Lasta Dance
Set dancing, céilí and sean nós in Dublin with Louise O'Connor
Lasta Dance teaches Irish traditional dancing at The Cobblestone Pub on King Street North in Smithfield, Dublin.
Photo: Lasta Dance via Google
Before your first class
Beginner classes are designed to be accessible with no experience needed; the teaching style is clear and engaging.
Drop-in: €12 (beginners), €14 (improvers); 6-week course: €65 (beginners), €75 (improvers); 4-week course also available
About this studio
Lasta Dance teaches Irish traditional dancing at The Cobblestone Pub on King Street North in Smithfield, Dublin. The studio runs weekly drop-in classes and structured courses in set dancing at both beginner and improver levels. Drop-in classes cost €12 for beginners and €14 for improvers, with a 6-week course priced at €65 for beginners and €75 for improvers. A new 4-week beginner course begins on July 13th.
Louise O'Connor is a traditional Irish fiddle player, sean nós dancer and céilí dance instructor who grew up immersed in Irish music and dance in County Clare. She trained as a yoga teacher in India, studied Psychology at university, and holds an MA in Transcultural European Outdoor Studies with a focus on group facilitation. She has facilitated groups in diverse settings including prisons, outdoor education centres, GAA clubs and autism services. She teaches sean nós and céilí dancing in schools and in the Irish language, and has performed and taught across England, Germany, Norway and the USA.
Beyond regular classes, Lasta Dance hosts Céilí Club events—immersive live music and céilí dance evenings described by Culture Ireland as 'innovative' and one of the highlights of emerging Irish voices. These events can be tailored for weddings, hen parties and tour groups. They feature top-class live music from Ireland's traditional musicians, dance performances of sean nós or old-style Irish dances, and simple group céilí dances that welcome all participants. Inclusive céilí events can accommodate individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities, autism, mobility issues and visual impairments.
The name 'Lasta' means 'alight' or 'aglow' in Irish, reflecting the mission to keep the flame of Irish music and dance traditions alive through community. Louise performs as part of Lasta, a five-piece traditional Irish band that plays for live dance events at festivals and private functions. She is trusted by organisations including the London Irish Centre, Richmond Barracks and the Irish Museum of Modern Art to create welcoming, inclusive dance experiences. The studio also offers Dance for Wellbeing workshops incorporating yoga, dance and mindfulness, developed through 10 years of work in special needs services, the prison service and youth mental health.
What to expect
Your first visit
Drop-in classes at The Cobblestone welcome all levels with a different set dance covered each week. Beginners start with fundamentals; improvers move at a faster pace. Classes are taught by Louise with a clear, engaging style that makes céilí dancing accessible whether you have experience or not.
Instructors
Who teaches here
Louise O'Connor teaches all classes. She is a traditional Irish fiddle player, sean nós dancer and céilí dance instructor trained in yoga, mindfulness and outdoor facilitation, with 10+ years of group work in special needs, prison and youth mental health services.
New to dancing?
What beginners can expect
Beginner classes are designed to be accessible with no experience needed; the teaching style is clear and engaging.
Studio history
Louise O'Connor grew up in the Burren, County Clare, immersed in Irish music and dance from birth. Her mother taught her and her siblings set dancing steps as soon as they could walk. She went on to study Psychology at university and work in intellectual disability and autism services, then trained abroad as a yoga teacher, céilí caller, and outdoor instructor, gaining an MA in Outdoor Education. She has taught céilí dancing internationally in England, Germany, Norway and the USA before establishing Lasta Dance in Dublin.
Styles offered
5 dance styles taught here
Gallery
The people, the parties and the dancing here
Pricing
Approximate lesson costs
Class schedule
Weekly classes and workshops
Lasta Dancehasn't set up a public class schedule yet.
If you own Lasta Dance, claiming the studio lets you add a public schedule in about 2 minutes. A free Google Calendar is the easiest path — visitors see your class times inline + can add events to their own calendar.
Frequently asked about Lasta Dance
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does Lasta Dance teach?
Lasta Dance teaches General, Set dancing, Céilí dancing, Sean nós, Dance for Wellbeing. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is Lasta Dance located?
Lasta Dance is located in TP22. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Lasta Dance offer private lessons?
Contact Lasta Dance directly to ask about private lessons and current class options — their website has the latest details.
Does Lasta Dance teach kids and adults?
Lasta Dance welcomes students of varied ages and experience levels. Contact the studio to learn which classes fit your age group and level.
How do I sign up for classes at Lasta Dance?
The fastest path is to visit Lasta Dance via their website or check the class schedule above. Many studios offer a free or discounted intro lesson — contact them directly to ask.