#BeActive with European Week of Sport 2022 in County Longford

#BeActive with European Week of Sport 2022 in County Longford
Activities for everyone with all abilities and interests covered

Press Release
19 September 2022

Longford Sports Partnership, part of Longford County Council, welcomes European Week of Sport 2022 which takes place from 23-30 September.

Many events are planned, with something for everyone and covering different abilities and interests. Some events include a small fee (€3-5).

Longford Sports Partnership events can be booked through TicketTailor.com and include:

  • Golf Driving Range at Longford Golf Club at 4pm on Sunday 25 September
  • Aqua Aerobics in Longford Sports and Leisure Centre at 9.30am on Monday 26 September
  • Cycling on the Canal starting at Midlands Cycle Hub 4.30pm on Wednesday 28 September
  • Forest Trail Walk at Derrycassin Wood (free activity) at 6.30pm on Thursday 29 September
  • Yoga at Longford Sports and Leisure Centre at 5pm on Friday 30 September

Edgeworthstown Sports Hub and St Mary's Community Centre events can be booked through Eventbrite.ie or by contacting Laura on ldoylecommunitysportshub@gmail.com. Events include:

  • Circuit Class (free event) at 9.45am on Friday 23 September
  • Football for All at 11am on Sunday 25 September
  • Go for Life Games at 11.30am on Monday 26 September
  • Move and Groove class at 8pm on Wednesday 28 September
  • Karate and Martial Arts for 10-16 year olds (free activity) at 6.30pm on Thursday 29 September
  • Women’s Self Defence class (free activity) at 7.30pm on Thursday 29 September

Drumlish Sports Hub events can be booked through Eventbrite.ie or by contacting Edel on coordinatordsh@gmail.com. Events include:

  • FUTSAL for 10-12 year olds at 5pm on Monday 26 September
  • Activator Walking Poles session at 11am on Monday 26 September

For further information, check out Longfordsports.ie or follow Longford Sports Partnership on social media.

ENDS

All media queries should be directed to the Longford County Council Communications Officer via mediaenquiries@longfordcoco.ie or by calling 043 334 4217.

Notes for Editor:

European Week of Sport

European Week of Sport is celebrated all across Europe. The week aims to encourage all people to get involved in activities, regardless of skill, background, fitness level. With a focus on grassroots initiatives, the aim is to inspire Europeans to #BeActive on a regular basis and create opportunities in peoples’ everyday lives to exercise more.