Irish Magic Lore & Learning

14 Week Self-Study Programme

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Draoícht na hÉireann… Irish Magic crosses the boundaries of time, tribes and even religion. Throughout the ages, from ancient to present times on this island, we have had a strong tradition of magical practice and practitioners.

14 weekly Lessons (over 3+ months) will give you a working knowledge of how our Irish ancestors viewed and used Magic, and how you can too - facilitated by Irish Draoí Lora O'Brien.
To Begin… Course Information
This Irish Magic Course provides an in-depth look at the materials and resources we have available historically with which to study this tradition, through the ages, under the various lesson topics. It is a self directed work Programme, which will require approximately 2 hours per week to study and digest.

As we go through the 14 weeks, you'll receive a new Lesson every 7 days, covering:
  • *Lesson 00 - Introduction to Irish Magic
  • *Lesson 01 – What is Magic?
  • *Lesson 02 – Structure of Magic
  • *Lesson 03 – Words of Magic
  • *Lesson 04 – Practitioners of Magic
  • *Lesson 05 – Times and Places of Magic
  • *Lesson 06 – Beings of Magic
  • *Lesson 07 – Divination in Magic
  • *Lesson 08 – Tools of Magic
  • *Lesson 09 – Sacrifice in Magic
  • *Lesson 10 – Healing Magic
  • *Lesson 11 – Cursing Magic
  • *Lesson 12 – Love Magic
  • *Lesson 13 – Protection Magic

With each weekly Lesson, you will see:
  • Lesson Content, by Lora O'Brien (between 10-20 A4 pages of intensive written material)
  • Practical Exercise Worksheets (PDF & Word doc Versions)
  • Research Paper
This SELF STUDY course focuses heavily on the scholarly research and resources we have available, to provide an excellent grounding in the history and theory of Irish Magic, and the essential building blocks for students to create a modern magical practice based on authentic Irish foundations.

All Learners* will receive access to our private, Students Only, online group - Irish Magic & Spirituality. You can share your weekly learning, questions, and experiences in our supportive student's group on Facebook.

Over time, BONUS materials will be added to this Programme, and you will have access to any and all updates and additions.


*Standard Group Rules and Moderator's Decisions Apply.


"Love your class!!! Look forward to it every week..."

-- Krisi Brophy, U.S.A.

Your Instructor


Lora O'Brien
Lora O'Brien

Lora is a modern Draoí – a practitioner and priest of indigenous Irish magic and spirituality. She has been consciously following a spiritual path exploring her native Irish traditions for 30 years, dedicated specifically to the Irish Goddess Mórrígan in 2004, and is the author of seven books on Irish history, mythology, folklore, witchcraft, Pagan practice and priesthood. Her eighth book, on the Mórrígan, will be published by Llewellyn (2025). She professionally developed and managed one of Ireland's most important sacred sites - Cruachán/Rathcroghan - for a decade, and is a co-founder and legal celebrant with Pagan Life Rites Ireland. With her partner, Jon O'Sullivan, she is the co-founder of the Irish Pagan School, and together they create a vast amount of community service content for the Irish Pagan School Blog, YouTube Channel, and Podcast. Lora founded the Ogham Academy in 2022, and has a Masters Degree in Irish Regional History (2023) on the topic of Ogham and Irish Identity. (Pronouns: She/They)


Course Curriculum


  Lesson 00 – Introduction
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  Lesson 01 - What is Magic?
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  Lesson 02 - Structure of Magic
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  Lesson 03 – Words of Magic
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  Lesson 04 - Practitioners of Magic
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  Lesson 05 - Times and Places of Magic
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  Lesson 07 - Divination in Magic
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  Lesson 08 - Tools of Magic
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  Lesson 09 - Sacrifice in Magic
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  Lesson 10 - Healing Magic
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  Lesson 11 - Cursing Magic
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  Lesson 12 - Love Magic
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"Well, this is it. The Irish Magic Course. She did tell us that it would be intensive. No, I'm not done. One more lesson, a few exercises, and I'm behind on reading the research papers. Yes, it was completely worth it. The work is just beginning.

As I'm from Canada I will never have a truly Irish witchcraft practice. I'm too influenced by the land I live on. That's not a bad thing either. The spirits of the land I call home have a tremendous influence on how I practice my magic and my spirituality. And that's how it should be. I love the land of my ancestors and I love my Homeland.

Thank you, Lora O'Brien for the opportunity to learn the magic of my ancestral homeland."

-- Christine J. Smith, U.S.A.

Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced, self directed online course - you decide when you start and when you finish. You will get access to a new lesson each week - 7 days from when you joined the course.
How long do I have access to the course?
As above - how does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.

"Lora offers excellent classes that are full of well researched information. I never leave a class of hers without having expanded my knowledge base. Highly recommended."

- Aileen Paul, U.S.A.

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