BEFORE SIGNING UP FOR A KRSP SUMMER CAMPS, PLEASE READ THIS INFORMATION CAREFULLY

Kilkenny Recreation & Sports Partnership is delighted to announce details of our 2024 Inclusive Summer Programme for children with additional needs. Supported by KRSP staff, tutors, coaches, and a cohort of great volunteers.

AGES FOR CHILDREN ATTENDING CAMP 6 TO 17 YEARS, attending school.

For Week 1 and Week 2, we request that parents/guardians select one camp only. By doing this, as many children as possible will have at least one summer camp week. For Week 3 our swimming camp – these spaces will be given on a first come, first served basis. When booking the swim camp, please book your child into the appropriate level camp (see guideline below).

Thanks to generous support from Kilkenny Rugby Club, most of the activities in Week 1 and Week 2 will be hosted on their premises in Foulkstown, Kilkenny R95 CH68 from 10am to 12.30pm each day. Some activities, such as tennis in Kilkenny Tennis Club, will have a slightly different time, but you will be advised of these beforehand. KRSP will have staff, coaches and volunteers on hand each day at all the camps to support your child.

Week 1 – July 8^th to 12th from 10am to 12.30pm – Activities will include: athletics, orienteering and playground games, Football with FAI Kilkenny, Cycling and Kayaking with Kilkenny Aqua Canoe Club. All activities at very gentle, inclusive, and fun level.

Week 2 – July 15^th to 19th from 10am to 12.30pm – Activities will include: Cycling, Tennis at Kilkenny Tennis Club, Soccer with FAI Kilkenny, Orienteering and rugby with Leinster Rugby. All activities at very gentle, inclusive, and fun level.

Week 3 – July 22nd to 26th – Swimming programme (for those aged 6-16 years) each morning in the Watershed with support from a Swim Teacher, KRSP staff and volunteers. KRSP will have volunteers in the water with your child to support them. Guided by the information below, please pick ONE session. Each session will last for 45-minutes:

• 10am to 10.45am (beginners – has just started swimming lessons, is six and attending school).
• 11am to 11.45am (intermediate – has done some swimming lessons and is making progress).
• 12pm to 12.45pm (advanced – can swim and can do so in the main pool in the Watershed).

ALL participants on all programmes MUST be pre-registered online for any camp. Strictly no registrations on the day. Parent / Guardian must complete the application on behalf of the participant. If you need support to register online contact Seamus Nugent on 087 3567884.

PLEASE NOTE

• Water and refreshments will not be provided for participants – please ensure your son/daughter has enough drinks and snacks for the camp.
• Should we be so lucky to have a sunny, warm summer, please ensure that sun cream is applied before attending the activities. Please ensure that your child is dressed appropriately for the weather e.g. sun hats, raincoats etc. Please also ensure that your child’s bag and clothing is clearly labelled and that it is collected each day.
• Children will be signed in and signed out each day at camp. Please bear with us as we go through this thoroughly to ensure the safety of your child.
• We may or may not know your child. Therefore, when booking, it is important to advise us of the disability your child has. Please include any triggers or things that might need to be avoided and anything that your child likes/dislikes. This will help us to enhance your child’s enjoyment of the programme.
• KRSP reserves the right, at our discretion, to amend, cancel or shorten the daily sessions for whatever reason e.g. hot weather or inclement weather. You will be contacted by text message if this should be necessary.
• Where KRSP provides equipment, we will ensure its sanitisation pre & post activity.
• KRSP staff, tutors, coaches, or volunteers are trained to provide an enjoyable sports-based, fun camp for children with additional needs. Please note that we are not trained to provide for the intimate care needs of participants. If your son/daughter needs intimate care assistance, please ensure that a suitable person attends with the child on site to provide this.
• Please also note that neither KRSP staff, tutors, coaches, or volunteers are trained to administer any medication. If your child needs medication, please ensure that a suitable person is on hand to administer.

Please contact Seamus (087 3567884) to discuss arrangements.