ALEX (ELSIE / FREYA)

“ Love love loved the show! Thanks for another wonderful one. The girls were so energised by it and proud to be able to show what they had learned. Plus Patrick and I were so impressed with what your teaching gives all of the girls - of all ages. Seeing the older girls using their bodies in such a powerful and confident way yet not being overly controlling or perfectionist- is exactly the kind of context we want our girls to grow up in. Thank you and congratulations!”

ANNE (CATHERINE)

“Thank you so much for the fantastic show. We loved watching our Catherine on the stage. We are just thrilled with your lessons. All the girls were fantastic and we loved the whole show. We could have easily stayed for the next show too. The older girls were just brilliant! Thank you for all your efforts.”

YASMIN (PORTIA)

“Isabelle you deserve an award from the city for helping all those girls and young women dance with such exuberance and self confidence. All of them. It was so amazing to see them all up there on Sunday, just wonderful. I was saying to my husband how important dance is, that the girls have an outlet to perform and feel comfortable moving within their emotions and also to express themselves like that is just as important as any competitive sport in a child's life. It's not easy. They were superstars and I think you teach it brilliantly. Porsche loves it!”

ANDREA (JULIETTE)

“A quick note to congratulate you on the great show you and your team put on last night. It was a lovely evening of dance and the  girls were all wonderful. Well done!”

SARAH (CLODAGH)

“We were delighted Clodagh, who started dancing aged 3- to see the confidence of her and her friends on Sunday was just wonderful and also the view into the future with the older girls. Clodagh thought they were fantastic.”

JUDITH CONNOLLY -
MOTHER OF EAVAN AND LIADH O’TOOLE

“My daughters went to Isabelle school of dance from age 4/5. My eldest is now 21...Both of them adored the classes and especially the nature of Isabelle’s teaching- which was always natural, inclusive, highly skilled but always encouraging and so welcoming to all levels of ability-My girls still say it was their most enjoyable extracurricular activity-I have two very different daughters- and I know that each had a particular relationship with Isabelle’s ballet class that was so right for each of them- Isabelle has a particular way in which every child feels that they are very important in her class and in all their performances, and she is simply a credit to the best dance teaching that is actually available in Dublin -She is just a ‘one in a million’ lady, a super teacher and a brilliant motivational person to young people in so many ways.”

UNA SALISBURY (MOTHER OF ROSE, ALICE AND MARTHA)

“All three of my daughters now aged 8, 10 and 12 have been going to Isabelle’s classes from the age of 3.  They love the classes and although they have taken on other extracurricular activities over the years they will never give up on ballet!  They not only learn the basic skills of ballet, they are also exposed to a range of different dance styles, become much more flexible, and develop both body and personal confidence.  
Isabelle and Jenny are so caring and kind to the girls, they are like friends and confidantes and interested in all they do. Throughout  the pandemic, Isabelle’s ballet classes have been the only active extracurricular that the girls have been able to continue with so their skills and flexibility haven’t regressed at all.”  
 

JANE. (LEAH, GEORGINA & CHLOE)

“What can I say about Isabelle Ashe’s ballet school? It has been a lifeline during this pandemic. My kids always loved ballet with Isabelle and Jenny, but seeing them dancing during the lockdown in the kitchen was a delight! Thank you for everything”

MARGARITE (ELLA)

“My daughter Ella has been with Isabelle Ashe School of Dance from the age of 6, she is now 17 and her experience has always been positive and rewarding. Isabelle is such an inspirational teacher and her kindness and professionalism are outstanding. My daughter has become the confident young woman she is today due to her love of ballet and dance. The school offers students a range of dance styles and the opportunity to perform at various times throughout the year. The atmosphere is friendly and teachers inspire students to achieve their goals. I highly recommend this ballet school for all the support and encouragement given to each individual child.”

EAVAN

“I danced with Isabelle from when I was 7 to 17 some of my happiest memories come from those classes. They allowed for everyone to express their creativity, feel apart of a team and learn to dance! It’s more like a family.”

CASS (16 YEARS)

“The Isabelle Ashe School of Dance has offered me a wide range of dance styles and has encouraged, supported and challenged me to dance to a high standard.”

JUSTINE (ALEX & EVE)

“My two daughters have been going to the Isabelle Ashe Dance Studios for the last 3 years and love it. As well as learning a strong technique, they have fun and enjoy every class. The teachers are very positive and encouraging, helping the kids work towards either exams or the amazing end of year shows. We are very lucky to have such a fantastic local dance school.”

ASTA MULLAN - MUM OF INTERMEDIATE STUDENT, EMILY

“Isabelle & Jenny put huge effort into caring for and motivating their students, to make a really fun dance learning environment.... as well as achieving progress on the more academic side of dance.”

MARY PAULA (SIMONE & SOPHIA)

“I cannot recommend Isabelle school of dance highly enough.
My younger daughter started 4 years ago and enjoyed it so much that her older sister asked if she could give it a try. She immediately fell in love with ballet and was asking to do a second class after a year. It is such a pleasure to see the enthusiasm and joy it brings both my daughters . Isabelle takes such an interest in all her students and seems to have a special connection with them as do Jenny and Lisa. Their hard work and love of ballet and dance pass on to the students through their teaching. Isabelle has presented wonderful shows with beautiful costumes which is a wonderful experience for the girls.”

NATALIA ( MALENA, ADRIANA & MILA)

“My three girls have all trained at Isabelle Ashe Dance Studios over the years and absolutely adore it! Not only do they love the diversity of the dance lessons, meeting new people and receiving their certificates but it has also helped them grow and develop their confidence, which becomes evident when they perform for their extended family in the National Concert Hall each year without hesitation. The girls all adore Isabelle and look forward to dance every week. We couldn’t recommend Isabelle Ashe Dance Studio highly enough.”

AOIFE (MARIANNE & ROMY)

“My daughters love Isabelle’s classes, and it’s been lovely watching their skills develop from tiny tots in tutus to elegant dancers at the barre. Isabelle and Jenny have a lovely way with the kids, and there’s a great range of dance and musical skills taught.

KATHLEEN (CARRIE)

“My daughter has been with Isabelle’s dance school for the past seven years since she was six years old. During that time, she has enjoyed learning lots of different forms of dance, such as ballet, tap, modern and contemporary. Her highlights include the end of year shows in the National Concert Hall which Isabelle and her team put so much effort into planning and it is a great display of what the students have learned during the year. The quality of teaching is excellent and Isabelle has a great rapport with the students and has created a wonderful environment for them to make friends, develop and be creative.”

JENNY ADAMS (ORLA)

“Since my daughter first started ballet with Isabelle nearly 5 years ago, she’s thoroughly enjoyed every class and performance. Isabelle and Jenny are incredibly professional and really tailor the lessons and routines to the girls interests and tastes”.

ALISON (CLARE)

“My daughter has been doing ballet with Isabelle for the past 5 years since she was 3 years old, and absolutely loves the classes. Isabelle is constantly encouraging and creates a warm, fun and relaxed environment whilst also bringing out the best in her students. Over the past year, Isabelle’s commitment and dedication have meant the classes have not only adapted and kept going but remain thoroughly engaging and enjoyable despite not being able to dance together in the same room.”

HILARY

“Our daughter has attended the Isabelle Ashe School of Dance for over a decade. It is testament to Isabelle and the other teachers that her enthusiasm remains primed.”

STEPHANIE, MUM OF A 9 YR OLD

“Isabelle and Jenny are wonderful, professional and fun teachers. My daughter loves going to ballet class every week!

SARAH ( CLODAGH)

“Isabelle has given our daughter a magical introduction to the world of ballet. She seamlessly transitioned our then 3-year-old to engage fully in zoom ballet classes, which still amazes us. Thank you Isabelle and the team for providing a wonderful platform for our little girl to grow and learn within this beautiful art.”