by Jon Simmons. The Canoeing Ireland Junior and U23 5K Series was this year again a great event, and after a break away last year due to Covid-19 there was a really energetic atmosphere around the event. With everyone buzzing to be back competing over such an exciting distance. The age categories for the [...]
We have a great workshop for all our members next week where we will explore the physiology of paddlesports and help you take your training and padding to the next level. There will be great information for everyone from athletes to coaches to anyone looking to improve their fitness on the water. This session [...]
We are inviting applications for the role of Administrative Assistant. The successful candidate will be responsible for provide administrative support across a number of business areas. The role requires strong organisational and communication skills and the ability to collaborate with other team members on a variety of tasks. This is a full-time role, based at [...]
We have a great upcoming workshop for our clubs at aid them in their receipt of capital grants from the recent cycle of funding awards. The session will be hosted by the very experienced Patricia Keenan from 2into3, a grant advisory specialist organisation. The workshop will cover the process of drawing down the grant [...]
The 2022 Junior & U23 Canoe Sprint Selection Policy is now available, and can be found below. All athletes wishing to contest for team selection this year are asked to email their application form to the the Canoe Sprint Chair and Canoe Sprint Secretary by close of business, March 25th. All athletes wishing to [...]
by Emer Carton – Women in Sport Lead 'As ‘Women in Sport Week’ draws to an end, I am compelled to reflect on the journey women have been on throughout history; the struggles along the way and how far we have come to be celebrated as leaders, have our voices heard, and be valued [...]
Moira Aston - Canoeing Ireland CEO 'Good governance is about balance and equality. Within the sport of Canoeing we have made excellent progress in this area over the past couple of years, primarily through the Bridge the Gap programme. Since it’s inception, the programme has identified outstanding women within the sport who have the desire [...]
Canoeing Ireland would like to invite all coaches, athletes and volunteers to take part in our upcoming Anti-Doping Education session. All our disciplines have a role to play in protecting the spirit of our sport and ensuring our sport is free of doping. This session will be hosted by Sport Ireland and will give [...]
After a long and uncertain lead in to the 2022 Canoeing Ireland Awards it was fantastic to be able to host an in person ceremony on the evening of March 8th. With the award winners, nominees and invited guests in attendance it was a wonderful night celebrating the achievements of our athletes and volunteers over [...]
Today in Women in Sport Week we’re celebrating Female Coaches in Paddlesports. Let’s take a glance at just a few of the incredible coaches going through the assimilation process to be integrated into our new coaching pathway as club or pathway coaches. Making a difference session by session, here are a few quotes about [...]
