Looking for ways to keep the kids active, engaged and having fun this summer? Cork is packed with fantastic camps and programmes offering young people the chance to learn new skills, make friends and enjoy unforgettable experiences both on and off the water.
Whether your child is interested in athletics, badminton, rowing, cricket or multi-sport activities, there are plenty of opportunities happening right across the county. From beginner-friendly camps that focus on fun and participation to specialised programmes designed to develop skills and confidence, there’s something to suit every age and ability.
In this guide, we’ve rounded up some of the best summer camp options available in Cork, including Cork Athletics Week activities, Badminton Ireland camps, Learn to Row programmes, Teen Girls Currach Rowing, and offerings from leading venues such as Mardyke Arena, Mayfield Sports Complex and LeisureWorld. Read on to discover the perfect summer activity for your child and get them moving, learning and making memories this holiday season.
Venue: The Mardyke Arena UCC
Date: July & August
Time: 10am to 3pm
Ages: 4 to 12
Cost: €140 (€120 members)
Venue: Leisureworld Bishopstown & LChurchfield
Date: July & August
Time: 9am to 3pm
Ages: 5 to 10
Cost: €130
Venue: Mallow & Coachford
Date: July & August | Weeklong and one day options
Time: Full day and half day options | Residential options
Ages: 6 and up
Cost: Prices start at €36
Venue: Big Blue Cube , Gouldshill
Date: July 6th to 9thÂ
Time: 10 am – 2 pmÂ
Ages: 6 to 13
Cost: €20
Contact: Dawn on 085-7336965
Venue: Mitchelstown Leisure Centre
Date: July 6th to 10thÂ
Time: 9:30 am – 2:30 pmÂ
Ages: 5 to 12
Cost: €115
Contact: 021- 2120439
Venue: Mayfield Sports Complex
Date: July 13th to 17th, July 20th to 24th, & July 27th to 31stÂ
Time: 9am – 2 pm
Ages: 5 to 12
Cost: €120
Contact: [email protected]
Venue: Mitchelstown Leisure Centre
Date: July 13th to 17thÂ
Time: 9:30 am – 3 pmÂ
Ages: 5 to 12
Cost: €125
Contact: [email protected]
Venue: Mitchelstown Leisure Centre
Date: July 20th to 24thÂ
Time: 9 am – 2 pmÂ
Ages: 4 to 12
Cost: €122
Contact: [email protected]
Venue: Shandon Boat Club
Date: August 18th to 21st
Time: 10am to 1pm
Ages: 12 to 14
Cost: €120 (Note sibling discount rate of €100)
Venue: Macroom Community Leisure Centre
Date: July 20th to 24thÂ
Time: 9:30 am – 1:30 pmÂ
Cost: €80
Contact: Tony on 086-1954609
Venue: Conna Community Centre Centre
Date: July 27th to 31st
Time: 9:30 am – 3:00 pmÂ
Cost: €132, sibling discounts available
Venue: Conna Community Centre Centre
Date: August 10th to 14th
Time: 8:30 am – 2:00 pmÂ
Cost: €122, sibling discounts available
Venue: Blarney | Date: July 13th to 16th
Venue: Kanturk | Date: July 27th to 30th
Venue: Dunmanway | Date: August 4th to 7th
Cost: €90
Venue: Inchydoney Surf School
Date: Saturday 11th, 18th, 25th July & 1st August
Time: 11am to 12:30pm
Ages: 13 and up
Cost: €25
Venue: Fota IslandÂ
Date: July 21stÂ
Time: 5:30 pmÂ
Ages: 5 upwards
Cost: €8
Contact: [email protected]
Venue: Cork City
Date: 10th to the 13th AugustÂ
Time: 10am till 3pm
Ages: 12 and up
Cost: €20
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Venue: Cork County Cricket Grounds, The Mardyke
Date: August 10th to 14th
Time: 10am to 1pm
Ages: 5 to 9
Cost: €75
Contact: [email protected]
Venue: Shandon Boat Club
Date: August 18th to 21st
Time: 10am to 1pm
Ages: 12 to 14
Cost: €120 (Note sibling discount rate of €100)
Venue: Fermoy Leisure Centre
Date: August 5th to 7thÂ
Time: 12:15pm – 2:15pm.Â
Ages: 10-17yo
Cost: €15
Venue: Mallow Town Park
Date: July 7thÂ
Time: 5:30 pmÂ
Ages: 5 upwards
Cost: €8
Contact: [email protected]
Venue: Fr O’Neills Sports Complex
Date: July 13th to 16thÂ
Ages: 8 upwards
Cost: €60
Contact: 083-1548980
Venue: Glenbower Wood
Date: July 14th
Time: 5:30 pmÂ
Ages: 5 upwards
Cost: €8
Contact: [email protected]
Venue: Blackrock
Date: July 27th to 30th and August 4th to 7th
Ages: 12 to 16
Cost: €120
Contact: [email protected]
Venue: SĂ¡ile Kinsale Community Centre
Date: August 4th to 7thÂ
Time: 10 am – 2 pmÂ
Contact: [email protected]
Venue: Shandon Boat Club
Date: August 18th to 21st
Time: 10am to 1pm
Ages: 12 to 14
Cost: €120 (Note sibling discount rate of €100)
Venue: Whitechurch Tennis Club
Date: August 17th to 21st
Time: 2 camps times
Ages: 5 and up
Cost: non members €110, members €100
Venue: Leeside Table Tennis Summer Camp
Date: July 20th – 24th & August 17th – 21st
Time: 10am – 3pm
Cost: €100 for 5 days
Venue: MTU, Tramore Valley Park, Bandon, Durrus, Kinsale, Macroom, Mahon
Date: 6th to 11th July
Time: 10-1pm
Ages: Children aged 6-12
Cost: Free
Contact: [email protected]
Venue: Carraig Na BhFearr
Date: 6th to 10th July
Time: 10-2pm
Ages: 6 to 14
Cost: €75
Venue: Mayfield Sports Complex
Date: July 6-10th, July 13-17th, & July 20-24thÂ
Time: 11am
Ages: 5 to 12
Cost: €60
Contact: [email protected]
Venue: Wild Atlantic Pool & Fitness Centre Baltimore
Date: Swim Summer Camps July 13th to 17th & July 27th to 31st
Time: 11am
Ages: 5 to 12
Cost: €125
Contact: [email protected]
Venue: Mayfield Sports Complex
Date: August 4th to 7thÂ
Time: 11am – 2 pmÂ
Ages: 8 to 12
Cost: €85
Contact: [email protected]
Venue: Wild Atlantic Pool & Fitness Centre Baltimore
Date: Swim Summer Camps July 13th to 17th & July 27th to 31st
Time: 11am
Ages: 5 to 12
Cost: €125
Contact: [email protected]
Help Us Showcase Summer Camps for Children and Young People Across Cork
Are you a sports club, community group, youth organisation, facility or activity provider running a summer camp in Cork this year?
Cork Sports Partnership is compiling a directory of summer camps and activity programmes for children and young people to help families discover fun, active and engaging opportunities throughout the summer months.
Whether you’re offering sports camps, outdoor adventures, inclusion programmes or multi-activity camps, we’d love to hear from you.
Please complete the short form below and we’ll review your submission for inclusion in our Summer Camps Guide.
Thank you for helping us promote opportunities that keep children and young people active, connected and having fun this summer.
