Connect Fit Exercise Programme
The ConnectFit project is a FREE 10-week exercise programme targeted at getting people aged 60 and over more active! Our aim of this project is to forge new connections and a sense of togetherness within our community through exercise.
The ConnectFit exercise programme has been designed specifically for people aged 60 and over. Through-out this programme you would be performing resistance training with the aim to improve your health, fitness, and wellbeing. Research indicates that resistance training is a safe way to improve your strength and flexibility. Strength is particularly important to carry out many activities we do every day like getting out of a chair or climbing stairs.
Every step of the way you will be provided with expert support and guidance from IT Carlow researchers Conor and Lawrence. As it is a research project ran in conjunction with IT Carlow if you choose to take part you will be randomly allocated into 1 of 3 groups. For more details call Deborah from Carlow Sports Partnership on 0879121497 or email deborahfoley@carlowcoco.ie
For a downloadable version of this poster please Click Here
Sports Capital & Equipment Programme Funding Webinar
Carlow Sports Partnership are delighted to announce an exciting Sports Capital Grant session for our clubs.
CALLING ALL CARLOW SPORTS CLUBS!
The session will cover the dos and don’ts of the Sports Capital programme and how Carlow clubs can come out on top.
Based on previous evidence, between 10%-20% of all applications were invalid, meaning that the applications were completed incorrectly. Only the top 75% of valid applications will receive funding, which is based on a scoring system. The aim of this workshop is to increase the number of valid and successful applications submitted by Carlow sports clubs.
It is hoped that this event will help encourage more of our clubs to apply as the programme not only funds infrastructure work, it also funds non-personal sports equipment which can include protective wear, gym equipment, portable sports equipment, storage containers and much more. Its important for sports clubs to make an application large or small as the programme does support new and growing sports across Ireland.
This is your opportunity to gain valuable insight from experts on a programme from the experts in securing these grants. The deadline for applications is Monday 1st March 2021 so it’s important for clubs to get started on the application process in order to be ready for the deadline.
Cost: €5 per club
To book your place click on the following link: https://www.eventbrite.ie/o/carlow-sports-partnership-24809694638 [change]
Inclusive Yoga For All
Relax and do some Yoga with the family. Join Michelle from Simply Yoga Ireland online and stretch your body.
Ages 5-10 every Friday at 2pm for 6 weeks starting January 29th.
Ages 11 + every Monday at 7.30pm for 6 weeks starting February 1st.
€15 per block of 6 weeks.
Bookings through Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/yoga-for-all-tickets-137421753163
Any questions please contact Teresa on tomeara@carlowcoco.ie or 087 3868973
To download the Yoga for All poster Click Here
Yoga Girl - 4 Week Online Yoga for Those Moving From Primary to Secondary School
YOGA GIRL - Starting Tuesday, August 25th - 4.30-5.30pm
YogaGirl is a 4 week online Yoga programme with Connie Byrne of Ahimsa Yoga By Connie B which will be delivered through ZOOM.
The programme is for girls who are making the transition from primary school to secondary school. YogaGirl will focus on breathing and stretching techniques which can build strength in body and mind and also useful coping techniques for stressful situations.
The programme is organised by Carlow Regional Youth Services and begins on Tuesday 25th August and will be from 4.30-5.30pm The cost is €10 and booking is through this Eventbrite Link
Síolta The Squirrel Returns, With New 'Nature On Your Doorstep' Adventures
6 New Nature On Your Doorstep Challenge Sheets
For People Of All Ages
We are delighted to welcome back Síolta The Squirrel with a new series of Nature on Your Doorstep and 6 new, colourful challenge sheets to encourage and assist people of all ages to explore their local natural and built environment.
In previous years, we ran a Family Explorer Challenge with events and family challenges designed to encourage families to get active outdoors, while exploring the wonderful natural heritage of County Carlow. This year we wanted to create activities that were not site-specific, that children and their families could complete in their gardens or on the roads and pathways close to their homes.
With colourful photos and drawings and fun activities suggested by our mascot Síolta the Squirrel, the Nature on Your Doorstep challenges are mainly targeted at primary school-age children but can be used by anybody of any age, in any part of the country and are particularly suited to families working together.
Our Wildflower Walk Challenge encourages people to notice and record wildflowers while out walking and to encourage wildflowers in their gardens.
With the Minibeast Safari Challenge we offer suggestions for locating, learning about and protecting insects and invertebrates.
The Heritage Explorer Challenge suggests different ways of finding and researching local built heritage while the Garden Map Challenge; Map Your Walk Challenge and Garden Creativity Challenge look at fun ways to record what you find and use natural items in creative ways.
Each of our wonderfully colourful challenge sheets can be downloaded here:
We hope you enjoy these new Nature On Your Doorstep Sheets as much as we enjoyed putting them together for you.
Also, have You Consulted Any Heritage Organisations? The following Websites are all referenced on our challenge sheets:
- The Irish Heritage Council
- Heritage in Schools
- Heritage Maps
- Duchas
- National Monuments Service
- Irish Wild Flowers
- Wildflowers Of Ireland
- Biodiversity Ireland
- Pollinators
Inclusive Kayaking & Stand up Paddle Boarding for ages 11+
We are delighted to be supporting Pure Adventure Ireland again this year to offer Inclusive Kayaking & Stand up Paddle Boarding for ages 11+ children and adults with additional needs & their siblings.
Stand Up Paddle Boarding: Kayaking
We have 2 sessions available We have 2 sessions available
Tuesday, August 11th: 12pm-2pm and 3pm-5pm Wednesday, August 12th: 4pm - 6pm
Friday, August 14th: 4pm - 6pm
Each Activity Costs €10 per person plus Eventbrite booking Fee
Click Here to Book Your Stand Up Paddle Board Session
Click Here to Book Your Kayaking Session
If you require further information please contact Teresa on tomeara@carlowcoco.ie
COVID-19 Club Small Grant Scheme - Aiding Clubs In Their Return To Sport
Sports clubs in Carlow can now apply for COVID-19 Club Small Grants
of up to €1,500 through Carlow Sports Partnership
The Covid-19 Club Small Grant Scheme is part of a series of Covid-19 related funding schemes from Sport Ireland and the Government to support the sports sector in a bid to aid the return to sport. The COVID-19 Club Small Grant Scheme will provide assistance to local clubs with covering costs associated with the reopening and delivery of their activities. With many sporting clubs & groups now back to training and activity across the County we are delighted to announce details of the third round of the Covid-19 Club Small Grants Scheme for 2022.
The maximum amount of funding available per club/group/organisation is €1,500.00.
- Only one application can be submitted per sport club
- Applications to Carlow Sports Partnership are only applicable to clubs based within County Carlow
- Funding support for the same purpose should not be sought from multiple sources, e.g. national governing body of sport, etc.
- Funding applications must be submitted prior to Friday 11th November 2022
- For Application Form and Guidelines please click here.
Further Information:
Egle Useckaite, A/Administrator with Carlow Sports Partnership
Email: euseckaite@carlowcoco.ie | Phone: 059 9136247 |
Inclusive Kelloggs Cul Camp.
Carlow Sports Partnership are delighted to announce for the second year to be supporting Carlow GAA with the Kelloggs Inclusive Cul Camp.
Netwatch Cullen Park
August 17th - August 21st
We have two options available:
- Full camp 10.00am-2.00pm €65 (inc kit) please book at this link: https://www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/page/5
- Shortened Day 10.00am-12.00pm €40 (€+3.55 Eventbrite booking fee) (inc kit) please book at this link: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/inclusive-cul-camp-short-day-10am-12pm-tickets-110640560896
For more information or any questions please contact Teresa on tomeara@carlowcoco.ie
Be Active at Home for Older Adults
A guide to keeping active at home during the Covid 19 pandemic, brought to you by Carlow Sports Partnership in conjunction with Kilkenny Sports Partnership and the Carlow County Council Community Well-being Campaign. This guide features tips, plan, links and ideas for keeping well physically and mentally during this pandemic.
See more information on ideas for activity during the Covid-19 pandemic on our Home | Covid 10 Page.
WALK TO JOG PROGRAMME
Our current Walk to Jog programme in partnership with local fitness instructor Joe Dunny is now full. Joe will support participants to progress from walking to jogging while adhering to current COVID19 restrictions. The programme is free. If you are interested in putting your name on the waitlist for the next Walk to Jog programme please email carlowsportspartnership@