Our Sports Academy facilities are available for hire during selected out-of-school hours. Used regularly by local schools, clubs and community groups — with straightforward booking and support from our team.
Facilities
Facilities designed for sport, activity and community use
Our Location
A unique coastal setting with outstanding facilities
You can see it from above – but you feel it when you arrive. Eleven acres on the Dalkey coastline, a period castle on the grounds, and a sports academy built to accommodate over 1,500 swimmers a week. Whether you are a local club, a school or a community group, this is a facility that takes what you do seriously. Press play to see it for yourself.
Facility Specifications
25m indoor pool
1.2m depth throughout, full-length viewing gallery
International standard sports hall
High-performance SIKA Pulastic flooring, designed for basketball, volleyball and multi-sport use.
Full-size marked astro pitch
Front grass pitch is available on request
Six private changing rooms
With shower facilities
Secure, monitored car parking
Pool
Our 25-metre indoor pool is available for lane hire, club sessions and specialist aquatic activity. It accommodates a range of group sizes and is fully equipped with lane ropes.
- 1.2M Depth
- Available mornings, evenings and weekends
- Full-length viewing gallery for coaches and spectators
- Experienced poolside support available on request
Astro Pitch
Our full-size marked astro pitch is available for football, GAA, hockey, tennis and multi-sport training. Suitable for year-round use.
- Suitable for football, GAA, hockey, tennis and general sport
- Full-size, fully marked pitch
- Available during out-of-school hours
Sports Hall
Our 32m x 23m fully heated Sports Hall has been completely refurbished with a high-performance SIKA Pulastic sports floor, providing an international-standard surface for basketball, volleyball and a wide range of indoor sports. Available for one-off and regular bookings.
- 32m x 23m — full basketball and volleyball courts, plus six badminton courts
- International-standard SIKA Pulastic sports flooring
- Available evenings and weekends
Front Grass Pitch
Our front grass pitch is available on request for matches and larger outdoor events, set within the school grounds.
- Available on request — contact us to discuss availability
Booking
Straightforward booking with support from our team
Whether you’re a local club, school or community group, our team will help with availability, scheduling and any practical requirements. We work with a range of regular users and understand what’s needed to run sessions smoothly — from one-off bookings to longer-term arrangements.
Facilities FAQs
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How do I check availability?
Contact our team by email or phone and we’ll confirm availability for your preferred dates. We aim to respond within one working day.
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Do you offer regular bookings?
Yes — we work with a number of clubs and schools on a regular basis. Get in touch to discuss a longer-term arrangement.
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Are the facilities insured for external hire?
Hiring organisations are responsible for their own public liability insurance. Please confirm cover when making your enquiry.
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Is car parking available?
Secure, monitored car parking is available adjacent to the Sports Academy. Please let us know the size of your group when enquiring and we’ll advise accordingly.
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What out-of-school hours are available?
Facilities are available during selected out-of-school hours. Exact availability varies by facility and season — contact us with your preferred dates and we’ll confirm what’s possible.