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| Rules |
| Open rules platform of Irish Dancing Net. |
| The constitution of IDN defines the organisational foundations of the network. It regulates the co-operation of the members and the definition of standards. Rules necessary for legal reasons due to laws in force at the seat of IDN in Germany are included as well. |
The definition of difficulty or performance levels of solo dancing marks out the frame for performance requirements in examinations and competitions. IDN uses the following performance levels:
- Basic Level - Bun Grád
- Primary Level - Tús Grád
- Main Level - Meán Grád
- Open Level - Ard Grád
The examination rules provide general standards for dancer graduation and for group head and adjudicator certification.
IDN provides for the following dancer grades:
- Beginner Dancer [I.B.D.]
- Novice Dancer [I.N.D.]
- Intermediate Dancer [I.I.D.]
- Advanced Dancer [I.A.D.]
- Regarded Dancer [I.R.D.]
- Expert Dancer [I.E.D.]
- Champion Dancer [I.C.D.]
- Master Dancer [I.M.D.]
IDN provides for the following teaching and adjudication entitlements:
- Dance Trainer - Lámhadóir le Rince Gaelach [L.R.G.]
- Dance Instructor - Oide le Rince Gaelach [O.R.G.]
- Dance Teacher - Teagascóir le Rince Gaelach [T.R.G.]
- Dance Master - Máistir le Rince Gaelach [M.R.G.]
- Adjudicator - Giúróir le Rince Gaelach [G.R.G.]
The competition rules provide general standards for organising of and participating in competitions and for adjudicating dancers. |
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| Principles |
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| De-Commercialisation |
| The centre of attention is the dance, not the business with it! |
| Freedom of access |
| IDN competitions are open to all, independent of school and organisation membership. |
| Freedom of choice |
| IDN group heads allow their dancers free choice of teacher and renounce transfer rules. |
| Freedom of usage |
| IDN choreographies are allowed to be used freely, in so far as the purpose is not predominantly financial gain. Dance is free! |
| Authenticity |
| The IDN view on dancing is based on the entire Irish dancing tradition. Modern mixing with other dance forms is regarded as legitimate; however it is strictly distinguished from traditional Irish dance. |
| Scientific rigour |
| The IDN standards for dance, examinations and competitions are based on historical facts and scientific analysis. |
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