- Wicklow Local Sports Partnership
- 0404 20100
- wicklowlsp@wicklowcoco.ie
Women in Sport (WIS) week is taking place March 4th– 10th.
The aim of Women in Sport Week is to:
- Celebrate every women and girl who plays, coaches, officiates, volunteers, works in and leads out on Women in Sport.
- Promote and highlight the ongoing work of Sport Ireland, NGBs, LSPs and other stakeholders and clubs under the topic of Women in Sport.
- Highlight some of the programmes/initiatives funded by Sport Ireland Women in Sport Programme.
Sport Ireland’s vision for women in sport is one where women have an equal opportunity to achieve their full potential, while enjoying a lifelong involvement in sport.
Check out the full list of activities being run by Active Wicklow:
Monday, March 4th
To kick off Women in Sport week, Sport Ireland invites you to a free one-hour lunchtime webinar on female athletes and pregnancy on Monday March 4th, 2024 12:00PM.
The session is open to all with an interest in Women in Sport. The webinar is capped at 500 attendees and registration will be on a first come, first served basis. Please feel free to share the registration link throughout your organisation and with your club network.
The webinar will consist of two back-to-back, 30-minute panel discussions:
- “lived experience as a female athlete” and the journey pre, during and post pregnancy
- “the team around the athlete” discussing the key female health factors to consider, the return to performance/activity post-pregnancy and where the research is at.
Register in advance for this webinar at https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_vCwfSBWrQ42TuHFJqooxSA
Unleash your inner strength and embrace the empowering world of kickboxing with our exclusive Women’s Taster Session! Designed for all fitness levels and ages, this dynamic and invigorating event promises to introduce you to the exhilarating art of kickboxing in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Tutor : Ann Hargaden
Women aged 16+ at 6pm
Venue : Bray Wheelers Clubhouse
Regsiter Here For Free
The workshop is made up of four main modules:
- Drop-out And Engagement in Girls’ Sport and Physical Activity
- Meeting the Psycho-Social Needs of Girls in Sport
- Key Considerations for Coaching Girls 12-17 years – Body image & Maturation
- Preparing for the Challenges of Adolescence in Girls
Date and time: Mon, 4 Mar 2024 18:30 – 21:30
Venue: Ardmore Rovers – Ballywaltrim
Register here
Thursday, March 7th
Workshop Content:
Understanding Female Physiology – Workshop with Q&A
– The educational basics
– Menstrual cycle awareness
– The 1% rule
– Supporting female athletes
Date and time: Thu, 7 Mar 2024 18:30 – 19:45
Venue: Online
Register For Free Here
Friday, March 8th
This introduction to Pilates class will cover gentle stretching , mobility , core and strength work for beginners.Throughout the class, there’s an emphasis on modifications and adjustments to accommodate varying fitness levels and individual needs.
Date and time: Fri, 8 Mar 2024 19:30 – 20:30
Location: Hollywood Community Centre
Register here
Saturday, March 9th
Date and time: Sat, 9 Mar 2024 10:00 – 12:00
Location: Railway Walk Car Park
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Walking leader: Bruce Copeland
An enjoyable 10km walk for beginners. The historic woods of Tomnafinnoge and the old railway track leading to the woods are exceptionally interesting to nature lovers. This walk takes in elements of the Tinahely Railway Walk.The views from many points along the route of the surrounding countryside are worth the effort of completing it.
On Saturday March 9th , Wicklow Archers will be hosting an Archery Come & Try at our beautiful Dargle Valley course in Enniskerry as part of Women in Sport Week 2024.
Join us from 10am to 11am for an hour of ourdoor archery, led by the Club’s experienced coaching team.
Sign up now through the registration form below. Places at the event are limited and your €10pp fee can be offset against our Beginners Course if you sign up after the Come & Try.
If you have any queries, please email pro@wicklowarchery.org.
Sunday, March 10th
Date and time: Sun, 10 Mar 2024 10:00 – 11:30
Meeting point: Bandstand Bray
Walking leader: Lisa Redmond
Register Here
WEAR PROPER SUPPORTED FOOTWEAR
Walkers will enjoy the scenic coastal view from Bray Head. At the top of Bray Head, there is a stone cross which was placed there in 1950 during the Holy Year. From here you get a panoramic view of Bray, North East Wicklow and Dublin Bay. You can also see some of Bray Head’s neighbouring mountains, the Great and Little Sugar Loaf and Carrickgollogan, locally known as Kathy Gallagher.
Game Changers: Spotlight on Wicklow’s Leading Ladies in Sport
Other programmes you may enjoy:
Thursday, February 22nd
Tutor Ella will guide you through the fundamentals of tennis, covering essential techniques such as proper grip, footwork, and basic strokes. With a focus on building a solid foundation, you’ll gain confidence in your abilities right from the start.
Tutor: Ella Tindale
Starting:Thursday 22nd February
Time : 12pm to 1pm
Duration : 8 Weeks (the programme is not on over the Easter Holidays)
Cost : €20
Register Here
Thursday, March 14th
Starting Thursday 14th March for 4 weeks
Register here
Location: Shoreline Leisure Greystones
Time: 5pm to 6pm
Tutor: Grainne Binns
BRING YOUR OWN SKATES and HELMET
All levels welcome. Geared towards girls aged 13 to 18, this programme is designed to be an exciting journey on wheels that goes beyond just skating.
