• Book your workshop today!

      Tyler can provide workshops for both competitive, performance, and recreational purposes.

    • Types of Workshops

      There are a variety of options when booking a workshop! Our workshop can focus on one of all of these options.

      Technique

       

       

      Technique work is vital for dancers of all skill levels! Breaking movements down to their most basic form allows dancers to focus in on their fundamentals and basics.

       

       

      Competitive

       

       

      I believe that every movement in a step

      should be with intention. By breaking down

      each step and going through each movement, dancers can transition from knowing their steps

      to owning them.

       

      Performance

       

      Whether it's a competition or a show,

      Irish dancing should always be performed!

      Our workshop can have an emphasis on projecting to the entire audience and having

      stage presence! Along with cleaning up competitive material, I can also do the

      same with performance material!

       

      Fusion

       

      There are so many connections between Irish dance and other rhythmic dance forms such as tap and body percussion.

      By teaching some of these combinations, dancers gain a better understanding

      of rhythm and timing.

      It's also a great way to "mix it up"!

       

    • What My Clients Are Saying!

      "The workshop with Tyler was amazing!
      He is such a rare talent and the opportunity to work with him was such a thrill for my dancers.
      He has so much energy and he kept the dancers actively engaged and focused the entire time. They learned so much about performance, technique, and creativity, and he provided them with the beginning's of a great new performance piece. They had a blast working with Tyler and want to know when he will be back!"

      Maggie Fitzpatrick Guenther T.C.R.G.

      Fitzpatrick School of Irish Dance

      "We are so grateful for the time that Tyler spent with our dancers. He is an inspiring, motivating teacher, and watching his creative process was amazing!"

      Katie Stephens Spangler

      Rince na Chroi Irish Dancers, St. Paul, MN

    • Competitive Dance Background

      1999-2014

      Trinity Academy of Irish Dance

      1999-2002

      I began taking up Irish dance at the age of 8, following in my older sister's footsteps. After my first year of instruction, I qualified for my first regional championships.

      Anam Mor School Irish Dance & Music

      2002-2009

      Located in Northern suburbs of Chicago, my family decided to transfer to Anam Mor because of its proximity to our home. During my time at Anam Mor, I was taught by ADCRG Amy Moran and TCRG Colleen Martin. Additionally, I was granted my own creative input towards my choreography at an early age.

      Trinity Academy of Irish Dance

      2009-2014

      During my first year in college, Anam Mor closed its doors for financial reasons, which lead to my decision to transfer back to my original school. I made this decision for its teaching, performance, and competitive opportunities, along with creative freedom towards my own choreography.

    • Competitive Accolades

      World Champion

      2013

      • 4-time Silver Medalist
      • 2-time Bronze Medalist
      • 11-time World Championship Top 5
      • 13-time World Championship medalist
      • Self-choreographed material

      All-Ireland Champion

      2007, 2008

      • 4-time Silver Medalist
      • 2-time Bronze Medalist
      • 9-time All-Ireland Top 5
      • Self-choreographed material

      All-Scotland Champion

      2004, 2013

      • 2013 Senior Men's Title Winner
      • Self-choreographed material

      Great Britain Champion

      2004

      North American National Champion

      2005, 2008

      • 2-time Silver Medalist
      • 2-time Bronze Medalist
      • 8-time Top 5
      • Self-choreographed material

      Mid-American Regional Champion

      2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2012, 2013, 2014

      • 2013 & 2014 Senior Men's Title Winner
      • Self-choreographed material

    • Education Background

      Degree in Education at Loyola University Chicago

      As a recent graduate of Loyola University Chicago, I have earned a Bachelor's Degree of Science in Education with an endorsement in Mathematics. Earning this degree has helped me connect more with the people around me, become more aware of social issues in the world, and enhance my pursuit of more knowledge and understanding.

      Certification in U.S. SafeSport 2022

    • Certification in U.S. Center for SafeSport

      Completed in September of 2022

      The U.S. Center for SafeSport is an independent nonprofit committed to building a sport community where participants can work and learn together free of emotional, physical and sexual abuse and misconduct. Explore our site for training resources, help and best practices for coaches, parents, athletes, youth and amateur sports organizations in creating your SafeSport environment.

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