Céad míle fáilte!

Welcome to the O'Neill James School  of Irish Dance!  We are a family-run, student-oriented school for dancers of all ages and abilities. Established in Washington DC in 1969,  ONJ is proud to be  the longest-running Irish dance school in the Nation's Capital and one of the oldest in the United States.

My mission is not only to share my love of Irish dance, culture, and heritage, but to foster in each dancer a strong sense of self esteem, confidence, teamwork, and  a healthy mind and body .

I have classes for boys and girls age four and up, beginner to championship level, and I also offer Ceili and step dancing classes for adults. I provide a fun and disciplined learning environment that encourages each dancer to develop his or her skills through hard work and respect.

At ONJ there is no pressure to dance competitively.  I believe in helping  each dancer find what is comfortable for them. There are many ways to enjoy Irish dance at a level that is comfortable for each student, be it  individual and team competitions, performances, non-competitive events, summer camps or just weekly class. To love to dance is most important.

Dance for the love of the Dance!
Laureen O'Neill James  
 ADCRG TCRG
Irish Cultural Hall of Fame
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Mrs. James at the Irish Open in Dublin on 4 August with the winner of the Peggy O'Neill Belt which Mrs James sponsored in honor of her mother, Peggy O'Neill who was one of the first TCRG's in Ireland and later brough Irish dance to the Washington DC and the east coast of the US
We are so sad to hear about the passing of our dear friend, Pat Troy.  He was a pillar in our community and he will be greatly missed.  Keeping Bernadette and the rest of the family in our thoughts and prayers. 
​Until we meet again....
Picture2018 Washington DC St Patrick's Day Parade participants putting their best foot forward!





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2018 - Best in Parade!   Washington DC Parade
2017 - Francis J. Tiernan Marshal's Award  - Washington DC Parade
2016 - Best Dance Group Washington DC Parade
​2014 Parade-Alexandria:
Best in Show
Best Dance School  
2014 Parade-Washington,DC:
Peoples Choice Award
Arlington County:
 2013 Best of Arlington Award Dance School
O'Neill James Dancers showing the crowd how its done
 at Shamrock Fest 2015!