The WPDA is based in Dublin and is the largest and most evolving Ballroom, Latin, Hip-Hop and Breaking Dance Academy in Ireland. We have classes and lessons suitable for tiny tots from age 2.5yrs until forever – our age range only stops when you do!
Our classes cater for both solo and partnership dance training and for those who have a competitive spirit we provide opportunities to compete at both National and International level tournaments.
Here at WPDA we work with a team of both home grown teachers all of whom have achieved worldwide results, ranking and recognition for their dance training. In addition we are lucky to have a wide network of international coaches who work with us on a regular basis both in Dublin and in international locations.
Our weekly classes include Ballroom & Latin training for both adults and children; Hip Hop & Breaking for Children, Physical training for all, Ballroom & Latin competitive practice sessions. We also run regular workshops throughout the year which are open to all.
So whether you are looking to compete, try something new or find a new hobby for your little ones then come along and try a class.
A gentle introduction to music, rhythm and movement for our smallest dancers aged 2–5 years. Fun, friendly and formative.
Age 2–5 yrs
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Ballroom & Latin
Beginner and competitive classes for children and adults. Solo and partnership training available. Compete nationally and internationally.
All Ages
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Hip Hop & Breaking
Street dance styles including Hip Hop, Breaking, Jazz Funk, Jazz Modern, Acro, Waacking and classic dance for children.
Children
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Adult Classes
Beginner adult classes for solo and couples. No partner needed — solo men available. Wednesday & Saturday sessions.
Adults
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Competitive Training
Advanced competitive level classes, practice sessions and private lessons for those seeking to compete at national and international level.
All Levels
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Private & Wedding
Private lessons for individuals, couples and those preparing for their first wedding dance. Tailored to your goals and timeline.
On Request
The Academy's vision is to enter into a partnership with parents and older dancers to nurture and bring out the best in every student, enabling each and every one of them to achieve their full potential.
A caring and happy atmosphere where aspiring dancers can flourish — world-class teaching, team emphasis, reigning Irish Champions.
We have a full range of classes for all ages and abilities from brand new beginners to those dancers who wish to compete for both fun and sport.
Age 2–5 yrs
Baby Ballroom
Our Baby Ballroom class is really popular & is suitable for age 2yrs–5yrs old boys and girls and is a great way for little ones to start learning music and rhythm in a small, friendly setting.
Under 16
Beginner Children
Our beginner classes are Wednesday & Saturday for any children under age 16 who want to start their dance journey.
Adults
Beginner Adults
Our beginner Adult classes are suitable for solo and couples so you can learn to dance whether you have a partner or not. And yes we have some solo men available to dance with.
Advanced
Competitive & Private
Competitive level classes, Practice sessions, Private Lessons & Wedding Lessons are also available for those ready to take their dancing to the next level.
For class enquiry contact the school via our Facebook page or Instagram page through the link below. Alternatively you can drop into studio any evening or weekend and a member of our team will be happy to assist you.
We are based in Dublin, Ireland. Drop into our studio any evening or weekend and a member of our team will be happy to assist you with class decisions, payments, lessons, shoes, dresses and much more.
For specific location enquiries, contact us via WhatsApp, Facebook or Instagram.
Privacy Policy
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Achievements & Updates
News & Success
December 2025
2026 Enrollment Open!
Enrollment for 2026 classes is now open! We have a huge range of classes for all ages, levels and abilities – for couples and solos. Our 'Baby Ballroom' is suitable for 2yrs up to 5yrs of age and is a great way to introduce music, dance, coordination and listening skills to Children – Wednesday 5.30pm…
WDSF European Championships Youth Standard, Burgas – Bulgaria
On December 13th, Irish top Youth couple represented Ireland at the World Championships Youth Standard event. Manu and Sinead have had a fantastic year and thoroughly deserved to represent Ireland at this championship against the best couples in Europe! They reached the finals…
WDSF World Solo Championships Standard, Sarajevo – Bosnia and Herzegovina 2025
Our top Solo girls travelled to Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, for the World Solo Standard Championship 2025. In Youth category, Lauren O'Dwyer became 14th dancer in the World! – competing against 55 best athletes from across the globe…
We were very proud to host our 3rd WDSF event here in Ireland. We were overwhelmed with support we received from our international friends and colleagues and very excited to welcome new countries and competitors to our 2025 event. It was the very first…
Our team travelled to Spain for our 4th year in a row attending this fantastic event. A big thank you to Siscu and Marius for yet another great time. It's always a great weekend to be part of and our dancers enjoy the experience year after year…
WDSF World Championships Standard, Elblag – Poland 2025
Irish top Youth couple – Juan Manuel and Sinead, competed at the World Youth Standard Championships 2025. They achieved 30th place from 58 couples from 34 countries! They also placed 6th (finalist position) in WDSF Open Standard…
Exciting News from WPDA! We are proud to announce the launch of our Primary School Affiliation Programme! For the 2025 school year, WPDA will be partnering with Polska Szkoła Altogether (Tallaght & Kildare Town) and Scoil Mhuire Senior School Newbridge…
Nicole Rafter, one of our top athletes, competed at The German Open 2025. Nicole has worked extremely hard over past few months with a clear goal of becoming a finalist at this competition, known worldwide as one of the toughest. Nicole successfully achieved this goal…
Juan Manuel and Sinead, having only started their partnership a few months ago, competed at the World Youth Latin Championship 2025. This was an exciting adventure to travel across the world and compete against world class athletes, achieving 26th place…
World Youth 10 Dance Championships, Bremen – Germany, June 2025. Juan Manuel and Sinead competed at the World Championship Youth 10 Dance 2025. Competing against national champions from 25 countries, they achieved excellent 15th position in their first time out…
WDSF World Championships Solo Latin, Recognised by IOC – 2025
Congratulations to Lyndsey Kowal McDonagh and Nicole Rafter who took part in Open events with great success! Exceptional congratulations to Nicole, who competed in the WDSF World Solo Latin Championships against 124 competitors from over 20 different countries…
Congratulations to all our Winners, Finalists and Competitors who took part in The Fingal Open 2025. Winners: Couples Youth S Class Standard & Youth Latin – Juan Manuel Antofie Morar & Sinead Doyle. Juvenile D Standard & Latin + Juvenile 1 All…
Our team traveled to Zagreb for what is now our 3rd year attending this fantastic competition. A big thank you to Tomislav Valdec and Dragana Majcen for yet another great event. We had many successes at this year's competition…
Congratulations to all our Winners, Finalists and Competitors who took part in The Dublin Open Championships 2025. Thank you to our hosts – Viva School of Dance! Winners: Couples Youth, Under21 and Adult S Class Standard & Youth Latin – Juan Manuel Antofie & Sinead Doyle…
We pride ourselves in having a truly international and diverse team, with each bringing their unique experiences and skillset to the Academy.
Garda Vetted
First Aid Trained
Child Protection Certified
All of our teaching staff are Garda vetted, first aid trained and child protection certified – we place a big emphasis on ensuring our studio is a safe space for all dancers, parents and visitors.
Wojtek Potaszkin
Director & Principal Teacher
Wojtek is the Director and Principal Teacher at WPDA. He started his dance journey as a little boy in Poland, competing successfully and reaching the finals of all major competitions. Upon moving to Ireland in 2009, he quickly ranked as the best dancer and competed internationally representing the country across Europe and USA. In 2017, Wojtek was awarded with the highest grades in his professional Standard and Latin exams. In 2020, he received the World DanceSport Federation Adjudicator Licence – the highest judging license for DanceSport competitions around the world. He has starred in a number of TV commercials and appeared on Irish TV shows. When not working, he enjoys going for challenging runs and wouldn't say no to a good ol' Sunday roast!
Elaine O'Dwyer
Ballroom & Latin Teacher
Elaine has been involved with ballroom dancing since age 8 having danced & competed throughout that time. Elaine has a BA degree in Business Studies and 20 years experience in the finance industry. She has been working with WPDA for over 10 years originally as a dancer and now as a teacher. In that time Elaine has won national titles in both UK and Ireland in adult & senior categories. Having completed her teaching qualifications Elaine now teaches classes within our academy across all levels. Elaine places a big focus on adult classes to help adults overcome any fears of learning to dance or returning to dancefloor as an older competitor.
Sinead Doyle
Ballroom & Latin Coach
Sinead is a seasoned competitor and coach at WPDA, bringing over 13 years of dedication to the world of dance. With 4 years of coaching experience in both Standard and Latin disciplines, she's known for her dynamic teaching style and passion for performance. Her competitive journey has earned her numerous national and international titles, showcasing her talent at premier World DanceSport Federation events across the globe. Beyond the competition floor, Sinead has graced television screens and stages through a wide range of shows and showcases. She also serves as a creative force behind WPDA's team choreography, crafting standout performances for events and community festivals.
Volodymyr Belei
Ballroom Coach
Volodymyr is a WDSF licensed adjudicator, choreographer and dance educator with over 30 years of teaching experience, working with both children and adults. After graduating from college and university with a degree in choreography, he dedicated his life to the dance world. His career includes training beginners as well as coaching competitive dancers to the highest levels. In Ukraine, he achieved significant success as a coach and leader in the dance industry, and now brings the same passion to Ireland.
Zhenya Kovalenko
HipHop & Breaking Teacher
Recent addition to the team, Zhenya brings 26 years of dance experience to the studio and has a range of dance skills including HipHop, Breaking, Jazz Funk, Jazz Modern, Acro, Waacking and classic dance. We look forward to new seasons ahead to see what exciting new attributes he will bring to the school.
Elena Konopljova
Fitness Coach
Elena is a highly qualified physical training instructor (spin classes, body pump classes, strength and conditioning, step aerobics), Personal trainer, Yoga teacher, Bodybuilding coach – with many years of experience. She will provide coaching for our dancers to help with strength, stamina, flexibility and cardio fitness.
Cathy Caulfield
Studio Manager
Cathy has over 15 years' experience in the dance industry as both dance parent and as manager of our studio. Having previously worked in childcare industry, Cathy has almost 10 years experience in the financial services industry and is QFA Financial Advisor qualified. Cathy is the first person many of our new students and parents meet and is always available to help with class decisions, payments, lessons, shoes, dresses and much more. As studio manager she takes care of all studio rentals, marketing, payments & billing, lesson scheduling and teaching schedules. Cathy is also a dedicated and professional dance mom so there is no competition question she cannot answer.
LesleyAnn Jones
Child Liaison Officer
LesleyAnn is our designated Child Liaison Person with over 15 years' experience working as a childcare professional. She manages all the teaching staff requirements to ensure everyone is up to date with relevant Garda Vetting, Child protection training and First Aid. LesleyAnn is available for any questions, concerns or suggestions that parents have to make our studio a safe space for all children and adults to train and enjoy. She has worked tirelessly to ensure we maintain the highest standards in the industry.
Wojtek is from Gdansk, Poland. He started his dance adventure as a little boy in a local school where his mother brought him at the age of 8. He was a successful competitor in Poland reaching the finals of all major competitions including being second in the Polish Championships in his grade.
He came to Ireland in 2009 and started to look for a dance partner immediately. He quickly became the top dancer in Ireland and with great success competed internationally representing Ireland across Europe and USA.
In 2017, Wojtek was awarded with the highest grades in his professional Ballroom and Latin exams and he now proudly holds full Irish National DFI DanceSport Adjudicator Licence. In 2020 he received the World DanceSport Federation Adjudicator Licence – the highest judging license there is for DanceSport competitions around the world.
He has also starred in a number of TV commercials (like Bank of Ireland) and appeared on Irish TV Shows. Each year he receives many national accolades and awards for his dancing and teaching and in 2016 he has been recognised by the DanceSport Federation of Ireland as 'The Best Dancer in Ireland'.
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Attitude
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Passion
Wojtek Potaszkin Dance Academy is built on these 3 core values — not only what drives Wojtek as a dance teacher but something he mentors every dance student to live through.
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Moments in Motion
The Pinnacle Event
The DanceComp
The Irish National DanceSport event calendar is a busy one, but the pinnacle of the dancing year is an event hosted by Wojtek Potaszkin Dance Academy – The DanceComp.
Past National and now an Internationally recognised event, it is being held at the end of November/early December each year and now in its 10th year is a spectacular competition which grows each edition.
The biggest DanceComp held so far was at the amazing venue of the National Basketball Arena as a base for one of the largest gatherings of competitors in Ireland alongside an International panel of top adjudicators from Italy, Slovenia, Russia, Ukraine, Canada, Romania, Poland, Lithuania, Belgium, Portugal, Bulgaria, Germany, Norway, UK, Holland, Northern Ireland and Greece — and also International competitors.
The DanceComp 2020 was a very special one, held LIVE on our YouTube channel. We welcomed and admired live online dancers and adjudicators from 31 dance clubs and 11 countries – Indonesia, Canada, Bulgaria, Poland, Romania, Greece, Ireland, UK, Ukraine, Portugal and Germany.
