Step into Spring Week 4 - Workout Challenge

Check out this workout challenge from Danny with a variety of different challenges for you to try this week.  Enjoy!

 

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 

Plogging

Plogging is a new idea that originated from Sweden in 2016. It is the activity of picking up litter while jogging. As part of An Gaisce some sports trainees took part in the activity in the local area. It's a great way to keep fit and help the environment at the same time.

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 - Psychological Benefits of Exercise

Psychological Benefits of Exercise

We often hear about the physical benefits of exercise (e.g., increasing heart health), less often are the psychological benefits promoted. Yet, engaging in a moderate amount of physical activity will result in improved mood and emotional states. Exercise can promote psychological well-being as well as improve quality of life.

The following are common psychological benefits gained through exercise.
 

• Improved mood
• Reduced stress as well as an improved ability to cope with stress
• Improved self-esteem
• Pride in physical accomplishments
• Increased satisfaction with oneself
• Improved body image
• Increased feelings of energy
• Improved in confidence in your physical abilities
• Decreased symptoms associated with depression

As people experience these psychological benefits, it is likely that they also will be motivated to continue exercises so that they continue to receive these benefits.

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

Information Morning Photos

Some photos taken by Karl Brennan of the successful information day

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).

Are you interested in starting a course in Sligo?

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 

Are you interested in an exciting new course starting in September!

Women's Health Week - Stretching & Fitness Class

Thanks to Maija and Sanita from the sports group for providing a very enjoyable exercise class for the girls in the centre today in our gym as part of women's health week. They started off with stretching/yoga, then some core work, using weighted hula hoops, skipping and steps. They finished off the class with some relaxation techniques. The girls really enjoyed the activity and expressed an interest in doing this again. Well done to all the girls for participating and to Maija and Sanita for sharing their expertise!

Sligo CTC v's SCFE

Sligo CTC football team played Sligo College of Further Education and Ballinode School last Thursday in a friendly game. Well done to all the players who took part in this enjoyable match.  The games ended with a score of 0 - 0.  This Thursday Sligo CTC are playing a team from Globe House in a friendly game at Cleveragh Astro pitch at 1:30pm.  Best of luck to all the players taking part.

Operation Transformation Sligo Walk 2017

Dublin Marathon 2016

Congratulations and well done to Fiach from the sports group on successfully completing the Dublin SSE Airtricity Marathon 2016. What an incredible achievement.  The marathon is a long-distance running event with an official distance of 42.195 Kilometres (26.219 miles).  Keep up the good work Fiach!

Learners receiving their Certificates

Photos taken by Brenda McCallion

Sligo CTC v's Dunne Deals Utd

As part of the Astro League Sligo CTC were playing Dunne Deals Utd. in the showgrounds on Monday 19th September with a score of 1-1.  Well done to both teams on a great game and to Andre Mills who scored the goal for Slgo CTC.

Training courses starting in Sligo CTC and receive a training allowance!

Where is Sligo CTC located?

Where are we located?

Sligo CTC is approximately 2.7 kilometers from Sligo city centre. The centre is situated in Cleveragh Industrial Estate near the Garavogue River.

For directions to Sligo CTC please have a look at the map below.