Keeping Cork Active
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FREE Family Swims

European Week of Sport 2025 | September 23rd to 30th

FREE Family Swims

Free Family Swims for European Week of Sport 2025!
Cork Sports Partnership is making a splash this September by teaming up with swimming pools across Cork City and County to offer free family swim sessions as part of European Week of Sport 2025!

From Tuesday, September 23rd to Tuesday, September 30th, families can enjoy quality time together in the pool — completely free of charge. This initiative is all about encouraging families to get active together, have fun, and celebrate movement in their local community.

What’s Included?
Each ticket covers 1 adult and 1 juvenile, giving families the perfect opportunity to dive into physical activity in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Whether you’re splashing around or swimming laps, it’s a great way to move more and connect.

Pre-registration is essential, so be sure to book your spot early through the registration link

Celebrating 10 Years of Movement
2025 marks the 10th anniversary of European Week of Sport, a continent-wide celebration of movement, health, and community. This year’s theme — Move More, Scroll Less — is a timely reminder to pause the scroll and reconnect with real-life activity.

Whether it’s a swim, a walk, or a kickabout in the park, moving more helps boost mental well-being, build confidence, and strengthen our sense of belonging.

Why It Matters
European Week of Sport is built on the values of:

  • Inclusion
  • Well-being
  • Belonging

No matter your age, background, ability, or fitness level — sport and physical activity are for everyone. This is your invitation to find your way to move more, in a way that suits you.

Ready to dive in? Check out participating pools and register now to secure your free family swim!

Fermoy Leisure Centre

  • Dates: Thursday September 25th
  • Times: 6:15pm to 7:45pm
  • Address: Brian Boru Square, Carrignagroghera, Fermoy, Co. Cork
  • Google Maps
  • Please note: Limited family tickets available, pre-registration is essential.
  • Juveniles must be accompanied on the water by an adult
  • Don’t forget swimming hat

Mardyke Arena

  • Dates: Saturday September 27th
  • Times: 1pm to 2pm
  • Address: Mardyke Walk, Mardyke, Cork, T12 N1FK
  • Google Maps
  • Please note: Limited family tickets available, pre-registration is essential.
  • Juveniles must be accompanied on the water by an adult
  • Don’t forget swimming hat

Coral Leisure Cobh

  • Dates: Saturday 27th
  • Times: 2pm to 4pm
  • Address: Coral Leisure, Carrignafoy, Cobh, Co. Cork, P24 X953
  • Google Maps
  • Please note: Limited family tickets available, pre-registration is essential.
  • Juveniles must be accompanied on the water by an adult
  • Don’t forget swimming hat

Wild Atlantic Baltimore

  • Dates: Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th
  • Times: 2pm to 2:45pm
  • Address: Baltimore, Skibbereen, Co. Cork, P81 C438
  • Google Maps
  • Please note: Limited family tickets available, pre-registration is essential.
  • Juveniles must be accompanied on the water by an adult
  • Don’t forget swimming hat

Leisureworld Bishopstown

  • Dates: Tuesday 23rd | Wednesday 24th | Tuesday 30th
  • Times: 6pm to 7pm
  • Address: Rossa Ave, Cork, T12 HP29
  • Google Maps
  • Please note: Limited family tickets available, pre-registration is essential.
  • Juveniles must be accompanied on the water by an adult
  • Don’t forget swimming hat

Leisureworld Churchfield

  • Dates: Tuesday 23rd | Wednesday 24th | Tuesday 30th
  • Times: 6pm to 7pm
  • Address: Knockfree Ave, Churchfield, Cork
  • Google Maps
  • Please note: Limited family tickets available, pre-registration is essential.
  • Juveniles must be accompanied on the water by an adult
  • Don’t forget swimming hat

Dunmanway Municipal Pool

  • Dates: Monday 30th
  • Times: 3pm to 7pm
  • Address: 16 Bantry Rd, Tonafora, Dunmanway, Co. Cork, P47 VH56
  • Google Maps
  • Please note: Limited family tickets available, pre-registration is essential.
  • Juveniles must be accompanied on the water by an adult
  • Don’t forget swimming hat
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