Trea Champagne, TCRG is a scientist, artist, and certified Irish Dance teacher. She has been teaching Irish dance and sharing Irish music and culture in Iowa since 2007. As the founder and director of Champagne Academy of Irish Dance, she is dedicated to providing high-quality instruction while fostering confidence, community, and a lifelong appreciation for Irish culture.

Trea is a certified Irish dance teacher through An Coimisiún Le Rincí Gaelacha (CLRG), the Irish Dancing Commission in Dublin, Ireland, and is a member of the Irish Dance Teachers Association of North America (IDTANA) and the Irish Dance Teachers Association of Mid-America (IDTAMA). Her students have performed with acclaimed musicians throughout the Midwest and achieved success at regional, national, and international competitions.

In addition to teaching dance, Trea enjoys promoting Irish culture through music, educational programs, performances, and community events. Her goal is to inspire a lifelong love of cultures while building confidence, friendships, and a strong sense of community.