We’re so excited for a new generation of dance to begin at
The KSID Castle Studio Space.

Irish Dance lessons start Monday, January 27th.

You are receiving this message as you are either an existing Kelly Irish Dancer, or have inquired about a Providence area class. Below you’ll find a few FAQs about our new space and starting classes with The Kelly School of Irish Dance.

The KSID Castle Studio Space

Opening January 27th, 2020
located inside The Pawtucket Armory Arts Center
172 Exchange Street #302
Pawtucket, RI 02860

KSID CASTLE FAQs

  1. Is there parking?
    Yes! There is free street parking along Exchange Street and Fountain Street. There is also a parking lot, located between Tolman High School and the PAAC that is available for public use.

  2. How do I enter the building?
    During the warmer months, the four wooden doors at the front of the Armory are open during business hours. During these colder months please use the first wooden door on your left. This door is closed but will be unlocked during business hours.

  3. What is the code to enter?
    Once through the main entrance, you will find a monitored glass entry vestibule. This door may be open when you arrive. If it is not, please enter code: ****
    * code given to registered dancers

  4. Where is KSID located inside PAAC?
    Find us on the 3rd floor, unit 302. We can be accessed via the elevator or the grand staircase. Upon exiting the elevator or staircase we can be found down the hall on to your right.

  5. Can parents view the class?
    Yes, parents are able to view the final 10 minutes of class on select viewing days. We will hang on a sign on the door when it’s a viewing day!

  6. Is there a waiting room?
    Our KSID Castle satellite studio space, is purely a dance space. We do not have an official KSID waiting area. We have a few chairs available for use outside our unit door. However our studio door will remain closed during class time. Parents are welcome to wait in the area outside our door, or use any of the common area spaces located throughout the building. We ask you please be respectful of other businesses in the building. No running in the halls or up and down the stairs. It is quite an interesting building to explore!

  7. Lastly, what does my dancer need for their first class:

    Excitement to try something new, be it a new dance style, or dance in a new space!

    Dancers who have experience with KSID please remember to follow our recommended class attire. Dancers new to KSID please wear comfortable dance/gym clothes to start. And just socks or ballet slippers are OK to begin.

    We do have Kelly School t-shirts available for purchase at the studio for $16. All dancers registering with us in January & February will receive a complimentary pair of Irish Dance practice socks.

Contact KSID to for more or new dancer’s complete
 Registeration Here.
Registration fees are waived for new dancers who complete registration by January 30th. 

PLUS, New dancers who register January 27th thru February 29th 2020 will receive a free pair of Irish Dance Practice socks. 

Existing Kelly Irish Dancers who refer a friend or little sibling to register for a class this month, will also receive a fresh pair of poodle socks! Start your 2020 practice bright white :)

New Classes Starting January 27th
in KSID Coventry & KSID Pawtucket

Don’t see a class that suits your schedule, contact KSID for additional class opportunities coming to KSID Spring 2020.

The Kelly School of Irish Dance is home to some of the most fabulous Irish dancers in Rhode Island. We teach traditional and modern Irish dances with a perfect blend of whimsy, culture, and fun. Our quirkiness, and signature KSID charm creates dancers who Smile, Sparkle & Shine on and off the dance floor.  

Kelly Irish dancers are made for the stage. Catch a performance and you’ll see what we mean! KSID is an internationally renowned Irish dance school, structuring classes not only to prepare dancers for solo dancing, but for performing as part of our performance troupes, company classes, and teams. Kelly Irish Dancers have been spotted dancing throughout the New England area, as well as in NYC, California, Walt Disney World, Washington D.C., Germany, England, and of course Ireland. We love love love to travel and share our love of the dance with audiences around the world. 

Classes are offered in Coventry and Pawtucket RI for the littlest of beginners through champion and senior dancers. KSID offers both competitive and recreational dance programs, private lessons, workshops, Ceili classes, and our favorite, performance production classes.

The Kelly School of Irish Dance is registered with The Irish Dance Commission,  An Coimisiún le Rincí Gaelacha, CLRG, in Dublin Ireland, The Irish Dancing Teacher’s Association of North America, IDTNA, and The Irish Dance Teacher’s Association of New England, NEIDT.


Our KSID Coventry Studio was established in 2011 under the guidance of Meghan Kelly, T.C.R.G., serving dancers from all over RI, Southeastern MA and CT. KSID Coventry is the original home of Kelly Irish Dance. The KSID Coventry Studio features three studio rooms equipped with sprung dance floors, full length dance mirrors, and plenty of sparkle & shine!

NEW for 2020, KSID opens a satellite studio space located inside the Pawtucket Armory Arts Center, offering classes to dancers of the Greater Providence area. The "KSID Castle” Studio space features three walls of full length dance mirrors & hard wood floors!

There truly is no place like KSID.
Catch a performance or try a class with us!
First class is always free to try!
Follow all the KSID Studio happenings @kellyirishdance.