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THE Bremer Summa SChool

OF IRISH DANCING

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The Bremer Summa Team

Sheila Bremer, ADCRG BC

DIRECTOR & CO-FOUNDER

Sheila Bremer, ADCRG BC, has been passionate about Irish dance since she first began at age five at the Griffith Academy in Connecticut. That early love of dance grew into a lifelong
career filled with achievement, teaching, and community.


As a competitive dancer, Sheila performed at the highest levels, including the New England
Oireachtas, North American Championships, and the World Championships.
Sheila has spent many years teaching throughout the Greater Boston area, inspiring dancers
of all ages. Her students have gone on to become regional and national champions, as well
as World medal holders.


Today, Sheila is a respected adjudicator at local, national, and international competitions
and serves as a grade examiner. She has also taught internationally, including in Italy.
She is the proud founder of the Bremer School of Irish Dancing and co-founder of the
Bremer Summa School of Irish Dancing. At Bremer Summa, the focus is on building strong,
confident, and well-rounded dancers through elite training, performance opportunities, and
a commitment to community and personal growth.


In addition to dance, Sheila is a language teacher (Italian, French, Spanish, and ESL) and a
certified Yoga Sculpt instructor. She brings strength, flexibility, and wellness training into
her dance program.


Above all, Sheila’s greatest pride is her three daughters—Michela, Nicoletta, and Julianna —who have each grown into successful dancers.

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  • ADCRG BC — An Coimisiún Le Rincí Gaelacha

  • Competed at New England Oireachtas, NAIDC & Worlds

  • International adjudicator & grade examiner

  • Founder, The Bremer School

  • Taught internationally, including Italy

  • Certified yoga sculpt instructor

  • Language teacher: Italian, French, Spanish, ESL

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Julianna Bremer-Summa

DIRECTOR & CO-FOUNDER

Julianna Bremer-Summa is a passionate and accomplished Irish dancer, originally born and raised in Boston, Massachusetts. Introduced to Irish dance at a young age, she was quite literally born into the art form—training under the guidance of her mother, Sheila Bremer, at the Bremer School of Irish Dancing. Growing up immersed in the studio environment, Julianna quickly developed a deep love for Irish dancing and a strong competitive drive.

With the unwavering support of her family, she rose rapidly through the ranks, reaching the highest championship levels of competition. She competed all over the world in both solo and team (céilí) competitions. Her achievements include becoming a four-time regional champion, earning 2nd place in the nation, and ranking 15th in the world.

Julianna’s dedication to her craft extended beyond competition. At the age of 18, she embarked on a professional tour across the United States, sharing her talent and passion with wider audiences. She has also taught Irish dancing both in the United States and internationally in Italy, inspiring the next generation of dancers.

After retiring from competitive dancing in 2019, Julianna continued her journey in Irish dancing through teaching and mentorship. In 2026, she successfully earned her TCRG (Teaching Certification) from An Coimisiún Le Rincí Gaelacha (The World Irish Dancing Commission), solidifying her role as a certified instructor.

Through years of dedication, performance, and teaching, Julianna continues to honor her roots while contributing to the global Irish dancing community.

  • Four-time Regional Champion

  • 2nd Place — National Championships

  • 15th in the World — World Irish Dancing Championships

  • Competed globally in solo & céilí team events

  • Trained at the Bremer School of Irish Dancing, Boston

Nicoletta Bremer-Summa

DIRECTOR & CO-FOUNDER

Nicoletta Bremer-Summa is a dedicated and accomplished Irish dancer, born and raised in Boston, Massachusetts. She was introduced to Irish dance at an early age, growing up in a family deeply connected to the tradition. Training under the guidance of her mother, Sheila Bremer, at the Bremer School of Irish Dancing, Nicoletta developed both a strong technical foundation and a genuine passion for the art form.

Immersed in the dance community from a young age, Nicoletta quickly advanced through the competitive ranks, demonstrating discipline and determination. She achieved notable success at the championship level, becoming a three-time regional champion, placing 4th in the nation, and ranking 21st in the world on two occasions—earning a World Championship medal for her accomplishments.

Beyond competition, Nicoletta has shared her love of Irish dance through teaching, working with students in Boston, USA, as well as in Milan and Florence, Italy. Her teaching reflects not only her technical expertise but also her commitment to fostering confidence and artistry in her dancers.

Through years of dedication to performance, competition, and teaching, Nicoletta continues to inspire her students while honoring the rich tradition of Irish dance.

  • Three-time Regional Champion

  • 4th Place — National Championships

  • 21st in the World — World Championships (twice)

  • World Championship Medal Recipient

  • Taught in Boston, Milan & Florence, Italy

A Family Legacy

The Bremer Summa School is the living expression of a family built around Irish dance. Sheila's greatest pride is her three daughters — Michela, Julianna, and Nicoletta — who have each grown into successful dancers and now carry that legacy forward into the next generation of students.
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