The most wonderful time of the year is here! The Irish Dance Globe team have been writing our lists (and checking them twice!) to compile the ultimate shopping guide for all of your holiday needs. From stocking stuffers to training plans, to customisable sketches, we’ve got you covered.
Check out our fourth annual holiday gift guide to find the perfect gift for your favourite Irish dancer and support some small businesses while you’re at it.
Feising and Practise Supplies
1. Feis Buddies
Feis Buddies features fun, handmade Irish dance-themed accessories like coffee cups, water bottles, jewellery, and even magnetic number clips. Everything is fully customisable to fit each individual dancer. Shop via the Feis Buddies Etsy.
What we love: Customisable coffee cups
Based in: USA
Ships internationally: Yes
Last date for Christmas orders: December 18
2. The Irish Dancer
Operating for over 30 years, The Irish Dancer shop are experts in feis supplies. Carrying every item you might need on a dance day, they provide dancers with a reliable online vendor to order anything from lashes to laces to sock glue. Their wide range of supplies makes the perfect gift for any dancer, no matter how long they’ve been dancing. You can order online at The Irish Dancer.
What we love: Personalised feis results books to keep track of all your competition memories
Based in: UK
Ships internationally: Yes
Last date for Christmas orders: ASAP – check local courier recommendations
3. Eucatape
Created by dancer Ryan Lacey, this eucalyptus infused dancing tape is perfect to cover blisters, support sore feet and ankles, and help to heal up tired muscles. The eucalyptus infusion works to heal and repair your body while giving you the support you need from any kind of athletic tape. Eucatape is a go-to stocking stuffer for the team at IDG. Plus, it stays on throughout your whole practice. Order online via the Amazon store.
What we love: That there’s so many colourful options to choose from, but our favourite has to be the pink. And, bonus, it smells great!
Based in: USA
Ships internationally: Yes
Last date for Christmas orders: Order according to your Amazon recommendations
4. The Solemate Shop
Whether you call them poodle socks, bubble socks, or any other creative name you can think of for your dance socks, we have all experienced buying a new pair only to get them dirty after one class. With this new innovation in the world of Irish dance socks, The Solemate Shop provides dancers with socks that are dark on the sole and won’t get instantly dirty. Their shop also sells a variety of fun Irish dance-themed goodies. Order through the website The Solemate Shop.
What we love: Black bottomed dance socks
Based in: USA
Ships internationally: Yes
Last date for Christmas orders: December 18
5. Turnout Socks
These socks are perfect for Irish dancers working on their turnout this over the Christmas break. Created by former Riverdance cast member and TCRG Meghan Lucey, Turnout Socks boast fun colours and a variety of designs to help keep an eye on your turnout in the mirror. They’re great for practising at both home and in class. Order online via the website.
What we love: The ‘Ballerina’ socks
Based in: USA
Ships internationally: Yes
Last date for Christmas orders: December 10 for international orders, December 15 for orders within the USA and Canada
6. INCREASE Wear
INCREASE dance wear create comfortable, unique and stylish practise clothing made especially for Irish dancers. Their black leggings are their signature product, featuring markers on the inside of the calf and upper thigh to help dancers keep their feet turned out and cuts high. Their clothing and shoes are currently on sale at 20% off for the holiday season with the code “XMAS”. At The Irish Dance Globe we love how light and comfortable the leggings are for dance practice, a gym session, or even spin class. Order online via the website here.
What we love: The ‘Upper Cuts’ leggings
Based in: Germany
Ships internationally: Yes. They ship to everywhere there is Irish dancing, but the last date for international orders has passed
Last date for Christmas orders: December 14 for within Europe
7. Feis Glam
A one-stop-shop for all of your glamorous feising needs, Feis Glam is a Canadian run small business that boasts plenty of sparkle, offering dancers a place to purchase wigs and beauty accessories to help them feel their best on competition days. Order online at Feis Glam.
What we love: The feis day make-up, which you can book online for the next competition
Based in: Canada
Last date for Christmas orders: Dependent on local courier recommendations
8. Tiara of Dancing Queen
This dancer-run business sells sparkly handmade headpieces, tiaras, buckles, and bows, made custom or ready to order. You can order via Etsy or through Instagram.
What we love: Lace custom headpieces
Based in: Slovakia
Ships internationally: Yes
Last date for Christmas orders: Dependent on Etsy shipping recommendations
9. Irish Dancing Tiara
What Irish dancer doesn’t want a custom headpiece to match their costume? Lace headpieces, tiaras, buckles – pretty much anything sparkly that you can think of – are made to order to match the individual dancer. Reach out to order on Facebook or via email amanda_j_wallace@hotmail.com.
What we love: Custom sets including a headpiece and buckles
Based in: UK
Ships internationally: Yes
Last date for Christmas orders: Consistent with your local courier recommendations
Training Subscriptions and Programmes
10. Target Training
Former competitive and professional Irish dancer and TCRG Ellen Waller holds a wealth of knowledge in her on-demand training programme. Target Training includes online videos for training every Irish dance skill you can think of. The programme also offers weekly workouts, clinics and masterclasses that you can sign up for at a drop-in rate. It also offers a wide selection of training options for everything your dancer needs. Subscribe via the website here.
What we love: 10-week workouts that build on skills each week
Based in: USA
Ships internationally: It’s all available online
Last date for Christmas orders: There isn’t one! Access at any time with a subscription
11. From Head to Toe Academy
Founded by former Riverdance lead Chloey Turner, the From Head to Toe Academy helps dancers learn through a wholistic approach to training. The online programme focuses on teaching dancers through yoga, meditation, and mindfulness practices to not only improve their dancing, but also throughout all areas of life. The subscription offers access to a wide selection of on-demand classes and live workshops, as well as a connection to an online community of like-minded dancers. Shop the $35 a month subscription online here.
What we love: The wide variety of training options and instructors available to academy members. P.S. – they also sell adorable merchandise!
Based in: USA
Ships internationally: Yes, it’s all available online
Last date for Christmas orders: There isn’t one!
12. Zen Rince App
The Zen Rince App is available in the app store for £8.99 ($9.99) a month or £89.99 a year (approx $108). The app includes meditations specifically created for Irish dancers to help overcome anxiety, build confidence, and even to relax before going onstage at a competition. Their website also sells meditation beads to help facilitate calm and relaxation. One-on-one sessions are also available to book online on the Zen Rince website.
What we love: Meditation beads
Based in: USA
Ships internationally: All downloadable online or the Apple App Store/Google Play
Last date for Christmas orders: Allow seven-day shipping for meditation beads
13. Podium Strength
Founded by professional dancer and teacher Mimi Phillips, this all-inclusive fitness programme includes private coaching for everything from strength training to nutrition, and also offers an on-demand membership that features 12-week plans for $24.95 (approx £20.46) a month. Subscribe online at Podium Strength and Performance.
What we love: 12-week training plans
Based in: USA
Ships internationally: It’s all online
Last date for Christmas orders: There isn’t one!
14. Move with Meg
Move with Meg helps to teach dancers about the connection between their bodies and training for dancing through fitness classes, mindset classes and much more. The programme offers many different options for either on-demand, one-on-one, or group training. Move with Meg also boasts an all-star crew of dancers to help you along the way. Subscribe online via the website.
What we love: “Essentials” training bundle featuring training for all of the basic Irish dance skills you could need
Based in: UK
Ships internationally: It’s all online. Apparel ships to UK only
Last date for Christmas orders: December 18 for apparel and merchandise
15. Barre Motion
Created by Riverdance lead and classically trained ballet dancer Natasia Petracic, Barre Motion is a ballet barre-based training programme geared towards training technique for Irish dancers. Through virtual training sessions dancers can learn to support their dance technique with ballet training. Gift your dancer a live group or private class here.
What we love: Classes you can do from anywhere
Based in: Australia
Ships internationally: It’s all online
Last date for Christmas orders: There isn’t one!
16. Lauren Smyth Academy
Created by Riverdance principal and Festival-style trained dancer Lauren Smyth, this unique academy offers dancers a chance to try out their creative side by a learning different style of Irish dance. There are many class options to gift including a monthly subscription, masterclasses and one-on-one sessions, as well as the new beginner course. Check it out online at Lauren Smyth Academy.
What we love: Private lessons tailored to your dancer’s specific needs
Based in: Northern Ireland
Ships internationally: Yes, it’s all online
Last date for Christmas orders: There isn’t one!
17. FIT ID
The Smyth family certainly boasts a whole load of talent (yes, they are Lauren’s siblings!). Run by brother and sister duo and Lord Of The Dance performers Lynsey and Connor Smyth (a former IDG cover star and winner of SAS: Who Dares Wins) this programme boasts heaps of Irish dance fitness expertise. FIT ID features challenging workouts that are geared towards Irish dancers, from HIIT and DanceFit classes, Power Pack sessions and more, all that you can do from the comfort of your own home. Check out their programme on the website.
What we love: Dance fit classes
Based in: Northern Ireland
Ships internationally: Yes, it’s all online
Last date for Christmas orders: There isn’t one!
18. The Dancing Doc
Created by personal trainer and doctor of physical therapy Teresa Drew, The Dancing Doc was founded by a dancer, for dancers. With her years of experience in Irish dancing, Teresa offers dancers one-on-one consultations to help overcome injury and improve their performance, all with her own dancer’s eye for detail. Book a session via Instagram.
What we love: One-on-one client calls
Based in: USA
Ships internationally: Yes, it’s all online
Last date for Christmas orders: There isn’t one!
19. Scott Doherty Mindset Training & Workshops
Brought to you by world champion dancer and creator of shows such as Rockin’ Road 2 Dublin and Christmas in Killarney Scott Doherty’s one-on-one virtual mindset training sessions make the perfect gift for the motivated dancer. Scott brings years of expertise in teaching and dancing together to help dancers build confidence onstage and in their training. He has also created his own guided Irish dance journal called ‘Stop “Just” Dancing’, (which makes the perfect companion gift to a mindset session!) is available on Amazon. You can also check out his website Irish Dance Workshops or reach out via his Instagram @thescottydee.
What we love: The guided journal prompts just for Irish dancers
Based in: USA
Ships internationally: Yes
Last date for Christmas orders: Order according to your Amazon recommendations
20. Ciara Sexton Mindset Training
The inimitable Ciara Sexton (and another former IDG cover star) offers amazing mindset coaching sessions to dancers all over the world. Her years of experience in professional and competitive dancing and coaching brings a unique perspective to her mindset training. As a bonus, Ciara’s show experience has made her a guru of all things about auditioning, building CVs, and gaining your own catalogue of show experiences. Get in touch via Instagram.
What we love: One-to-one mindset training sessions
Based in: Ireland
Ships internationally: Yes, it’s all online
Photography
21. Step About Photo
Located in San Diego, California, Step About Photography is the perfect gift for the artsy Irish dancer in your life. Gift your dancer with a unique photo session this holiday season. Contact on Instagram to book a session or buy a gift card.
What we love: The beautiful, creative photoshoots
Based in: USA
Last date for Christmas orders: December 23 for digital gift cards
22. Irish Dance Photography by Cathrin Andel
Who doesn’t love a dance photoshoot to show off a dancer’s hard work? Cathrin’s crisp, striking photos balance athleticism and grace, making for pictures that will be cherished forever. Book a portrait session for your World Qualifier at the 2024 CLRG Worlds in Glasgow with a 10% off voucher via the website.
What we love: Photoshoot slots for the 2024 CLRG Worlds in Glasgow, Scotland
Based in: Germany
Last date for Christmas orders: There isn’t one!
23. Words and Pictures by Jeannie DeSena
Celebrate your love of dance this holiday season with a custom portrait experience with award-winning dance photographer Jeannie DeSena. Jeannie will help your dancer look their best and feel great about themselves. With an eye for detail and her own training in ballet, tap, and Irish dance, she knows the importance of capturing technique, costumes, and poses to present a dancer correctly.
What we love: The unique, fun shoot locations
Based in: USA
Last date for Christmas orders: Gift certificates are available electronically throughout December and printed certificates should be ordered by December 10
Clothing, Accessories, And More
24. FEIS App
FeisTheApp is undergoing a total revamp — gift your dancer a subscription to the essential music app when the new version goes live, coming soon! In the meantime, you can shop their apparel and accessories.
What we love: FEIS App branded dancewear for training or dance class
Based in: UK
Ships internationally: Yes
Last date for Christmas orders: ASAP – check website for more details
25. SpiritandSoleDesigns
Crocs are back in style – and accessorising them with custom charms is the best way to wear them. SpiritandSoleDesigns on Etsy offers many cute, customisable options for not only Irish dancers, but everyone in the family. We have to say, the Irish dancing charms are probably our favourite. Send your dancer to class in style after the Christmas break with a new pair of Crocs and some Irish dance inspired charms from SpiritandSole.
What we love: Irish dancer Croc charms
Based in: USA
Ships internationally: Yes
Last date for Christmas orders: Order according to your Etsy recommendations
26. Wmhx0
From everyone’s favourite Instagram comedian and zero-times World Medal Holder Oona Harrigan, this Redbubble shop is full of fun stocking stuffers that any dancer will love, no matter how many world medals they have. Her designs can be ordered as stickers, magnets, pins, phone cases, and more.
What we love: The now-iconic “sad globe” stickers
Based in: USA
Ships internationally: Yes
Last date for Christmas orders: Order according to Redbubble shipping times or pick up a digital gift card
27. Kilogear Cut
This unique athletic wear brand offers doctor-designed and stylish choices of clothing with an added bonus of weight training. Kilogear comes with built in pockets to add weights to help take your training to the next level. These are perfect for Irish dancers looking to practise with a similar weight to their solo costumes. Add as many or as little weight you need to personalise your training experience. Shop online via the website.
What we love: “Just Shine” weighted metallic leggings
Based in: USA
Ships internationally: Yes
Last date for Christmas orders: December 22
28. Garden of Daisies
This mother and daughter run small business has a lovely selection of handmade goods for everyone on your list, but our favourite has to be the Irish dance collection. They also have an adorable holiday collection out now. Shop online for scrunchies, stickers, tote bags at Garden of Daisies.
What we love: ‘I would rather be dancing’ crewneck sweater
Based in: Canada
Ships internationally: No, just Canada and the USA
Last date for Christmas orders: December 10
29. Mitchell Dance
Created by musician and carpenter Lorcan Mitchell, Mitchell Dance has created the first amplified dance floor that has now become a household name for professional Irish dancers all around the world. This floor is also portable and sprung — great for both performances and at-home practise. Order online at Portable Sprung Dance Floor.
What we love: The portable, electronic dance floor
Based in: Ireland
Ships internationally: Yes
Last date for Christmas orders: December 14
30. Irish Dance Pro
This brand features clothing and practise supplies for dancers, including their game-changing Practice Pad, now available in multiple colours and sizes. These are so popular that the European stock is already sold out for the holidays. But not to worry — North American dancers can still order in time for Christmas, and if you’re outside of the USA or Canada, you can pick up a gift card for the upcoming restock in January. Shop their collection online at Irish Dance Pro.
What we love: The portable practice pads
Based in: Ireland and USA
Ships internationally: Yes
Last date for Christmas orders: December 12 (USA and Canada)
31. The V.I.P Planner
From world champion, professional dancer, and now an IDG cover star Zoe Talbot, the V.I.P Planner is designed specifically for Irish dancers to help them stay on track, motivated, and inspired. In addition, Zoe also offers a variety of online training options. Order via the website.
What we love: The limited edition pink cover
Based in: Ireland
Ships internationally: Yes
Last date for Christmas orders: December 18
32. Sinead Sketches
Created by dancer and teacher Sinead McGonagle, Sinead Sketches produces custom sketches featuring your dancer, family, or even your dance school logo, which can be turned into prints, stickers, and more. This year, she features some adorable hand-drawn Christmas T-shirts perfect to wear to those last few dance classes of the year. Order via DM on Instagram or Facebook.
What we love: The customised portraits
Based in: Ireland
Ships internationally: Framed sketches ship to Ireland, international orders can be sent digitally
Last date for Christmas orders: Digital sketches can be ordered up until the week before Christmas, festive T-shirts can be ordered right up until Christmas
33. Riff Raff & Rince
The ones who get it, get it. These fun Irish dance humour-themed products are the perfect gift for the dancers who love to nerd-out over each and every detail about the various Irish dances — including all the classic traditional sets. Order the designs on Etsy as clever stickers, pins, or keychains.
What we love: Traditional set stickers
Based in: USA
Ships internationally: Yes
Last date for Christmas orders: Order according to Etsy shipping recommendations for your area
34. One Step Diary
Designed by former competitive and professional Irish dancer Amelia Walker, the One Step Diary is an all-inclusive notebook to help dancers track their goals, create practise plans, record teacher feedback, and more. Amelia’s Etsy also includes cute Irish dancing-themed stickers and sweatshirts. Follow her page on Instagram to check out her 12 days of Christmas sale, running now through December 12.
What we love: One Step Diary
Based in: USA
Ships internationally: No, within USA only
Last date for Christmas orders: December 15
35. Irish Dancing & Culture Magazine
Everyone knows and loves the classic Irish Dancing Magazine. With a monthly subscription dancers will receive a print copy of each month’s magazine featuring their current cover star. IDM has been educating and inspiring dancers for generations and makes the perfect gift for dancers of any age. Subscribe online at Irish Dancing Magazine.
What we love: A subscription which offers up-close and personal interviews with champion dancers
Based in: USA
Ships internationally: Yes
Last date for Christmas orders: There isn’t one
Thinking of someone who isn’t on this list? DM us or email hello.idglobe@gmail.com to be included in the next one!
