Meath Sports

Women in Sport Week 2026
2026-03-02 09:00 - 2026-03-08 17:00 (Europe/Dublin)
WOMEN IN SPORT WEEK – 2ND TO 8TH MARCH
Women in Sport Week 2026 will take place from Monday 2nd to Sunday 8th March, celebrating and supporting female participation in sport and physical activity across County Meath.
Organised by Meath Local Sports Partnership, this exciting week-long initiative will feature a diverse range of activities and programmes designed specifically for women and girls of all ages, backgrounds, abilities and fitness levels.
What to Expect
Throughout the week, participants can take part in:

Beginner-friendly taster sessions
Social sport activities
Outdoor and community-based programmes
Activities tailored for teenage girls, adult women and older women

Whether you are completely new to exercise, returning after a break, or looking to try something different, there will be opportunities to suit everyone.
Why Take Part?
Women in Sport Week aims to:

Encourage more women and girls to get active in a welcoming and supportive environment
Highlight the physical, mental and social benefits of participation in sport
Promote inclusive, social opportunities that build confidence and community
Increase awareness of long-term sporting and physical activity opportunities available locally

This is a fantastic opportunity to try something new, meet like-minded people, and take a positive step towards a healthier lifestyle.
Register Now

0-3k & 3-5k Social Running Programme
2026-03-02 18:30 - 2026-04-13 20:00
The 0-3k (Walk to Jog) is suitable for complete beginners and supports those to go from walking to jogging with relative ease. The structured programme is available for anyone who wants to increase their daily activity and is suitable for people of all ages (18+) and fitness levels. The 3-5k – Jog to Run is ideal for those who would like to improve running fitness and increase their pace & distance. This programme suits those who have already completed a 0-3k or have previous running experience.
All coaching sessions are delivered by qualified club coaches who are experienced runners and are on hand to guide and support everyone taking part. The duration of each programme is 6-weeks and cost is €20.
Start Date: Monday 2nd March
TARA – meeting at Tara Sport Grounds, Ross Cross – REGISTER HERE
NAVAN – meeting at Claremont Stadium, Navan – REGISTER HERE
TRIM – meeting at Supermac Carpark, Navan Road, Trim – REGISTER HERE
KELLS – meeting at Kells Business Park, Kells – REGISTER HERE

Social Pétanque for women 18+
2026-03-04 11:00 - 12:00 | Bettystown Civic Centre, Seaview terrace, Bettystown, Meath, A92AEC6, Ireland
Come and Try Social Pétanque
As part of Women In Sport Week come along and join in with social Pétanque on Bettystown Beach.
Pétanque is an adapted version of boules, played in an outdoor social setting.
Suitable for women 18+
Time – 11am
Date – 4th March
Venue – Bettystown beach in front of civic building

Social Badminton for Women - Oldcastle
2026-03-04 19:00 - 20:00
Come & Try Badminton in Oldcastle
Badminton Ireland and Meath LSP are delighted to support Oldcastle Badminton Club to provide a Come & Try Badminton taster session for complete beginners & improvers in Oldcastle starting Wednesday 4th March at 7pm. Badminton is a great sport and an ideal way to gain fitness and play socially. Programme is led by qualified Badminton Ireland Coaches. Places are limited; early booking is advised.
Programme: Come & Try Badminton
Venue: St. Olivers Post Primary School, Oldcastle
Date & Time: Wednesday 4th March @ 7pm
Cost: Free
Register: email clairefagan@yahoo.ie

Social Basketball for Women - Ashbourne
2026-03-04 19:00 - 20:00
Come & Try Social Basketball in Ashbourne
Social Basketball for women 18+ is open in Ashbourne Community School on Wednesday 4th March at 7pm. The programme emphasizes on participation and fun where participants have the opportunity to learn the key basketball skills and play in a supportive environment without the pressure of competition. All programmes are aimed towards complete beginners and those with previous experience and is delivered by qualified coaches.
Programme: Social Basketball for Women 18+
Venue: Ashbourne Community School
Date & Time: Wednesday 4th March @ 7pm
To Register: https://eventmaster.ie/event/WpDju65i0j

Multi Sport Taster for Migrant Women 18+
2026-03-05 11:00 - 13:00 | Claremont Stadium, Commons Rd, Navan, Meath, Ireland
As part of Women in Sport Week, we are hosting a multi-sport taster event for Migrant and Ethnic Minority Women.
Come along and try a variety of sports including Gaelic Football, Badminton, Tag rugby and Table Tennis.
Spend the morning with like-minded women, try something new and have some fun!
This is a free event but registration is required.
Register using the link below or contact Paula on 046-9067887 if you need assistance with registration.
Click here to register

Social Tag Rugby - Kells
2026-03-06 18:30 - 19:30
Come & Try Tag Rugby for women takes place on Friday 6th March from 6.30pm – 7.30pm in Grange Glebe, Kells, A82K6V3. This programme is a social approach to tag rugby and a great opportunity to try a new sport without the pressure of competition. It also a fantastic way to keep fit and meet others. Whether you are a complete beginner to Tag Rugby or returning to the sport, this is an ideal opportunity to get started. The programme is free of charge and suitable for women 18+. No previous experience required.

Programme: Tag Rugby for Women
Venue: North Meath RFC, Grange Glebe, Kells A82K6V3
Date: Friday 6th March
Time: 6.30pm
Cost: Free
To register: https://forms.gle/uHV3C3qSZekedg9y5

Social Cycle for Women
2026-03-07 09:30 - 12:00
Womens Social Cycle on the Greenwway
Come and join us for a social cycle on the Boyne to Lakelands Greenway to celebrate Women in Sport Week. Starting in Park Beo Greenway Hub in Wilkinstown, the first part will bring us to Nobber with the choice of then continuing to Whitewood Lake in Kilmainhamwood. This is a fabulous opportunity to cycle along the scenic surrounding of the greenway in a relaxed and comfortable environment led by qualified bike ride leaders. Finishing with a coffee and chat back at Park Beo. All participants receive a puncture repair kit.
Event: Womens Social Cycle
Meeting Place: Park Beo Greenway Hub
Date: Saturday 7th March
Time: 9.30am
Cost: €5
Registration: https://eventmaster.ie/event/EY00c4EF74

Social Soccer for Womenb 16+
2026-03-07 10:00 - 11:00
Rossin Rovers AFC are hosting a Come & Try Social Soccer for Women taking place in Rossin Rovers FC soccer pitch on Saturday 7th March at 10am. Rossin Rovers are providing this programme to women and girls from 16 yrs+ and is ideally suited to complete beginners or those returning to the sport.
Programme: Social Soccer for Women 16+
Venue: Rossin Rovers AFC, Slane, C15 N24H
Date & Time: Saturday 7th March @ 10am
Cost: Free
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/meath-lsp-introducing-social-soccer-for-women-with-rossin-rovers-afc-tickets-1984001802800?aff=oddtdtcreator
or email RossinRoversclubsecretary@outlook.com

Safeguarding 1 Basic Awareness in Child Protection Workshop (FULLY BOOKED)
2026-03-10 18:30 - 21:30, 2026-03-25 18:30 - 21:30 | Zoom Online
Meath Local Sports Partnership offers a 3-hour basic awareness workshop for leaders within sports clubs/organisations.

The workshop will highlight the main principles of the Code and look at measures that clubs can take to create and maintain the safest possible environment for sport for young people.
As well as undertaking child protection training, all clubs are encouraged to adopt child protection policies and procedures as outlined in the Code of Ethics and Good Practice for Children’s Sport.

Participants attending Safeguarding 1 Basic Awareness workshop must be over 18 years of age to attend.
The cost of the course is €25 if you are in a club in Meath and €40 if you are in a club outside of Meath.
This course is now full: Please call Aoife on 0469067887 or email aheffernan@meathcoco.ie to put your name on the cancellation list.
As demand for places is high, please make every effort to give enough notice of cancellation.
Please note that there are no refunds if you fail to give at least 24 hours notice of cancellation.

Safeguarding 3 Designated Liaison Person Workshop (FULLY BOOKED)
2026-03-18 18:30 - 21:30 | Zoom Online
The third part of the ISC Child Welfare & Protection Training Programme is the Designated Liaison Person workshop.
Every club/organisation should designate a person to be responsible for dealing with any concerns about the protection of children. The Designated Liaison Person is responsible for reporting allegations or suspicions of child abuse to TUSLA Child and Family Agency and/or An Garda Siochána. It is recommended that this person is a senior club person. However, if there is difficulty identifying a separate individual to take this role, the Club Children’s Officer can be appointed as Designated Liaison Person once the club/organisation is clear about the responsibilities of each role. The organisation’s child protection policy and procedures should include the name and contact details of the Designated Liaison Person and the responsibilities attached to the role.
A person appointed to the Designated Liaison Person position in a club must have completed the Basic Awareness Workshop in Child Welfare & Protection and should complete the NEW Designated Liaison Person 3 hour workshop.
It is essential that those who wish to attend the Safeguarding 3 Designated Liaison Person (DLP) Training have attended the Safeguarding 1 Child Welfare & Protection Workshop.

A club may appoint the same person to both the CCO and DLP positions however best practice advises that they are kept as separate roles.
Cost: The cost for this course is €25 per person for clubs in Meath, for participants outside Meath the cost is €40 per person.
This course is now full: Please call Aoife on 0469067887 or email aheffernan@meathcoco.ie to put your name on the cancellation list.
*A laptop/ipad/smart phone along with a good internet connection is required for this course.
As demand for places is high, please make every effort to give enough notice of cancellation. Please note that there are no refunds if you fail to attend on the night.

Sports Injuries First Aid Workshop (FULLY BOOKED)
2026-03-27 18:30 - 22:00 | MDL Grounds Navan, Trim Road,, Navan, Meath, Ireland
Date: Friday, 27th March
Time: 6.30pm to 10pm
Venue: MDL grounds, Trim Rd, Navan
The Sports Injuries First Aid Course is aimed at coaches, mentors, teachers, supervisors, players, athletes and volunteers.
This course covers a comprehensive range of topics to prepare participants to administer First Aid care. Participants will learn practical skills so that they can deal competently with situations that may arise.
Course Content
This course has an emphasis on dealing with minor Sports Injuries.

Scene Management
Bleeding and Wounds
Treatment for Shock
Heart Conditions
Fractures
Sprains & Strains
Unconsciousness & the Recovery Position

On Successful Completion Course, participants are issued with a First Aid Certificate of attendance. All instructors & examiners hold current certification from the Occupational First Aid Assessment Agent and are listed on their register maintained there on behalf of the Health and Safety Authority.
The cost for this course is €35 per person if you are in a club in Meath or €40 if you are in a club outside of Meath.
This course is now full: Please call Aoife on 0469067887 or email aheffernan@meathcoco.ie to put your name on the cancellation list.

Safeguarding 2 Club Children's Officer Workshop
2026-04-02 18:30 - 21:30, 2026-05-14 18:30 - 21:30 | Zoom Online
Recommendations from Sport Ireland are that every club involved with children and young people should appoint a Club Children’s Officer. This person should be child centered in focus and should have as their primary aim the establishment of a child centered ethos within the club. They are the link between the children and the adults in the club and also take responsibility for monitoring and reporting to the Club Management Committee on how club policy etc. impacts on children and their Sports Leaders.
The Club Children’s Officer should have the following functions:

To promote awareness of the Code of Ethics and Good Practice for Children’s Sport in Ireland within the club and particularly among the children and their parents/guardians. This could be achieved by the production of information leaflets, the establishment of children’s/age-group specific notice boards and by regular information meetings for the children and their parents/guardians.
To influence policy and practice within the club in order to prioritise children’s needs.
To provide an accessible resource to children through the creation of forums.

It is essential that those who wish to attend the Safeguarding 2 Club Children’s Officer (CCO) Training have attended the Safeguarding 1 Awareness/Child Protection Training workshop.
It is recommended to have at least one Club Children’s Officer per club or if there is a large number of both boys and girls in the club, to have two Club Children’s Officers – one male and one female.
Cost: The cost for this course is €25 per person for clubs in Meath, for participants outside Meath the cost is €40 per person.
To Book: Please call Aoife on 0469067887 or email aheffernan@meathcoco.ie
*A laptop/ipad/smart phone along with a good internet connection is required for this course.
As demand for places is high, please make every effort to give enough notice of cancellation. Please note that there are no refunds if you fail to attend on the night.

Safeguarding 1 Basic Awareness in Child Protection Workshop
2026-04-14 18:30 - 21:30, 2026-04-30 18:30 - 21:30, 2026-05-12 18:30 - 21:30, 2026-06-03 18:30 - 21:30 | Zoom Online
Meath Local Sports Partnership offers a 3-hour basic awareness workshop for leaders within sports clubs/organisations.

The workshop will highlight the main principles of the Code and look at measures that clubs can take to create and maintain the safest possible environment for sport for young people.
As well as undertaking child protection training, all clubs are encouraged to adopt child protection policies and procedures as outlined in the Code of Ethics and Good Practice for Children’s Sport.

Participants attending Safeguarding 1 Basic Awareness workshop must be over 18 years of age to attend.
The cost of the course is €25 if you are in a club in Meath and €40 if you are in a club outside of Meath.
To book please email Aoife at aheffernan@meathcoco.ie or call 0469067887
As demand for places is high, please make every effort to give enough notice of cancellation.
Please note that there are no refunds if you fail to give at least 24 hours notice of cancellation.

Safeguarding 3 Designated Liaison Person Workshop
2026-05-28 18:30 - 21:30 | Zoom Online
The third part of the ISC Child Welfare & Protection Training Programme is the Designated Liaison Person workshop.
Every club/organisation should designate a person to be responsible for dealing with any concerns about the protection of children. The Designated Liaison Person is responsible for reporting allegations or suspicions of child abuse to TUSLA Child and Family Agency and/or An Garda Siochána. It is recommended that this person is a senior club person. However, if there is difficulty identifying a separate individual to take this role, the Club Children’s Officer can be appointed as Designated Liaison Person once the club/organisation is clear about the responsibilities of each role. The organisation’s child protection policy and procedures should include the name and contact details of the Designated Liaison Person and the responsibilities attached to the role.
A person appointed to the Designated Liaison Person position in a club must have completed the Basic Awareness Workshop in Child Welfare & Protection and should complete the NEW Designated Liaison Person 3 hour workshop.
It is essential that those who wish to attend the Safeguarding 3 Designated Liaison Person (DLP) Training have attended the Safeguarding 1 Child Welfare & Protection Workshop.

A club may appoint the same person to both the CCO and DLP positions however best practice advises that they are kept as separate roles.
Cost: The cost for this course is €25 per person for clubs in Meath, for participants outside Meath the cost is €40 per person.
To book: Please contact Aoife on 0469067887 or email aheffernan@meathcoco.ie
*A laptop/ipad/smart phone along with a good internet connection is required for this course.
As demand for places is high, please make every effort to give enough notice of cancellation. Please note that there are no refunds if you fail to attend on the night.
