Para Sprinting - Coaching Masterclass - Athletics Ireland

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Para Sprinting - Coaching Masterclass

28 January 2026

Athletics Ireland and Paralympics Ireland present: NO BARRIERS – JUST SPEED

Coaching elite and developing Para sprinters.

Masterclass with world leading and multiple medal winning Para Sprints coach Joe McDonnell.

➡️Introduction to Para sprinting

➡️Coaching considerations for Para sprinters ➡️Performance profiling for Para sprints

➡️Practical session with Ireland’s leading young Para sprinters.

Saturday 21 February 2026 10am – 4pm
Sport Ireland Institute, Blanchardstown.
Open to qualified sprints coach currently or interested in working with Para sprinters
€20 for this unique coach development opportunity.
Places are limited

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