Clann Ríoga

Tradition.
Excellence.
Achievement.
Character.
Heart.

Where dancer and family come first.

Welcome to Clann Ríoga USA (formerly Kristin Butke Irish Dance), an international Irish dance school where tradition, world-class training, and community come together.

From a dancer’s very first steps to the championship stage, Clann Ríoga is dedicated to developing confident, passionate dancers while fostering the discipline, friendships, and love of Irish culture that last a lifetime.

With an international teaching team and a growing global community, our dancers train and compete at every level of Irish dance. In the United States, Clann Ríoga is home to an exceptional championship program whose dancers have earned Regional, North American, All-Ireland, and World Championship titles.

We want our dancers to leave after every class feeling challenged and inspired.
– Kristin Butke Zagorski, TCRG, ADCRG
Director of Clann Ríoga USA

Why Irish Dance?

The answer is simple. Its rich history and tradition embody a time when family and community were the core values that bound us together. Irish dancing is about music, choreography and story-telling. Our students are athletes, friends, competitors, scholars, and fierce individuals — but most importantly, they are a community of dancers committed to sharing their art.