Get Moving in Cork with These Community-Led Sports and Fitness Activities

Last month, Sports Ireland launched their 'Let's Get Back' campaign to encourage people to get active again and rediscover sports in their area. 

As part of this campaign, Cork Sports Partnership has introduced a wide range of activities and courses across the county, in collaboration with local coaches, clubs, and experts. Here's a snapshot of what's happening and what you can get involved in today...

Cork Rebel Run

There's still time to register for the Cork Rebel Run, a 5k and 10k that takes place every year in Bishopstown. Registration closes at midnight tonight, and costs €15 and €20 respectively. The event is organised by Cork Sports Partnership, MTU and Leisureworld Cork and is sponsored by Cork County Council and Cork City Council.

Register online here: https://eventmaster.ie/event/Vb9qUERTwv/zvdwfdzil 

Walking Football

Ideal for beginners or anyone looking to get back into football. Sessions take place at the Mardyke Sports Grounds Astro Pitch in Cork City every Friday from 5-6 pm. Better yet, registration is open to people of all ages and the meetups are free! 

Supported by FAIreland, Cork Sports Partnership, Cork City Council & UCC Sport. Find out more about the programme and how to register here: https://www.corksports.ie/walking-football/  

Adult Learn to Cycle 

Learn to cycle in a relaxed, supportive environment with an experienced Cycling Ireland Qualified Instructor. The programme is 6-weeks long and no bike or helmet is needed prior to registration — if you let them know when booking, they can sort this for you in advance. 

Fill out their expression of interest form to find out where and when the next programme is taking place. Link to the form here: https://www.corksports.ie/adult-learn-to-cycle/ 

Parkruns

Parkruns are a 'free, fun and friendly weekly community 5k event.' They aim to give locals a safe and sociable place to run, walk, or jog. The routes have been professionally mapped out and the weekly meetups are made possible by local volunteers. 

You can opt to get your time recorded or just complete the route at your own pace. Parkruns currently take place in Clonakilty, Youghal, Mallow, Cork City (Glen) and Ballincollig. To find out more, go to https://www.parkrun.ie/ 

Autism and Fundamental Movement Skills

This one is for primary and post-primary teachers, SNAs, and coaches who wish to gain in-depth training on how to support adults and children with autism on their fitness journeys. Places are still available for this 4-part webinar that begins Tuesday, Nov 9th and ends on Tuesday, Nov 30th. 

The webinar is presented by Dr Susan Crawford and culminates in 'a core ASD and Fundamental Movement Skill programme which is currently essential as both a regulatory and behaviour management strategy for children, young people and adults with autism.'

Registration cost €20. Find out more about how to register at https://www.corksports.ie/autismandfms/

AXA Community Bike Rides

Fancy a bit of company on your bike ride? AXA Community Bike Rides is a great way of meeting new people while also getting your cardio in. People of all ages and abilities are encouraged to take part and weekly community cycles take place all over the country. 

This Saturday in Cork, one of these groups leaves from Bweeng village with a destination of Blarney, before looping back to Bweeng. There are currently 5 places left — if you're interested in joining, and to keep an eye out for more community cycles near you, head over to the AXA website.