Laois Sports Partnership

Laois Sports Partnership: Safeguarding 1 – Child Welfare & Protection, Basic Awareness Workshop
2026-05-07 18:30 - 21:30, 2026-04-16 18:30 - 21:30, 2026-02-12 18:30 - 21:30, 2026-01-15 18:30 - 21:30, 2025-12-11 18:30 - 21:30, 2025-11-13 18:30 - 21:30 (Europe/Dublin) | Online
Sport Ireland’s Safeguarding 1 – Child Welfare & Protection, Basic Awareness Workshop.
Participants must be over 16 years of age.
Participants aged 16 or 17 must submit a consent form, signed by parent/guardian. Consent form can be emailed back to info@laoissports.ie
Participants will receive course material/link via email a few days before the course.
Certs will be emailed after course completion.
Please note that refunds will not be issued to participants who do not join the course.
FAQs
Online Workshop
This course will be delivered online via the Zoom platform. Login details will be emailed to all participants in advance of the training. Zoom can be downloaded for free to your device from the following link: https://zoom.us/download
If you haven’t used Zoom before, don’t worry. We will explain the basic functions at the start of the workshop.

Sport Ireland requires all attendees to have their video turned ON and have continuous engagement with the tutor in order to be certified.

Your Sport Ireland Certificate will be forwarded to you after the training.
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
Please call 057 86 71248 during office hours or email info@laoissports.ie
What’s the refund policy?
If you know in advance that you will not be able to attend, please notify the LSP office on 057 8671248 and we will endeavour to transfer your booking or issue a refund. If this course course is cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control, we will contact you directly to make alternate arrangements.
Privacy Policy:
Laois Sports Partnership CLG (LSP) is the data controller of your personal data. Our policy sets out how we collect, process, and hold your personal data if you visit our event ticket shop or otherwise provide personal data to us. If you wish to withdraw your consent or if you wish for your data to be removed, please contact us as info@laoissports.ie or (057) 86 71248.
View our Privacy Policy here: Privacy Policy | Laois Sports Partnership

Sports First Aid Course
2026-04-18 09:30 - 14:00 | Portlaoise Parish Centre, Saint Peter & Paul's, Portleix House, Dublin Rd, Borris Little, Portlaoise, Co. Laois,, R32 FH67, Ireland
First Aid for Sports (Including Child First Aid)
Course Overview
This First Aid for Sports course covers the full Emergency First Aid syllabus, adapted for sports. It is ideal for Sports Teachers, Personal Trainers, Coaches, Yoga and Pilates Teachers, football, rugby, hockey, tennis and any other sports to equip you with vital skills and confidence to help an adult or child experiencing a medical emergency in a sports environment. Prompt and appropriate First Aid reduces the pain and suffering experienced by a casualty and could save their life.
This course covers CPR( Advisory), choking, bleeding, burns, spinal injuries, asthma, bites and stings and much more., however a CFR course is required in order to receive CFR CERTIFICATION. This course is an excellent first aid training package for people to gain invaluable knowledge to prepare themselves for delivering first aid.

Course Features
The course consists of illustrated step by step directions, flow charts, diagrams, videos with practical interaction.

Certificate on completion. This course should take around 4.5 hours and is valid for 2 years
Important Information
It is impossible to cover all eventualities within this course, or to equip you with the knowledge and skills to appropriately diagnose and treat in unpredictable real life situations. If you suspect serious illness or injury, you should always seek immediate professional medical advice. Every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information contained within the course,
About the Author
The course material has been prepare by Jude Feehan . First aid Instructor and founder of Safety Courses Ireland in conjunction with other medical and first aid professionals. If you have any queries concerning this course, please contact judesafetycoursesireland@gmail.com
Course Contents

Action in an emergency
Unresponsive and breathing
Recovery position
Secondary survey
Unconscious and not breathing
Resuscitation
Heart attack and angina
Choking
Drowning
Anaphylactic shock
Wounds and bleeding
Dressings
Fainting
Burns (including sunburn)
Dislocation
Bandaging
Head injuries
Skull fracture
Spinal injuries
recovery position
Fitting, seizures, convulsions

4-week Pilates (with Props) Programme with Sabrina Comerford
2026-04-15 17:00 - 2026-05-06 18:00 | Portarlington Community Centre, Link Road Portarlington, Leinster, R32D797, Ireland
Pilates for 4 weeks (4 sessions). Intended for women aged 18 years and over to develop on their flexibility.

4-week Pilates (with Props) Programme with Sabrina Comberford
Props include long foam rollers, resistance rings and bands, small balls and blocks.
Where: Portarlington Community Centre
When: Wednesday Evenings
Time: 5.00-6.00pm
Date: Starting 15th April
Cost: €20 for 4-weeks
Contact? Sabrina 087 6467305

Total Price: €20.00 per participants (incl booking fee) for the 4 sessions
FAQs
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
Intended for women aged 18 years and over
What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?
Parking available
What can I bring into the event?
* Adults to bring their own mat, appropriate gear and water
* Please park at the carpark at Portarlington Community Centre
* Please arrive at least 5 minutes before class begins
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
Contact Liam Kelly 086 0111722 (csdo@laoissports.ie) or Laois LSP on 057 8671248 during office hours.

Fossey Mountain Hike with Alice in Yogaland
2026-03-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Timahoe Community Hall, Timahoe, Laois, R32KC82
7km Hike followed by Refreshments in the Tower & Bean, Timahoe.
When? Sunday 8th March, 10am
Where? Meet at Timahoe Community Hall
Cost? €10 per person
Age: 18+ years
Info: Moderate Level of Fitness. Dress Weather Appropriate.

Laois Canoe & Kayak - Start your Kayaking Journey
2026-03-07 14:00 - 16:00 | Laois Kayak and Canoe Club, Old Bridge, Course, Durrow, Co. Laois, Leinster, R32 C5FC, Ireland
When? Saturday 7th March, Session 2: 2pm to 4pm
Where? Laois Kayak & Canoe Club, the Old Bridge Durrow, Co. Laois. R32 C5FC
Cost? €10 per person (Limited Availability)
Age: Minimum age is 14 – juniors (under 18 years of age) should be accompanied by a responsible adult – the adult doesn’t need to participate on the water.
Info: Changing and toilet facilities are available in the clubhouse.
Dress for the weather – most likely participants will get wet – bring preferably a wetsuit (or if not an old tracksuit and thin layers such as rash vests), old runners, towel, change of clothes, sugary snack, drink. The club will provide all the other gear and equipment for the session.
Max no. of participants 12
As is normal practice, the instructors will review suitability of conditions (river flow, temperature, hazards, etc.) on the morning of the event and may cancel if risk is deemed too high. We should have a good indication of conditions on the week running up to the Saturday.
Laois Kayak will submit an event risk assessment to Canoeing Ireland.

Laois Canoe & Kayak - Start your Kayaking Journey
2026-03-07 11:00 - 13:00 | Laois Kayak and Canoe Club, Old Bridge, Course, Durrow, Co. Laois, Leinster, R32 C5FC, Ireland
When? Saturday 7th March
Session 1: 11am to 1pm
Where? Laois Kayak & Canoe Club, the Old Bridge Durrow, Co. Laois. R32 C5FC
Cost? €10 per person (Limited Availability)
Age: Minimum age is 14 – juniors (under 18 years of age) should be accompanied by a responsible adult – the adult doesn’t need to participate on the water.
Info: Changing and toilet facilities are available in the clubhouse.
Dress for the weather – most likely participants will get wet – bring preferably a wetsuit (or if not an old tracksuit and thin layers such as rash vests), old runners, towel, change of clothes, sugary snack, drink. The club will provide all the other gear and equipment for the session.
Max no. of participants 12
As is normal practice, the instructors will review suitability of conditions (river flow, temperature, hazards, etc.) on the morning of the event and may cancel if risk is deemed too high. We should have a good indication of conditions on the week running up to the Saturday.
Laois Kayak will submit an event risk assessment to Canoeing Ireland.

Laois Dance Academy Taster Session: Body in Motion. Killenard Community Centre
2026-03-07 10:30 - 11:30 | Killenard Community Centre, Ballycarroll, Killenard, Laois, Laois
Body in Motion is a music-led dance fitness class for adults who want to get fit through movement that feels good. Using pop and throwback tracks, the class blends easy dance patterns with natural movement to improve stamina, mobility, and overall fitness — no dance experience needed.
When: Saturday 7th March, 10.30-11.30am
Where: Killenard – Killenard Community Centre
Age: Females 18years +
Cost: €5 per class

Self Defence Taster Session for Teenage Girls with Portlaoise Combat Academy
2026-03-05 19:00 - 20:00 | Portlaoise Combat Academy, Unit 13B National Enterprise Park, Portlaoise, Leinster, R32 A588, Ireland
When? Thursday, 5th March
Time? 7pm
Where? Portlaoise Combat Academy, Unit 13 B National Enterprise Park, Portlaoise, Co. Laois
Cost? €5 per person
Age: 13-18 years

Activator Pole Walk - Courtwood
2026-03-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Courtwood, Kilbrackan, Laois, R32H6T1, Ireland
An 3KM Activator Pole Walk will take place in Courtwood on Thursday March 5th at 10am
Register for Free below

Small Group Strength Training for Women with Tommy Delaney Fitness
2026-03-05 09:30 - 10:30 | Tommy Delaney Fitness, Unit 3, Townparks, Mountmellick, Laois, R32FX95, Ireland
When: Thursday, 6th March, 9.30am
Where: Tommy Delaney Fitness, Unit 3, Townparks, Mountmellick, Co. Laois, R32 FX95
Age: Females 35+
Info: Suitable for beginners to restarters.
Cost: €5 per class

4-week Female S&C Programme with SEVA Strength
2026-03-05 07:30 - 2026-03-26 08:30 | Seva Strength, Railway St, Maryborough, Portlaoise, Co. Laois, R32 HD45, Portlaoise, Laois, R32 C8XY, Ireland
When: Starting Thursday, 5th March, 7.30am
Where: SEVA Strength, Portlaoise
Age: Females 16+
Info: Suitable for beginners to restarters.
Cost: €30 for 4-week programme.

Ladies 6-week Bootcamp with Malone Fitness
2026-03-04 19:00 - 2026-04-08 20:00 | Killeshin Community Center, Killeshin, Co. Laois, Laois, Leinster, Ireland
When: Starting Wednesday, 4th March, 7.00pm
Where: Killeshin Community Hall
Age: Females 18+
Info: Suitable for beginners to restarters.
Cost: €30

Pilates with Sabrina: Taster Session
2026-03-04 17:00 - 18:00 | Portarlington Community Centre, Link Road Portarlington, Leinster, R32D797, Ireland
When: 4th March 2026
Time: 5-6pm
Where: Portarlington Community Centre
Cost: €5

Swimmin Women - Aqua Aerobics (6-Week Programme)
2026-03-04 12:45 - 2026-04-08 13:45 | Portarlington Leisure Centre
When: Wednesdays
Starting: 4th March – 8th April
Time: 12.45pm
Where: Portarlington Leisure Centre
Cost? €30

Self Defence Taster Session for Women with Portlaoise Combat Academy
2026-03-03 19:00 - 20:00 | Portlaoise Combat Academy, Unit 13B National Enterprise Park, Portlaoise, Leinster, R32 A588, Ireland
When? Tuesday, 3rd March
Time? 7pm
Where? Portlaoise Combat Academy, Unit 13 B National Enterprise Park, Portlaoise, Co. Laois
Cost? €5 per person
Age: 18+ years

Small Group Strength Training for Women with Tommy Delaney Fitness
2026-03-03 18:30 - 19:30 | Tommy Delaney Fitness, Unit 3, Townparks, Mountmellick, Laois, R32FX95, Ireland
When: Tuesday 3rd March, 6.30pm
Where: Tommy Delaney Fitness, Unit 3, Townparks, Mountmellick, Co. Laois, R32 FX95
Age: Females 35+
Info: Suitable for beginners to restarters.
Cost: €5 per class

Community Walk with Mountmellick Walking Group: Emo Court
2026-03-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Emo Court Car Park, Emo Court & Parklands Emo Co. Laois, Emo, Leinster, R32 C44V, Ireland
When: Tuesday, 3rd March
Where: Emo Court.
Time: Meet at Main Car Park 10am
Age: Females 18years +
Info: 5-7km Walk. Moderate Fitness Levels. Dress appropriately.
Cost: FREE. Must Register in Advance

Laois Dance Academy Taster Session: Body in Motion
2026-03-02 20:00 - 21:00 | Portlaoise Dance Academy, Hynds Square, Portlaoise, Laois, R32X659
Body in Motion is a music-led dance fitness class for adults who want to get fit through movement that feels good. Using pop and throwback tracks, the class blends easy dance patterns with natural movement to improve stamina, mobility, and overall fitness — no dance experience needed.
When: Monday 2nd March, 8.00-9.00pm
Where: Portlaoise – Laois Dance Academy
Age: Females 18 years +
Cost: €5 per class

Laois Sports Partnership: Safeguarding 2 - Online Workshop, Club Children’s Officer Training
2026-01-29 18:30 - 21:30, 2025-11-06 18:30 - 21:30 | Online
A person appointed to Safeguarding 2 – Club Children’s Officer Position in a club must have completed Safeguarding 1 (Child Welfare & Protection Basic Awareness workshop) and should complete the NEW Club Children’s Officer 3 hour workshop. This course will help the Club Children’s Officer to carry out the function of their role in the club and support the implementation of best practice in the club. Participants will also receive a Club Children’s Officer Action Planning document as part of the training.
Participants must be over 16 years of age.
Participants aged 16 or 17 must submit a consent form, signed by parent/guardian. Consent form can be emailed back to info@laoissports.ie
Participants will receive course material/link via email a few days before the course.
Certs will be emailed after course completion.

Sport Ireland requires all attendees to have their video turned ON and have continuous engagement with the tutor in order to be certified.

Please note that refunds will not be issued to participants who do not join the course.
FAQs
Online Workshop
This course will be delivered online via the Zoom platform. Login details will be emailed to all participants in advance of the training. Zoom can be downloaded for free to your device from the following link: https://zoom.us/download
If you haven’t used Zoom before, don’t worry. We will explain the basic functions at the start of the workshop.
Your Sport Ireland Certificate will be forwarded to you after the training.
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
Please call 057 86 71248 during office hours or email info@laoissports.ie
What’s the refund policy?
If you know in advance that you will not be able to attend, please notify the LSP office on 057 8671248 and we will endeavour to transfer your booking or issue a refund. If this course course is cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control, we will contact you directly to make alternate arrangements.
Privacy Policy:
Laois Sports Partnership CLG (LSP) is the data controller of your personal data. Our policy sets out how we collect, process, and hold your personal data if you visit our event ticket shop or otherwise provide personal data to us. If you wish to withdraw your consent or if you wish for your data to be removed, please contact us as info@laoissports.ie or (057) 86 71248.
View our Privacy Policy here: Privacy Policy | Laois Sports Partnership

Early Morning Circuit Classes with SEVA Strength
2026-01-08 07:30 - 2026-01-29 08:15 | Seva Strength, Railway St, Maryborough, Portlaoise, Co. Laois, R32 HD45, Portlaoise, Laois, R32 C8XY, Ireland
Early Morning Circuit Classes with SEVA Strength
4 week programme in partnership with SEVA Strength. Circuit classes with Seva Strength starting 8th January. Aimed at beginners, intermediate and experienced people. Get fit, strong and mobile in a safe and supportive environment.
When: Thursday mornings, Starting 8th January .
Time: 7:30- 8:15am
Cost: €30 for 4 weeks
Where: Seva Strength, Portlaoise, R32 HD45
Register: via LSP Website
Contact: Sean (SEVA) 085 730 6930
LIMITED AVAILABILITY
Privacy Policy:
Laois Sports Partnership CLG (LSP) is the data controller of your personal data. Our policy sets out how we collect, process, and hold your personal data if you visit our event ticket shop or otherwise provide personal data to us. If you wish to withdraw your consent or if you wish for your data to be removed, please contact us as info@laoissports.ie or 05786 71248.
View our Privacy Policy here

4-week Pilates Programme with Sabrina
2026-01-07 - 2026-01-28 | Portarlington Community Centre, Link Road Portarlington, Leinster, R32D797, Ireland
4-week Pilates Programme with Sabrina. Intended for women aged 18 years and over to develop their flexibility.
Where? Portarlington Community Centre
When? Wednesday Evenings
Time? 5.00-6.00pm
Date? Starting 7th January
Cost: €20 for 4-weeks

FAQs
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
Participants must be aged 18 years or older
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
Please call 087 6467305 during office hours or email Liam – CSDO@laoissports.ie
You should understand that when participating in any exercise or exercise program, there is the possibility of physical injury. If you engage in this exercise or exercise program, you agree that you do so at your own risk, are voluntarily participating in these activities, assume all risk of injury to yourself, and agree to release and discharge Laois Sports Partnership from any and all claims or causes of action, known or unknown, arising out of participating in this activator training.
What’s the refund policy?
If you know in advance that you will not be able to attend, please notify the LSP office on 057 8671248 and we will endeavour to transfer your booking or issue a refund. If this course course is cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control, we will contact you directly to make alternate arrangements.
Privacy Policy:
Laois Sports Partnership CLG (LSP) is the data controller of your personal data. Our policy sets out how we collect, process, and hold your personal data if you visit our event ticket shop or otherwise provide personal data to us. If you wish to withdraw your consent or if you wish for your data to be removed, please contact us as info@laoissports.ie or (057) 86 71248.
View our Privacy Policy here: Privacy Policy | Laois Sports Partnership

4-week Pilates Programme with Sabrina
2025-11-05 - 2025-11-26 | Portarlington Community Centre, Link Road Portarlington, Leinster, R32D797, Ireland
4-week Pilates Programme with Sabrina. Intended for women aged 18 years and over to develop their flexibility.
Where? Portarlington Community Centre
When? Wednesday Evenings
Time? 5.00-6.00pm
Date? Starting 5th November
Cost: €20 for 4-weeks

FAQs
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
Participants must be aged 18 years or older
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
Please call 087 6467305 during office hours or email Liam – CSDO@laoissports.ie
You should understand that when participating in any exercise or exercise program, there is the possibility of physical injury. If you engage in this exercise or exercise program, you agree that you do so at your own risk, are voluntarily participating in these activities, assume all risk of injury to yourself, and agree to release and discharge Laois Sports Partnership from any and all claims or causes of action, known or unknown, arising out of participating in this activator training.
What’s the refund policy?
If you know in advance that you will not be able to attend, please notify the LSP office on 057 8671248 and we will endeavour to transfer your booking or issue a refund. If this course course is cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control, we will contact you directly to make alternate arrangements.
Privacy Policy:
Laois Sports Partnership CLG (LSP) is the data controller of your personal data. Our policy sets out how we collect, process, and hold your personal data if you visit our event ticket shop or otherwise provide personal data to us. If you wish to withdraw your consent or if you wish for your data to be removed, please contact us as info@laoissports.ie or (057) 86 71248.
View our Privacy Policy here: Privacy Policy | Laois Sports Partnership

Self-Defence Programme for Females
2025-10-09 - 2025-11-13 | Portlaoise Combat Academy, Unit 13B National Enterprise Park, Portlaoise, Leinster, R32 A588, Ireland
Self-Defence Programme for Females
6-week Self-Defence Programme for Females in collaboration with Portlaoise Combat Academy.
When: Thursday Evenings, starting 9th October
Time: 7pm
Where: Portlaoise Combat Academy, Unit 13B National Enterprise Park Portlaoise.
Age: 18 years +
Cost: €30 for 6-weeks (Must register in advance to secure place)
Contact: Liam 086-0111722
Register via Laois Sports Partnership website – https://www.laoissports.ie/events/
Privacy Policy:
Laois Sports Partnership CLG (LSP) is the data controller of your personal data. Our policy sets out how we collect, process, and hold your personal data if you visit our event ticket shop or otherwise provide personal data to us. If you wish to withdraw your consent or if you wish for your data to be removed, please contact us as info@laoissports.ie or (057) 86 71248.
View our Privacy Policy here

Early Morning Circuit Classes for Women with SEVA Strength
2025-09-23 - 2025-10-28 | Seva Strength, Railway St, Maryborough, Portlaoise, Co. Laois, R32 HD45, Portlaoise, Laois, R32 C8XY, Ireland
Early Morning Circuit Classes for Women with SEVA Strength
6-week programme in partnership with SEVA Strength. Women only circuit classes with Seva Strength starting 23rd September . Aimed at beginners, intermediate and experienced people. Get fit, strong and mobile in a safe and supportive environment.
When: Tuesday mornings, Starting 23rd September .
Time: 8 AM
Cost: €30 for 6-weeks
Where: Seva Strength, Portlaoise, R32 HD45
Register: via LSP Website
Contact: Sean (SEVA) 085 730 6930
LIMITED AVAILABILITY
Privacy Policy:
Laois Sports Partnership CLG (LSP) is the data controller of your personal data. Our policy sets out how we collect, process, and hold your personal data if you visit our event ticket shop or otherwise provide personal data to us. If you wish to withdraw your consent or if you wish for your data to be removed, please contact us as info@laoissports.ie or 05786 71248.
View our Privacy Policy here
