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The Club is the basic unit of the Association and the primary structure through which the GAA undertakes its mission, which states ‘The GAA is a community based volunteer organisation promoting Gaelic games, culture and lifelong participation.’
More info and Guidelines for “One Clubs” can be found here: https://www.gaa.ie/my-gaa/getting-involved/club).
Why Offer?
- Minimal equipment (any ball, any wall)
- Accessible & cheap
- Compliments other GAA Codes
- Walls easily adapted (wallball courts)
- Provides an alternative GAA option for players who aren’t competent in large teams (1vs1 | 2vs2)
- Suitable for all ages & abilities
- Attract new members to join your GAA community
Benefits of Introducing GAA Handball to your Club & Community:
- Hand-eye co-ordination
- Develop both sides of the body
- Movement efficiency & agility
- Quicker reaction time
- Improves speed
- Mental quickness
- Aerobic & anaerobic fitness
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Opportunities:
- Coach Education
- Programmes
- Facility Development
- Funding Support
Competitions – local, provincial, national
& more
How to get Started?
- Identify location/space
- Chose a programme (e.g. social adults/juvenile)
- Promote in club/community
To register:
- Contact Foireann – add GAA Handball to club account
- Members add “Handball” to account (Adult, Youth, Social)
- https://www.foireann.ie/
- Contact the GAA Handball Team via development.handball@gaa.ie
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