Kickstart a Rugby Journey to Ireland!

Rising To The Top

With rugby continuing to play a role as a national identity for Ireland, this tour is not one to miss. The Aviva stadium in Dublin, known as “the stadium of greatness”, has shaped the national rugby team’s reputation to becoming the “greatest”. 2023 was a catalyst for their journey!

For the first time in history Ireland made it to the quarterfinals in the Rugby World Cup, won the Grand Slam in the Six Nations without a single defeat, and won the Triple Crown by beating all 3 home nations- England, Scotland and Wales.
As a team, Ireland has done extremely well, but one of Irelands players has become a legend. During his 14-year career competing in the Six Nations, the world also saw Ireland’s captain Johnny Sexton become the highest point scorer in Six Nations history. An accolade for both him and the team.

Train Like Champions

Now it’s your teams turn to feel like a champion. Train like the national team at their home centre, Sport Ireland Campus, where we can arrange a pitch hire for you to run a once in a lifetime session! So, get ready, and follow in the footsteps of some of the greatest players!  Incredible opportunities young players will always remember, and memories that will become some of the top highlights of their life.

Your team have trained like a champ, and now it’s time to fully immerse into the sporting culture. As part of a rugby tour, we arrange local fixtures to allow young players to experience friendly games that match your team’s ability level. Get ready for some competitiveness though, as these are some of the most passionate players, as Ireland boasts its rich heritage for rugby making fixtures next level fun!

The Essence of the Gaelic Games

We want to make sure that everyone gets a taste of what sports in Ireland is all about, including some of the more traditional sports! Your youth team will get a full day experience of trying out and stepping back in time to the days where Gaelic games were the ultimate sport -just as they still are today! Players may find a new passion in the sporting world!

Gaelic Football

This isn’t just a normal football game; this is a mix between both football and rugby where players can use both their hands and feet to move the ball. Gaelic football is still played today with an All-Ireland Senior Football Championship which attracts large crowds ready for an exciting game!

Hurling

One of the oldest sports in Ireland, hurling is a mix of hockey, football and tennis. Consisting of skill and speed, Ireland likes to showcase the talent with the All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship.

Handball

Imagine playing squash, but with no bat? That’s exactly what Irish handball is all about! The aim is to keep hitting the front wall, and if the ball bounces twice before you or the opponent returns it, points will be rewarded. The nation has continued this sport with competitions taking place across the country organised by the GAA (Gaelic Athletic association).

Beyond The Pitch

Whilst making sure you’ve soaked in all the Irish rugby culture, take some time for your group to explore the capital city and explore the uniqueness of Dublin. The city offers so many opportunities for tourists who are visiting the capital – whether it’s attempting the Irish jig, busking with the locals down on Grafton Street, or wandering around the quaint independent shops that are in the Temple Bar district. A picturesque city filled with electric and liveliness from the locals! A hotspot gem for worldwide tourists.