National programmes
The Code of Ethics and Good Practice for Children's Sport
The Irish Sports Council and the Sports Council for Northern Ireland published a joint Code of Ethics and Good Practice for Children's Sport in 2000. This major joint publication recognised the commitment of both Councils to ensure that young people are safeguarded in their participation in sport in the island of Ireland. Read more...
Buntus: Sport for young people
Buntús is a motivating multi-sport programme set up by The Irish Sports Council, enabling a network of Local Sports Partnerships to provide teachers and childcare practitioners, in their local area, with training that can benefit children by introducing them to sport and physical activity. Read more...
Women in Sport
Women in Sport programme aims to increase the participation of women in sport. It promotes the positive aspects of sport and health benefits and encourages women to take up volunteer positions. Read more...
Go for Life
The Go for Life Programme aims to increase participation among older people in recreational sport activities. According to research, getting and staying active has an enormous effect on our quality of life as we get older. Read more...
Active Leadership
This award is designed to provide trained, knowledgeable and enthusiastic community based physical activity leaders. The intended outcome is that the trainee leader will be competent and confident in taking charge of a group for physical activity sessions. Read more...
National Trails Day 2009 - Sunday 4th October
National Trails Day is a celebration of Irelands wonderful variety of trails and a chance for everyone to enjoy some of our most beautiful countryside, forests, mountains and lakes. National Trails Day 2008 was very successful, with more than 6,000 people getting out to enjoy trails in a variety of ways at over 67 events held across the country. Last year we had "bat walks", mountain bike cycles, family orienteering, Leave No Trace hikes, trail conservation work, heritage walks and just plain ordinary walking! This year there will be even more interesting and exciting things on a trail, be it on land or water. Read more...
Walk for Heart - Irish Heart Week 21-27 September
The Irish Heart Foundation is encouraging adults to Walk for Heart by stepping it out and becoming more active this Irish Heart Week September 21-27. The campaign will educate the public on the many health benefits of being regularly active and the national heart health charity is encouraging individuals, communities and workplaces to sign up to a 4-week Walking or Step Challenge. Read more...
Fit For Life - Athletics Ireland
The Fit4Life programme, www.athleticsireland.ie/content/?page_id=3156 an initiative of Athletics Ireland, can help you develop your fitness in a fun sociable environment. You can start at any age, no previous experience is required and you can choose a pace to your level of fitness. Read more...
