Displayed below are our School Dresses, t-shirt, required shoes, music and accessories
.
Also listed are previously owned items from other McGrath Academy dancers. If you see an item below that you would like to purchase, send an e-mail to the seller listed next to the item. If you wish to list one of your own items for sale, feel free to send the item name, size, current condition, asking price and contact information to Paul.

By listing on this board, seller agrees to inform us when their items are sold so they can be removed. Thank you!

 

Click here for information about ordering the McGrath Academy Jumper

 

Updated April 18, 2011

Shoes for Sale

Item
Description
Seller
Soft Shoes

Fays Soft Shoes Platinum Suede Soles
Size 4 - worn one season/excellent condition $25.00

Wendy: 703-669-9161
clancyking14@yahoo.com

Ghillies Size 7 and 4 - good condition - each pair $30.00

Sandy: Kutyna@cox.net
703-476-6355
Faye's Ghillies, size 4.0M, asking $30

Frances
kurtandfrances@verizon.net
703-595-5501 cell

  Size 2.5 ghillies – fair condition - $10

Size 11 or 12 (US) soft gillies - $10.  - fair condition
Erin:erinstamets@yahoo.com
301-217-0321

Fays Celtic Choice Ghillies - size 2 1/2 - excellent condition $25.00

Michelle: 703-754-8768, kh8768@comcast.net

 

 

....your ad here

Antonio Pacelli Ghillie - size 3 ½, excellent condition (barely used) asking $45

Antonio Pacelli Ghillie - size 1.5 (Europe), asking $25
Rutherford Ghillie - adult size 9, $12
Ghillie - size 5, $35 o.b.o.
Hard Shoes
Hard Shoes Original "Flexi"
Size 4 - worn one season/excellent condition
$70.00
Wendy: 703-669-9161
clancyking14@yahoo.com
Rutherford  (Good Condition) $75.00 size 5 
Sandy: Kutyna@cox.net
703-476-6355
Super-Flexi (Good Condition) $75.00 size 5
Sandy: Kutyna@cox.net
703-476-6355
Size 11 or 12 (US) hard shoes - $40 - good condition
Erin:erinstamets@yahoo.com
301-217-0321

Hard Shoes - probably a size 4 - Best Offer

 

Fay’s Hardshoes size 2 (Europe) – Super Flexi with “high-tech” tips – grey sole Very Good Condition - $65.00

Regina: RegMorgan@comcast.net
240-315-1277

Inishfree Deluxe, Size 2 (Europe), asking $45

Footlight's Hardshoes size 3 1/2 (Europe)  Very good condition.   $75 obo

Sharon: sme928@comcast.net
301-829-6161

Stagestep portable flooring,3 units each sized 3' x 4'. Asking $15 each or all 3 for $40.

Rutherford super flexi black suede soul hardshoe, sz. 6;  excellent condition. asking price $75.00

Lisa: 081mail@comcast.net

Boy's Reel Shoes

Boys Capezio split sole jazz shoe, black, size 12M (youth). Very good condition.   $10.00

Theresa: tbarratt@aol.com
703-791-6873
Boys Danshuz split sole jazz shoe, black, size 13M (youth). New.    $10.00
Theresa: tbarratt@aol.com
703-791-6873
Antonio Pacelli - size 2.5, $30
Darlene :DarleneTeresa7@Gmail.com
540-347-4502 or 540-905-9701
Capezio - size 7.5 adult, like new, $60 shipped
Capezio - size 9 adult, like new, $60 shipped
Practice Shoes
Practice shoes.  Pink.  Good condition.  Size 6/12. $20.

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Costumes for Sale
Item
Description
Seller

Solo Dress

Siopa Rince Hotpink Solo Dress, excellent condition, worn to Worlds in 2007. Approx. Size 10.  Perfect for 9-10 year old Novice or Prizewinner. white-pink polka dot underskirt.  Full stiff cape. Pics available-try on at studio.  Asking $800, but negotiable.  Payment plan accepted with contract.

Tara: tarapedersen@yahoo.com
703-730-4704
Solo Dress, coral/turquoise blue, has stayed within academy, approximately size 8-10, asking $400
Tara: tarapedersen@yahoo.com
703-730-4704

Joe Dyson design Solo Costume.  Excellent condition. Sized for 10-11 year old female.  (mouse over here or here to see photographs)  $750.

Jumpers

McGrath Jumper with all accessories – Size 10 or 12 with lots of let out room. $75

McGrath Jumper with embroidered blouse, headband, bloomers, Size 10-12 - Excellent Condition $65.00

Sandy: Kutyna@cox.net
703-476-6355
Size 8-10 jumper with all accessories (blouse, bloomers, shawl, hairband)  - like new condition - $100.00
Erin:erinstamets@yahoo.com
301-217-0321

 

McGrath Jumper - probably a 10-12? $100 obo
McGrath beginner jumper and accessories.  Size 10.  $100.
Size 12
with size 12 Blouse, Bloomers, Shawl & Headband
Great condition - $120 shipped

Leslie: d_eason@bellsouth.net
(770) 921-2825 (Georgia)

Full Costumes
McGrath Academy Full Costume - about a size 12-14 and should fit a 5 foot dancer. The dress is in great condition and comes with crown and bloomers. It is three years old. Please email with questions, measurements, and more pictures. Asking price is $350.

 

Displayed below are items that members of our School family are in need of.
Please contact the interested party if you are able to help!


By listing on this board, buyer agrees to inform us when their items are found so they can be removed. Thank you!

Wanted
 

Item

Description

Jumper or full dress, apporoximately size 10-12.  Will pick up or pay for shipping. 

Tara: tarapedersen@yahoo.com 703-730-4704.
Hard Shoes size 2 1/2 or 3
Dawn: dbbyers65@yahoo.com 256-658-2246

 

size 12 UK ( approx. 7 1/2 inch ) kids Ghillie soft shoe normal width

size 12 hard shoes

size 4.5 hard shoe. 

hard shoes in size (UK) 1 & (UK) 4; possible size 13.5 & 3.5 if the shoes are well broken in. 
Gale: ericmedd@aol.com (703) 372-1240
Full Costume in a “tween” size 12, 14 or even 16

Donna: dart-hanley@comcast.net (301) 865-0459

Full Dress size 12 or higher

Sharon : sme928@comcast.net (301) 829-6161

 

Solo Dress Solo dress for Champion dancer, Teen/Women's size 6
Katherine : conrfam@aol.com
Adult dress wanted , size 4-6, for an adult, 4' 11 1/2" and 105 pounds
Marie: madinep@aol.com
(571) 434-0045

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McGrath Academy School Costumes

Girls



The Full Costume

(Left)

A custom fit, impeccably tailored full dress, loaded with rhinestones and custom embroidery. Comes with full embroidered shawl, tiara style headband, interior mesh lined "wicking" bodice, and custom venting behind the shawl.

This dress is available to girls of all ages and levels.

Contact us for price and order forms.




The Beginner Jumper
(Right)

An adorable custom sleeveless dress in the McGrath school colors. Adorned with rhinestones and custom embroidery.Comes with embroiderd shawl, bloomers and headband.

This dress is available only to girls under 12. Blouse available separately.

Contact us for price and order forms.




School Logo Dress & Accessory Bags

Kelso Custom Covers is the provider of McGrath Academy dress bags, heavy duffle bags, wig holder bags and shoe / accessory bags.

The McGrath Academy bags are black and include the school logo embroidered in blue and yellow. The dancer can also personalize the bag with their name.

Please visit Kelso Custom Covers to view the varying bag options.

McGrath Academy dancers should place all orders directly with Kelso Custom Covers by phone at (714) 827-7527 and mention the McGrath Academy to receive a special 10% discount per order!


Boys



The Boys' Costume
Custom tailored long sleeve turquoise dress shirt,
tailored black pants and black neck tie with custom embroidered yellow Trinity knot.
Contact us for price and order forms. Please visit Kelso Custom Covers to view the garment
and shoe bag options for boys and men. Don't forget
to mention the McGrath Academy for your 10%
discount!

 

 

 
Accessories

Wigs

Recommended wigs are made by Melanie Murphy
http://www.worldofirishdancing.com/



Below are other styles of wigs. Short lengths and tight 'pipe curls'.
The Megan's or Grainne from Youngblood Haircutters or The Erin from Irish Dance Shop.
Please discuss your decision with an instructor before the final purchase.

The Megan
Double Megan
The Grainne
The Erin



'Poodle socks'


Bumpy knee-high sock for girls competition and performances.

Sock glue

Keep your socks off your ankles!


Hanes 50/50 cotton poly blend. Contact your instructor for price and order forms.


Recommended Music and Where to Purchase

1. One More Time by various artists

2. It’s About Time by Tony Nother
Irish Treasures - www.irishtreasures.com
3. Three Score & Ten by Pat King
4. Tempo 1 or Tempo 2 by Brian Glynn
Celtic Cottage – www. celticottage.com
5. First Step by Chris McLaughlin
Ballinvilla Products - irishshoes.safeshopper.com
6. ‘Step this Way by David Lindquist
Callahan’s Celtic Imports – www.  callahansimports.com 


Dance Shoes

 

 

The Ghillie (girls soft shoe) - A true Irish Ghillie will have four or more side loops (Scottish versions typically only have three).
The Soles
- these can vary from the very basic thick leather sole to the loaded 'black suede flexi-split-cushioned soles'.
Prices range from $30 - $65

**Fays 'Celtic Choice Dance Pumps' girls soft shoe**

www.fayshoes.com

 

The Jig (Hard) shoe - for boys and girls
The Tips and Heels - materials range from basic fiberglass to more expensive composites.
The Soles - these vary from a basic one piece thick leather sole to the fully loaded 'black-suede, flexi, cushioned, split-soles'.
Dancers should choose the one best suited to dancing style and... budget!
Prices range from $110 - $180

**Fays hard shoes (grey or black suede sole)**

www.fayshoes.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Reel shoe (boys soft shoe)
A Capezio jazz style shoe with a dense wood or fiberglass heel. Prices range from $50 - $115

 

Recommended Seamstress

The following seamstress are highly recommended by McGrath Academy, please tell them we sent you!




MCGRATH ACADEMY FULL COSTUMES


McGrath Full Costume Seamstress
B.J. Mason
Rockville, MD
irishseams@hotmail.com

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MCGRATH ACADEMY JUMPER DRESSES AND BOY'S SHIRTS AND VESTS

**double check info**
McGrath Jumper Ebroiderer, Anne Marie Brandow
6479 Lake Meadow Drive
Burke, VA 22015
703-250-6139
 abrandow@cox.net

McGrath Jumper Seamstress, Tahira
3347 Esquarre Court
Woodbridge, VA 22193
703-583-1319
 tahirasarah@yahoo.com


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ALTERATIONS OF ALL MCGRATH AND SOLO COSTUMES

TANG's Alterations
8669 Sudley Road
Manassas, VA 20110
703-393-8458
www.tangsalterations.com





* * * * * IRISH DANCE SHOPPING
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Irish Dance Music & more...

Brand Name Dance Shoes

Fays Shoes ** Required **



Ballinvilla Products http://irishshoes.safeshopper.com/10/cat10.htm?846

Callahan's Celtic Imports http://www.callahansimports.com/dance/dncmusic.htm

Celtic Cottagehttp://www.celticottage.com/products471_0.html

Irish Treasureshttp://www.irishtreasures.com/asp/prodtype.asp?prodtype=36

 

 

Irish Shops

Let each establishment know you are with the McGrath Academy!

The Irish Walk
415 King Street, Alexandria, VA (703) 548-0118

- Carries Antonio Pacelli Shoes & Dance Music (call for prices). The Scoti
43 Main Street # 2, Warrenton, VA 20186 (540) 351-0309.
- Carries Rutherford Shoes & music (call for prices).

Rathuil - All Things Irish
236 East Davis Street, Culpeper, VA (540) 829-6448

Irish Eyes
725 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 (540) 373-0703

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The McGrath Academy of Irish Dance is an accredited school with An Coimisiun le Rinci Gaelacha in Dublin, Ireland and is a member of the Irish Dance Teachers Association of North America and IDTANA Southern Region, Inc. mcgrath academy of irish dance mcgrath academy of irish dance mcgarth iirsh river dance lord of the dance traditional irish dance championships championship dancing dances competition ghillies hard shoes dance shoes ghillie hard shoe dance shoe celtic ireland