The University of Michigan's first Irish Dance group was started in 2000 by a group of five students. Having been trained in Irish Dance at various levels, they sought to create an opportunity for others like them to continue dancing upon arriving at the University and to teach those who had never had the chance to do so before.The group has since progressed to a full-fledged performance group, gaining an official name and recognition both on and off campus. We put on an annual show which has been showcased at the Michigan Theater and the Mendelssohn Theater, along with various events on campus, including Springfest and the Parent's Weekend Tailgate. But our performances aren't just limited to on campus events- Léim Irish dancers enjoy performing at events like Midnight Madness in downtown Ann Arbor, and collaborating with local schools and assisted living facilities. We also compete in intercollegiate Irish dance competitions against other university teams from across the country. Members have various ability levels ranging from years of training to those just having begun in college.