Meath Local Sports Partnership: Update – February 2026
Please see Meath LSP’s planned programmes below:
- Open Water Teaching and Coaching Courses 2026
- Bike Week Funding Applications – Now open
- Safeguarding 1 Basic Awareness in Child Protection Workshop
- Safeguarding 2 Club Children’s Officer Workshop
- Safeguarding 3 Designated Liaison Person Workshop
- Run Jump Throw
- Social Tag Rugby
- 0-3k & 3-5k Programmes
- Women’s Social Cycle on the Greenway
- Social Soccer for Women (18+)
- Come & Try Badminton in Oldcastle
- Come & Try Social Basketball in Ashbourne
- Come & Try Pitch & Putt for Women (18+)
Open Water Teaching and Coaching Courses 2026
Now is the perfect time to secure your place on one of Swim Ireland’s Open Water teaching and coaching courses designed to prepare you to deliver open water programmes.
Whether you’re developing new skills, refreshing your current practice, or taking the next step in your aquatics career, our 2026 Open Water courses will equip you with the knowledge, confidence, and practical experience to deliver safe, engaging, and effective open water programmes.
Places are now available to book! Secure your place and invest in your future as an open water teacher or coach.
Link: Open Water Swimming Meath Sports
Bike Week Funding Applications – Now Open
Bike Week will take place from the 9th – 17th May 2025.
Meath LSP in conjunction with the National Transport Authority (on behalf of the Department of Transport) are calling for submissions from cycling clubs/groups, agencies & schools to apply for funding support under this year’s Bike Week initiative.
Those wishing to organise a cycling activity during National Bike Week can apply for funding support – Maximum funding available per application is €500. Funding is provided for events targeting families; leisure cyclist/clubs/groups or cycle spins for specific age groups, abilities etc.
Closing date for applications is Friday 27th March at 4pm.
For more information please visit https://www.meathsports.ie/outdoors/bike-week/ or contact Una at upearson@meathcoco.ie or call 046906788.
Safeguarding 1 Basic Awareness in Child Protection Workshop
30th April | 6.30pm-9:30pm | Zoom
This workshop will highlight the measures that clubs can take to create and maintain the safest possible environment in sport for young people. This course is essential for anyone who is in contact with children in their club.
The cost is €25 per person if you are in a club in Meath or €40 if you are in a club outside of Meath. To book please call Aoife on 046-9067887 or email aheffernan@meathcoco.ie
Safeguarding 2 Club Children’s Officer Workshop
2nd April & 14th May | 6.30pm-9:30pm | Zoom
Every club involved with children and young people should appoint a Club Children’s Officer. They act as the link between the children and the adults in the club. It is essential that those who wish to attend have completed Safeguarding 1 Basic Awareness training.
The cost is €25 per person if you are in a club in Meath or €40 if you are in a club outside of Meath. To book please call Aoife on 046-9067887 or email aheffernan@meathcoco.ie
Safeguarding 3 Designated Liaison Persons Workshop
28th May | 6.30pm-9:30pm | Zoom
Every club/organisation should have a designated Liaison 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 o TULSA Child and Family Agency and/or An Garda Siochana. It is recommended that this person is a senior club person.
It is essential that those who wish to attend the Safeguarding 3 Designated Liaison Person (DLP) Training have attended the Safeguarding 1 Basic Awareness training.
The cost is €25 per person if you are in a club in Meath or €40 if you are in a club outside of Meath. To book please call Aoife on 046-9067887 or email aheffernan@meathcoco.ie
Run Jump Throw
The Run Jump Throw programme delivered over 6 weeks is aimed at children with additional needs aged 5-12 years. The sessions will include a variety of Sports, Fun Games and Obstacle Challenges all adapted to the participants needs.
The programme aims to improve the participants fundamental movement skills and increase their confidence in participating in regular physical activity. The involvement of siblings is encouraged during the programme.
Ashbourne
Date: Thursdays (March 12th – April 16th)
Venue: Ashbourne Community School
Time: 5pm – 6pm
Cost: €10 – per family
Bettystown
Date: Wednesdays (March 11th – April 15th)
Venue: Colaiste Na Hinse Bettystown
Time: 5pm – 6pm
Cost: €10 – per family
Navan
Date: Mondays (March 9th – April 13th)
Venue: Scoil Naomh Eoin Navan
Time: 4pm – 5pm
Cost: €10 – per family
For more information please contact Sports Inclusion Disability Officer Terry Donegan on 0469067887 or email tdonegan@meathcoco.ie
Social Tag Rugby
Leinster Rugby & North Meath RFC are collaborating to bring to you a Women’s Social Tag Rugby programme, suitable for women of all ages (18+) and fitness levels – this programme is ideal for complete beginners and those with previous rugby experience.
Non competitive, relaxed and fun, this new 6-week programme is a great way to gain fitness and learn a new skill without the rough and tumble of regular rugby. After the 6-week programme is completed, A Fun & Friendly Tag Blitz with participating clubs will take place.
Date: Friday 6th March
Time: 6.30pm
Venue: North Meath RFC, Grange Glebe, Kells (A82K6V3)
Cost: Free
Registration: https://forms.gle/uHV3C3qSZekedg9y5
0-3k & 3-5k Programmes
Meath LSP are once again delighted to partner with athletic clubs in Navan, Kells, Tara & Trim for the roll out of the 0-3k & 3-5k programme. The 0-3k (Walk to Jog) is suitable for complete beginners and supports those to go from walking to jogging with relative ease and is suitable for people of all ages (18+) and fitness levels. The 3-5k (Jog – Run) is ideal for those who like to improve running fitness and increase their pace & distance.
Date: Monday’s (2nd March – 6th April)
Tara AC – Venue: Tara AC, Ross Cross, Tara – Time: 6.30pm
Navan AC – Venue: Navan AC, Claremont Stadium – Time: 7pm
Kells AC – Venue: Kells AC, Kells Business Park – Time: 7pm
Trim AC – Venue: Trim AC, Supermacs Carpark – Time: 7pm
Cost: €20
Registration: https://www.meathsports.ie/women-in-sport/0-to-3k-3-5k-running-programmes/
Women’s Social Cycle on the Greenway
Come and join us for a social cycle on the Boyne Valley 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 a fabulous opportunity to cycle along the scenic surroundings 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.
Date: Saturday 7th March
Time: 9.30am
Venue: Meeting Place: Park Beo Greenway Hub
Cost: €5
Registration: https://eventmaster.ie/event/EY00c4EF74
Social Soccer for Women (16+)
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.
Date: Saturday 7th March
Time: 10am
Venue: Rossin Rovers AFC, Slane (C15N24H)
Cost: Free
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. this programme is led by qualified Badminton Ireland Coaches. Places are limited; early booking is advised.
Date: Wednesday 4th March
Time: 7pm
Venue: St. Oliver’s Post Primary School, Oldcastle
Cost: Free
Registration: Email clairefagan@yahoo.ie to register.
Come & Try Social Basketball Ashbourne
Social Basketball for Women 18+ is open in Ashbourne Community School on Wednesday 4th March 7pm. The programme emphasizes on participants and fun where participants could learn 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.
Date: Wednesday 4th March
Time: 7pm
Venue: Ashbourne Community School
Cost: Free
Registration: https://eventmaster.ie/event/WpDju65i0j
Come & Try Pitch & Putt – Women (18+)
Oldcastle Pitch & Putt Club are hosting a special Taster Afternoon for women aged 18 and over who are interested in giving this fun and accessible sport go.
Pitch & Putt is a versatile and enjoyable game played on a shorter course than traditional golf, making it ideal for beginners as well as those looking to improve their short game skills. Its a fantastic way to get outdoors, stay active and meet new people in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Whether you’ve never held a club before or you just want to brush up on your skills, this session is the perfect opportunity to learn the basics, get some tips from experienced players, and see what the club has to offer. All abilities are welcome – come along, give it a try, and enjoy a great afternoon of sport and socialising.
Date: Sunday 8th March
Time: 2pm – 4pm
Venue: Oldcastle Pitch & Putt Club, Gilson Park, Oldcastle (A82V6W9)
Cost: Free
Registration: Call Mary on 0872405222 or email mary.gibney@gmail.com
