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Learn Irish Spirituality from People Who Actually Live it Daily

Stop wading through watered down, misunderstood, generalised 'Celtic' content.

Get authentic Irish spiritual and historical education from native teachers in County Waterford, Ireland.

Join over 47,000 students learning from Irish authors and educators at the Irish Pagan School.

Free Email Course - 3 Pillars of Irish Pagan Practice

Fáilte - Welcome to your Irish Spiritual Home

Founded in 2017 by Irish authors Lora O'Brien MA and Jon O'Sullivan, the Irish Pagan School is your trusted source for authentic connection to Ireland's spiritual traditions.

We provide decolonised education and community, honouring the living culture of Ireland, not romanticised 'Celtic' generalisations.

Whether you're here in Ireland, Irish diaspora seeking ancestral connection, or simply drawn to Irish spirituality, we meet you where you are with scholarship, respect, and genuine Irish wisdom.

Join over 47,000 students learning authentic Irish spirituality from native teachers ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Review - Suzie McCarthy recommends The Irish Pagan School. · So many accessible resources and learning! I have taken the guided journeys courses, as well as the introduction to Irish Paganism courses and I look forward to working my way through more! Lora, Jon and others take such care in preparing the course materials and ensuring the authenticity of their sources. These courses also give me a grounding in understanding the impact of colonialism, and the team are passionate about decolonisation. I have gained so much insight into myself, my spirituality, and the importance of Right Relationship thanks to the Irish Pagan School.
Review - Carolyn Chlebowski recommends The Irish Pagan School. · I have done multiple courses through The Irish Pagan School and find them invaluable to my learning process. Not only does The Irish Pagan School provide a wealth of valuable information in each course, but the quality and authenticity of the material can be plainly seen and felt in the level of depth and true culture present through all the teachings. They are thoroughly researched with source materials meticulously cited, which is a rare and refreshing form of mental nourishment these days. Each of their educators is clearly passionate about the subjects they present, as well as preserving/reviving authentic Irish tradition. All are well educated and practiced themselves, and this leads to wonderfully engaging and relevant discourse. Additionally, their abundance of free resources across platforms is top notch, and even having absorbed some of these before signing up for my first course, I still got more than I could have hoped for or expected in the classes I’ve purchased. There is incredible substance here. The Irish Pagan School is fertile ground, deep roots, fresh air, and living tradition.
Review - Jenna McGeoghegan recommends The Irish Pagan School. · The classes are deeply engaging and so full of authentic trustworthy resources for further study. The teachers are all knowledgeable in their fields and the school promotes native Irish voices. The scholarship of the materials is second to none. This can be a true academic journey, or a fully spiritual experience, or both depending on how you approach it. The foundation classes are exceptional. The instructors do not hand you a pre packaged religious plan as so many do. They provide background and encouragement for personal study and spiritual growth. True mentorship.
Review - Mary Tea recommends The Irish Pagan School. · Lora and John focus on authentic and living Irish Pagan Spirituality on their blog and in the school. Their work is rooted in history, culture and research. They focus on real, easy application.
Review - Barbara Campinoti recommends The Irish Pagan School. · The Irish Pagan School is an authentic source of knowledge and all the courses I have taken are worth the money I have spent. I love the variety of different material that is available.
Review - Morgan Daimler recommends Irish Pagan School. · wonderful course material, very knowledgeable people, and solid, reliable information. One of the best resources out there on anything related to Irish paganism

Whether You Are...

☘️ Here in Ireland looking for understanding and relationship with our pre-colonised past.

⛵ Irish Diaspora seeking genuine ancestral connection beyond tourist trap stereotypes.

🌍 A Global Seeker simply drawn to authentic Irish spirituality with proper cultural context.

🔰 A Complete Beginner taking your first steps safely without cultural appropriation.

🏃 A Busy Browser needing bite sized learning that fits your responsibilities and schedule.

🎯 A Committed Crafter ready for deep, structured engagement with Irish traditions.

🤝 A Connection Seeker wanting genuine community with like minded souls.

📚 An Academic Learner wanting scholarly depth with proper citations and sources.

We meet you exactly where you are with respect, scholarship, and genuine Irish wisdom.
Review - James barker 19 days ago: Thank you. I'm a first generation Australian, my kin are Irish, im here to return my nan's ashes to grandad at the family grave. I consider myself pagan and look at all forms of paganism to develop my own style as Australia is the land im linked too. This course has taught me a lot and given me ideas on where to learn more but most importantly I think I need to be more aware and involved in the indigenous culture of the land im from. I have always had respect for them but I lake knowledge and understanding. This will be my path when I get home.
Review - Molly Housego 6 months ago: Really good to get back to basics, and really appreciating all the time and effort that goes into these classes. Good to know I've been on the right track already, but also found a few extra things to follow up and integrate. Thanks so much!

Start Your Personal Path Today

 

🆓 Free Resources (Perfect Starting Point)

  • Free mini courses on Irish basics

  • Blog articles with scholarly citations

  • YouTube channel with weekly content

  • Email newsletter with practical tips

  • No credit card required, no strings attached.

 

💰 Paid Courses (Deep Dive Learning)

  • Foundation courses in Irish mythology and history

  • Deity specific classes (the Mórrígan, the Dagda, Brighid, Lugh, and more)

  • Practical spirituality for daily life

  • Advanced studies with community access

  • Self paced and regular live options available. 

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Your Guides on this Path

Lora O'Brien, MA

30 years of Irish spiritual practice | Former manager of sacred site Cruachán (Rathcroghan) | Published author of 8 books | Mórrígan priest since 2004 | Masters degree in Irish History.

The subject stands with hands loosely clasped in a vaulted hallway lined with evenly spaced stone slabs secured to angled brackets, set against pale masonry walls and flagstone flooring. Lighting from the left casts soft shadows along the display; the person faces the camera with a neutral expression, wearing layered casual clothing and a cross‑body pouch.
The subject sits cross‑legged on a tall wooden throne with interlaced patterns on the back and leaf motifs carved on the base, surrounded by fallen yellow leaves. The person wears a knit cap, glasses, fingerless gloves, and dark boots, holding small objects in each hand while turning to the side with a relaxed smile; hedge and trees frame the background.

Jon O'Sullivan (An Scéalaí Beag)

Traditional seanchaí (storyteller) | Dagda priest since 2015 | Published author of 3 books | Expert in Irish lore and mythology | Co-founder with vision for authentic education.

Teaching authentic Irish spirituality globally from County Waterford, Ireland. 

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Common Questions about the Irish Pagan School

Not Another Pseudo Celtic Website

 ❌ What You Won't Find Here:

  • Plastic paddy stereotypes and leprechauns covered in shamrocks nonsense.

  • Cultural appropriation dressed up as toxic positivity or neopagan/ New Age spirituality.

  • Mangled and generic 'Celtic' content copied from other sites or stolen from native sources.

  • Tourist trap mythology with no real foundation, or Wicca with Irish names.

  • Bigotry, intolerance, or exclusion of any faith, identity, or background. 🏳️‍🌈🍉🏳️‍⚧️ 👩🏻‍🦽‍➡️✊🏾♀️

✅ What You Will Find Here:

  • Practical guidance for building authentic relationships with Irish Gods and Goddesses.

  • Community support from fellow students on similar pathways to you.

  • Respect for tradition while acknowledging it's a living, evolving spiritual practice.

  • Decolonised education that honours living Irish culture and traditions.
  • Academic rigour with proper citations and sources from Irish manuscripts and folklore.
Brittany Crow 8 months ago This was an amazing start to diving deeper into Irish paganism. I love the authenticity and the practicality of the 3 pillars method. I was feeling a little overwhelmed at first but after this class it’s really helped put me at ease that learning and applying what I learn can be done at my own pace.

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L. Christopher Bird

The Irish Pagan School has been a great resource for pagan education with an authentic connection to Ireland for me. Along with a selection of free classes, the paid offerings always feels like money well spent. The teachers are fantastic and knowledgeable, and the community is one of the best that I have belonged to.

Rowan Ives

The courses offer an in-depth approach to Irish paganism that is based on genuine history and folklore. There is so much here for curious learners of all levels to gain knowledge and insight on their spiritual paths while avoiding the misinformation that is sadly common in popular modern paganism. I have benefited greatly from the classes and look forward to taking more.

Review - Christopher Mac Guaire about 1 month ago: Thank you for breaking down and explaining what seems very complex and unknown to a beginner. This is my first official course, and I had a very interesting experience in "Roots & Reverence" meeting my guide in Lora's meditation exercise. I'll be starting the Mythological Cycle shortly and cannot wait to immerse myself. Go raibh mile maith agat, mo chara.