The Possak Hampshire Academy was formed in 2016 as the result of a creative association between two of Alberta's top Irish Dance schools: the Possak School in Calgary and the Bhriomhar School in Okotoks. The Possak School was founded in 1997 by Linda Possak Anderson and Bhriomhar was founded in 2006 by sisters Ali and Cait Hampshire.

Possak Hampshire dancers are strong competitors on the local, national and international stage. Soloists from the academy have taken home Regional Oireachtas 1st place titles and ranked in the top 10 in North America and top 20 in the world. Teams have achieved a North American 1st place title in Figure Choreography. Possak Hampshire dancers are also experienced show dancers, performing at a variety of venues throughout the year, culminating in our annual year-end concert. Championship dancers are offered the opportunity to perform with the Backbeat Senior Performance Troupe and have successfully auditioned for professional dance companies.