Newcastle's Premier School
For Competitive & Performance
Irish Dancing

Rory began dancing at the age of three under the guidance of his mother, Lisa McElvogue TCRG. By just ten years old, he had already established himself as a leading talent, becoming a British National Champion, All Scotland Champion, and runner-up at the World Championships.

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He went on to achieve five additional national titles, as well as further Great Britain and All Scotland Championship victories, consistently maintaining top-five placements at the World Championships. Rory concluded his competitive career under the instruction of Owen Barrington TCRG, Laura Cass-Barrington ADCRG, and Erin Cass TCRG at the Cass-Barrington Academy in Houston, Texas, where he secured another World Globe.

 

Fulfilling his dream of performing worldwide, Rory has danced for audiences of tens of thousands across countries including China, Spain, France, the United States, Canada, and Australia.

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Since returning home, he founded the Rory Patrick Academy in 2024, where he has already enjoyed significant success as a teacher. Guiding dancers to achieve regional titles, national titles, and top placements at the World Championships.