Tennis Clubs & Camps in Wicklow,Kildare & Dublin

Looking for Easter or Summer Camp ideas for the kids?  Then check out the  upcoming Easter tennis camps from the Jamie Stafford Tennis Academy with venues in Co Wicklow, Kildare and Dublin.

Easter Tennis Camp season is now signing up online at www.jsta.ie, details below:

EASTER TENNIS CAMP:

Dates:

Camp 1: Monday 2nd to Thursday 5th April (Inclusive)

Camp 2: Tuesday 10th to Friday 13th April (Inclusive)

INDOORS ON RAINY DAYS

10am to 3pm each dayFor Children aged 4 to 16 years (Groups will be divided by age & standard)

For just €79 per child for the week.

At the following venues in Dublin:

• Rathdown School Glenageary»
• St. Michael’s College Dublin 4»
• Wesley College Dublin 14»
• Castleknock College Dublin 15»
• St. Colmcille’s School Knocklyon Dublin 16»
• SPORTSCO Dublin 4
  to book call:  01-6687022 ext (0)

At the following venue in Wicklow:

• DCW Wicklow Town

At the following venue in Kildare:

• North Kildare Tennis Club Kilcock

Daily Camp Schedule:

• 10am to 11.30am – Coaching, practice & games on the day’s topic.
• 11.30am to 11.50am – Break
• 11.50am to 1pm – Fun Tournaments
• 1pm to 1.20pm – Break
• 1.20pm to 2.50pm – Combination of tennis games & video
• 2.50pm to 3pm – Wrap-up and get ready to go home

More information on our Holiday Camps:

JSTA run tennis camps in various locations throughout the year. You can book places either online or call Jamie on  087 278 8985 or email info@jsta.ie

Our tennis camps are designed to cater to two age brackets, from 4 to 12 years, and from 12 years and over.

For more information on any of the services offered, drop us an email or call Jamie on  087 278 8985 or visit us on Facebook >>

Walking Trails by hillwalkers for hillwalkers

WalkingRoutes.ie the website that allows you to find walking trails near you.

WalkingRoutes.ie was created by hillwalkers for hillwalkers. Frustrated with a lack of trail maps in Ireland the website was created so that a community of users could create and share their own trails.

Knowing how many unofficial trails that only locals must be aware of WalkingRoutes.ie’s aim is to enable the sharing of this tribal knowledge.

http://walkingroutes.ie/WalkingTrails/

A small example of some of the trails on the site so far include:
Bray to Greystones
A medium length walk that incorporates the cliff walk for part of its route. The objective is to get from Bray to Greystones and back.
Not looped | 16.52 km | Co. Wicklow | Moderate walk |

Keadeen Mountain
Keadeen is an isolated south-west outpost of the Wicklow mountains over looking the Glen of Imaal which is backed by the mass of Lugnaquillia.
Looped walk | 4.21 km | Co. Wicklow | Hard walk

Ballineddan Mountain

Ballineddan Mountain (Sliabh Bhaile an Fheadáin, Mountain of the village of the small stream) involves a fairly steep ascent partly on untracked heather and grass.
Looped walk | 4.76 km | Co. Wicklow | Hard walk

Black Castle Walk
Gorgeous sea views
Looped walk | 5.48 km | Co. Wicklow | Easy walk

Avoca Forest walk
Charming deciduous woodland and onwards into the new conifer plantation. This well established track leads you to stunning views of the countryside…
Looped walk | 9.99 km | Co. Wicklow | Hard walk

Avondale Walk
Avondale is famous for its array of native and exotic tree’s. Home to over 90 different species of birds idea in April and May being the best time of year for bird watchers. …
Looped walk | 1.48 km | Co. Wicklow | Easy walk

Conary Mines Trail
Mining played an important role in the history of Avoca. Today the remains of seven engine houses lie here..
Looped walk | 2.07 km | Co. Wicklow | Hard walk

Deputy’s Pass
Short trail through deciduous forest trailing along side Potters river. A total delight. See Joss Lynam’s book “Easy Walks near Dublin” for a very interesting insight …
Looped walk | 3.07 km | Co. Wicklow | Easy walk

Turlough Hill
The ground under foot on this trail is relatively easy going and offers great views of the Wicklow Mountains.
Not looped | 5.85 km | Co. Wicklow | Moderate walk

Irish daily Mail Fan Van

The Irish daily Mail will be visiting Wicklow Gaol this Wednesday from 12pm – 2pm to show off the amazing Fan Van and get signatures from Wicklow Soccer fans who wish to show their support for the Irish Team as they head over to Europe (see info below and attached).

Please pop down to show your support and have a look at the amazing prize that is up for grabs. This is a public event, so feel free to bring your kids, neighbours and local clubs!

Let’s show the Irish Squad full support from Wicklow Town.

show the Irish Squad full support from Wicklow Town

Valentines  Singles Walk Wicklow

Guided walk, Lunch and evening meal for singles in Co. Wicklow.
Sat 11th Feb 2012 Glendalough, Co. Wicklow

Places are limited Booking is required

Tickets cost €65

Walking is a fantastic way to meet people in a more relaxed and enjoyable environment. We are delighted to be able to invite you along for another guided walk in the stunning Glendalough region of the Wicklow Mountains National Park followed by dinner in the highly-recommended Wicklow Heather Restaurant.

Price Includes:

• Guided walk with qualified guide
• Packed Lunch for walk
• Evening Meal in the Wicklow Heather Restaurant.

The walk

We will walk along an old road up the Upper Lake passing the Monastic site, which we will stop and visit. The walk then takes us through an old oak forest along the bottom right-hand side of the lake. From here we will pass by St’ Kevin’s Cell and Reefert church (“Ri fearta” or the King’s Cemetery and sacred Gaelic Chieftain burial grounds) and follow the trail along through the woods. We will then leave the trail and go into the trees to come out on top of one the most incredible views above the Upper Lake – a definite photo opportunity. We will then follow a board walk up towards the Gleneola River and bridge where we will stop for some lunch.

From here we will take the path passing an old mining village and through a forest of old Scot pines. We will follow the trail along the side of the upper lake and through the heart of Glendalough valley back to where we started.

The walk will last approximately 3 -4 hours and will be taken at a very easy pace with an optional easier walk also.
There are plenty of stops and photo opportunities along the way.
No previous walking experience required.

Itinerary
12.00 Meet in the Lounge of the Glendalough Hotel.
12.30-16.30 Guided walk with packed lunch included.
16.30-18.00 Time to freshen up and change after your walk.
18.00 Drinks at the Glendalough Hotel bar.
19:00 Dinner at the Wicklow Heather Restaurant (followed by drinks – and hopefully live music in Lynhams – for those who can stay).

Drinks not included in the price.

For more details and booking Contact

Web: http://www.Hilltoptreks.ie

Tel: 0877849599

Email: Info@hilltoptreks.ie

HELL & BACK WINTER RUN- SUN 29TH JAN 2012

After the huge success of the first adventure run in October, where over 600 lunatics hauled themselves around the grueling 10K course, Alive Outside has launched HELL & BACK Winter, which will take place in Killruddery Estate, Bray, Co Wicklow on Sunday 29th January.

This body-aching adventure race is guaranteed to push your physical and mental capacities to bursting point and truly is Ireland’s Toughest 10k Challenge!

The Winter version promises to be even tougher than before, as you have to cope with new even harder challenges, as well as the ice-cold, rain-sodden weather conditions. Plus you will get wet…very wet!

You can sign up now as a team of 4 (€144) or as an individual (€42) so why not grab a few of your friends, take up this ultimate New Year challenge and see if you can make it through HELL & BACK!

Go to www.hellandback.ie for more info or click on this link for our brochure http://tinyurl.com/hellandbackwinter

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