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Aikido AmericAn FootbAll Archery Athletics bAdminton bAsketbAll
(Ladies) BasketBaLL (Men’s) Boat (Ladies) Boat (Men’s) Boxing CaMogie
Canoe Capoeira Caving & pothoLing CriCket CyCLing dodgeBaLL
equestrian FenCing gaeLiC FootBaLL (Ladies) gaeLiC FootBaLL (Men’s)
goLF (Ladies) goLF (Men’s) handBaLL hoCkey (Ladies) hoCkey (Men’s)
hurLing karate kiCkBoxing (Lau gar) kite kung Fu shaoLin LaCrosse
Mountaineering netBaLL ninjutsu oLyMpiC handBaLL orienteering
pooL & snooker riFLe rugBy (Ladies) rugBy (Men’s) saiLing snowsports
soFtBaLL soCCer (woMen’s) soCCer (Men’s) squash suB aqua surF
swiMMing & waterpoLo taBLe tennis taekwon-do tai Chi Chuan tennis
traMpoLine uLtiMate voLLeyBaLL windsurFing wrestLing aikido
AmericAn FootbAll Archery Athletics bAdminton bAsketbAll (lAdies)
BasketBaLL (Men’s) Boat (Ladies) Boat (Men’s) Boxing CaMogie Canoe
Capoeira Caving & pothoLing CriCket CyCLing dodgeBaLL equestrian
FenCing gaeLiC FootBaLL (Ladies) gaeLiC FootBaLL (Men’s) goLF (Ladies)
goLF (Men’s) handBaLL hoCkey (Ladies) hoCkey (Men’s) hurLing karate
kiCkBoxing (Lau gar) kite kung Fu shaoLin LaCrosse Mountaineering
netBaLL ninjutsu oLyMpiC handBaLL orienteering pooL & snooker
riFLe rugBy (Ladies) rugBy (Men’s) saiLing snowsports soFtBaLL
soCCer (woMen’s) soCCer (Men’s) squash suB aqua surF swiMMing &
waterpoLo taBLe tennis taekwon-do tai Chi Chuan tennis traMpoLine
uLtiMate voLLeyBaLL windsurFing wrestLing aikido aMeriCan FootBaLL
Archery Athletics bAdminton bAsketbAll (lAdies) bAsketbAll
(Men’s) Boat (Ladies) Boat (Men’s) Boxing CaMogie Canoe Capoeira
Caving & pothoLing CriCket CyCLing dodgeBaLL equestrian FenCing
gaeLiC FootBaLL (Ladies) gaeLiC FootBaLL (Men’s) goLF (Ladies) goLF
(Men’s) handBaLL hoCkey (Ladies) hoCkey (Men’s) hurLing karate
kiCkBoxing (Lau gar) kite kung Fu shaoLin LaCrosse Mountaineering
netBaLL ninjutsu oLyMpiC handBaLL orienteering pooL & snooker
riFLe rugBy (Ladies) rugBy (Men’s) saiLing snowsports soFtBaLL
soCCer (woMen’s) soCCer (Men’s) squash suB aqua surF swiMMing &
waterpoLo taBLe tennis taekwon-do tai Chi Chuan tennis traMpoLine
uLtiMate voLLeyBaLL windsurFing wrestLing aikido aMeriCan FootBaLL
Archery Athletics bAdminton bAsketbAll (lAdies) bAsketbAll
(Men’s) Boat (Ladies) Boat (Men’s) Boxing CaMogie Canoe Capoeira
Caving & pothoLing CriCket CyCLing dodgeBaLL equestrian FenCing
gaeLiC FootBaLL (Ladies) gaeLiC FootBaLL (Men’s) goLF (Ladies) goLF
(Men’s) handBaLL hoCkey (Ladies) hoCkey (Men’s) hurLing karate
kiCkBoxing (Lau gar) kite kung Fu shaoLin LaCrosse Mountaineering
netBaLL ninjutsu oLyMpiC handBaLL orienteering pooL & snooker
riFLe rugBy (Ladies) rugBy (Men’s) saiLing snowsports soFtBaLL
soCCer (woMen’s) soCCer (Men’s) squash suB aqua surF swiMMing &
waterpoLo taBLe tennis taekwon-do tai Chi Chuan tennis traMpoLine
uLtiMate voLLeyBaLL windsurFing wrestLing aikido aMeriCan
FootbAll Archery Athletics bAdminton bAsketbAll
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UCD sports clubs are at the center of student sport at the University. Clubs provide a huge range of opportunities to train, play and compete in sport, no matter what your passion, ability or level. Although competition is a feature of many of the sports at UCD, clubs also cater for students who may not wish to compete but want to train in a particular sport for the health and fitness benefits. Whether you want to try out a new sport or continue training in a sport you are already familiar with, UCD sports clubs invite you to get involved and have fun. You can join most sports clubs at any time throughout the year and the majority of the clubs organise new member and/or introductory training sessions.
Getting involved in a sports club is an ideal way to keep fit, learn a new skill, meet people with similar interests, as well as provide a welcome break from academic life. UCD sports clubs are for the most part student-run and student-led, so you can play your sport and if you wish also lead and develop your club. With nearly 60 sports clubs to choose from, ranging from team sports, adventure sports, water sports to martial arts, there is something for everyone! So make the most of your time in UCD and get involved. Involvement in UCD sports clubs will ensure that your time at UCD is an enjoyable and rewarding experience!
ContentsWelcome 1
Join a Club 2
Athletic Union Council 3
Sports Clubs Details 4
Sports Scholarships 28
Ad Astra Elite Athlete Scholarships 29
Student Centre/ UCD Sport & Fitness 30
Get in Gear/Exercise Programmes 32 31
Staff Directory 33
Published by UCD Athletic Union Council, July 2012. Editorial: Suzanne Bailey & Georgina Dwyer. Design: Advantage Point. UCD Athletic Union Council reserves all copyright on all materials published in this issue. Unauthorised reproduction in whole or part is prohibited. The information contained herein is correct at time of going to press and may be subject to change. Please note that the main communication channels in UCD are electronic, so students should regularly refer to online information via www.ucd.ie/sport.
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sports expoVisit the club stands at the Sports Expo in association with Bank of Ireland, which will take place from September 17th to 20th inclusive. Located in Hall B of the Sports Centre, the Sports Expo will open each day from 10am to 5pm. All clubs will be participating in the event, with club officials providing information on their activities.
trIaLs or traInIng sessIonAttend trials which most of the competitive team sports hold in the early part of the season. See posters, websites, Facebook pages, notice boards etc. for details. Attend a training or practice session arranged by a club. Times and venues are available at the Sports Centre reception.
For speciFic inFormation:Rugby Club: Bobby Byrne: 01 716 2184
Gaelic Games (Gaelic Football,Hurling, Camogie and Handball): David Billings: 01 716 2402
Soccer Club or the Superleague: Diarmuid McNally: 01 716 2142
refreshers DayAttend Refreshers Day, which will be held for one day on Monday 21st January 2013 in the UCD Student Centre. Whether you missed out on joining a club earlier in the year or want to try something new, or have just registered for one semester, why not come along and talk to the various club officials and see what is on offer. The full program of events will be published on the UCD Sport website and the UCD Events Calendar.
notICe BoarDs & WeBsItesClubs have notice boards in the John Henry Newman Building (Arts Building) and/or the Sports Centre, which carry details of activities. They also advertise for new members in University publications and on posters. In addition, a number of clubs also have their own websites, twitter feeds and Facebook pages.
If you have any difficulty with following any of the above routes, please contact:
SportS office Tel: 01 716 2183Email: [email protected] Web: www.ucd.ie/sport
UCD Sport
soMethIng for everyoneUCD sports clubs invite you to get involved. You have a number of different opportunities to join the UCD club of your choice:
JoIn noW!
yoU Can JoIn sports CLUBs anytIMe DUrIng the year
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UCD athLetIC UnIon CoUnCILEstablished in 1909/10 the Athletic Union Council, is the governing body for UCD sports clubs, functioning as a funding, regulatory, arbitration and Colours awarding body. It consists of two representatives from all clubs, one graduate and one student who elect the AUC Officers and 13 other members of the Executive Committee.
UCD sports aWarDs The UCD Sports Awards ceremony is held at the end of the second semester to honour the sportsmen and women who bring honour and prestige to the University by their achievements on the sporting fields and arenas of Ireland and abroad. Teams or individuals winning nationally recognised titles or intervarsity trophies are honoured at the function as well as students who receive national or representative honours. This year more than four hundred and fifty students were honoured at the UCD Sports Awards Ceremony organised by the AUC.
Full details of the award winners are available at www.ucd.ie/sport
The main functions of the AUC are:
The allocation of capitation funds •received annually from the University.The provision of a support function •to clubs committees, in terms of management training, advice on organizational matters, event management, finance, safety etc.The management and organization of •promotional / recruitment activities and events for UCD clubs e.g. website, Sports ExpoThe provision of a point of contact for •all interested parties.The awarding of Colours according to •specified standards laid down. Arbitration where necessary between •clubs.
In addition, the AUC acts as a regulatory body ensuring that all clubs operate in accordance with the policies and procedures of the AUC, the University, National Governing Bodies of sport and the statutory agencies.
All clubs affiliated to the AUC have public liability cover. The AUC also has in place personal accident cover for sports club members engaged in sporting activities with their UCD clubs. Club members should be aware that this policy is designed to provide a basic limited cover for medical expenses in the event that they are injured whilst engaged in sporting activities with their UCD club and an excess applies.
Students are strongly advised to consult the terms and conditions of the cover to ensure that it is adequate for their needs. Details of the insurance cover and claim forms are available from the Executive Secretary. UCD Rugby players should note that they are covered under a separate policy arranged by the UCD Rugby Club.
CUsaIThe AUC is affiliated to the Colleges and Universities Sports Association of Ireland (CUSAI). As the governing body for third level sport in Ireland CUSAI, works in partnership with national and international bodies identifying pathways for third level students to participate, compete and develop through sport and physical activity. Its mission is to promote and develop third level sport in Ireland. Some UCD sports clubs compete in CUSAI leagues, cups and tournaments. Talented UCD sportsmen and women can also be selected to represent Ireland in the World University Championships, World University Games and the European University Championships. For more information visit www.cusai.ie
for further info on clubS oreStabliSing a new club:Email: [email protected] Tel: 01 716 2208
soMethIng for everyone
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aIkIDo“The Art of Peace” is a Japanese Art concentrating not on punching or kicking opponents but rather on using an opponent’s own energy to throw or pin them. It is suited to people of varying physical strength, irrespective of age or sex. Classes are held in the Sports Centre with qualified instructors. Everyone is welcome either to watch or to participate in a class.
aikido Contact: Aidan Murray Tel: 086 1200931Email: [email protected] UCD Aikido
arCheryThe facilities and training offered by the Archery Club are second to none. All equipment is supplied and senior members train beginners initially. Extra coaching with an official IAAA coach is also offered from November onwards. There is no grading (all are equal), which means you can jump in at any time of the year and enjoy the sport and the club’s social activities. Whether you want to fill a trophy cabinet or just relieve some stress, the Archery Club has a level to suit you.
archeryContact: Sarah McEvoyTel: 086 3171181Email: [email protected] Web: www.ucd.ie/archery
UCD Archery (The Polar Bears)
aMerICan footBaLLIntroduced to the sporting menu at UCD a few years ago, American Football is a sport growing in popularity in Ireland. Although a full contact version of the sport is played, the club introduces members to the sport by playing ‘Flag’ American football (a non-contact version). The club enters a team in the Irish American Football League. Newcomers to the sport are welcome.
american footballContact: Dave MurphyTel: 086 7240711Email: [email protected] Web: www.ucdamericanfootball.com UCD American Football
Concentrating not on punching or kicking but on using an opponent’s own energy to throw them
The club introducesmembers to the sport by playing a non contact version
Whether you want to fill a trophy cabinet or just relieve some stress
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BaDMIntonThe Badminton Club attracts a large number of members each year, ranging from complete novices to international competitors. The club has four training sessions per week with specific nights allocated to team training and beginners/social players.
The competitive side of the club is very strong and most years a UCD team reaches at least the semi-finals or finals of the Dublin & District Leagues or the University Championships. The club claims to have an extremely attractive social side and particularly welcomes newcomers to the sport with specific coaching sessions provided for newcomers.
badminton Contact: Alison McKennaTel: 085 7065371Email: [email protected]
UCD Badminton Club
athLetICsThe Athletics Club has produced more Olympians and World Championship competitors than any other UCD sports club. Past club members include Olympian James Nolan, World Indoor and European silver medalist in the 100m hurdles Derval O’Rourke along with Irish senior international athlete Joanne Cuddihy. Currently the club boats a number of junior, under 23 and senior international representatives and now provides training and competition for all abilities and levels of participation. Teams compete in Track & Field, Road Relay, Mountain Running and Cross Country Intervarsities, as well as the annual Colours event with Trinity. Training is provided for jumps, throws, sprints and distance athletes. The club also facilitates beginners and fun runners with circuit sessions and meet & train groups each week. Members also enjoy a vibrant social scene. So whatever your event or ability why not check out the Athletics Club.
athleticS Contact: Dan KingTel: 086 2418380Email: [email protected] Web: ucdac.webs.com
The Athletics Club hasproduced more Olympians and World Championshipcompetitors than any other UCD sports club
Attracts a large number of members, ranging from complete novices to international competitors
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BasketBaLL (LaDIes)The Ladies Basketball Club is not only one of the most well-established women’s clubs on campus, it is also one of the fastest growing clubs having recently expanded the number of teams it fields to include 3 Dublin League teams, Fresher’s, Colours and an intervarsity team. In the last number of years the focus has been on both team and player development and as a result the club has enjoyed success at all levels. Team trials are held at the beginning of the academic year and all those interested are encouraged to attend. If you are more interested in playing on a casual basis, the club aims to develop a social or a mixed intramural league during the week in the Sports Centre.
ladieS baSketball Contact: Georgina Dwyer Tel: 01 716 2183 Email: [email protected] Web: www.ucd.ie/sport
BasketBaLL (Men’s)The Men’s Basketball Club fields three teams in the Dublin Leagues, a team in the Superleague, which plays in the top division of Irish Basketball, as well as a team in intervarsity competition. In 2011 the club enjoyed incredible success by winning its first Superleague National Cup, the most prestigious prize in Irish Basketball with the finals shown live on RTE. The club also recorded its 19th intervarsity title. The amalgamation of the club with Marian to form UCD Marian for all national competitions is set to continue in 2012/2013 with home Superleague matches played in the Sports Centre on Saturday nights.
men’S baSketball Contact: Conor Meany Email: [email protected] Web: www.ucdmarian.com
UCD Marian
In 2011, the club enjoyed incredible success by winning its first Superleague National Cup, the most prestigious prize in Irish Basketball
If you’re more interested in playing on a casual basis, the club aims to develop a social or a mixed intramural league
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BoatRowing is one of the few sports in which the use of body and mind in complete unison with others is paramount to success. University rowing is done mainly in 8 and 4 man boats where the importance of teamwork is greatest.
The Ladies and Men’s Boat Clubs both share the distinction of being among the most active and successful in University sport. Both clubs place a great deal of emphasis on novices and a priority is the introduction of students with no previous experience to the sport. Although the sport requires a high level of fitness and technical ability, beginners build their strength, stamina and technical proficiency very quickly under expert coaches. The development of rowers with previous experience is of growing importance to the clubs.
Most of the UCD rowers only take up the sport at University and do so with much success. A wide programme of competitive activities is a feature of ladies and men’s rowing including Heads of the River and all national regattas as well as visits to foreign regattas such as Henley and London Met. ‘Land’ training takes place during the week in the Sports Centre with river activities at weekends.
ladieS boat Contact: Claire Ni ReachtagainTel: 086 3075595Email: [email protected]: ucdlbc.webs.com
UCD LBC
men’S boat Contact: Eamonn LannoyeTel: 086 6032253Email: [email protected]/[email protected]: www.ucdbc.ie
BoxIngBoxing is often seen as a sport for big men, but the club actively encourages students both big and small, male and female to participate in the sport. New and experienced boxers are encouraged to participate in intervarsity competitions and other organised tournaments.
Activities include bag punching, pad work, shadow boxing, as well as sparring. All training sessions take place on campus and sparring sessions are held under the watchful eye of expert instructors. The club provides all major equipment required.
boxing Contact: Eoin DunbarTel: 087 1433036Email: [email protected]
UCD Boxing Club
Rowing is one of the few sports in which the use of body and mind in complete unison with others is paramount to success
The club encourages students both big and small, male and female to participate
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CaMogIeThe change in the camogie season from the autumn/winter/spring period to summer time and the introduction of the 15-a-side game has resulted in a change of emphasis for the Camogie Club which fields three teams and welcomes newcomers.
All the emphasis is now on intervarsity competition with the Ashbourne Cup and the All Ireland League the highlight. The Freshers Tournament is also an attractive event and the club’s target for the year will be to regain the Ashbourne Cup, which the club last won in 2008. Training is held on a regular basis and the club boasts a great social and friendly atmosphere.
camogieContact: David Billings Tel: 01 716 2402 Email: [email protected] Web: www.ucd.ie/gaa
UCD GAA
CanoeThe club’s activities take in all kayak disciplines including racing, freestyle, kayak-surfing, whitewater, canoe polo, marathon and river running. The sport is open to all, with no previous experience necessary. The club provides all equipment with introductory training taking place in the on-campus pool. Emphasis is placed on safe, fun river trips, where new members get instruction from some of the top instructors in the country. River trips take place almost every weekend and the club organises weekend trips away and competes in the Kayaking Intervarsities. The club also boasts a friendly atmosphere with club lunches and a very active social calendar.
canoe Contact: Maryanne DoyleTel: 087 1345181Email: [email protected]: www.ucdcanoeclub.com
River trips take place almost every weekend and the club organises weekend trips away
The club’s target for the year will be to regain the Ashbourne Cup
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CavIng & pothoLIngCaving is a sport for anyone wondering what exists underground. It consists of exploration of huge caverns to small passageways via hiking or climbing, or along ropes for the vertical potholes. Training is every week at the climbing wall in UCD, where all abilities are catered for. Regular trips are also made to various parts of Ireland and qualified leaders supervise all activities. Indeed a great deal of emphasis is placed on safety procedures with tutorials and subsidised first aid courses held throughout the year. The club has an active social life with weekly gatherings and regular social events throughout the year.
caving & potholing Email: [email protected]: www.ucdcaving.com
CrICketCricket is a fun and social team sport. Members of all abilities are catered for, whether you are interested in a social game or more serious competition, the club provides an environment in which all members can enjoy the sport. All training and matches are played in local cricket grounds close to Belfield. The club competes in the Intervarsities, Colours and friendly fixtures throughout the season.
cricketEmail: [email protected]
Cricket is a fun and social team sport
A sport for anyonewondering what existsunderground
CapoeIraThe UCD Capoeira Club is the newest UCD sports club. Capoeira is a Brazilian art form that combines athletic movements from dances and martial arts. With roots in African rituals, it was once considered the first genuine Brazilian sport, and is marked by fluid acrobatic play and extensive use of sweeps, kicks and body movement. Capoeira encompasses art, music, language and movement. It is a mixture of rhythm and agility, suitable for any age and fitness level. It provides strength, flexibility and overall fitness. The club is a great way to meet new people and learn a new language and culture. Two qualified capoeira instructors facilitate training sessions. Beginners are most welcome.
capoeiraEmail: [email protected] Web: www.ucd.ie/sport/clublist/capoeira
A Brazilian art formthat combines athleticmovements from dancesand martial arts
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CyCLIng The Cycling Club caters for all facets of cycling – leisure/touring, competitive and non-competitive mountain biking, cyclocross, downhill racing and road racing. The club is the most successful third level cycling team in Ireland, registering stage victories in a number of major ‘Cycling Ireland’ events as well as recording numerous victories at intervarsity level in mountain biking and road racing. Members of all abilities are welcome to join this club, which has built a strong reputation as being one of UCD’s most active and friendly clubs placing major emphasis on guiding new members into the sport.
cyclingContact: Niamh StephensTel: 086 3617499Email: [email protected] Web: www.ucdcycling.com
UCD Cycling Club
eqUestrIan The Equestrian Club, which includes the Veterinary Medicine Equestrian Club, caters for almost every equestrian interest from Dressage, Show jumping, Cross Country, Polo Crosse and even Tetrathlon. Horses are provided for all riders at every competition. All standards are encouraged to join the lessons being provided at some of Ireland’s top establishments. The club also ensures a fantastic social experience for all its members with events and trips being arranged throughout the year. Whatever your level, a fun and successful year is assured.
equeStrianContact: Katie NolanTel: 085 7463004Email: [email protected]: www.ucdequestrian.org
vet equeStrianEmail: [email protected]
fenCIngThe Fencing Club is now entering its 58th year, making it one of the oldest sports clubs in the University. The sport itself allows much more individuality than most, as the three weapons of fencing each have distinct and different styles, allowing you to choose the game that suits you best.
The club is committed to making the sport accessible to as many people as possible, and provides coaching for all levels, with special focus on helping beginners master the basics. Along with the many prestigious national and international competitions UCD fencers attend throughout the year, all members are invited to partake in social nights, weekends away and special events.
fencing Contact: Gavin ColemanTel: 086 1599681Email: [email protected] Web: www.ucd.ie/fencing
The club is the mostsuccessful third levelcycling team in Ireland
Caters for almost every equestrian interest
Now entering its 58thyear, making it one of the oldest sports clubs in the University
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gaeLIC footBaLLOne of the most popular field games for men and women with a rich tradition at Belfield, Gaelic football continues to thrive by attracting players of all levels. In the men’s club the Sigerson Cup is the highlight of the intervarsity year and produces magnificent football contests in the winter months. The senior team also competes in the Higher Education League, which is now tied into Sigerson qualification adding to the League’s importance. UCD also competes in the Dublin Senior Football Championship, which is the gateway for entry into the AIB All Ireland Club Championship. UCD won this in 1974, 1975 and more recently in 2002 and 2006, one of the clubs ambitions is to again win this coveted trophy.
The Ladies Gaelic Football Club was set up in 1992, since then the club has gone from strength to strength now fielding four teams in both the Higher Education League and Third Level Championships. This UCD club has proven to be a dominant force in intervarsity competition with victories in the Harney Cup, the Lynch Shield, the O’Connor Cup as well as numerous League titles at all levels in recent years. The club caters for all levels of ability and also has a very active social scene.
gaelic football Contact: David Billings Tel: 01 7162402Email: [email protected]: www.ucd.ie/gaa
UCD GAA
gaa DeveLopMent sqUaDsThe arrival of David Billings, former Dublin footballer and hurler, as Gaelic Games Executive at Belfield revolutionized our national games at UCD. Central to this revival has been the introduction of the Development Squads that play at lunchtime, affording a broad cross section of students an opportunity to participate in their favourite code on a regular basis. Anyone wishing to play on the squads, beginning early in the new term, should watch posters for details or contact David Billings in the Sports Office.
One of the most popular field games with a rich tradition at Belfield
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goLfBoth the men’s and women’s teams play out of student friendly golf courses in Dublin. Students taking advantage of the club membership enjoy the benefits of playing top championship courses at the many outings that are organized during the year. The club welcomes players of all standards. Coaching is organised from October in local driving ranges, with team practices also arranged in preparation for competitions.
Competitive activity for the club this season includes the Intervarsities, the annual Colours match, the Irish Colleges Golf Association League as well as the main senior open club cups. Although the club has produced a number of well-known international golfers, emphasis is equally placed on introducing the sport to newcomers.
golf Contact: Jack PierseTel: 087 9271600Email: [email protected]
hanDBaLLThe Handball Club is one of the oldest established clubs in the University and competes both domestically and on the international stage. It is a fast traditional sport requiring high levels of fitness, played as singles or doubles in the handball alley and one wall handball courts in the Sports Centre. Handball is like squash but without the racquets. The club competes in three disciplines i.e. 40X20, 60X30 and one wall courts. The club has enjoyed much success in recent years, including an individual gold at the World Collegiate Handball Championships in America last year. Beginners are always welcome, with training Monday and Wednesday nights.
handball Contact: David Billings Tel: 01 716 2402 Email: [email protected]: www.ucd.ie/gaa
UCD GAA
The club hasproduced a numberof well-knowninternational golfers
Handball is like squash but without the racquets
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hUrLIngOne of the most popular Gaelic games at UCD, the club places great emphasis on incoming students in terms of advancement of skills and above all enjoyment of the game. Teams are fielded at senior, intermediate and fresher levels in the Higher Education League and Championship. Prime target every year for the senior team is winning the prestigious Fitzgibbon Cup, (the Universities Championship), which UCD has won on thirty-two occasions. Highlights of the fresher and intermediate year are the League and the Leinster Championship. The club competes in the Dublin Senior Championship and the Walsh Cup.
hurling Contact: David Billings Tel: 01 7162402Email: [email protected]: www.ucd.ie/gaa
UCD GAA
An extremely popular field game with all levels catered for
hoCkey (LaDIes/Men’s)Hockey is an extremely popular field game at Belfield with all levels catered for in both clubs. The ladies club enjoyed a fantastic season in 2012, with the 1sts, 3rds and 4ths winning their respective Leinster Leagues and the 1sts & 3rds also winning their Leinster Cups. The first team also won the intervarsities and the Irish Senior Cup. The club fields six teams each season all of which benefit from top level coaching. The clubs competitive programme includes the Leinster League (Divisions 1,3,6,7,11 & 14), Irish Senior Cup, Irish Hockey League, Leinster Cup, Intervarsities and Colours competitions. For players who are just looking for a social way to keep fit, the club also runs ‘Social Hockey’, contact the club for more information.
UCD Men’s Hockey club fields three teams, each competing in an official Leinster League. The club trains twice a week and as well as the league, the club also competes in many cup competitions such as the Irish Senior & Junior Cups, the Intervarsities and the annual Colours match. All levels of ability are provided for, with beginners as welcome as full international players. Although the focus in the clubs is primarily hockey-orientated, a great deal of emphasis is placed on social activities.
men’S hockey Contact: Conor MotyerTel: 087 27376836Email: [email protected]
UCD Mens Hockey Club
Great emphasis onadvancement of skills and above all enjoyment of the game
ladieS hockey Contact: Hannah de Burgh WhyteTel: 086 1650954 Email: [email protected]
UCD Ladies Hockey Club
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karateOne of the longer running sports clubs in the University, the Karate Club keenly welcomes beginners as well as experienced practitioners, throughout the year. Karate will help you develop mental and physical strength, fitness and flexibility, in a fun and friendly atmosphere, guided by black belt instructors. As well as physical improvement, karate will help you develop character, courage, discipline and self-control. Practicing traditional Shotokan Karate, it participates in regular courses given by Japanese and international instructors. The club maintains an active and friendly membership and has won the Irish University championships for the last two years.
karate Contact: Oisin EnrightTel: 086 0868913Email: [email protected] UCD Karate
kIteThe Kite Club aims to introduce students to the high adrenaline world of kite sports, the most popular being kitesurfing. Kitesurfing is the fastest growing board sport in the world today; and is all about having fun in the great outdoors. All levels are welcome to join, with teaching available for everyone from skilled instructors and all equipment is provided. The club runs various trips and clinics to the west coast, as well as regular Dublin sessions and has a lively social scene. There is also a competitive side to the club, entering many competitions on the Irish tour, as well as the Kitesurfing Intervarsities.
Kitesurfing is an incredibly fun and challenging sport, accessible to everyone and is a great way to meet new people and experience nature and the best of the Irish weather!
kite Email: [email protected] UCD Kite
Karate will help you develop character, courage, discipline and self-control
Kitesurfing is anincredibly fun andchallenging sport, accessible to everyone
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kUng fU (shaoLIn)The Kung Fu (Shaolin) Club teaches the Chinese martial arts of Wushu. The club teaches an entirely traditional syllabus with a team of internationally qualified instructors as well as the expert teaching skill of Professor Zhenjuan Liu, formerly of Beijing Sports University. Professor Liu teaches Longboxing, Baguazhang and Xingyiquan as well as a complete health regimen. Students require no previous knowledge of martial arts, so whether you are interested in developing fundamental to advanced self-defence skills, learning how to relax in stressful situations or simply wish to gain greater control of your body, the club has something to offer you.
Shaolin kung fu Contact: Robert Bannon Tel: 086 8255108 Email: [email protected] Web: www.ucd.ie/shaolin
UCD Shaolin Club
LaCrosse Lacrosse is a team field sport originating with the Native American Indians. Using a long-handled stick with a mesh strung head, players pass a small, airborne rubber ball between their teammates with the aim of shooting the ball into their opponent’s goal. The primary divergence in the men and women’s game is the use of contact.
UCD Lacrosse is a vibrant club that aims to introduce students to the fun, intensity, athleticism and team-spirit which lacrosse creates. Beginner’s events and regular trips, social events and game days make the club particularly inclusive. Outdoor training takes place twice a week, and the club provides all equipment for beginners.
lacroSSe Contact: Evanna MurphyTel: 086 1513888Email: [email protected]
UCD Lacrosse
Advanced self defence skills, and learning how to relaxin stressful situations A team field sport
originating with the Native American Indians
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LaU gar kICkBoxIngThe Lau Gar Kickboxing Club is one of the most popular martial arts clubs in the University. Usual training includes the traditional Chinese Lau Gar syllabus, kickboxing and sparring as well as aerobic fitness and flexibility. Two professional and qualified Lau Gar Ireland instructors facilitate training sessions. Training is aimed at the individual’s level of fitness, flexibility and aptitude, with a view to improving them all. Lau Gar is the ideal way to keep fit, learn self-defense and have fun too. Beginners are well catered for and can hope to aspire to reach blue sash status by the end of the year.
lau gar kickboxing Contact: Padraig LuceyTel: 087 9506659Email: [email protected]: www.ucd.ie/laugar
UCD Lau Gar Kickboxing
MoUntaIneerIngThe club offers a safe and fun introduction to this life-long pursuit. There are weekly hikes and regular trips to some of the most beautiful parts of Ireland. The club has the benefit of access to the climbing wall in the Sports Centre. As experienced is gained, the club has the resources to support Mountaineering in big ranges such as the Alps. The club takes part in several competitions throughout the year, at intervarsity and national level in climbing and bouldering. There is also an active social life attached to this club with numerous events organised throughout the year.
mountaineering Contact: Brian FoxTel: 085 1434497Email: [email protected] Web: www.ucdmountaineeringclub.com
UCD Mountaineering Club
Lau Gar is the ideal way to keep fit, learn self-defense and have fun too Weekly hikes and trips to
some of the mostbeautiful parts of Ireland
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nInJUtsUNinjutsu is a traditional martial art with roots stretching back several thousand years. It was used by peasant clans to protect against incursions by samurai and others. Today the emphasis is on practical street defence, using balance and body movement with good knowledge of the human body and how it works. Strength is not a prime requirement, so this is an ideal form of self defence for both men and women. It helps to build the body, mind and spirit. Instruction is provided on weapons and traditional techniques, swords, staffs etc.
ninjutSu Contact: Cillian MurphyTel: 085 7426544Email: [email protected]
UCD Ninjitsu
oLyMpIC hanDBaLL Olympic Handball is a fast, tactical and physical team sport and one of the most popular sports in mainland Europe and is growing in popularity in Ireland. The club boasts a large number of international students and is an excellent place to meet new people from all over the world. Players of all levels are welcome to join this competitive and very social club. The club fields both men’s and women’s teams in the National Leagues and the club calendar also includes a number of trips to national and international tournaments.
olympic handball Email: [email protected]: www.ucd.ie/handball
UCD Olympic Handball
Traditional martial art with roots stretching back several thousand years
Boasts a large number of international students and is an excellent place to meet new people
netBaLL This popular international sport is ideal for anyone who likes to keep fit and enjoys team games. New members are always welcome with standards ranging from complete beginners to international players who are all catered for on the clubs three teams. Annual club events include Colours matches, the Mixed Netball Tournament, League participation and Intervarsities. Whether you’re a beginner or highly advanced, you are welcome to get involved.
netball Contact: Ellen KellyTel: 085 2350301 Email: [email protected]
Ideal for anyone who likes to keep fit and enjoys team games
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orIenteerIngOrienteering involves running around a course to locate control points shown on a map in the fastest possible time. The sport takes place mostly in forests, but also in parks, mountains, sand dunes and occasionally on streets. Anyone who enjoys running, walking, or outdoor sports will find orienteering ideal. All levels of ability are catered for in this club, which has a strong social dimension. Competitive activity includes the Intervarsities, Leinster Leagues, Provincial and National Championships as well as international events. Newcomers are most welcome.
orienteering Email: [email protected]: www.ucd.ie/ucdore
pooL & snooker The Pool & Snooker Club promotes both eight-ball Pool and Snooker on campus. Ten ranking tournaments are held throughout the year. Teams are also selected to represent UCD in the Higher Education Pool league and the HESPC Pool intervarsities. Other non-ranking events include 9-ball Pool and doubles Pool. Players of all levels are welcome to join and partake in training in preparation for the Snooker varsities in November. Club members have represented Ireland with great success in international competitions in both Pool and Snooker. Sign up at the Expo or the Freshers Pool tournament or indeed any tournament or training session.
pool & Snooker Contact: Lorcan KavanaghTel: 087 2149204 Email: [email protected]: ucdpoolandsnooker.yolasite.com
UCD Pool and Snooker Club
Takes place mostlyin forests, but alsoin parks, mountains,sand dunes, and on streets
Club members have represented Ireland with great success
rIfLe The UCD Rifle Club offers students the opportunity to experience the Olympic sports of 10m Air Rifle and Air Pistol shooting. The club has a fully electronic 14 firing point, 10m shooting range, the largest and most advanced of its kind in the country. The club provides all the coaching and equipment necessary for those completely new to the sport, as well as experienced shooters. Members have the opportunity to try clay pigeon shooting, .22 shooting and paintball. The club organising trips as well as hosting and competing in a number of competitions. Club members enjoy an active social scene with fun shoots and film nights.
rifle & piStol Contact: Claire LeydenTel: 087 2364578Email: [email protected]: www.ucd.ie/rifle UCD Rifle Club
Provides all coachingand equipmentnecessary for thosenew to the sport
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rUgBy (Men’s) The Rugby Club was founded in 1911. The first XV plays in Division 1B of the Ulster Bank All Ireland League. Other club teams play in the Leinster Leagues including two Under 21 teams, J1, J2 and J4. All levels of playing skills are catered for with the ultimate aim of improving playing standards throughout the club.
One of the highlights of 2011-12 season was the performance of the Under 21A team which won all five trophies on offer for this age-grade including retaining the IRFU All-Ireland Fraser McMullen Trophy. The Under 21B’s won the Purcell Cup, the J1’s won the Metro Plate. While the J4’s won their league. Apart from the leagues, annual intervarsity competitions also take place including the Colours v Trinity and the Irish University Championships for the Dudley and Conroy Cups. Whilst the demands of the game are ever greater in terms of fitness, speed, strength and skill, this club is well equipped to meet all of these challenges. The training / playing facilities include 4 grass rugby pitches (including the UCD Bowl), 1 synthetic rugby pitch, modern spacious changing rooms and a new squad gym. The new clubhouse/bar will be the venue for many social gatherings throughout the year.
rugby Contact: Bobby Byrne Tel: 01 7162184Email: [email protected]: www.ucdrugby.com UCD Rugby
UCD rUgBy aCaDeMyThe UCD Academy is a feature of Irish Rugby. Under the guidance of Director Bobby Byrne and fully endorsed by the IRFU, the Academy attracts some of Ireland’s finest young players to Belfield. Most of these begin playing on the Under 21 team and enjoy the highest standards of management, coaching, fitness development and scientific support. The Academy has produced a number of province-contracted players and Irish internationals including Brian O’Driscoll, Rob Kearney, Fergus McFadden, Sean O’Brien and Kevin McLaughlin.
The new clubhouse/bar will be the venue for many social gatherings throughout the year
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saILIngUCD Sailing Club offers students the opportunity to enjoy the ‘university sailing experience’. The club welcomes sailors of all levels and offers training for all its members throughout the year - from beginners, who are taught by the sailing clubs instructors to those experienced sailors, who train in UCD’s own fleet of Firefly dinghies. The club is also the proud owner of a J80, which it will use in preparation for this year’s Student Yachting World Cup. Sailing is a sport built around teamwork and as a result long lasting friendships are formed among participants. UCD continues to be one of Ireland’s top sailing Universities with strong performances both at home and abroad.
Sailing Contact: Zoe FloodEmail: [email protected]: www.ucd.ie/sailing
UCD Sailing Club
sanshoU (taI ChI ChUan)Sanshou is a self-defence system, which practices and competes in Chinese boxing and wrestling. The club trains in Tai Chi Chuan, with an emphasis on internal strength applied to kick, punch and throw. Tai Chi Chuan uses internal strength to effectively overpower brute force and hard attack, making it ideal for those of all ages and physiques. Training involves sparring, form, applications, self-defence, weapon training and internal conditioning. The club also boats European and World Champions as well as lineage holders teaching. The club claims that training improves posture, health and over-all physical well-being.
SanShou (tai chi chuan)Contact: Neil MannionTel: 086 0718281Email: [email protected]
Sailing is a sport built around teamwork and as a result long lasting friendships are formed among participants
rUgBy (WoMen’s) Enthusiastic women of all shapes and sizes are being sought to take up this year’s challenge of making it to the League final. It is according to club officials the ultimate sport that incorporates fitness, speed, strength, intelligence and determination. All are welcome to join with experience of the game not essential as the first sessions cater for beginners. In fact the majority of the club members have never played rugby before coming to UCD.
women’S rugby Contact: Marie-Louise RyanTel: 086 3242857Email: [email protected]
UCD Women’s Rugby
Sport that incorporatesfitness, speed, strength, intelligence and determination
Tai Chi Chuan uses internal strength to effectively overpower brute force and hard attack
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soCCer (WoMen’s)UCD Women’s Soccer Club currently has two squads, which cater for players of all abilities from beginners to international standard. The 1st squad competes in the WSCAI League Premier Division, the highest standard at collegiate level in Ireland and the Intervarsity Cup competition. The clubs 2nd squad competes in the WSCAI Leinster Regional League and Cup competitions. Both teams also compete in the annual WSCAI Futsal competition. As well as playing at the highest level of third level soccer in Ireland, the club wishes to introduce newcomers to the sport and aims to develop the skills of all its members with the help of expert coaches. wo
women’S Soccer Contact: Meghan Healy Tel: 087 2563545Email: [email protected] Web: www.ucd.ie/womenssoccer
For players of all abilities from beginners to international standard
snoWsportsOne of the bigger clubs in UCD, the Snowsports Club provides the opportunity for its members to participate in the sports of skiing and snowboarding. The club welcomes all abilities from beginner to the most hardcore enthusiasts. Whether you want to get big air in freestyle, high speed in racing or just learn to shred, the club encourages you all to join. The club trains weekly on the newly refurbished dry ski slopes at Kilternan, including beginners’ lessons, race training and freestyle sessions. The club also participates in competitions during the year. In addition to their training and competitions, the club also organises the legendary UCD ski trips to the Alps and the UK.
SnowSportSContact: Paddy JordanEmail: [email protected]: www.ucdsnowsports.com
UCD Snowsports Club
The club organises ski trips to the Alps and the UK
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soCCer (Men’s)The men’s club with 65 teams is UCD’s biggest sports club. UCD play their Airtricity League Premier Division home games on Friday nights in the UCD Bowl. An extensive scholarship programme is supplemented by a high degree of activity at intermediate and fresher levels and of course the Superleague, a sporting phenomenon at UCD. League involvement includes the National League, the Leinster Senior League, the Superleague and the Colleges and Universities League. The club also competes in the three Irish Universities Cup competitions: Harding, Crowley and Collingwood Cups. The club enjoyed another successful year in 2012 maintaining premier division status and winning the Collingwood Cup.
men’S Soccer Contact: Diarmuid McNally Tel: 01 716 2142 Email: [email protected] Web: www.ucdsoccer.com
UCD AFC
UCD sUperLeagUeMuch of the publicity associated with UCD’s progress as a powerhouse of Irish soccer refers to the University team competing in the Airtricity League Premier Division. But with the development of elite soccer players has been the growth of the ever popular and ever-expanding UCD Superleague.
Over sixty teams from across the University compete in the league, which promotes the bond between students in the same class and translates this affinity onto the playing pitch. The UCD Superleague is recognized as an official and fully approved league by the FAI.
The men’s club with teams is UCD’s biggest sports club65
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sUB aqUaCelebrating its 20th year, the Sub Aqua Club is one of the premier voluntary dive training clubs in the country. The club recognizes qualifications from most dive training organisations. Training comprises a series of lectures on dive theory with practical pool sessions. The club arranges snorkels in Dublin Bay throughout the winter, dives three times a week March to October along with trips away, day trips, foreign holidays, pool sessions etc. throughout the year. The club has all the equipment needed and all that is required is that members buy/borrow some snorkeling equipment and have lots of enthusiasm.
Sub-aqua Contact: Eleanor CunninghamTel: 087 7861875Email: [email protected]: www.ucdsac.ie
UCD Scuba Club
One of the premier voluntary dive training clubs in the country
softBaLLThe UCD Softball club plays co-ed slow-pitch softball. Games, not dissimilar to baseball, are played by two teams consisting of 10 players each. The teams are mixed in a 50:50 ratio of males to females - one of the only sports in the country to be mixed to an International standard. The club enters some fun summer tournaments, catering for all levels of experience and for those interested in recreational and competitive games. The club has won the overall intervarsity title for the past two years, and has enjoyed good results in Leinster competitions. The club also enjoys a strong recreational and social scene.
Softball Contact: Alex ShepardTel: 086 2686767Email: [email protected]: www.ucdsoftball.com
UCD Softball Club
sqUashSquash is a fast energetic racquet sport that rewards quick-thinking and quick feet. UCD has four courts located in the Sports Centre, where members benefit from free court time and coaching two nights a week. The club organises a Club Night as part of the social scene that includes friendly competitions and open play. The club aims to develop the ability of every level of player with a massive focus on beginners. The club provides rackets, balls and protective eyewear at club sessions. Newcomers to the sport are always welcome.
SquaSh Contact: Conall O’MurchúTel: 085 7829768Email: [email protected]
UCD Squash Club
One of the only sports in the country to be mixed to an international standard
A fast energetic sport that rewards quick-thinking and quick feet
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sUrfSurfing is an exhilarating and challenging sport. Both beginners and the more experienced surfers are welcome to join the club, which offers lessons for all its members. The objective of the club is to get the members surfing as much as possible and it organises numerous trips to the west coast of Ireland as well as a trip abroad. The club also highlights the importance of water safety and offers its members the chance to complete the NBLQ Beach Life guarding course. The club also competes in the Intervarsity Championships and Colours. The club claims that surfing is fun, challenging and a great way to meet new people. Surf:
Surf Contact: Aoife SmeatonTel: 085 1299808Email: [email protected]: ww.ucdsurf.com
UCD Surf Club
sWIMMIng & WaterpoLoFor the first time in the clubs 100 year history it will have access to the new world class 50m pool on campus. Match this with the expertise of head coach Earl McCarthy (Olympian, Atlanta 1996) the club will soon be synonymous with swimming excellence. This year the club successfully defended their intervarsities title and will be hosting the Swimming intervarsities in the new UCD pool. The waterpolo section also continues to go from strength. The ladies team was runner up in this years varsity tournament while the men reached the semi-finals. With plans for a new coach and training also in the new pool, this will be a big year for waterpolo in UCD.
Swimming & waterpoloContact: Eoin GrayTel: 087 4168922Email: [email protected]: www.ucd.ie/sport/clubs/clublistswimmingwaterpolo
An exhilarating andchallenging sport open to all levels of ability
For the first time in the clubs 100 year history it will have access to the new world class 50m pool on campus
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tennIsOne of the most popular sports clubs on campus, the Tennis Club competes in the intervarsities, in all Dublin Leagues and the annual Colours fixture against Trinity, as well as the Floodlit League and the Winter League. The Tennis Club uses facilities on campus, which include five international standard floodlit tennis courts. There is an extensive programme of beginner - improver coaching, with practice sessions also held for the top two teams. The club also organises a number of social events. Beginners always welcome.
tenniS Contact: Andrew O’ConnorVictoria O’GormanTel: 087 2776474/086 2070005Email: [email protected]: www.ucd.ie/tennis
UCD Tennis Club
One of the most popular sports clubs on campus
taekWon-Do Taekwon-Do is a very popular martial art in Ireland. Taekwon-Do combines self-defence techniques and oriental teachings to produce a discipline that promotes fitness, courage and self-respect as well as the ability to defend oneself. It involves both specific and general training in areas of fitness, flexibility and strength of body and mind. The clubs programme includes seminars and squad sessions with national and international instructors and competitions during the year. Social events and trips away lend a strong social dimension to this club. Beginners are welcome with specific beginner classes organised. Members from other federations are also welcome.
taekwon-do Contact: Rebecca AndersonTel: 087 6942527Email: [email protected]: www.ucd.ie/tkd
Promotes fitness, courage and self-respect as well as the ability to defend oneself
The club welcomes anyone, whether you’ve got some experience, or never seen a trampoline before.
taBLe tennIs This UCD club enjoys a high reputation in Irish table tennis with many of the club members enjoying success in national and international competition. In intervarsity competition the men’s team have been particularly dominant in the Wine Cup, and the club enjoys the longest current winning streak in this intervarsity competition, taking their Championship 13 years in a row from 2000-2012. The structure of the club was changed in recent years, with the re-introduction of a ladder and club tournaments to develop participation levels, while also maintaining the focus on competitive achievement. Players and beginners welcome with coaching provided to all.
table tenniS Email: [email protected]
Club enjoys the longest current winning streak in the Wine Cup, 13 years in a row
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traMpoLIneLondon 2012 will be trampolining’s fourth Olympic outing, showing just how big this sport is becoming. It is dynamic, high-energy, technical, spectacular and above all great fun. Beginners are welcome and the clubs’ experienced coaches can take you from your very first bounce to competition standard routines. The club has at least two fun and challenging training sessions a week and also attends various competitions in Ireland and abroad throughout the year. The active social side guarantees a memorable year, on and off the trampoline. Whether you want an adrenaline rush, to keep fit, or make friends, join the Trampoline Club.
trampolineContact: Ruth FoyTel: 085 7183076Email: [email protected]: www.ucdtramp.com
UCD Trampoline Club
ULtIMate frIsBeeUltimate Frisbee is one of the fastest growing sports in Ireland with 30 established teams all over the country. It is a non-contact mixed field and indoor team sport that requires high levels of fitness, speed and stamina. While frisbee is quite a competitive sport, a lot of emphasis is put on the spirit of the game and the social aspect of the club, making it a really enjoyable sport for players of all abilities.
ultimate friSbeeContact: Killian RocheTel: 086 0872250Email: [email protected]: www.ucd.ie/ultimate
UCD-Ultimate-Frisbee
Ultimate Frisbee is one of the fastest growing sports in IrelandDynamic, high energy,
technical, spectacular and above all great fun
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voLLeyBaLLVolleyball is becoming Ireland’s fastest-growing team sport, competitive yet great fun. UCD competes at all levels and is always looking for more players whether they are experienced or not. UCD is one of the largest and most successful clubs in Ireland, represented by a team in four of the five national volleyball leagues.
In addition to the leagues, the competitive programme for the year includes the Ballymun Patriots tournament, the CUSAI League, the Intervarsities, the Enniskillen tournament and the UCD Blitz.
volleyball Contact:Lara PesTel: 085 2862152Email: [email protected]
WInDsUrfIngAn exciting sport open to all levels of ability. The club provides all necessary equipment. All that is required is a sense of balance and the ability to swim. The club meets every weekend and courses are held throughout the year offering tuition in basic sailing, safety training, carve gibing and race techniques. Absolute beginners are welcome and there is a rescue boat on hand at all times. Throughout the year the locals of Achill Island, Belmullet, Downings and Castlegregory enjoy the clubs energy both on and off the water. The club also takes part in the Irish Windsurfing Intervarsities, the annual Colours competition and the Irish Slalom series.
windSurfing Contact: Orfhlaith O’RiordanTel: 085 7139759Email: [email protected] Web: www.ucdwindsurf.com
UCDWindsurf
All that is required is a sense of balance and the ability to swim.
Ireland’s fastest-growing team sport, competitiveyet great fun
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sports sChoLarshIps Since its introduction in 1979 the UCD sports scholarship programme has expanded and supported over 800 students across Athletics, Basketball, Camogie, Cycling, Ladies Gaelic Football, Men’s Gaelic Football, Golf, Handball, Ladies Hockey, Men’s Hockey, Hurling, Rowing, Rugby, Women’s Soccer and Table Tennis.
appLICants for the UCD sports sChoLarshIp prograMMe WILL Be athLetes Who have the potentIaL to CoMpete at the hIghest natIonaL LeveL anD aBove.
The aim of the sports scholarship programme is to assist in the development of a sporting career by offering the highest standards in coaching, training, nutrition, strength and conditioning advice, while also completing their chosen course of study.The value of each sports scholarship is assessed on an individual basis. The recipient may use their budget to offset costs such as accommodation, books, fees, equipment, sports medicine, travel to national and international competitions.
Applicants should apply to the CAO by 1st February 2013 as normal. Applicants should also submit a supplementary application to UCD Sport. Please visit www.ucd.ie/sport/scholarships to check the closing dates and to complete the on-line application forms.
Scholars will be selected through an initial short-listing process and then in some cases interview and / or trial. UCD Sport and the relevant club in UCD conduct the assessments. There are several important criteria that must be met, including an outstanding sporting ability, academic achievements and a willingness to train with and represent UCD in competition.
Please note that a sports scholarship can only be awarded where a student has applied for and gained a place on any UCD degree programme or the Diploma in Sport & Exercise Management, through the usual academic entry route. Scholarship awards are subject to renewal on an annual basis.
for further information:Address: UCD Sport, UCD Sports CentreBelfield, Dublin 4.Tel: 01 716 2183Email: [email protected]: www.ucd.ie/sport/scholarships
aD astra eLIte athLete sChoLarshIpsThe pursuit of excellence is part of the mission of UCD. In sport, support for talented sportsmen and women in UCD, is delivered at two levels, the long established Sports Scholarship programme and the new Ad Astra Elite Athlete Scholarship. The Sports Scholarship Programme and the Elite Athlete Scholarship are for students who wish to compete and succeed at the highest sporting levels while simultaneously attaining a degree at UCD.
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The UCD Ad Astra Elite Athlete Scholarship caters for students who are competing at the highest available level in their chosen sport and who have identifiable potential for further improvement.
The following are minimum standards of entry:
Athletics:• junior international representation. Rugby:• international schools or provincial representation / attached to an academySoccer:• junior international representation / attached to an academy. GAA: • normally county minor level and capable of competing at a higher age level. Hockey:• junior international representation. Rowing:• junior international representation. Other Sports:• as defined by the recognised sporting body and a strong competitive record at the highest level of their chosen sport.
Some provision may be made for successful candidates who do not attain the required points for their chosen degree but who can show evidence of ability to undertake their chosen course. This concession reflects the time commitment and discipline invested by athletes in their sporting endeavours. Applicants are required to apply to the CAO as normal and also to submit an application to the UCD Ad Astra Academy Elite Athlete Scholarship by 31st January 2013.
Unsuccessful applicants will automatically be considered for a Sports scholarship. Current students can also apply by 31st January 2013.
BeneFits
Elite Athlete Scholars receive:
The support of a dedicated academic •mentor.Access to expert training coaching •and discipline-specific facilities.A guaranteed place in on-campus •accommodation if required.The scholarship includes a 50% fee •remission (subject to a maximum remission of €4000) plus a bursary.
The scholarship is awarded for the normal duration of the degree, subject to annual review of continued high performance at sporting level, and attainment of academic standards for progression.
application form and furtherinformation:Tel: 01 716 3419 Email: [email protected]: www.ucd.ie/myucd/adastraacademy
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openinG HoUrs/contact:To keep up-to-date with events and developments taking place in the Student Centre and UCD Sport & Fitness visit our websites at www.ucd.ie/studentcentre or www.ucd.ie/sport or check us out on Facebook.
pool & gym
Tel: 01 716 3800 01 716 3188 (Membership & Sales)Monday - Friday: 6am - 10.30pmSaturday/Sunday & Bank Holidays:Last admissions 30 minutes before closing.
indoor hallS, courtS,claSSeS, campS & pitcheS
Tel: 01 716 2145 /2185Monday - Friday: 7am - 10pmSaturday/Sunday: 10am - 5pmBank Holidays: Closed
Student centre
Tel: 01 716 3160Monday – Friday: 8am - 10pmSaturday / Sunday: 9am - 6pmBank Holidays: Closed *Opening hours subject to change during out of term, please check www.ucd.ie/studentcentre or www.ucd.ie/sport
The UCD Student Centre and UCD Sport & Fitness are at the heart of student life in UCD. The recently completed extension provides our students with the most diverse student facility of any university in Ireland.
sportinG Facilities:50 metre swimming pool
Gym, dance and a spinning studios
Sauna and jacuzzi
12 natural grass pitches on campus,including the UCD Bowl, home ground toboth UCD RFC and UCD AFC
Five floodlit tennis courts
Six synthetic 5-a-side pitches
Sand based hockey pitch
Synthetic rugby pitch
Synthetic GAA pitch
Synthetic 11-a-side soccer pitch
National Hockey Stadium
Three multi-purpose sports halls
Four squash courts
Handball/racquetball alley
Climbing wall
Changing facilities for indoor andoutdoor sports
UCD stUDent Centre/ UCD sport & fItness
stUDent centre Facilities:State of the art 3D cinema
Drama theatre
Debating chamber
600-seat auditorium
Meeting and Seminar rooms (for student clubs and societies)
TV Studio
Radio Pod
Medical Centre
Pharmacy
Barber
Newsagent
Great places to eat or just chill out
8am - 5.30pm
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Contact: Carmel Kissane, UCD Sports Education OfficerTel: 01 716 2422Email: [email protected] Web: www.ucd.ie/getingearAddress: UCD Sports Centre, Belfield, Dublin 4.
CoUCh to 5k rUnThroughout the academic year UCD Sport offers a supervised UCD campus run /walk. Using the UCD woodland walkways as the route, UCD Sport offers supervised sessions to help you ease into running at a gradual level. The idea is to transform you from a couch potato to a runner, getting you running 5k on a regular basis.
UCD Get in Gear Get Active programme is designed to cater for complete beginners to those who want to be challenged more to help increase their fitness levels.
UCD students are provided with an opportunity to try out a wide variety of activities in a non-competitive environment due to the flexibility of the UCD Get in Gear timetable allowing students to include exercise around a busy academic schedule. The UCD Get in Gear programme is rolled out over a seven-week period and is offered to UCD students twice in the academic year (October and January). The programme aims to promote the benefits of exercise and a healthy lifestyle here at UCD. It is delivered by UCD Sport in partnership with UCD School of Public Health, Physiotherapy and Population Science, UCD Institute of Food and Health, and the UCD Institute for Sport & Health.
Students will have the opportunity to take part in a health evaluation or fitness test (depending on your current level of activity), which will be carried out prior to participating in five weeks of exercise activities.
As part of the UCD Get in Gear Get Active programme, the exercise activities will be delivered at three levels: Low Impact, High Intensity and Suitable for All to cater for a range of fitness levels participating in the programme. There is a wide variety of indoor and outdoor exercise classes, which are led by qualified fitness professionals and these instructors will inspire and motivate you. Following completion of the five-week exercise programme, health evaluations and fitness tests are carried out in Week 7 to determine your progress.
InternatIonaL CoUrt soCCerUCD Sport offers International Court Soccer (ISC) as another form of exercise activity. This game is played in a squash court using a specifically designed ball. The game is traditionally played one-on-one but can be enjoyed in a round-robin tournament style as well. You can pick up a brochure on ICS rules at the UCD Sports Centre reception.
UCD get In gear
UcD Get in Gear student programmes 2012/2013
October 2012 January 2013
10 - 30 Sept 2012 Registration 26 Nov - 21 Jan 2013 Registration
1 Oct 2012 Programmes begin 21 Jan 2013 Programmes begin
step Up & JoIn In heaLth & exerCIse referraL prograMMeDo you need help to kick start your way to becoming a New You? This programme is provided to encourage UCD students to choose EXERCISE as a form of medicine. UCD Sport in partnership with the medical practitioners and nurses from the UCD Student Health Centre are offering this support programme to help and advise students how to Step Up & Join In on the UCD Get in Gear programme or another form of exercise.
other exerCIse prograMMes
for further info on ucd’S health & exerciSe programmeS:
UCD Sports & Fitness also offers a full programme of fitness classes including aerobics, boxercise, circuit training, pilates and yoga.
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staff DIreCtoryStudent Services & Facilities
Dominic O’Keeffe Director of Student Services & Facilities [email protected]
Sport Office
Brian Mullins Director of Sport 01 716 2160 [email protected]
Georgina Dwyer Executive Assistant 01 716 2183 [email protected]
Sports Clubs & Scholarships 01 716 2183 /2208
Sports Development Officers
Suzanne Bailey Development Manager & AUC Executive Secretary
01 716 2208 [email protected]
David Billings Gaelic Games Executive 01 716 2402 [email protected]
Bobby Byrne Director of Rugby 01 716 2184 [email protected]
Diarmuid McNally Soccer Executive 01 716 2142 [email protected]
UCD Sport & Fitness- Indoor Halls, Climbing Wall, Courts, Pitches etc.
Facilities Bookings, Fitness Classes & Enquiries 01 716 2145 / 2185
Lisa Geiran Sports Centre Manager 01 716 2145 / 2185 [email protected]
Barry Mahoney Sports Centre Manager 01 716 2145 / 2185 [email protected]
Brian Cashman Sports Centre Manager 01 716 2145 / 2185 [email protected]
Paula Cashman Sports Centre Manager 01 716 2145 / 2185 [email protected]
Jenna Geiran Sports Centre Manager 01 716 2145 / 2185 [email protected]
UCD Sport & Fitness (Gym & Pool) & UCD Student Centre
Gym & Pool queries 01 716 3800 [email protected]
Conference & Events queries 01 716 3160 [email protected]
Health and Exercise Programmes
Carmel Kissane Sports Education Officer 01 716 2422 [email protected]
Other
Café Sport 01 716 2150
Belfield Barber 01 716 2145
Student Centre Café 01 716 3150
