks long. This is not all, as Patricia’s Social Dance Class Dublin also holds regular social dance events, where country artists and bands come along and play –including Johnny Brady and Gerry Guthrie. The most recent of these saw Patricia partner with Gary O’Reilly, Choreographer and line dance teacher who she did a line dance teacher training course with , to deliver an event at the stylish Diamond Coast Hotel in Enniscrone. Over a weekend in January, attendees enjoyed a weekend of dance in a stunning ballroom, as well as having their stay and food included. Highlights of the weekend included the dance workshops, as well as the unforgettable dance parties held every night. It is on the back of the authenticity and the personality Patricia brings to the business that it has successfully grown over the past decade. Patricia has spearheaded this by advertising across social media channels and creating pages for her members, which only adds to the community feel she nurtures through the business. For many, the sense of belonging these sessions deliver help them push through the fear they have of learning to dance. Outside of these classes, courses, and social events, some of the additional services the business offers include private lessons for individuals, couples, or groups, including hen parties. Gift vouchers are also available, meaning the gift of dance can be provided to friends and family members who are either regular attendees of Patricia’s Social Dance Class Dublin or who might enjoy these unique experiences. In addition to Patricia’s Social Dance Class Dublin, Patricia’s love of dancing sees her teach people on Paul Claffey Tours on their trips to both Spain and Portugal in her spare time, and she has also danced on the RTE Late Late Show, the RTE Today Show, Dancing with the Stars, and Virgin Media One’s Ireland AM. She has also taught dancing at Dublin City Council Ceol Country and other such events. By offering people a fun and enjoyable way to learn to dance at their own pace, all whilst meeting up with others and having a great time, Patricia’s Social Dance Class Dublin has established itself as a pillar of this community. On the back of this, it is our pleasure to recognise the business here as the Best Community Dance School 2026 – Dublin. Contact: Patricia Brady Company: Patricia’s Social Dance Class Dublin Web Address: https://dancingwithpatricia.ie/ Best Community Dance School 2026 – Dublin
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