# Event Details - **Event Name**: PALS Older Adults Workshops 6 Week Programme - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 15 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am – Wed, 20 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: PALS Workshops with Age and Opportunity Series of Workshops to get older adults more physically active, run over 6 weeks.About this EventThe workshop commences Wednesday 15th of April at10am and will run every Wednesday for 6 weeks with an option of a 7th week called 'whirl and twirl'. Every Wednesday in Wellington Hall in Dundalk for 6 weeks.Louth Local Sports Partnerships are creating an opportunity for Older Adults (over 55) to get more active through collaboration with Age and Opportunity. The mission of the Active programme, the national programme for sport and physical activity for older people. Learn some gentle exercises to improve your balance, try your hand at kurling or bowling.PALs (Physical Activity Leaders) is an initiative which trains older people to lead sport and activity sessions in their local groups and communities.How does it work?Anyone training to become a PAL will need to attend six different workshops (five hours each) with an option of a seventh dance class after the six weeks. Participants will engage in both practical and theory work to ensure they receive all the knowledge and skills to lead their local group in physical activity. This initiative is FREE to participants and is delivered in partnership with Age and Opportunity.The PALs Workshops are:Workshop 1Basic PrinciplesThe main aims of this workshop are to:• introduce participants to the Go for Life campaign• propose procedures regarding checking, screening and monitoring the wellbeing of participants before and during physical activity bouts/sessions• enable the PAL to lead a Warm Up and Warm Down routine suitable for older peopleWorkshop 2Sit & FitThe main aims of this workshop are to:• explore a range of chair-based activities suitableWorkshop 3Better BalanceThe main aims of this workshop are to• explore a range of activities geared to improve older people's balanceWorkshop 4Going StrongThe main aims of this workshop are to• explore a range of activities geared to improve older people's strengthWorkshop 5Rolling & BowlingThe main aims of this workshop are to;• enable the PAL to introduce a range of bowling activitiesWorkshop 6Pitching & TossingThe main aims of this workshop are to:• explore a range of pitching and tossing games/sportsStepping & StrollingThe main aims of this workshop are to:• explore a range of activities geared to motivate through walking activitiesPALs SkillsThe main aims of this workshop are to:• outline a range of skills to plan safe and enjoyable physical activity sessions for older peopleBefore starting to become much more physically active or BEFORE you have a fitness appraisal. You may be able to do any activity you want — as long as you start slowly and build up gradually. Or, you may need to restrict your activities to those which are safe for you. Talk with your doctor about the kinds of activities you wish to participate in and follow his/her advice.You should understand that when participating in any exercise or exercise program, there is the possibility of physical injury. If you engage in this exercise or exercise program, you agree that you do so at your own risk, are voluntarily participating in these activities, assume all risk of injury to yourself, and agree to release and discharge Louth Local Sports Partnership from any and all claims or causes of action, known or unknown, arising out of participating in the online fitness video sessions.Enjoy and stay safe- the LLSP team - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dundalk/pals-older-adults-workshops-6-week-programme/100001985712412279 - **Event Categories**: workshops, sports - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: EUR ## Event venue details - **city**: Dundalk - **state**: LH - **country**: Ireland - **location**: Wellington Hall Dundalk - **lat**: 54.0084672 - **long**: -6.3983224 - **full address**: Wellington Hall Dundalk, Saint Mary's Road, Dundalk, Ireland ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: PALS Older Adults Workshops 6 Week Programme - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/cee87a323fd4e4045cea0e26407d77861c717c9421ce12c10d79c2db30f73502-rimg-w1080-h1080-dc28262b-gmir.jpg?v=1774336442 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is PALS Older Adults Workshops 6 Week Programme being held? - **A:** PALS Older Adults Workshops 6 Week Programme takes place on Wed, 15 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am to Wed, 20 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Wellington Hall Dundalk, Saint Mary's Road, Dundalk, Ireland. - **Q**: Who is organizing PALS Older Adults Workshops 6 Week Programme? - **A:** PALS Older Adults Workshops 6 Week Programme is organized by Louth Local Sports Partnership. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** PALS Older Adults Workshops 6 Week Programme is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Dundalk, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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