Our Dance Journey in Pictures

At De Barra Academy of Irish Dance, every step tells a story. Our dancers—from tiny tots to champions—are captured in moments of joy, dedication, and Irish cultural pride. Explore our gallery to see students in action during classes, performances, and competitions, showcasing the rich traditions of Irish dance in Manhattan Beach and the surrounding beach towns of California.

De Barra Academy students performing traditional Irish dance steps during a recital in Manhattan Beach.

Tara Barry-Phelan instructing young dancers in soft shoe Irish dance at De Barra Academy.

Young Irish dancer flying through the sky in California

A group of happy Irish dancers by the beach.

Irish dancer jumping high on the pier in Manhattan beach

Tiny tots participating in their first Irish dance class at De Barra Academy in Manhattan Beach.

Students performing Riverdance-inspired choreography at an Irish cultural festival in California.

Competitive Irish dancers in full costume performing high kicks along the shoreline at Manhattan Beach.

Tara Barry-Phelan leading an outdoor Irish dance class for De Barra Academy students in Manhattan Beach.

Irish dancers preparing for a beach performance, enjoying the ocean breeze and sunny California weather.

Dancers rehearsing for a beachside Irish dance recital, focusing on rhythm and movement in the open air.

"Irish dance students perfecting their footwork during an outdoor class on the sand at a local California beach.

Irish dancers performing traditional soft shoe steps on the beach, showcasing their technique against the stunning ocean backdrop.