Ballet, hip hop, musical theatre & more for ages 2–18+. Award-winning coaching from a studio that's sent dancers to World Championship podiums and the Cork Opera House stage.
World Champions in 2025
World Championship Finalists
Ages Welcomed
Studio Locations Across Cork
ELJ Academy of Dance is run by Eric Whelan and Emma Louise Jupp from our home studio in the Mayfield Industrial Estate, Cork — with classes running seven days a week at locations across the county.
We believe every dancer deserves fun, welcoming lessons and a genuine path to progress. Some of our students have gone on to dance colleges across Cork, the UK and Europe; others train four to six times a week with us on the road to becoming championship performers, professional dancers and qualified teachers.
From a toddler's first steps to championship-ready routines, our class list covers every discipline your dancer wants to explore.
Classical technique, grace & discipline from the very first class.
Song, story and choreography for the stage-loving performer.
High-energy street styles built on rhythm and confidence.
Sharp, current choreography inspired by music videos and stage shows.
Expressive movement that tells a story through emotion.
Rhythm, timing and precision footwork with a live beat.
Flexibility, strength and tricks taught with safety front and centre.
Our competitive speciality — slow & fast freestyle for every age group.
We place every new student by age and ability — book a free trial and we'll find their perfect class.
Most categories have between 50–100 competitors at this event hoping to make the final seven — our dancers train four to six times a week to get there.
— Eric Whelan & Emma Louise Jupp, Owners of ELJ Academy of Dance
Crowned at the World Freestyle Dance Championships across Under 8s to Under 18s categories, from a squad of 19 finalists.
Our ELJ Stage School has staged sold-out shows including "The Greatest Show" and "Better When I'm Dancing."
Back-to-back champions, growing finalist numbers year on year, and alumni training professionally across Europe.
Our home studio is in Mayfield Industrial Estate, with classes running throughout the week at locations across the county.
Spaces for the new term are filling fast. Book a free trial class today and see why ELJ Academy of Dance produces champions — and, more importantly, confident kids who love to dance.
