About De Barra Academy of Irish Dance
DeBarra Academy of Irish Dance, located in Manhattan Beach, offers classes for all ages, from tiny tots (3 years old) to adults. The academy provides a supportive environment where students can learn and improve their Irish dance skills. The community-oriented academy, led by a dedicated teacher, focuses on teaching hard work and perseverance in a fun and nurturing atmosphere. With a dance supply store on site and opportunities for performances, DeBarra Academy has become a beloved institution for many families. Parents and students alike praise the teacher's expertise, kindness, and commitment to each student's growth, making DeBarra Academy a warm and welcoming place to learn and grow.
The instructor has high energy and is very encouraging with the students! She is able to meet every child at their level and help them improve so much!
De Barra Academy has been a gift to our family since our daughter met Tara through an after school program and fell in love with Irish Dance (and Ms. Tara). That was almost six years ago now and she hasn’t wavered from her desire to go to class and work hard to improve. This is a testament to Tara and the community she has created through the love she puts into teaching our kids. DBA is a family!
My daughter has been taking Irish Dance at DBA for the last year and a half & loves it! Her teacher, Tara, is fantastic & my daughter adores her! She really cares about each student & ensures that they are well prepared before they begin competing! Tara is committed to teaching her students the importance of hard work & perseverance in a fun and supportive environment. We feel so lucky to have found Tara & to be a part of the wonderful DBA community she has created!