Summer Camps & Activities 2026
This summer, Shannon Leisure Centre is the place to be for fun, fitness, and new friendships! We’re delighted to offer a wide range of exciting camps and activities for children aged 5yrs and up, designed to keep kids active, engaged, and smiling throughout the school holidays.
With over 25 years of experience delivering high‑quality children’s programmes, we pride ourselves on providing a fun-filled environment that also represents excellent value for money. Parents can relax knowing their children are in safe hands, all of our staff are fully qualified, professionally trained, and Garda Vetted, with years of experience working with young people.
Our Summer 2026 programme includes something for everyone:
- 3 Fun & Games Camps packed with energetic activities, team games, and plenty of laughter
- 2 Girl Power Camps, focusing on confidence, friendship, and fun in a supportive environment
- Pool Lifeguard Course for older teens ready to learn new skills and responsibility
- Swim Teacher Course for those interested in developing coaching and becoming a swim teacher
- 2 Sets of Children’s Intensive Swimming Lessons, perfect for beginners, improvers & advanced swimmers looking to build water confidence and technique quickly
Whether your child loves sports, swimming, or simply having fun with friends, our summer camps offer a safe, supervised, and memorable experience they’ll be talking about long after the holidays end.
Places are limited, so early booking is recommended. Join us this summer at Shannon Leisure Centre, where fun, learning, and lasting memories come together!
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Girl Power Camp
Girl Power Camp at Shannon Leisure Centre
Confidence, Creativity & Fun – Girls Only!
Shannon Leisure Centre’s Girl Power Camps are specially designed for confident, creative, straight‑talking girls who love fashion, fun, and a bit of adventure, and who don’t mind getting their hands dirty along the way!
This girls‑only camp promises a fun‑filled week packed with laughter, friendship, creativity, and exciting activities, all in a safe and supportive environment. Our experienced and enthusiastic camp leaders encourage self‑expression, teamwork, and confidence while making sure every child has an unforgettable summer experience.
Throughout the week, campers will enjoy a wide variety of activities, including:
- Fashion Design & Creative Styling
- Make‑Up & Nail Art
- Hair Braiding & Styling
- Jewellery Making
- Face Painting
- Hip‑Hop Dance
- Splash Parties in the Pool
- Treasure Hunts & Team Challenges
- Climbing Adventures
- Rounders & Outdoor Games
- 47ft Inflatable Obstacle Course
- And so much more!
Every day brings something new, keeping campers active, engaged, and entertained from start to finish, the perfect balance of creativity, movement, and pure fun.
Camp Details:
- Ages: 5 – 13 years
- Full Week: €79
- Day Rate: €20
- Camp 1: 6th – 10th July
Time: 9:30am – 2:30pm
- Camp 2: 10th – 14th August
Time: 9:30am – 2:30pm
Spaces are limited and demand is high, so early booking is recommended. Give your child a summer they’ll love at Shannon Leisure Centre’s Girl Power Camp, where confidence shines and friendships grow!
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Fun and Games Camp
Absolute Fun & Games Camp
Non‑Stop Action, Variety & Smiles at Shannon Leisure Centre
Shannon Swimming & Leisure Centre’s Absolute Fun & Games Camps are the ultimate summer experience for children who love to stay active, try new things, and have fun with friends. Designed to suit children of all ages, abilities, and interests, these camps offer a perfect mix of sport, creativity, teamwork, and pure enjoyment.
With over 25 years of experience running children’s camps, we’ve built a trusted reputation for variety, reliability, and outstanding value for money. Parents can be confident that their children are enjoying a safe, structured, and supportive environment, supervised at all times by our highly qualified, trained, and Garda‑vetted instructors.
Each day is action‑packed and carefully planned to keep campers engaged, active, and entertained. Activities include a wide range of indoor and outdoor options such as:
Camp Activities:
- Swimming & Pool Fun
- Basketball
- Uni‑Hockey
- Tug‑O‑War
- Indoor Wall Climbing
- Arts & Crafts
- Mini & Tag Rugby
- Bouncy Castle
- Crab Soccer
- Indoor Soccer & Futsal
- Badminton
- Playground Activities
- Giant Ski Challenge
- Parachute Games
- Bingo & Musical Games
- Dodgeball
- Rounders
- Olympic Handball
- Skittles & Ball Games
- Face Painting
- Giant Inflatable Obstacle Course
- And much more!
With new challenges and games every day, no two days are ever the same, ensuring children stay motivated, make new friends, and head home tired but happy.
Camp Details
- Age Group: 5 – 13 years
- Full Week: €76
- Day Rate: €19
- Camp 1: 29th June – 3rd July
Time: 9:30am – 2:30pm
- Camp 2: 27th – 31st July
Time: 9:30am – 2:30pm
- Camp 3: 17th – 21st August
Time: 9:30am – 2:30pm
Places are limited and these camps are always popular, so early booking is strongly advised. Give your child a summer full of laughter, activity, and unforgettable fun at Shannon Leisure Centre’s Absolute Fun & Games Camp!
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Intensive Swimming Lessons
Intensive Swimming Lessons at Shannon Leisure Centre
Build Confidence, Skills & Water Safety – Fast
Shannon Swimming & Leisure Centre’s Intensive Swimming Lessons are the perfect way for children to make rapid progress in the pool during the summer holidays. Designed to reinforce technique, build water confidence, and improve overall swimming ability, these short, focused programmes deliver excellent results in a fun and supportive environment.
Our intensive format allows swimmers to attend daily lessons over consecutive days, helping skills to develop quickly and effectively. Lessons are delivered by our fully qualified, experienced, and Garda‑vetted swim teachers, ensuring the highest standards of safety and instruction at all times.
These classes are suitable for both beginners looking to build confidence and improvers aiming to refine their strokes and ability.
Lesson Dates & Fees- Week 1: 13th – 17th July (5 days)
Cost: €60
Time: 8:00am – 10:10am
- Week 2: 17th – 21st August (5 days)
Cost: €60
Time: 4:00 – 6:45pm
Whether your child is just starting out or working towards stronger swimming skills, our intensive lessons offer a structured, supportive, and fun learning environment with noticeable results in a short time.Places are limited, so early booking is recommended to avoid disappointment.
- Week 1: 13th – 17th July (5 days)
