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The Kennelly School of Irish Dance was founded by John and Maureen Kennelly in 1959.
John — from Listowel, County Kerry — met Maureen at Irish dance class in New York. Several years after they married and their first daughter, Patricia, was born, they moved to Maureen's native San Francisco. There, they established their dance school. After Patricia turned 18, she assumed the role as the school's director and full-time teacher.
The Kennelly School offers classes in San Francisco, Sacramento, Los Gatos and San Bruno. Students range in age from three to adult, and in dance level from beginner through championship.
A number of Kennelly School students have won and placed in solo, ceílí and drama categories in the North American Championships. Solo titles are held from the European, Great Britain, British National and All-Scotland championships, and students have also placed in solo and group dancing in World Championship competitions in Ireland.
The school offers a well-rounded dance education. In addition to participating in competitive events, students have many opportunities to perform. Kennelly School students have danced at a variety of special events, from private receptions for Irish dignitaries to major musical events in arenas like the Hollywood Bowl. In addition, some of the senior dancers have had the pleasure of touring the U.S. and Canada with the Chieftains.
Visit our Classes page for details about schedules for beginner classes.
Contacts
For other information, contact Patricia Kennelly by e-mail or telephone: (415) 665-0554. To assist in answering basic questions about school events, Patricia is in the process of designating local e-mail contacts. All local inquiries will also be transmitted to Patricia to ensure that information is both timely and accurate.
Sacramento inquiries.
San Francisco inquiries.
Check this page soon for local contacts in other Kennelly School locations.