Sports Equipment Grants

We have taken a number of calls and emails on the topic of Sports Grants & Funding. We have over 10 years experience working with Sports & GAA Clubs, Community Centres & Sports Associations. We advise on the sports equipment best suited to a club/organisations needs and offer discounted packages.

Details & Aims.

Michael Ring, Minister of State for Tourism & Sport approved sports equipment grants for 2.6 million late last year. 22 national sports bodies have been included for these grants, they range from the Irish Rugby Football Union, Canoeing Ireland, the GAA, the Irish Sailing Association, to the Football Association of Ireland and the Ladies Gaelic Football Association.

The sports equipment grant for the 22 sporting bodies will allow them to:

1. purchase new sports equipment

2. enhance participation in sport

3. improve sporting performance

True Sporting Benefit.

Minister Ring, commented that although the sports equipment grants will be used at a national level the true benefit and focus will more keenly be felt at a local level in communities around Ireland “who head out on weeknights and weekends to train with their local club”

 Sports Equipment Grant Allocation:

Outdoor Basketball Set 4 week exclusive offer.

The school year is all but over, exams guaranteeing once again good weather. However we are already looking forward to September when the schools return.

So to help out the manufacturing side of things all Outdoor Basketball Sets (or half set) orders placed before the 5th July 2013 can avail of 10% off the standard price of €1,000 (excluding VAT & Delivery) OR Free Basketball Safety Padding.

These Outdoor Basketball sets are:

1. Made to Dept. of Education Standards.
2. Consistently last over 25 years.

How do I get my 4 week Outdoor Basketball Set offer?

1. Email me (niall@fitnessfunctions.ie) saying you wish to avail of this offer with your contact details and preferred delivery date.

2. Tell me which option you prefer:

- 10% Discount OR Free Safety Padding.

Contact Fitness Functions.

If you require additional, basketball sets, basketball rings or backboard information please do not hesitate to contact us. Email our marketing manager; niall@fitnessfunctions.ie. We look forward to your email.

Ceiling & Cross Court Basketball Goals, Co. Mayo & Tipperary

A Customised Investment.

Basketball units, particularly Ceiling mounted basketball goals are usually the most costly fixed sporting element in a sports hall. As the vast majority of Irish sports hall differ in size, shape and dimensions the basketball units will need to be customised to take in the unique features of each venue.

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Our most recent basketball project.

This was exactly the situation for our most recent basketball installations (May 2013) in Co. Mayo & Tipperary. With the proper care these basketball goals will be used and enjoyed by students for years.

Standards & Specifications.

We manufacture & install ceiling mounted & cross court basketball goals to Department of Education Specifications & Standards. We install motorised wall mounted basketball goals complete with Perspex backboards, basketball padding, break cable safety device in sports centres & schools throughout Ireland.

Contact Fitness Functions.

If you require us to call out to your Sports Hall or require additional, basketball sets, basketball rings or backboard information please do not hesitate to contact us. Email our digital marketing manager; niall@fitnessfunctions.ie. We look forward to your email.

Playground Markings; Top 7 things all Irish Teachers need to know.

Over the years Fitness Functions has advised hundreds of teachers and numerous schools on their playground markings enquiries. Consistently a number of topics come up time and again. Below we have listed the ‘top 7 things every Irish Teacher needs to know’ when deciding on Playground Markings for their school.

1. Life expectancy. Teachers understandably want to know how long their markings will last. Markings can last anywhere from 2 to over 15 years. There are no guarantees, as it depends on factors such as footfall, surface conditions but the type of playground markings chosen has the biggest impact on how long the markings will last.
2. Types of Markings. The choice of playground markings comes down to either vibrant ‘Thermoplastic’ solid colours with a life span of 12-15 years or “Specialised Paint’ featuring more basic games which may last for a few years.
3. Safety. Our thermoplastic and specialised paint are both ‘non slip’. We also advise on the nature of games in relation to space, play area borders and age groups. This practical experience gained over the years regarding safely laying out the yard is of the utmost importance. Read more…

Spring Time is ‘Healthy & Active’ Playground Markings Time!

This month started and ended with snow down here in Co. Carlow but we’re an optimistic lot and we know with the longer, brighter days the heat will return. I said we’re ‘positive’ thinkers!

This time of year schools & community centres thoughts usually turn to outdoor activities. Thermoplastic playground markings are an attractive, healthy, long term answer when it comes to adding fun and stimulating games for all children. The vibrant colours, exciting patterns and games are certain to get children active during playtime.

SPRING OFFER “FREE Hopscotch Solid” (valued at €195)” with all orders over €1,700. Offers must be placed before 31st May 2013. Standard T&C’s apply.

How do I get the Spring Playground Markings offer?

1. Click download to instantly download a Pricing & Packages brochure.

2. Then contact us for a personalised quote on the exact markings you wish to order: niall@fitnessfunctions.ie

Read more…

Indoor Sports Linemarking (PE 594/50)

• 1 x main basketball court
• 1 x volleyball court
• 4 x badminton courts
• 1 x five a side football – set of penalty and goal circles

1. Paint/ Varnish compatibilty- a test should be carried out using proposed paints to ensure they do not have adverse reaction – a sample piece of the floor and varnish can be provided to the prospective lining company to allow adequate testing.

2. Will the lines require sealing? No. Traditionally, sports line marking has taken place long after the hall has been handed over to schools so the courts are painted and not ‘sealed’. Sealing the lines does not necessarily guarantee them for years of use. Where practical, the lines should be painted just after the floor is laid

Ordering Sports Line Marking.

Trackway: To comply with BS 1892-2.11: 1989. Extruded aluminium section. Length determined by size of hall. Complete with levelling hangers, trolleys, net clips and fixings. Trackway to be rigidly fixed in such a way that no vertical or horizontal movement is possible.
Note: Normally the net is suspended underneath a central main roof structural steel member which is accessible and not obstructed by light fittings and radiant panels. Roof drawings should be made available to PE Supplier to confirm that this is so.