Rohan Murphy Irish Dance academy is proud to host our first annual Feis September 27-28th 2025!
RMIDA CHAMPIONSHIPS Saturday SeptembER 27th
The RMIDA Championships at Saint Mary’s College will feature a full schedule of grade level competitions, preliminary and open championships, and the Western U.S. Region Junior Belt competition. Dancers are also invited to compete in our exciting Champion of Champions special, held at the end of the event. Registration is open NOW on Feisworx.
Adjudicators: Daryl Goldes, CA, USA, John Grimes, NH, USA, Michelle Malone-Chiles, CA, USA, Mark O'Loughlin, AB, Canada, Tara Reid, NV, USA, Zack Warshaw, WA, USA
Musicians: Chris McLoughlin NY, USA and Darcy Noonan CA, USA
feile an fhomhair Sunday September 28th
Sunday’s Feile an Fhomhair at Saint Mary’s College will offer a welcoming and fun-filled day of dancing for all levels. The schedule includes First Feis, grade level competitions, preliminary and open championships, Ceili team events, and two exciting specials: the Family Special and the Blackout Trophy Special. Registration is now open on FeisWorx.
Adjudicators: Daryl Goldes, CA, USA, John Grimes, NH, USA, Michelle Malone-Chiles, CA, USA, Mark O'Loughlin, AB, Canada, Tara Reid, NV, USA, Zack Warshaw, WA, USA
Musicians: Chris McLoughlin NY, USA and Rio Navarro CA, USA
FEIS LOCATION: Saint Mary’s College moraga
The RMIDA Feis Weekend will be held at the stunning Saint Mary’s College of California in Moraga—a beautiful and serene campus nestled in the rolling hills of the East Bay. This picturesque venue offers a welcoming and festive atmosphere, especially at this time of year when the campus is surrounded by early fall colors. Dancers and families can enjoy on-site food options, Irish dance vendors, and easy access with paid parking conveniently located in front of the venue. It’s the perfect setting for a memorable weekend of dance and community!
Nearby hotels
Embassy Suites Walnut Creek
1345 Treat Blvd.
*(Call 1-800-Embassy and request Saint Mary's preferred rate,
or book online with corporate account number 560040514)
Holiday Inn Express Walnut Creek
2730 N.Main Street
*use saint marys direct link for discount rate
Extended Stay America Pleasant Hill
3220 Buskirk Ave.
*(925) 945-6788 * Call and request Saint Mary's preferred rate
Closest airports
oakland international airport
San Francisco International Airport
Public transportation
Saint Mary’s College is accessible by public transportation from both Oakland and the East Bay. Take BART to the Orinda station, then transfer to County Connection Bus Route 6, which stops directly at the college.
Parking on campus
The Visitor PARKING rate is $0.50 an hour for a maximum of $5.00 per day. Visitors can pay using any of the pay stations or on your mobile device
Vendors
Roisin Rince
Founded by two Bay Area sisters with strong Irish roots, Roisin Rince creates custom accessories and gifts for dancers. Each piece is designed with care and creativity, celebrating the beauty of Irish dance and its traditions.
Irish Treasures
Your go-to shop for all Irish dance essentials! From shoes and socks to number holders, earrings, and lace, Irish Treasures provides everything dancers need to look and perform their best.
Snarky Ginger
Discover handcrafted gifts that capture the spirit of Irish dance. Each item is thoughtfully made with detail and heart, offering unique keepsakes for dancers, families, and collectors alike.
Scott Doherty – MindS Coach
Scott Doherty, former World Champion and Irish dance performance star, now dedicates his expertise to coaching dancers on the mental side of competition. At the RMIDA Championships, he will be available to provide mindset support during the competition and will also lead workshops at the venue after the competition days. His sessions are designed to help dancers sharpen their focus, build confidence, and perform at their peak when it matters most.
Cat Fennell & Katie Lewellyn Photography
Serving as the official photographers of the RMIDA Championships, Cat Fennell and Katie Lewellyn will be offering mini portrait sessions in addition to capturing live action photography throughout the competition weekend. Their professional work ensures dancers and families can preserve meaningful memories of both individual achievements and the excitement of the event.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
The RMIDA Championships would not be possible without the incredible generosity and support of our sponsors. From the very beginning, you have believed in our dancers and in the vision of bringing this new feis to life. Your contributions are more than financial — they are an investment in the future of our school, our dancers, and the Irish dance community here in the Bay Area.
Every sponsor has played a fundamental role in making this event a reality. Whether through donations, services, or simply showing up to cheer us on, you have helped us build something that our dancers will remember for years to come. We are humbled and deeply grateful for your partnership, your encouragement, and your trust in us.
On behalf of our dancers, families, and teachers, thank you for standing with us and helping to create not just a competition, but a celebration of tradition, community, and the hard work of every dancer who steps on stage. This feis is possible because of you, and we are so proud to have you as part of our story.
Platinum, Gold, Silver and Bronze Sponsors:
Friends of the Feis Sponsors:
If you have any questions about the RMIDA Championships weekend, please feel free to reach out to us at rmidafeis@gmail.com. For updates leading up to the event and important day-of information, be sure to follow us on Instagram at @rmidachampionships. We’ll be posting schedules, reminders, and highlights as the Feis approaches, don’t miss a thing!