Waterford Sports Partnership

24/03/2026

Great news! 🙌

ACTIVATOR Poles are now available to borrow from Dunmore East Library 📚

You can pick them up at:
- Ardkeen Library
- Carrickphierish Library
- Dungarvan Library
- Dunmore East Library
- Kilmacthomas Library
- Lismore Library

These specially designed poles, created by therapists, are ideal if you’re looking for extra support with balance or mobility.

✨ What makes them different?
• Bell-shaped tips for added stability
• Ergonomic, strapless handles
• Anti-vibration design
• Secure button locking system

🚶‍♀️ Why give them a go?
• Improve your stability
• Reduce pressure on hips and knees
• Build core strength
• Stand taller with better posture
• Develop a stronger walking pattern

They can be especially helpful if you’re recovering from injury or living with conditions like Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s, or osteoarthritis—or if you simply want to reduce your risk of falls.

Pop into your local library and give them a try—you might be surprised at the difference they can make! 💙

23/03/2026

🌿 Outdoor Recreation Grant 2026 – NOW OPEN! 🌊

We’re excited to support clubs across Waterford to grow outdoor activity and get more people moving! 🙌

🏃‍♂️ Land-based & water-based clubs in Co. Waterford can now apply for funding to support:
✅ Training
✅ Equipment
✅ Growing participation in your sport

Successful clubs will deliver a minimum 6-week programme during the 2026 season – helping welcome new faces and build lasting activity pathways in your community.

📅 Deadline: Monday 20th April

👉 Find full criteria & apply here:
https://www.waterfordsportspartnership.ie/outdoor-recreation-grant-open/

📞 Questions? Get in touch with Liz McEnaney
📱 087 739 6050
📧 lmcenaney@waterfordsportspartnership.ie

19/03/2026

Introductory event designed to encourage girls to try golf in a welcoming and supportive environment. It will involve a mix of basic coaching, fun games, and on-course activities, giving participants a chance to learn key skills like putting, chipping, and driving, regardless of experience level. The focus is on enjoyment, confidence-building, and social interaction, rather than competition. It’s all about trying golf, having fun, and building a love for the game.
Book Now:

7-13yr olds: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/1985497879606?aff=oddtdtcreator

14-17yrs old: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/1985498025041?aff=oddtdtcreator

19/03/2026

A huge congratulations to everyone who took part in the Age & Opportunity PALS Programme! Well, done to all participants for your commitment and enthusiasm over the last 6 weeks. The energy and positivity throughout the programme has been fantastic! A special thank you to Biddie and Margaret, whose guidance, support, and expertise as trainers made the programme such a positive and enjoyable experience for everyone involved. The PALS programme plays such an important role in supporting people to stay active, build confidence, and create opportunities for others in their communities to get moving and stay connected. You should all be very proud of your achievements

Age & Opportunity

18/03/2026

We partnered with Waterford TT Stars and Table Tennis Ireland to deliver a Primary Schools Table Tennis Festival for students who had completed the school programme.
A huge well done to all five schools: St Saviour’s NS, Newtown NS, Scoil Lorcáin NS, Gaelscoil Philip Barún NS, and Holy Cross NS — for taking part in the festival on Friday in Kingfisher. We were delighted to welcome over 120 children on the day. It was fantastic to see so many schools and students participating and to give them the opportunity to visit the club, play, and experience everything it has to offer.
A big thank you to Daniel, the coaches, and volunteers from Waterford TT Stars for hosting us and for all their help refereeing throughout the day. Thank you also to Ivanna from Table Tennis Ireland for her excellent organisation and continued support in making the event such a success. Finally, thank you to Aldi for generously sponsoring the event and providing some delicious treats for the goodie bags.

Table Tennis Stars Waterford Table Tennis Ireland Kingfisher Waterford Aldi Ireland

16/03/2026

NOW BOOKING!

Safeguarding 3 – Designated Liaison Person
ONLINE TRAINING COURSE
Wednesday 15th April | 6 – 9 pm
€20pp

Every club/organisation should designate a person to be responsible for dealing with any concerns about the protection of children. The Designated Liaison Person (DLP) is responsible for reporting allegations or suspicions of child abuse to TULSA Child and Family Agency or Social Services (NI) and/or An Garda Siochána / PSNI.

Book you place here now:
https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/safeguarding-3-designated-liaison-person-online-15-april-2026-tickets-1984891766706?aff=oddtdtcreator

15/03/2026

We had a great afternoon of Tenpin Bowling last Tuesday with a disability group at Activate Waterford. Thirteen participants enjoyed the hour with plenty of impressive bowling skills on display. The group had great fun cheering each other on and getting active. It was a lovely afternoon of movement and socialising, with plenty of smiles to be seen. A huge thank you to everyone who attended!
Activate Waterford Tenpin Ireland

15/03/2026

15/03/2026

Our Active Travel team will host a public consultation event for the proposed Scoil an Bhaile Nua, Newtown Active Travel Safe Routes to School Scheme. The event will take place in Lenihan’s, Newtown, Kilmacthomas, County Waterford, X42 TH61 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, 18th March.

If you can't make it, keep an eye on our page to learn when the online submissions open next week.

15/03/2026

A big thank you to Áine and Noel from Ten Pin Ireland for delivering a fantastic, informative, and fun session on Tuesday in Activate. Ten-pin bowling is a sport where players roll a ball down a lane to knock down ten pins, combining skill, coordination, and accuracy. Everyone really enjoyed the session and learned a lot.
Activate Waterford Tenpin Ireland

09/03/2026

🚶‍♀️ Give Activator Poles a Go in Dunmore East! 🚶‍♂️

As part of Waterford Walking Week 2026, we’re inviting you to come along and try Activator Pole Walking at a FREE taster session.

Activator Poles are a brilliant way to get moving and are suitable for adults of different abilities. They can help improve aerobic fitness, mobility, strength and balance – all while enjoying a walk and a chat.

📅 Thursday 16 April
⏰ 2pm
📍 Dunmore East Library

No experience needed – just come along, give it a try and see how it feels!

🎟 Free session – booking here: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/come-try-activator-poles-dunmore-east-tickets-1984385418204?aff=oddtdtcreator

Bring a friend and join us for a relaxed and friendly walk. Let’s get active together!

Waterford City and County Libraries