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Summer Camps Across Cork: Sporty, Fun and Full of Activity

Summer Camps Across Cork: Sporty, Fun and Full of Activity

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.

Camps with a variety of sports and activities

Multi-Sport Activity Camps

Mardyke Arena UCC Children’s Activity Camps | July & August

Venue: The Mardyke Arena UCC

Date: July & August

Time: 10am to 3pm

Ages: 4 to 12

Cost: €140 (€120 members)

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Leisureword Multi-Activity Camps | Bishopstown & Churchfield | July & August

Venue: Leisureworld Bishopstown & LChurchfield

Date: July & August

Time: 9am to 3pm

Ages: 5 to 10

Cost: €130

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Ballyhass Outdoor Adventure Camps | Mallow & Coachford | July & August

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

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Big Blue Cube , Gouldshill | Big Blue Cube CDYS Summer Camp | July 6th to 9th 

Venue: Big Blue Cube , Gouldshill

Date: July 6th to 9th 

Time: 10 am – 2 pm 

Ages: 6 to 13

Cost: €20

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Contact: Dawn on 085-7336965

Mitchelstown Leisure Centre | School Fitness Ireland | July 6th to 10th 

Venue: Mitchelstown Leisure Centre

Date: July 6th to 10th 

Time: 9:30 am – 2:30 pm 

Ages: 5 to 12

Cost: €115

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Contact: 021- 2120439

Mayfield Sports Complex | Kids Summer Camp | July 13th to 17th, July 20th to 24th, & July 27th to 31st 

Venue: Mayfield Sports Complex

Date: July 13th to 17th, July 20th to 24th, & July 27th to 31st 

Time: 9am – 2 pm

Ages: 5 to 12

Cost: €120

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Contact: [email protected]

Mitchelstown Leisure Centre | Just 4 Fun | July 13th to 17th 

Venue: Mitchelstown Leisure Centre

Date: July 13th to 17th 

Time: 9:30 am – 3 pm 

Ages: 5 to 12

Cost: €125

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Contact: [email protected]

Mitchelstown Leisure Centre | Star Camp | July 20th to 24th 

Venue: Mitchelstown Leisure Centre

Date: July 20th to 24th 

Time: 9 am – 2 pm 

Ages: 4 to 12

Cost: €122

>>> More Info <<<

Contact: [email protected]

Learn To Row Camps 2026 With Shandon BC | August 18th to 21st

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)

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Macroom Community Leisure Centre | West Cork Kickboxing Club | July 20th to 24th 

Venue: Macroom Community Leisure Centre

Date: July 20th to 24th 

Time: 9:30 am – 1:30 pm 

Cost: €80

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Contact: Tony on 086-1954609

Lets Go | Conna | July 27th to 31st

Venue: Conna Community Centre Centre

Date: July 27th to 31st

Time: 9:30 am – 3:00 pm 

Cost: €132, sibling discounts available

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Star Camp | Conna | August 10th to 14th

Venue: Conna Community Centre Centre

Date: August 10th to 14th

Time: 8:30 am – 2:00 pm 

Cost: €122, sibling discounts available

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Camps that focus on fun and learning a particular sport

Sport Specific Camps

Badminton | Blarney, Kanturk & Dunmanway | July & August

Venue: Blarney | Date: July 13th to 16th

Venue: Kanturk | Date: July 27th to 30th

Venue: Dunmanway | Date: August 4th to 7th

Cost: €90

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Teen Girl Surfing | Inchydoney | 5 Saturdays July 11th to August 1st

Venue: Inchydoney Surf School

Date: Saturday 11th, 18th, 25th July & 1st August

Time: 11am to 12:30pm

Ages: 13 and up

Cost: €25

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GAA Inclusive Cul Camp | Pairc ui Chaoimh | July 20th to 24th

Venue: Pairc ui Chaoimh

Date:July 20th to 24th

Cost: €35

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Contact: [email protected]

Fota Island | Cork Orienteering Club Summer League | July 21st 

Venue: Fota Island 

Date: July 21st 

Time: 5:30 pm 

Ages: 5 upwards

Cost: €8

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Contact: [email protected]

BĂ¡dĂ³ireacht Summer Camp | Cork City | August 10th to 13th

Venue: Cork City

Date: 10th to the 13th August 

Time: 10am till 3pm

Ages: 12 and up

Cost: €20

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Smash it Cricket Camp | Mardyke | August 10th to 14th

Venue: Cork County Cricket Grounds, The Mardyke

Date: August 10th to 14th

Time: 10am to 1pm

Ages: 5 to 9

Cost: €75

>>> More Info <<<

Contact: [email protected]

Learn To Row Camps 2026 With Shandon BC | August 18th to 21st

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)

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Teen Girls Inclusive Aquathlon Fermoy | August 5th to 7th 

Venue: Fermoy Leisure Centre

Date: August 5th to 7th 

Time: 12:15pm – 2:15pm. 

Ages: 10-17yo

Cost: €15

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Mallow Town Park | Cork Orienteering Club Summer League | July 7th 

Venue: Mallow Town Park

Date: July 7th 

Time: 5:30 pm 

Ages: 5 upwards

Cost: €8

>>> More Info <<<

Contact: [email protected]

Fr O'Neills Sports Complex | East Cork Boxing Club | July 13th to 16th 

Venue: Fr O’Neills Sports Complex

Date: July 13th to 16th 

Ages: 8 upwards

Cost: €60

>>> More Info <<<

Contact: 083-1548980

Glenbower Wood | Cork Orienteering Club Summer League | July 14th

Venue: Glenbower Wood

Date: July 14th

Time: 5:30 pm 

Ages: 5 upwards

Cost: €8

>>> More Info <<<

Contact: [email protected]

Cork Summer Rowing Camps | Blackrock | July 27th to 30th & August 4th to 7th

Venue: Blackrock

Date: July 27th to 30th and August 4th to 7th

Ages: 12 to 16

Cost: €120

>>> More Info <<<

Contact: [email protected]

SĂ¡ile Kinsale Community Centre | Kinsale Hockey Club | August 4th to 7th 

Venue: SĂ¡ile Kinsale Community Centre

Date: August 4th to 7th 

Time: 10 am – 2 pm 

Contact: [email protected]

Learn To Row Camps 2026 With Shandon BC | August 18th to 21st

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)

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Tennis | Whitechurch | August 17th to 21st

Venue: Whitechurch Tennis Club

Date: August 17th to 21st

Time: 2 camps times

Ages 5 + 9.30-12.3.0pm 
Ages 9 + 1-4pm

Ages: 5 and up

Cost: non members €110, members €100

>>> Booking Link <<<

Leeside Table Tennis Summer Camp | Gurranabraher | July 20th - 24th & August 17th - 21st

Venue: Leeside Table Tennis Summer Camp

Date: July 20th – 24th & August 17th – 21st

Time: 10am – 3pm

Ages: 10am to 3pm

Cost: €100 for 5 days

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Run, jump and throw at these Cork based athletics camps

Athletics Camps

Cork Athletics Week | Various Venues | July 6th to 11th

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

>>> More Info <<<

Contact: [email protected]

Cork City AC Summer Camp | July 6th to 9th

Venue: Mahon

Date: 6-9th July

Time: 10-2pm

Ages: 7 to 15

Cost: €110

Contact: [email protected]

Carraig Na BhFearr AC Summer Camp | July 6th to 10th

Venue: Carraig Na BhFearr

Date: 6th to 10th July

Time: 10-2pm

Ages: 6 to 14

Cost: €75

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Leevale AC Summer Camp | July 13th to 17th

Venue: MTU

Date: 13th to 17th July

Time: 10-2pm

Ages: 6 to 12

Cost: €75

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West Muskerry AC Summer Camp | July 20th to 23rd

Venue: Macroom

Date: July 20th to 23rd

Time: 10-2pm

Ages: 4 to 13

Cost: €50

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Bandon AC Summer Camp | June 29th to July 2nd

Venue: Bandon

Date: June 29th to July 2nd

Time: 10-2pm

Ages: 6 to 12

Cost: €75

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Camps to improve your swimming and confidence in the water

Swimming Camps

Mayfield Sports Complex | Intensive Learn to Swim Week | July 6th to 10th, July 13th to 17th, & July 20th to 24th 

Venue: Mayfield Sports Complex

Date: July 6-10th, July 13-17th, & July 20-24th 

Time: 11am

Ages: 5 to 12

Cost: €60

>>> More Info <<<

Contact: [email protected]

Wild Atlantic Pool & Fitness Centre Baltimore | Swim Camps | July 13th to 17th & July 27th to 31st

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

>>> More Info <<<

Contact: [email protected]

Mayfield Sports Complex | Rookie Lifeguard Course | August 4th to 7th 

Venue: Mayfield Sports Complex

Date: August 4th to 7th 

Time: 11am – 2 pm 

Ages: 8 to 12

Cost: €85

>>> More Info <<<

Contact: [email protected]

Wild Atlantic Pool & Fitness Centre Baltimore | Swim Camps | July 13th to 17th & July 27th to 31st

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

>>> More Info <<<

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.

Cork Sports Partnership
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