Why Small Businesses Matter in Danbury: Ashurst Academy of Irish Dance

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Three questions with Christina and Craig, owners of Ashurst Academy of Irish Dance.

Why did you start your business?

As a newly married husband and wife team, having settled in CT after finishing up our tour with Riverdance, we were excited to share our passion of Irish dance with our local community and the next generation of dancers. We gained our teaching certification through Dublin, Ireland and now teach beginner through championship classes as well as teams for ages 4 and up in Newtown, Danbury and Southbury, CT. Since opening in 2016, we have already gained competitive success with our students as well including qualifiers for the World Irish Dance Championships. 

What is your best selling product/service?

Our classes start as young as 4 years old, a group we call our "Little Shamrockers." Seeing dancers come in tentatively and nervous during their first week of classes as a four-year-old and then getting to watch them grow, flourish and mature as dancers for years to come is a wonderful and special journey to be a part of. We're grateful to be able to bring our knowledge and expertise to the area. 

How many local businesses do you use to support your business (products and services) and can you name them?

Our Danbury classes take place in the Danbury War Memorial which is a fantastic venue and a key landmark of Danbury. We are thankful to be able to teach there and be part of its history. We also use local vendors for team merchandise including Newtown Apparel Company who do a wonderful job! 
 
Ashurst Academy of Irish Dance offers Irish dance classes in Newtown, Danbury and Southbury, Connecticut for ages 4+. Visit them online here.
 
HamletHub thanks Fairfield County Bank for making our Why Small Businesses Matter series possible! 
 
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