The Irishtown Stadium celebrated its first anniversary in June this year.

Located on the site of the old Irishtown running track, the Stadium boasts world-class facilities, including a fully-equipped gymnasium, a large aerobics studio with timber sports floor, football pitch, five all weather flood-lit astro turf pitches, a full six-lane athletics track, meeting room and changing rooms with shower rooms and lockers.

Secure parking is available on-site and full access to wheelchair users is provided.
The Stadium is providing the people of the area with a wonderful opportunity to keep fit and healthy without the worry of handing out a hefty membership fee, as everything is on a pay-as you-go-basis.

The gym has all the equipment necessary to keep in shape including the very latest in cardio-vascular machines, resistance machines and free weights. Qualified staff are constantly on hand to help and advise on your fitness issues.

The aerobics studio is a very bright, airy room offering all kinds of classes including aerobics, step aerobics and pilates.

It may all seem like hard work now but come September, when the children are back at school, these drop-in classes will be ideal for working off those extra pounds gained during the summer holidays.

Teenagers in the area can benefit from the Teen-Gym and circuit training which offers a set programme on Monday and Friday from 3-5pm.

At 10am on Saturday mornings younger children can avail of coaching for all levels with the Crusaders Athletic Club, one of Dublin’s leading track and field clubs. Crusaders’ aim is to provide all their athletes with the support necessary to enable them to achieve their potential whether they are participating to keep fit, for fun or chasing Olympic glory. The senior club is on Monday and Thursday evenings.

Football pitches are available to hire. During peak times it is advisable to book in advance. Block booking will retain your slot for four weeks. The pitches can also be booked for birthday parties.

Have your game out on the field and then party inside in the dining area and just supply your own food. The meeting room is also available for hire for local meetings.

If you are interested in availing of the facilities or have any queries regarding the Stadium, contact manager Frank Sullivan or the assistant manager Michael Harvard on 01-6697211.

They are only too happy to help anyone in the local community.

Above: The Stadium during the recent Special Olynpics heats.