Sports Course - Soccer Skills

The sports trainees were putting in the work for heir Soccer Skills module on the Astro pitch.

Sports Course - Bush Craft Skills

Last week the sports group were learning about local amenities and facilities while developing their teamwork to complete some bush craft skills.  What a fantastic experience for the trainees and great to get out and get some exercise and fresh air!  Thanks to North West Adventure Tours for their fantastic guidance.

Sports Course

Our sports group were out and about this week.  They went for a cycle around Doorly Park and tried out some stand up paddle boarding on the Garavogue river.  

 

Spotlight on the Sports & Recreation Course

Today we are taking a look at the sports and recreation course available in the centre. This is a very popular course and is designed for trainees who are interested in working in the Health, Fitness & Leisure industries. Trainees participate in practical sport classes on a daily basis, including gym work, football and swimming. Trainees will work towards completing modules at level 3 in Soccer Skills and Health and Fitness, while some will also work on level 4 modules in Health Related Fitness and Customer Service.


Course Content:

• Soccer Skills
• Health and Fitness 
• Health Related Fitness
• Customer Service

Within these modules trainees will gain knowledge and experience of the above industries giving them a platform to progress on to further training or employment.

Various progressions are available for further training through the ETB courses in similar industries and the many PLC courses also available at level 5.

Another option available to trainees on successful completion of this course is 6 months full-time placement (Link-work) which can be offered to trainees who show commitment to progressing a career both in these industries and others.

Trainees performing a core exercise 

Kayaking - Week 1

Well done to the kayaking group who had their first session on the water this week.

Centre Recruitment

Did you know someone who is interested in starting a new course in September?

Sports & Recreation - Spinning Session

As part of the Sports and Recreation course trainees are given an opportunity to avail of some of the many local leisure facilities. Last week trainees completed a spinning session in ROM gym.   

Sports trainees took part in a spinning session 

Sports & Recreation - A Day In Sports

9-10: PRE--HABILITATION AND INJURY PREVENTION

10.30-11-30: STAMINA/FAT BURNING ON RUNNING TRACK

11.30-12.30: GYM SESSION

1.00-2.45: FOOTBALL SESSION ON ASTROTURF

Sports & Recreation - Core Exercises

Core exercises improve your balance and stability

Core exercises train the muscles in your pelvis, lower back, hips and abdomen to work in harmony. This leads to better balance and stability, whether on the playing field or in daily activities. In fact, most sports and other physical activities depend on stable core muscles.

Core exercises don't require specialized equipment or a gym membership

• Slide show: Exercises to improve your core strength
• Slide show: Core-strength exercises with a fitness ball

Any exercise that involves the use of your abdominal and back muscles in coordinated fashion counts as a core exercise. For example, using free weights in a manner that involves maintaining a stable trunk can train and strengthen several of your muscles, including your core muscles.

You may also try several specific core exercises to stabilize and strengthen your core. Some examples of core exercises include planks, sit-ups and fitness ball exercises.

A bridge is another example of a classic core exercise. Lie on your back with your knees bent. Keep your back in a neutral position, not arched and not pressed into the floor. Avoid tilting your hips. Tighten your abdominal muscles. Raise your hips off the floor until your hips are aligned with your knees and shoulders. Hold the position for as long as you can without breaking your form.

Information provided by Sports and Recreation Tutor (Steve Feeney).

Sligo CTC vs Ballinode College

Yesterday trainees from the Sports course played against Ballinode College at Cleveragh, both sides played well. The final score was 7-2 to Sligo CTC! Well done lads!

The football match from yesterday between Sligo CTC and Ballinode College

Sports Group Football Match Preparation

The gear for the match 

Sports trainees preparing for the match against Ballinode College at Cleveragh pitch today 

European Sports Week - Day 3 - Indoor Soccer

Thanks to Danny and Steve for organising a fun 5 a side football match in the sports complex yesterday

Under 18 Irish Squad

Congratulations to Bradley Fowley from the Sports group, who attended trials for an Under 18's home-based Irish squad recently.  As a result of doing well in the trials, he has been placed on standby for the Under 18 Ireland home-based squad who will play two games v Wales at the end of this month.

This is a huge achievement for Bradley and we wish him the best of luck.

Sligo CTC vs. Mercy PLC

Last Thursday, the 2nd of February, Sligo CTC had a friendly game against Mercy PLC in the showgrounds.  Sligo CTC were the better team on the day, winning 5-0.

Well done to the team for their great performance, and to goalscorers Andre Mills (x3), Thomas Myers (x1), and Stanley Harte (x1).