Boden Óg 2023 – 2024
Boden Óg is an initiative run by Ballyboden St Enda’s to introduce children to Gaelic Games in a way that is fun, enjoyable and age-appropriate.
Run by qualified volunteer coaches, Boden Óg takes place every weekend commencing 23rd September until June, with a break over the Christmas period. Through a games-based approach in a fun environment the volunteer coaches engage children in age-appropriate activities with a focus on developing their fundamental movement, gaelic football, hurling/camogie skills.
Boden Óg activities are spread out over four locations – Ballycullen (Knocklyon Park); Cherryfield; The Hermitage (St Enda’s Park); Sancta Maria (All Weather Pitch). Children will be assigned to a venue based upon their home location.
Boden Óg is a great way for children to develop their confidence, make friends and be actively involved in playing our wonderful Gaelic Games. It is also an opportunity for parents to volunteer and become involved in the Ballyboden St Enda’s community.
Is my child eligible to participate in Boden Óg 2023/2024?
Boden Óg 2023/2024 is for boys and girls born in 2016 and 2017.
How do I register them to participate?
Registration will open from August 21st.
Click here to go to the membership page on Clubzap.
or scan the QR code below
What is the schedule for Boden Óg 2023/2024?
- Registration: 21st August
- Gear Collection: 16th September
- Venue/group information: After 16th September
- Boden Óg Parents’ Information Night – Presentation of Values and Boden Priorities: 9th October: [We really encourage mams and dads to attend the Information Night!]
Boden Óg activities commence on the weekend of 23rd September. The activity schedule for the year is as follows:
- 2016 Boys – Training day (Saturday); Time (11:15-12:15); Venue (Ballycullen) [please note that 2016 Boys Boden Óg will run from September to December, from January onwards the children will start playing Go Games – the games/training day will remain the same]
- 2016 Girls – Training day (Sunday); Time (11:15-12:15); Venue (Sancta Maria All-Weather Pitch) ) [please note that 2016 Girls Boden Óg will run from September to December, from January onwards the children will start playing Go Games – the games/training day will remain the same]
- 2017 Boys – Training day (Saturday); Time (9:30-10:30); Venues (Ballycullen, Cherryfield, The Hermitage)
- 2017 Girls – Training day (Saturday); Time (10:00-11:00); Venues (Ballycullen; Cherryfield, The Hermitage)
I have younger children, can they participate?
Ballyboden St Enda’s plans to run an “Introduction to Gaelic Games” for children born in 2018. Further information will issue at the Parents’ Information Night.
Can I volunteer to help with Boden Óg 2023/2024?
We really encourage mams and dads to get involved and volunteer with Boden Óg. There are a number of roles available – from coaching, to helping with set-up to assisting with the administration of Boden Óg – all helping hands are really appreciated!
It doesn’t matter if you have no playing or coaching experience – the Club will run an “Introduction to Coaching Gaelic Games” course for all interested parents.
If you’re interested in helping out you can either contact Seán Óg Boyce or approach one of the organisers at Boden Óg – it is a great way of getting involved, developing new skills and meeting people.
I have more questions, who do I contact?
For any further queries or questions, please contact Seán Óg Boyce, Games Promotion Officer with Ballyboden St Enda’s – [email protected].