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Camp Abilities is part of a positive change in people’s lives; you can be part of that change. If you are reading this, you are halfway there. Get involved in the magic that is Camp Abilities – there is no doubt in my mind you will enjoy every minute of it….. Sarah Banville, Campabilities Volunteer (CARA)Read more

Over the past number of Months, our Coordinator for the National Inclusion Awards has been incredibly busy working behind the scenes pulling everything together for Cara, and with only a few weeks to go, and the application process now closed, we wanted to let you hear her story. “The National Inclusion Awards recognise people andRead more

National Fitness Day in Ireland takes place on the 29th September. Ireland Active are the chief organisers of National Fitness Day, and are working closely with CARA, one of their active partners, to provide everyone around the country with an opportunity to get active for free. According to the Healthy People 2010 report, 56% ofRead more

In 2016 University of Limerick Sport Arena (UL Sport) won the Cara Third Level Physical Activity & Sport Award at our National Inclusion Awards. National Inclusion Awards “From the beginner to the elite athlete, side by side” a phrase synonymous with UL Sport applying to everybody, equally, at their unique and inclusive campus environment. Physical activityRead more

At the recent Fit4All Expo in the National Indoor Arena, we had the opportunity to catch up with Fit4All Patron Aidan O’Mahony. Having seen first hand the work that was underway throughout the country, Aidan took the opportunity to chat with Pat Flanagan, Founder & Director of Cara. Inclusive Fitness Training is specifically designed toRead more

National Inclusion AwardsAdventure Provider Award category Mullaghmore Equestrian Centre, 2016 Winner of the Adventure Provider Award & Best Hyundai Overall Award Mullaghmore Equestrian Centre provides horse-riding courses and training to riders of all levels and abilities and has been in operation since 2007. Over the years the proprietor – Marese McCarra has been increasingly involvedRead more

The National Inclusion Awards 2017 takes place on November 30th next. Last Year’s Winner of the Local Sports Club Category was Carrigaline United AFC in Co. Cork. “The FAI club programme Football for All was established at Carrigaline United AFC in 2011 and since then has grown from strength to strength. Winning the Best Sports ClubRead more

Developed for All Abilities – The fit4all Movement Plan This six week movement plan has been developed to help you to get started with exercising and moving if you are a beginner. The movement programme will give you the confidence to build your movement and exercise levels up gradually starting with as little as 10minutesRead more

An Interview with: DALE BLOUNT Q1. Tell me a little about yourself?  https://www.caracentre.ie/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/video-1493731202-1.mp4 I’m Dale. I’m 21 years old. I live in the centre of Dublin city with my family. I’m an Uncle to my 4 nieces and my gorgeous nephew. I attend Mask road Training Centre in St Michael’s House in Artane. My Hobbies are:Read more

An Interview with: SARAH HEWITT – Leisure Centre Manager, St Michael’s House  First of all, can you tell us a little bit about yourself? I’m from Drogheda and working in St. Michael’s House in Dublin. For me, sport and exercise have always been a big part of my life and have led to great friendships andRead more