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| Certification |
- In order to evaluate the teaching capability of group heads on an objective basis, certification examinations may be held. Objects of scrutiny are both specialist knowledge as well as the capability to pass on this knowledge.
- The theoretical part of the examination is carried out as oral and written test. The practical part of the examination consists of observing and evaluating a group head in regular lessons over a sufficient period.
- The theoretical part of the examination evaluates the necessary knowledge of the stylistic, rhythmic and technical basics. In the interest of the dance pupils no fault tolerance is acceptable in this area. The examination candidate must have cultural and historical background knowledge concerning Irish dance as well as the technical, medical and legal basic knowledge necessary for group heads. A certain fault tolerance is permissible in this area.
- The practical part of the examination evaluates the capability to pass on knowledge to a pupil correctly, within an appropriate time and in a way acceptable for the pupil and according to the pupil's needs. The main focus is especially put on the motivation of the pupils and the achievement of a long-term effect.
- There will be no test about the contents of the examinations dances in the theoretical part of the examination. Use of standardised dance scripts showing the contents of the examination dances in the practical part of the examination is allowed.
- In the interest of the comprehensibility of explanations and the capability to communicate within the Irish dancing scene great value is attached to a standardised technical terminology for theoretical discussions as well as in practical lessons.
- For dance trainers there are the following requirements for obtaining the certificate Lámhadóir na Rince Gaelacha [L.R.G.]:
- Theoretical knowledge of the posture and stylistics of Irish dancing and practical capability to teach correct posture and stylistics as well as to note, to identify correctly and to correct problems concerning this.
- Theoretical knowledge of the rhythmical characteristics of reel, jig, slip jig and hornpipe and practical capability to count correctly and to teach correct counting.
- Theoretical knowledge of the motions and combinations for basic dances and practical capability to teach correct techniques for their execution as well as to note, to identify correctly and to correct problems concerning this.
- Capability to read and to use standardised solo dance scripts of basic dances correctly. Correct application of given practice plans.
- Knowledge of at least one basic solo dance of each category with 48 bars minimum as well as at least one traditional céilí dance.
- Capability to direct a moderately talented, interested, homogeneous and easily manageable group up to 8 pupils from 12 years on upwards with dancing background and to teach them any basic solo dance.
- Basic knowledge of copyright and of the national history, dance history and geography (provinces) of Ireland as well as basic medical knowledge and basic abilities concerning wounds and fractures as well as muscular injuries.
- For dance instructors there are the following requirements for obtaining the certificate Oide na Rince Gaelacha [O.R.G.]:
- Practical capability to identify heard rhythms, to teach correct dance rhythmics as well as to note, to identify correctly and to correct problems concerning this.
- Theoretical knowledge of the motions and combinations for primary dances and practical capability to teach correct techniques for their execution as well as to note, to identify correctly and to correct problems concerning this.
- Capability to note learned dances down in standardised solo dance scripts. Elaboration of own practice plans using given educational aims.
- Knowledge of at least one primary solo dance of each category with 48 bars minimum as well as at least ten traditional céilí dances, two traditional solo set dances and two traditional social set dances.
- Capability to introduce dance beginners to correct Irish posture, stylistics and basic technique and to direct any group of up to 12 pupils from 8 years on upwards with not more then two performance levels and to teach them any basic or primary solo dance.
- Basic knowledge of financial accountancy and of the language (pronunciation, dance terms) and geography (counties) of Ireland, comprehensive knowledge of the dance history of Ireland as well as basic medical knowledge and basic abilities concerning tendon injuries, foot injuries, shank injuries, knee injuries, hip injuries and other dance injuries.
- For dance teachers there are the following requirements for obtaining the certificate Teagascóir na Rince Gaelacha [T.R.G.]:
- Extended knowledge concerning the structure of the system of graduations and competitions.
- Basic knowledge concerning the history of Irish dancing.
- Theoretical knowledge of the motions and combinations for main dances and practical capability to teach correct techniques for their execution as well as to note, to identify correctly and to correct problems concerning this.
- Elaboration of individual educational aims and of practice plans according to the respective pupil's level of achievement and ability to learn.
- Knowledge of at least one main solo dance of each category with 48 bars minimum and at least one open figure dance of each category with 48 bars minimum as well as at least 50 traditional céilí dances, four traditional solo set dances and 20 traditional social set dances.
- Capability to direct groups, inhomogeneous concerning age and performance, of up to 20 pupils with individual educational aims and to teach them any basic, primary or main solo dance. Capability to teach children down to 3 years as well according to their age.
- Capability to direct groups of up to 20 persons without dancing background at dance events in céilí dancing.
- Basic knowledge of laws relating to insurance and contracts and of the language (numbers, everyday phrases) and geography (cities) of Ireland, comprehensive knowledge of the national history of Ireland as well as basic medical knowledge and basic abilities concerning heart and circulation problems, dehydration and healthy lifestyle.
- For dance masters there are the following requirements for obtaining the certificate Máistir na Rince Gaelacha [M.R.G.]:
- Extended knowledge concerning the organisation and the history of Irish dancing and background information about Irish history, culture and language.
- Theoretical knowledge of the motions and combinations for open dances and practical capability to teach correct techniques for their execution as well as to note, to identify correctly and to correct problems concerning this.
- Elaboration of traditional and modern choreographies for solo, group, and show dances for all performance levels.
- Knowledge of at least one open solo dance of each category with 48 bars minimum and at least one open set dance of each category as well as all 350 traditional céilí dances, all ten traditional solo set dances, all ten historical social set dances and all 150 traditional social set dances.
- Capability to direct any inhomogeneous group and to teach them any basic, primary, main or open solo dance. Capability to promote pupils individually and to train them towards supreme performance.
- Capability to direct any group at dance events in céilí dancing.
- Basic knowledge of laws relating to the internet and of the language (simple colloquial language, basics of the grammar) and geography (regions, gaeltacht) of Ireland and the current situation of politics and dance in Ireland.
- In order to evaluate the adjudicating capability of adjudicators on an objective basis, a certification examination may be held. Objects of scrutiny are both specialist knowledge as well as the capability to objectively evaluate dancers in a contest in comparison to each other having regard to their actually shown technical-artistic performance.
- The theoretical part of the examination is carried out as oral and written test. The practical part of the examination consists of observing and evaluating an adjudicator in a regular competition.
- For adjudicators there are the following requirements for obtaining the certificate Giúróir na Rince Gaelacha [G.R.G.]:
- Exact theoretical knowledge like group heads of all levels.
- Exact theoretical knowledge of the difficulty and performance levels as well as of the competition and adjudication system.
- Practical capability to identify heard rhythms.
- Practical capability to recognise the quality of a dancer's timing and to evaluate it in comparison to other dancers.
- Practical capability to recognise the quality of a dancer's posture, stylistics and technique and to evaluate it in comparison to other dancers.
- In order to evaluate the capability of musicians to play live music for competitions on an objective basis, a certification examination may be held. Objects of scrutiny are both repertoire as well as the capability to play with correct, constant tempo and clear rhythm over longer periods.
- The theoretical part of the examination is carried out as performance of all required melodies and rhythms. The practical part of the examination consists of observing and evaluating a musician in a regular competition.
- For feis musicians there are the following requirements for obtaining the certificate Ceoltóir na bhFeiseanna [C.F.]:
- Sufficient repertoire of reels, single, double and slip jigs as well as hornpipes for Irish solo dances.
- Sufficient repertoire of melodies in all rhythms used for Irish group dances.
- Full repertoire of all special melodies needed for solo sets and céilí dances.
- Practical capability to identify heard rhythms.
- Practical capability to play a clear rhythm and correct timing steadily with the necessary speeds.
- In order to evaluate the capability of first-aid workers to care for dancers in training, at performances and competitions on an objective basis, a certification examination may be held. Objects of scrutiny are prophylaxis, diagnosis, first treatment and aftercare of injuries.
- The theoretical part of the examination is carried out as oral and written test. The practical part of the examination is carried out using simulated injuries and real injuries occurring during a sufficient test period.
- For feis first-aid workers there are the following requirements for obtaining the certificate Garchabhróir na bhFeiseanna [G.F.]:
- Exact theoretical medical knowledge like group heads of all levels.
- Good practical medical abilities like group heads of all levels.
- Graduation examinations for Beginner grade can be held by L.R.G., up to Advance grade by O.R.G., up to Regarded grade by T.R.G. and up to Master grade by M.R.G. and G.R.G..
- Certification examinations can be held by any certified group head up to and including their own level.
- The certification examination of a G.R.G. is held by three T.R.G., M.R.G. or G.R.G., of whom at least one must be M.R.G. and one should be G.R.G..
- The certification examination of a C.F. is held by one T.R.G., M.R.G., G.R.G. or C.F..
- The certification examination of a G.F. is held by one T.R.G., M.R.G., G.R.G. or G.F..
- The secretariat may appoint persons as experts independent of their membership in the organisation, if they have proven their expertise by their practical work. This status must be confirmed by the general meeting of all members in order to be valid.
- Experts have the right to hold all graduation and certification examinations without assistance.
- Certifications and the expert status can be revoked by the secretariat if abused.
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| Principles |
| De-Commercialisation |
| The centre of attention is the dance, not the business with it! |
| Freedom of access |
| IDN competitions are open to all, independent of school and organisation membership. |
| Freedom of choice |
| IDN group heads allow their dancers free choice of teacher and renounce transfer rules. |
| Freedom of usage |
| IDN choreographies are allowed to be used freely, in so far as the purpose is not predominantly financial gain. Dance is free! |
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| Authenticity |
| The IDN view on dancing is based on the entire Irish dancing tradition. Modern mixing with other dance forms is regarded as legitimate; however it is strictly distinguished from traditional Irish dance. |
| Scientific rigour |
| The IDN standards for dance, examinations and competitions are based on historical facts and scientific analysis. |
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