Join the growing network of choreographers, dancers, dance companies, arts organisations and individuals who strengthen dance in Ireland, by being a member of Dance Ireland.

Your membership is important. As a member-led organisation, we rely on the support of all our members to ensure our continued success in our efforts to promote and support the development of dance practice in Ireland.

The Dance Ireland membership year runs from June 1st to May 31st of the following year, with our AGM held in the autumn. All members receive a membership card, and have access to a dedicated email contact address. Renewing/new members are urged to complete their membership forms at the earliest opportunity to continue to avail of Dance Ireland activities, benefits and services, and to receive their monthly copy of Dance Ireland News and regular e-bulletin mail-outs.

Membership is open to both individuals and organisations. Our members reflect the full spectrum of activity within the artform, with choreographers, dancers, teachers, students, dance writers, and dance enthusiasts all playing their part. So whether you’re a professional, amateur or supporter, working in or concerned with dance, there’s a place for you here. And as a member of Dance Ireland, you will have access to a range of unique opportunities, services and resources that promote creative, professional and critical engagement in dance, at all levels of interest and participation, and at local, regional, national and international levels.

There are five membership categories, outlined here.