All you need is a quiet corner and a laptop.

The people behind this year’s Cork Athletics Week are inviting participants to get involved from the comfort of their own homes, with four completely free live events planned from July 3rd to 8th, 2023.

“We are coordinating a number of online opportunities for people interested in athletics.” the group announced on social media.

“This presents a fantastic opportunity for everyone to try athletics and activities with local clubs in a supportive environment.”

This year’s free live online sessions are:

• Monday, July 3rd: Live Yoga Session with Sarah Fox
• Tuesday, July 4th: Strength & Conditioning Webinar with Dylan O’ Leary (One Arena)
• Wednesday, July 5th: Live webinar: The Month to Munich; Navigating the route to Ireland’s fastest man Israel Olatunde’s 100M NR and European Final with coach Daniel Kilgallon.
• Thursday, July 6th: Live Pilates Session with Eoin Everard

Booking for all the free classes and webinars is open now and you can reserve your place here.

Fun for kids in Tramore Valley Park

As part of Cork Athletics Week, an Athletics FunFest will also take place in Tramore Valley Park on Saturday, July 8th, 2023.

Children aged from six to 12 are invited to try athletics (running, jumping, and throwing) games from 10am to 1pm on the day. It’s free to sign up but pre-registration is essential here.