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Bike Week 2025 takes place from the 10th to 18th of May.

Tipperary Bike Week is an integral part of the overall National Bike Week initiative and is coordinated locally by Tipperary Sports Partnership.
It is a week long celebration of cycling throughout Tipperary.

To celebrate national Bike Week 2025 running from May10th to 18th. Tipperary Sports Partnership are delighted to announce a Bike Week Community Cycling Challenge.

Be in with a chance of winning a €300 bike shop voucher.

How to Participate:

1. Go Cycling: Gather your family/friends and enjoy multiple cycling trips during Bike Week 2025.

Help Shape the Future of Youth Sport.
Are you a parent, teacher, or coach supporting young people in sport?
Do you know a 12-17-year-old who is passionate about making a difference in how sport is shaped for children and young people?
Sport Ireland is inviting young people to join the Young Voices Focus Group, where they’ll have the opportunity to share their experiences and ideas to help improve sport for their generation.
The focus group will include 14-16 participants, providing a platform for youth voices to be heard.

2025 Funding Opportunity for Sports Clubs & Organisations
Tipperary Sports Partnership are pleased to announce the launch of Coaching and Development Fund for 2025.
TSP aims to develop sport and increase physical activity in Tipperary.

The Coaching Fund aims to support and develop quality coaching in Tipperary and to encourage all coaches / volunteers to undertake appropriate education and training through their relevant National Governing Bodies.

Congratulations to Paddy Fitzgerald of Knockavilla Donaskeigh Kickhams GAA Club who was selected by The Federation of Irish Sport as the Tipperary recipient of the Volunteer in Sport Award for 2024.

Tipperary Sports Partnership are delighted to facilitate a First Aid Course (REC 1).
This course is designed to provide first aid skills to people working or operating in a rural/remote and sports environments.
REC 1 will provide participants with the lifesaving skills, knowledge and confidence to deal with first aid in realistic sport settings.
This course will cover: Health Safety and Welfare, Principles of First Aid, Vital Signs, Basic Body Organs and Function, Safety, Casualty Care,

Please see attached TSP Annual Report for 2024.

As part of Women in Sport Week why not join us for a Women's only hike around Lake Muskry.
This Hike takes places on Sunday March 9th from 9.30am to 1pm.
This hike is for over 18's and costs €10 plus booking fee.
Booking is through this link https://bit.ly/3WY72Zr
This event is now fully booked.
Difficulty Level: Suitable for those with an average fitness level
Terrain: A mix of forestry, open moorland, and tracks
Distance: 9 km (depending on group and weather this may be extended)

As part of Women in Sport Week Tipperary Sports Partnership are delighted to host a free one hour workshop “Training and the Female Menstrual Cycle”

It will be delivered by Dr. Kiera Ward (Exercise Physiologist and Sports Scientist) and Ruth Kavanagh, MSc. ANutr. (Registered Associate Nutritionist) from EduFIT.

This workshop is aimed at young active girls (aged 15 – 18 years old) who would like to learn more about training, nutrition, recovery and wellbeing with special considerations related to the menstrual cycle.

Paddy Fitzgerald of Knockavilla Donaskeigh Kickhams GAA club has been named as the 2024 County Tipperary recipient of The Federation of Irish Sport Volunteers in Sport Awards.
These awards are supported by the National Network of 26 Local Sports Partnerships.
The awards ceremony will take place at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Blanchardstown on Friday, 28th February 2025.
These Awards recognise 35 outstanding volunteers from every county in Ireland (four in Dublin) for their tireless dedication to sport and physical activity in their local communities.

This programme is now fully booked.
Tipperary Sports Partnership are hosting a 6 week Activator programme for Older Adults at Nenagh Town Park.
This programme starts on Tuesday 4th of March at 2.45pm
This session promotes: Strength, mobility, balance and aerobic fitness
It is also an excellent tool for pre/post hip or knee surgery
The session will be delivered by a specialised tutor and activator poles will be provided.

An impressive National Outdoor Recreational Strategy (2023-2027) was developed to oversee and guide the development and promotion of all aspects of outdoor recreation in the country. A key recommendation was the development of a County Outdoor Recreation Plans (CORP's) for every county.
Tipperary County Council along with multiple local partners including Tipperary Sports Partnership are currently driving the development of a County Outdoor Recreation Plan for Tipperary.