Teaching Irish dance in Dublin, Columbus, & Dayton, OH and Indianapolis, IN. There is a place for everyone in Richens/Timm.
The Richens/Timm Academy is one of the most recognizable and respected names in the world of Irish dance. It is the most established and accomplished school in both central Ohio, central Indiana. The Academy’s rich history began over 50 years ago when Ann Richens ADCRG, a native of Dublin, Ireland, began traveling to Columbus from Dayton, Ohio to share her passion for Irish dance. After her prized
pupil, John Timm, captured the 1993 Senior Men’s World Championship title, they partnered and the school became the Richens/Timm Academy. Following Ann’s passing in 2011, Richens/Timm is now directed by John and his wife, Heather Timm. The Richens/Timm Academy currently serves locations in Dublin, Columbus and Dayton, OH , Indianapolis and Tipton, IN. FUN, FAMILY, FRIENDS
Richens/Timm provides a fun, friendly, family atmosphere where each dancer is given the polished skill set to maximize his/her potential and accomplish personal goals—whether that be to perform at a grandparent’s nursing home, to capture a World Medal, or to learn simply for the love of dance. COMPETITIVE SUCCESS
Known for its outstanding success in the competitive arena, Richens/Timm has produced a long line of champions including: Regional Champions, North American Champions, All-Ireland Champions and two World Champions! Whether a Beginner, Novice, Champion or adult dancer, The Richens/Timm Academy of Irish Dance provides access to the highest qualified instructors and their closest attention. Even with varying aspirations, all dancers receive a high quality education in Irish dance at the Richens/Timm Academy. There are few artistic disciplines in the world where students begin with the best!
06/05/2026
‼️Indy Friends! Please share ☘️
Our summer introductory workshop is June 9-11.
New dancers welcome!
Richens Timm Indy Studio
4369 W 96th St.
Indianapolis, IN
Irish Dancers of Indianapolis - IDI
richenstimm.com
06/03/2026
Sharing our love of dance all through the City of Dublin, Ohio, even at the Memorial Tournament 💚
☘️ Can’t wait for the Dublin Irish Festival July 31, August 1 & August 2 ☘️
06/01/2026
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05/31/2026
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05/18/2026
04/29/2026
💚 Richens Timm Feis 💚
See you next year!
April 3 & 4, 2027
04/29/2026
🏁 Indy Feis registration is open!
Register: 💜 quickfeis.com
Join us in Indianapolis for two fun feis days
June 12 & 13, 2026
🏨 Hotel block available!
🔗 Link on quickfeis & indyirishdancers.com
FRIDAY, JUNE 12
🏁 Dancing starts at 4pm
🏁 Encourage casual dress + no wigs
🏁 Competitions for First Feis thru PC
Multiple chances in one weekend!
🏁 Future Champ special
SATURDAY, JUNE 13
🏁 Dancing starts at 9am
🏁 A Full feis!
🏁 All levels! First Feis through OC
🏁 PC set competition
🏁 Adult Championships
🏁 Second chance competitions for Beg 2, Nov, PW, PC
🏁 40 X 32 stages for OC & PC!
04/21/2026
Exit Ramp Closure:
The Exit Ramp on I-75 at Exit #74 (St. Rt. 41) coming from the South has been closed due to construction.
Those coming from the south will want to exit at either Exit #69 or Exit #73.
Those coming from the North will not be impacted. Exit #74 from the North on I-75 is remaining open.
04/10/2026
🌟 Indianapolis Friends!
We are hosting an Open House & trial class for children.
☘️New dancers welcome!
Monday, April 13 ~ 4:45-5:30pm
📍Richens Timm Indy Studio
4369 w 96th St Indianapolis