The Academy A.N.S

20/09/2026

Amongst show practice, feis prep and getting back to class, we managed to fit in our Worlds workshop yesterday!

For some of our dancers, this was their very first time learning an Invention and they were absolutely brilliant! You all came together as a team, helped and encouraged one another and gave it everything from start to finish.

It's always so exciting to see these routines start coming together and we can't wait for the next workshop! 💜🧡💜

20/09/2026

Our August Dancer of the Month - Lily ✨

Your improvement recently has been tremendous and we are so proud of the confidence, determination and hard work you bring to every single class.

You’re always willing to push yourself, take on feedback and keep improving and it certainly hasn’t gone unnoticed!

This is so deserved, keep shining and being the amazing dancer you are Lily! 💜🧡💜

13/09/2026

Our wonderful Academy superstars who danced at the CRDM Edinburgh FEIS this weekend!

💜 Eloise - 7th in the championship and 6th in the reel
🧡 Maz - 4th in the championship, 1st in reel and hornpipe, 2nd heavy jig and 3rd slip jig
💜 Leah - 2nd in the championship, 1st reel and 2nd in the trad set
🧡 Eve - 2nd in the reel and 7th in the championship
💜 Chloe - a huge shout out to Chloe at her first feis with ANS! The first of many and we cant wait to see where you go. You worked incredibly hard for this weekend and we're super proud of you!
🧡 Aaliyah - unfortunately, Aaliyah picked up an injury during her very first dance and had to withdraw from the rest of the competition. We know how disappointing that was after all your hard work and we’re all wishing you a speedy recovery. We can’t wait to see you back on the dance floor when you’re ready!

Some fantastic results and, more importantly, lots to be proud of from every single one of you. The hard work, determination and progress you’re showing in class is shining through on stage 🌟

Well done girls! We are so proud of you all and can’t wait for the next one! 💜🧡

03/09/2026

Our wonderful Katie is engaged!💍💕

Wishing you and Jason a lifetime of love, happiness and unforgettable memories together. We couldn’t be happier for you, no one deserves it more 🧡💜🧡

P.S. roll on the celebrations!! 💃🏻

31/07/2026

🌟 EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT! 🌟

We’re so excited to announce that our show will be joined by our very special guests and great friends from the Nula Sullivan School of Irish Dancing!

We’re absolutely delighted to have them performing with us for a wonderful night filled with dance, fun, friendship and lots of excitement! 🍀

We can’t wait to share the stage with them and celebrate together! 💜🩷🤍🧡💚

18/07/2026

🌍SENIOR INVENTION WORLD CHAMPIONS🌍

We still get goosebumps every time we say it! Here's a little glimpse at the performance that secured us our World Champion title 🏆

This routine will forever hold a special place in our hearts and we couldn't be prouder of every single performer who brought it to life.

If you want to experience the full performance live, you'll have one more chance to see our World Champions take to the stage at our October show, Celtic Curtain Call! Tickets are available now at the Stag box office - the link is in our bio 💜🧡💜

17/07/2026

🎉 Our 15th anniversary celebrations continue... 🎉

We're delighted to announce our 2026 production, Celtic Curtain Call! 🍀🎭

Join us for a spectacular evening where the magic of musical theatre meets the heartbeat of Ireland. Featuring much loved songs from the stage alongside the power, passion and precision of traditional Irish dance, this promises to be a truly unforgettable show.

For 15 years, The Academy ANS has been creating opportunities, building confidence and sharing a love of performance with our amazing dancers. Celtic Curtain Call is the next chapter in that journey, and we can't wait to celebrate it with you.

📅 Sunday 4th October 2026
📍 The Stag Theatre, Sevenoaks

Tickets are available through the Stag Theatre Box Office, link is in our bio. Get yours now to avoid disappointment! 🎟️

Thank you to everyone who has supported us over the last 15 years, we can't wait to see you there! 💜🧡💜

12/07/2026

12/07/2026

What a weekend 💜🧡

These photos are what it's all about. An amazing team of dancers who support, encourage and celebrate one another every step of the way, from our tiniest dancers to our oldest. Whether someone was stepping onto the stage for the very first time or chasing championship titles, everyone had a team behind them cheering them on.

A huge thank you to every single person who gave up their time to make the weekend so special. From helping with wigs, warm ups, waiting for results, offering encouragement and cheering from the sidelines, it all makes a big difference.

And to our incredible parents and families, thank you for the trust you place in us every single week. Your support and belief in our dancers mean the world and we never take it for granted.

Weekends like these remind us that our dance family is about so much more than results. It's about teamwork, kindness, friendship and creating memories together. We couldn't be prouder of every single one of you. What a way to finish the feis year! 💜🧡💜

12/07/2026

FLORI 💜 4th, 5th, 6th & 2nd for your today at the ! What an incredible first feis! We couldn't be prouder of the way you've thrown yourself into every challenge with such enthusiasm, confidence and a huge smile. You've already become such a loved member of the team and these fantastic results are just the beginning. We can't wait to watch your journey unfold, your future is so exciting! 🧡💜🧡