Irish step
Riverdance-style footwork
Irish step is a traditional dance style from Ireland characterized by rapid, precise footwork while the upper body remains relatively still, arms held rigidly at the sides.
Dancers wear special hard or soft shoes and perform intricate stepping patterns, often competitively or in group formations.
The style gained international visibility through productions like Riverdance: She's been taking Irish step since she was six.
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