Longford Sports Partnership

Great opportunity to try Volleyball with Longford Smashers VC St. Mary's Community Centre & Sports Hub Edgeworthstown

Longford County Council
Sport Ireland
Volleyball Ireland

🏐 VOLLEYBALL TRYOUTS – JOIN US!

Are you ready to showcase your skills and compete at National League level? We’re looking for committed and passionate players to join our teams!

🔥 Open positions:
• Division 2 Women’s
• Division 3 Men’s

📅 Date: 20 June
⏰ Time: 12:00–14:00
📍 Location: St Mary’s Community Campus, Edgeworthstown, Co. Longford

⚠️ Booking in advance is required
📩 Message: +353 87 220 6576

Step onto the court and take your game to the next level 💪🏐

🏊‍♂️ Inclusive Swim Lessons for Children - Summer Programme 2026 🏊‍♀️

We’re delighted to launch our Inclusive Swim Lessons for Children with additional needs, in conjunction with Swim Ireland and Longford Sports & Leisure Centre 🌟

This welcoming and supportive programme is designed for participants with additional needs, including physical, intellectual, sensory, neurodivergent, mental health, communication, and social or environmental needs. 💙

🌊 Benefits of Swimming
Swimming helps build confidence, improve water safety skills, strengthen muscles, support coordination, and provides a fun way to stay active while enjoying the water. 😊

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Important Note: Parents/Guardians aged 18+ are required to be in the water with their child throughout the session.

🏅 LSP Swim Coach Mark will be present to guide participants, offering valuable support, swimming tips, and helping everyone become comfortable in the water.

👥 Limited Spaces Available!

📅 Programme Length: 6 Weeks
🗓️ Starting: Monday, July 6th, 2026

⏰ Session 2:Children aged 5–12 years- 4 places available
🕜 1:30pm – 2:00pm

💶 Cost: €30

📍 Location: Longford Sports & Leisure Centre, Albert Reynolds Peace Park, Longford

🔗 Click the link to join in and secure your place today https://buytickets.at/longfordsportspartnership/2176546



Longford County Council
Sport Ireland
Swim Ireland
Longford Sports & Leisure Centre

🟢 MEN'S HEALTH WEEK 2026 – A DAY FOR YOU, A LIFETIME OF BENEFITS

Join us on Friday 19th June for a full day of free activities designed to support men's physical health, mental wellbeing, and social connection.

Whether you're looking to get active, try something new, test your fitness, or simply meet others in a welcoming environment, there's something for everyone.
📍 Longford Athletics Centre & The Mall, Longford
💪 10:00am – Men's Health Exercise Class
🧘 11:00am – Tai Chi for Men
🏆 12:30pm–2:30pm – Men's Health Challenge
🥊 2:00pm – Boxercise
🎯 2:00pm – Petanque (The Mall, Longford)

The Men's Health Challenge includes:
✅ Grip Strength Test
✅ Flexibility Test
✅ Balance Test
✅ Coordination Test

All activities are free and open to men of all ages and abilities.
Take a positive step towards better health, wellbeing, and connection this Men's Health Week.

Register by clicking on the link https://buytickets.at/menshealthweek

One Step at a Time – Progress, Not Perfection.

-🌊 Join Our Inclusive Kayaking Summer Programme 🚣‍♀️

Get ready for an exciting summer adventure at Branigan Harbour!

This inclusive kayaking programme is designed for adults, teens & children with additional needs, including: physical, intellectual, sensory, neurodivergent, mental health, communication & social/environment.

This programme allows participants to explore the fun and freedom of kayaking in a safe and supportive environment.

💙 Our programme is the perfect opportunity to:
✅ Learn the basics of kayaking
✅ Build confidence on the water
✅ Enjoy fun, inclusive outdoor activities
✅ Meet new people and make great memories

For safety reasons participants should be comfortable in the water.

🚣‍♀️ Group 1: Adults (18+) - 4 places available
🗓️ July 21–23
⏰ 11:00am – 12:00pm
📍 Branigan Harbour

🚣‍♀️ Group 2: Teens (13–17) - 5 places available
🗓️ July 21–23
⏰ 12:15pm – 1:15pm
📍 Branigan Harbour

🚣‍♀️ Group 3: Kids (8–12) - full at present
🗓️ July 21–23
⏰ 1:30pm – 2:30pm
📍 Branigan Harbour

💶 Cost: €15 per participant

🌟 Our fantastic LSP tutors Bob & Eimear are back for another summer of exciting kayaking sessions on the amazing Branigan Harbour!

🦺 What’s provided:
✔️ Wetsuits
✔️ Buoyancy aids
✔️ Experienced tutors to guide each session

💡 Important Information:
• Parents/guardians are asked to remain at the water entry point during sessions.
• Kayaking sessions may be cancelled if weather conditions are unsafe.
• Screening will be conducted to ensure the programme is suitable for each participant.

⚠️ Spaces are limited, so don’t wait sign up now and paddle your way to adventure this summer https://buytickets.at/longfordsportspartnership/2171743



Longford County Council
Sport Ireland

📢TIME TO HAVE YOUR SAY 📢

The Government has launched a public consultation on the first review of the Disability Act 2005 in over 20 years.

People with disabilities, families, carers and representative groups are encouraged to have their say and help shape future disability legislation.

If you have experience of barriers or successes in accessing sport, physical activity or community participation, this is an important opportunity to make your voice heard.

Consultation closes 9 September. Submissions are invited via email, post, audio/video, online form, Braille and Irish Sign Language.

Find further information here 🔗 https://www.gov.ie/.../public-consultation-to-inform-the.../

HAVE YOUR SAY 📢

The Government has launched a public consultation on the first review of the Disability Act 2005 in over 20 years. People with disabilities, families, carers and representative groups are encouraged to have their say and help shape future disability legislation.

If you have experience of barriers or successes in accessing sport, physical activity or community participation, this is an important opportunity to make your voice heard.

Consultation closes 9 September. Submissions are invited via email, post, audio/video, online form, Braille and Irish Sign Language.

Find further information here 🔗 https://www.gov.ie/en/department-of-children-disability-and-equality/consultations/public-consultation-to-inform-the-review-of-the-disability-act-2005/



Department of Children, Disability and Equality
Norma Foley - TD | Emer Higgins T.D.