25th Anniversary Show at Gaiety Theatre, Dublin.
Amy Mae from Co. Tyrone danced for the Carson Kennedy Academy in Belfast. She won the World Irish Dance Championships and many other major titles. On completion of the Riverdance Summer School, she achieved her lifelong ambition to join Riverdance in 2016. Amy-Mae featured in the BBC’s “Born to Riverdance” which followed her journey to become the principal dancer in the cinema release of Riverdance the 25th Anniversary Show filmed in the 3Arena Dublin. Amy-Mae is a reformer Pilates instructor and creates content for her YouTube channel and Instagram.
How does your normal day begin?
When I wake up in the morning, I like to begin my day with a cup of hot water and freshly squeezed lemon. I then do some yoga or Pilates depending on what my body needs. After I have my breakfast and start my day.
What are your biggest daily challenges?
Managing all the tasks I have to do as a Principal dancer & Dance Captain in Riverdance. As well as managing my Instagram and YouTube accounts. However, if I stay very organised and set my daily goals I usually get through it all stress free.
What do you love most about your job?
I love how powerful, emotional and invigorated dancing makes me feel. It is when I am my most confident self. I also love how I continuously feel challenged and can find ways to constantly grow and improve.
What do you do to relax?
I usually read, meditate, and do breathing exercises to relax. But my favourite thing to do is spend time with my family, particularly going for walks around my someplace; Aghyaran.
Favourite staycation destination in Ireland and why?
Killarney, Co.Kerry. I have been so many times to compete as a dancer and I have also performed there with Riverdance. It is absolutely beautiful and there is always so much to see and do.
Favourite holiday destination worldwide?
I was recently in Majorca with my family. We had an incredible time completing water sport activities, swimming in the sae and eating great food. To be honest I am happy anywhere in the World as long as I’m with good people.
Favourite Business motto?
Nike – Just do it.
And one I go by myself would be; every day is a chance to learn, grow and improve.
Advice for young business entrepreneurs
Focus on the now, what small steps can you take every day to help you get closer to your bigger dreams. Set SMART goals and do everything in your power to achieve them.
