Update from Galway City Council regarding O’ Sullivan Park / Chluain Mhuire Athletic Track

This project is completed and in 12 month defects period. To mark the completion of theproject an opening ceremony was officiated by Mayor Mike Cubbard at the running track on Tuesday 6th October, 2020.

The completedworks includes: Grass training area (35m X50m), 5 lane synthetic running track (200m)around grass training area, complete with linemarkings, 2.0 m wide grass running trackaround synthetic running track, Floodlightingfor training area and track, Outdoor gymequipment and Upgrade existing natural soccerpitch with underground slit and pipe drainage

Booking inquiries to Gearoid.OConghaile@galwaycity.ie or Galway City Council at 091-536400

Strength and Conditioning Sessions

Dave is starting the next batch of his excellent Strength and Conditioning sessions, starting today 12th October, which include a Monday and Wednesday session. People have the option of signing up for one of the days or both. If you haven’t tried these before why not give them a go.

XC Training Session

Fabulous XC training session on the trails this morning coached by Brian Bruton.

Next Fit4Life Beginners Group

Start to Run in 2019 with Galway City Harriers

Our next Beginners group will start on Monday 4th February at 7pm.

New and returning members are welcome. 

So whether you are new to running or getting back into it after a break you will find like minded people who will support you.

Membership is €45 for 2019 (January to December).  For more information click READ MORE

Do you want to get fit?

Do you want to go out and jog a few miles? Do you want someone to give advice and guidance? Maybe you just want a bit of company and a bit of craic as you run? Whatever your reasons Fit4Life is here to help you.

What is Fit4Life?

Fit4Life is an initiative by Athletics Ireland to provide an opportunity for recreational runners/joggers both male and female to train under the guidance of specially trained Fit4Life Leaders. Runners/joggers will have a support structure where they can enjoy all the benefits of running in a social, safe and organised environment.

Where?

Westside Library Carpark on Seamus Quirke Road. Park in Dunnes Stores carpark and walk through Church grounds to Library. DO NOT PARK IN CHURCH GROUNDS.

When?

Every Monday and Thursday evening. Beginners can only start at certain times usually January, April and September.

What time?

7pm sharp. Warm up session followed by jog/run and then a cool down session

How much?

The cost is membership of Galway City Harriers Athletic Club which is €45. Please complete your membership online here and bring your receipt to the Fit 4 Life session.

What do I get for my money?

Insurance cover when taking part in any Athletics Ireland event or organised club activity.

Organised training runs twice weekly with plenty of advice, encouragement and training tips

AAI starter pack of Hi-Viz vest and training diary

Exercise in a safe, friendly and fun environment and…

Any questions?

Further information from Bernie at 087-7504066 or e-mail secretary@galwaycityharriers.comPlease Note: All participants must complete membership online here and bring the receipt and the attached medical assessment form with you. Anybody who isn’t currently engaged in regular exercise must consult their doctor before starting this programme.

Call out for teams for National Masters & Intermediate Cross Country Championships

The National Intermediate and Masters Cross Country Championships takes place on Sunday 3rd February. Dundalk IT is the venue for this year’s Championships ( link to race schedule below). The club are looking to put teams together in the various races. The Master individual categories begin at over 35 through to over 75s.

Any interested club athletes contact the secretary ( details below ) by Friday 27th January.

Master Team categories are : o35, o50 and o65. Club athletes will also be considered for the Galway County Teams.

Master race distances: All Master women & over 65 men run 4000 metres. Master men ( m35 – 64) run 7000 metres.

Intermediate distances: Women run 5000 metres, Men run 8000 metres.

Contact: secretary@galwaycityharriers.com        (or 087 9234224)

http://www.athleticsireland.ie/downloads/events-timetable/Intermediate%2C_Juv_B__Relay_master_XC_Timetable_2019.pdf

Seniors and Masters Cross Country

Well done to everyone who competed in the Seniors and Masters Cross Country today. Thanks to the organisers for a great event. Thanks to Jane Walsh for the photos.

Fit4Life is Back

Fit4Life

We were delighted to welcome back all our Fit4Life Groups last week. Booking system is working well once we got everyone set up initially. Thanks to all our Leaders who are taking groups of up to 14 runners at different paces. We still have some space in our Beginners and other groups. Paces are from walk/jog to 8 minutes per mile. If anyone is interested in returning to Fit4Life or joining us for the first time please email gchfit4lifebooking@gmail.com with any questions you may have. It’s going to be a long winter so it is great to get out there training with a group.

Fit4Life Booking System

We are delighted that we now have 150 members signed up to TeamApp to book their spot at Fit4Life sessions. We have experienced group leaders, max 15 per group and staggered start times, pre-booking and attendance tracking so all fully COVID compliant. Looking forward to seeing all groups back this evening. Three months training left this year so at €45 still a bargain! Email gchfit4lifebooking@gmail.com for more info.

Coaching Courses

All our existing coaches and leaders are providing their time and expertise on a totally voluntary basis and it is important that we as Club Members support them and help out where we can.

Two ways we can do this is by:

  1. offering the Coaches ongoing training and an opportunity to improve their skills and
  2. by providing help in the way of additional coaches who can assist them at training and support them.

To this end, the Club is looking at organising some Coaching Training Course with Athletics Ireland to build on the expertise and skills of our Coaching Team and to train up new coaches.

If you are interested in any coaching training, please contact us so we can get the courses set up.   secretarygch@gmail.com

We would welcome volunteers who are interested in volunteering across all areas of the Club.

  • Senior and Juvenile
  • Sprints Coaches
  • Endurance Coaches
  • Field Coaches
  • Fit4Life Leaders

New Coaches

If you a Club Member or a parent of a Juvenile Athletes who would like to become coach or leader in any section of GCH there are a number of steps to getting involved.

  • Attend Child Welfare & Protection in Sport Course.
  • Get yourself Garda Vetted by your club.
  • Start coaching with the Club
  • Attend Workshops which provide ‘stepping stones’ between these courses and are joint initiatives between Coaching and Development and the National Event Co-ordinators.

Existing Coaches

Any coaches who are interested in completing in further coaching training and please let us know and we will facilitate this where we can.

There is more information on the Athletics Ireland Coaching Structure here.

Athletics Ireland Coach Education Programme

It is important for GCH for new coaches to come on board and get involved, as coaches are not made overnight.  Training new coaches and getting them on board will provide back up and assistance to the existing coaches and build on the success of the Club into the future.

If you are interested in any coaching training, please contact us so we can get the courses set up.   secretarygch@gmail.com

Plans to return to training – no fixed date yet

Galway City Harriers has welcomed the announcement from Athletics Ireland that in accordance with specific government guidelines all clubs can return to limited activity from Monday 18th May. Athletics is one of the first sports to receive Sport Ireland and Government endorsement to return to activity and we thank the expert contribution from our working groups in competition, recreation and clubs.

There are specific Guidelines and protocols which need to be considered and put in place before training can recommence.

https://www.athleticsireland.ie/news/coronavirus-covid-19-update/

The Club Committee has met to discuss the guidelines and note that there is a substantial body of work to do before official training can resume.

Accordingly, Galway City Harriers will not be resuming training until we can fully comply with all such guidelines and protocols.

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