Currently Ongoing Courses
Explore our Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday courses running this term. Most have already started, but you can still join where places are available
Contact Paddy O’Reilly (+353861743836) to enquire.
Wellbeing
Spaces Available
Finding Meaning in Life at Midlife and Beyond
👤 Tutor: Paul Brennan & Tony Devlin
⏱ Duration: 10 Weeks
📅 Day: Tuesday
📍 Location: Room S08
💶 Price: €100
🕒 Time: 7pm - 8:30pm
A logotherapy-based course for adults interested in exploring meaning, purpose and fulfilment during midlife and beyond. Topics include ageing, spirituality, technology's impact on meaning, loneliness, mortality and personal growth. The course combines discussion, practical strategies and case studies, including Viktor Frankl's Man's Search for Meaning.
This course is already underway, so online booking is closed, but places are still available, please contact Paddy O’Reilly (+353861743836) to enrol.
Languages
Spaces Available
Spanish for Beginners - Tuesday
👤 Tutor: Louise Maher
📅 Day: Tuesday
⏱ Duration: 10 Weeks
💶 Price: €100
📍 Location: Room S17
🕒 Time: 7pm - 8:30pm
This friendly course is designed for learners who have little or no Spanish and would like to learn in a relaxed and enjoyable environment. No previous language experience is needed. Lessons focus on practical, everyday Spanish through speaking, listening, reading and interactive activities.
This course is already underway, so online booking is closed, but places are still available, please contact Paddy O’Reilly (+353861743836) to enrol.
Leisure
Spaces Available
Creative Crochet
👤 Tutor: Gabrielle Stafford
⏱ Duration: 10 weeks
💶 Price: €100
📍 Location: Room S02
🕒 Time: 7pm - 8:30pm
Learn the basics of crochet in a relaxed and friendly environment while developing a creative skill that can be used to create handmade gifts and decorative items.
This course is already underway, so online booking is closed, but places are still available, please contact Paddy O’Reilly (+353861743836) to enrol.
Culture
Spaces Available
Sociology for Beginners
👤 Tutor: Nicola Byrne
⏱ Duration: 10 weeks
💶 Price: €100
🕒 Time: 7pm - 8:30pm
📍 Location: Room S03
An introduction to sociology examining culture, human behaviour, socialisation and the evolution
of modern societies. Participants explore how individuals and groups interact and adapt within
changing social environments.
This course is already underway, so online booking is closed, but places are still available, please contact Paddy O’Reilly (+353861743836) to enrol.
Languages
Spaces Available
Spanish for Beginners - Wednesday
👤 Tutor: Diego Martin Lungo
📅 Day: Wednesday
⏱ Duration: 10 Weeks
📍 Location: Room N02
💶 Price: €100
🕒 Time: 7pm - 8:30pm
Designed for complete beginners with no previous knowledge of Spanish, this course focuses on practical communication, pronunciation, everyday vocabulary and confidence in simple conversations while introducing learners to Spanish-speaking cultures.
This course is already underway, so online booking is closed, but places are still available, please contact Paddy O’Reilly (+353861743836) to enrol.
Sports
Spaces Available
Pilates
👤 Tutor: Leah Corbally
📅 Day: Wednesday
⏱ Duration: 10 Weeks
💶 Price: €95
🕒 Time: 7pm - 8:30pm
📍 Location: School Detention Area
A mat-based Pilates class designed to improve strength, flexibility, posture and core stability. Suitable for beginners and those looking to enhance overall fitness in a supportive environment.
This course is already underway, so online booking is closed, but places are still available, please contact Paddy O’Reilly (+353861743836) to enrol.
Cooking
Cooking Made Easy
Spaces Available
👤 Tutor: Trevor O'Reilly
📅 Day: Wednesday
⏱ Duration: 10 Weeks
📍 Location: Room H01
💶 Price: €100
🕒 Time: 7pm - 8:30pm
Learn how to cook simple, tasty and affordable meals with our Cooking Made Easy course. This practical course is designed for beginners and anyone who wants to build confidence in the kitchen, with an emphasis on straightforward recipes and useful everyday cooking skills.
You’ll learn basic cooking techniques, how to prepare and use common ingredients, meal planning, portioning and ways to create nutritious meals without spending a fortune. Whether you’re cooking for yourself, your family or simply want to become more comfortable in the kitchen, this relaxed and welcoming course will give you the skills and confidence to make cooking easier and more enjoyable.
This course is already underway, so online booking is closed, but places are still available, please contact Paddy O’Reilly (+353861743836) to enrol.
Art
Painting & Drawing
👤 Tutor: Estenio
📅 Day: Thursday
⏱ Duration: 10 Weeks
💶 Price: €100
📍 Location: Room N07
🕒 Time: 7pm - 8:30pm
Explore your creativity and develop your artistic skills in this practical 8-week Painting & Drawing Workshop. Designed for beginners and those looking to build their confidence, the course introduces fundamental drawing and painting techniques through a series of enjoyable, hands-on activities.
You’ll learn how to break down complex shapes, draw from observation, understand colour theory, mix colours and develop effective brush techniques. As the course progresses, you’ll create your own artwork on canvas, learning how to build layers, depth, highlights and detail before finishing and varnishing your completed piece.
This course is already underway, so online booking is closed, but places are still available, please contact Paddy O’Reilly (+353861743836) to enrol.
Spaces Available
Sports
Spaces Available
Coaching Principles for the Grassroots Soccer Game
👤 Tutor: Paul Keogh
📅 Day: Saturday 28th of Novemeber
🕒 Time: 10am - 1pm
💶 Price: €100
📍 Location: Pe hall & Astro Pitch
⏱ Duration: 1 Day
This interactive workshop combines practical, on-pitch activities with classroom-based theory to provide a clear understanding of effective coaching principles in the grassroots game. Participants will learn how to plan and deliver engaging training sessions using fundamental playing principles as the foundation for session design.
Food
Spaces Available
HACCP: Food Safety
👤 Tutor: Trevor O'Reilly
📅 Day: Saturday 28th of November
💶 Price: €40
🕒 Time: 10am - 1pm
📍 Location: Room S08
⏱ Duration: 1 Day
This practical course introduces learners to HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point), a food safety system used to identify and prevent risks in food preparation and handling. Learners will explore how HACCP helps prevent food contamination, maintain safe practices, and ensure compliance with food safety requirements.
The course covers the seven key principles of HACCP, including identifying hazards, controlling critical points, monitoring procedures, correcting issues, verifying safety systems, and maintaining accurate records.
Construction
Spaces Available
Manual Handling
👤 Tutor: Jason Keating
📅 Day: Saturday 28th of Novemebr
🕒 Time: 10am -1pm
📍 Location: Room S05
💶 Price: €25
⏱ Duration: 1 Day
Learn the correct techniques for lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling loads safely in this practical Manual Handling course. Participants will gain an understanding of how injuries occur, how to reduce the risk of musculoskeletal disorders, and the importance of good manual handling practices in the workplace.
This course is suitable for employees across a wide range of industries and meets workplace manual handling training requirements. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Manual Handling Certificate.
Technology
Spaces Available
Blanket Workshop
👤 Tutor: Lorna Gaffney White
📅 Day: Saturday 28th of Novemeber
💶 Price: €95
🕒 Time: 10am - 4pm
📍 Location: Room S07
⏱ Duration: 1 Day
Spend a relaxing and creative day learning how to make your own luxurious chunky knit blanket using hand-knitting techniques—no knitting needles or previous experience required. Guided step-by-step by your tutor, you'll create a beautiful, cosy blanket to take home while enjoying a friendly and supportive workshop atmosphere.
Throughout the day you'll learn the basics of working with chunky yarn, master simple hand-knitting techniques, and discover tips for achieving a professional finish. Whether you're looking to learn a new craft, make a unique handmade gift, or simply enjoy a rewarding creative experience, this workshop is the perfect introduction.
Construction
Spaces Available
Safe Pass
👤 Tutor: Optima Courses
📅 Day: Saturday 28th of Novemeber
🕒 Time: 8am - 4pm
📍 Location: Room S04
💶 Price: €175
⏱ Duration: 1 Day
Safe Pass is a one-day health and safety awareness programme for anyone working, or intending to work, in the construction industry. This essential course provides participants with the knowledge needed to recognise workplace hazards, work safely on site, and understand their responsibilities under health and safety legislation.
Topics include accident prevention, working at height, manual handling awareness, personal protective equipment (PPE), and emergency procedures. On successful completion, participants will receive a Safe Pass card, a mandatory requirement for most construction sites in Ireland.
SPORTs
Spaces Available
Badminton for Beginners
👤 Tutor: Ravi Shokeen
📅 Day: Starting Saturday 13th of March
💶 Price: €110
🕒 Time: 6pm - 8pm
📍 Location: School PE Hall
⏱ Duration: 10 Weeks
Learn the fundamentals of badminton in a fun, friendly and welcoming environment. This beginner-friendly course is suitable for anyone looking to learn a new sport, improve their fitness or simply enjoy some active time on the court. You’ll develop the basic skills needed to play confidently, including serving, hitting, footwork and positioning.
Across ten weeks, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to practise your skills through drills, exercises and games. Whether you’re completely new to badminton or looking to refresh your basic skills, this course will help you build confidence, improve your technique and enjoy the game in a relaxed setting.
Environment
Spaces Available
Circular Economy Workshop
👤 Tutor: Rediscovery Centre Staff
📅 Day: Saturday 28th of November
💶 Price: €35
🕒 Time: 10am - 1pm
📍 Location: Room S11
⏱ Duration: 1 Day
Discover the principles of the circular economy and explore practical ways we can reduce waste, reuse resources and make more sustainable choices in our everyday lives. This engaging workshop will introduce the ideas behind a circular economy and look at how they can be applied at home, in the workplace and across our communities.
The workshop also includes a visit to the Rediscovery Centre, where you’ll see circular economy principles in action and learn about innovative approaches to recycling, reuse and resource management. A great opportunity to learn, ask questions and gain a better understanding of how we can move towards a more sustainable future.
Technology
Maximum 12 Spaces
Heartsaver CPR & AED Training
👤 Tutor: Brian Murray
📅 Day: Saturday 28th of November
💶 Price: €120
🕒 Time: 10am - 4pm
📍 Location: Room S09
⏱ Duration: 1 Day
This certified course provides essential life-saving skills for members of the public, workplaces, and individuals with no previous medical training. Learners will develop the confidence to respond to emergencies by learning CPR techniques, safe AED use, and how to assist with choking incidents.
The course covers CPR for adults, children and infants, the correct use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs), choking relief techniques, and the use of barrier devices during rescue breaths.
By the end of the course, participants will have the knowledge and practical skills to respond effectively in an emergency and receive a recognised certification valid for two years.
Tuesday Courses
Starting Tuesday 29th September 2026
Wellbeing
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Introduction to PTSD: Treating Trauma & Managing Symptoms
👤 Tutor: Nicola Byrne
📅 Day: Tuesday
Gain an understanding of trauma, stress and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in this introductory psychology course. Explore the causes, symptoms and treatment of trauma while learning about evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Exposure Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). The course also examines resilience and practical self-care strategies.
Personal Development
Introduction to Life Coaching
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👤 Tutor: Dennis Edewor
📅 Day: Tuesday
Discover the core principles of life coaching and learn practical techniques that support personal growth, career development, confidence and wellbeing. This course introduces effective coaching methods, goal setting, communication skills and strategies that can be applied to both personal and professional life.
Business
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Introduction to Business & Entrepreneurship
👤 Tutor: Paul Maher
📅 Day: Tuesday
A practical introduction to entrepreneurship for anyone interested in starting or growing a business. Explore entrepreneurial thinking, creativity, innovation, business structures and the process of developing successful business ideas while gaining an understanding of what it takes to become an entrepreneur.
Wellbeing
Spaces Available
Finding Meaning in Life at Midlife and Beyond
👤 Tutor: Paul Brennan & Tony Devlin
⏱ Duration: 10 Weeks
📅 Day: Tuesday
📍 Location: Room S08
💶 Price: €100
🕒 Time: 7pm - 8:30pm
A logotherapy-based course for adults interested in exploring meaning, purpose and fulfilment during midlife and beyond. Topics include ageing, spirituality, technology's impact on meaning, loneliness, mortality and personal growth. The course combines discussion, practical strategies and case studies, including Viktor Frankl's Man's Search for Meaning.
This course is already underway, so online booking is closed, but places are still available, please contact Paddy O’Reilly (+353861743836) to enrol.
Business
Office Administration & Reception Skills for Work
👤 Tutor: Christian Martin
📅 Day: Tuesday
Build the practical skills needed for entry-level office administration, reception and customer service roles. Through realistic workplace activities, you will practise writing professional emails, handling phone calls and customer enquiries, organising appointments and records, preparing documents, maintaining simple spreadsheet trackers, understanding how CRM systems are used, protecting confidential information and managing competing priorities.
Ideal for adults entering the workplace, returning to work or changing career and looking to build confidence for an office-based role. Basic computer skills are recommended.
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Arts
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Illustration for Beginners
👤 Tutor: Alexandra Lincu
📅 Day: Tuesday
A relaxed and beginner-friendly illustration course introducing participants to drawing through simple shapes, line, pattern, colour and composition. Students gradually develop confidence and produce a completed illustrated artwork by the end of the course.
Culture
History & Cultural Transfers
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👤 Tutor: Marwane El Mahi
📅 Day: Tuesday
From Irish history to world history, this course explores how cultures, ideas and societies influence one another over time. Participants will investigate historical events, cultural exchanges and global connections while developing a deeper understanding of how the past influences the present and future.
Technology
Basic Digital Literacy & Introduction to Contemporary IT
👤 Tutor: Jurandir Cunha
📅 Day: Tuesday
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Designed for adults and young people with little or no previous experience, this practical course develops confidence with computers, email, cloud storage, word processing, spreadsheets, presentations and internet safety. Participants will also explore social media, Irish online services such as MyGovID and Revenue, and practical uses of Artificial Intelligence tools including ChatGPT, Gemini and Microsoft Copilot.
Numeracy
We Need Maths in Life
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👤 Tutor: Kalina Obrzud
📅 Day: Tuesday
A practical numeracy course demonstrating how maths is used in everyday situations. Topics include ratios and proportions in cooking, geometry for home improvements, comparing mortgages and utility providers, understanding payslips and currency exchange while travelling. The emphasis is on building confidence and showing the relevance of maths in daily life.
Languages
Spaces Available
Spanish for Beginners
👤 Tutor: Louise Maher
📅 Day: Tuesday
⏱ Duration: 10 Weeks
💶 Price: €100
📍 Location: Room S17
🕒 Time: 7pm - 8:30pm
This friendly course is designed for learners who have little or no Spanish and would like to learn in a relaxed and enjoyable environment. No previous language experience is needed. Lessons focus on practical, everyday Spanish through speaking, listening, reading and interactive activities.
This course is already underway, so online booking is closed, but places are still available, please contact Paddy O’Reilly (+353861743836) to enrol.
Leisure
Jewellery Making Course
👤 Tutor: Lorna Gaffney White
📅 Day: Tuesday
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Discover the creative art of jewellery making in this beginner-friendly course. Learn how to use essential jewellery-making tools and materials while developing practical skills to create your own unique pieces.
You’ll explore a range of techniques, including earring, bracelet, ring and necklace design, bead selection, threading, beading stitches and basic wirework. The course is suitable for complete beginners and provides a relaxed, hands-on environment to develop your creativity and confidence.
Business
Introduction to Accounting
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👤 Tutor: Marc Clifford
📅 Day: Tuesday
This beginner-friendly course provides a practical introduction to the fundamentals of accounting and bookkeeping. Learners will develop an understanding of key accounting concepts, financial terminology, assets and liabilities, and how accounting information is used.
The course covers double-entry bookkeeping, preparing cash budgets, bank reconciliation statements, correcting errors, and preparing simple club accounts including income and expenditure records.
By the end of the course, learners will have a strong foundation in basic accounting principles and the confidence to understand and prepare simple financial records.
Culture
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Discovering Ballymun: A Local History
👤 Tutor: Donnacha O'Brian
📅 Day: Tuesday
Are you curious about the history of Ballymun? Want to find out more about its people, places, and the events that shaped it?
This course will introduce you to the skills to become a local historian of your area. Learn how to do your own research by accessing historical sources, both online and in real life. From searching old newspapers and photo collections, to finding nuggets in records like the Census, this will be a fascinating way to dig up facts and local stories from the past. Participants will be invited to pick a topic that interests them: for example, the origins of a local sports club; or the story behind an interesting old building; or the life of a remarkable character who used to live here… the choice is yours!
Science
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Chemistry in Everyday Life
👤 Tutor: Luke Healy
📅 Day: Tuesday
Discover the fascinating chemistry behind the everyday world in this accessible and engaging introductory course. You’ll explore the basics of chemistry without the heavy maths or complicated theory, making it suitable for anyone, regardless of previous experience.
From understanding atoms and the periodic table to discovering why atoms bond, how acids and bases work, and why water behaves in unusual ways, each topic connects chemistry to real-life experiences. You’ll explore the science behind cooking and cleaning, including why bread rises, why onions make us cry and how soap actually cleans. The course will also look at chemistry in the wider world, including batteries, medicines, CO₂ and climate change, as well as other topical areas.
Childcare
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Child Development
📅 Day: Tuesday
👤 Tutor: Caitríona Kenealy
This course is designed for adults who want to learn how children grow and learn through playing. You'll discover how play helps children develop important skills, like talking, thinking, and sharing. The course also shows you how playing together can strengthen your bond with your child, making your relationship stronger and more fun. It's a simple way to understand your child's development and learn ways to enjoy playtime together.
Ideal for educators, parents, caregivers, and anyone interested in fostering healthy childhood development, this course provides practical ways and examples of how to create enriching play environments that promote learning and well-being.
Wednesday Courses
Starting Wednesday 30th September 2026
Languages
Practical English
👤 Tutor: Chris O'Brien
📅 Day: Wednesday
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Develop practical English language skills for everyday life, the workplace and employment. Through real-life situations and interactive activities, participants build confidence in speaking, listening, reading and writing English.
By the end of the course participants will also have developed a stand out CV and the essential English speaking interview skills needed when applying for employment.
Leisure
Spaces Available
Creative Crochet
👤 Tutor: Gabrielle Stafford
⏱ Duration: 10 weeks
💶 Price: €100
📍 Location: Room S02
🕒 Time: 7pm - 8:30pm
Learn the basics of crochet in a relaxed and friendly environment while developing a creative skill that can be used to create handmade gifts and decorative items.
This course is already underway, so online booking is closed, but places are still available, please contact Paddy O’Reilly (+353861743836) to enrol.
Culture
Spaces Available
Sociology for Beginners
👤 Tutor: Nicola Byrne
⏱ Duration: 10 weeks
💶 Price: €100
🕒 Time: 7pm - 8:30pm
📍 Location: Room S03
An introduction to sociology examining culture, human behaviour, socialisation and the evolution
of modern societies. Participants explore how individuals and groups interact and adapt within
changing social environments.
This course is already underway, so online booking is closed, but places are still available, please contact Paddy O’Reilly (+353861743836) to enrol.
Leisure
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Yoga
👤 Tutor: Elli Prendergast
📅 Day: Wednesday
Discover the benefits of yoga in a relaxed and supportive environment. This beginner-friendly course introduces gentle postures, breathing techniques and relaxation practices designed to improve flexibility, strength, balance and overall wellbeing.
Wellbeing
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Stress Management
👤 Tutor: Dennis Edewor
📅 Day: Wednesday
Gain a practical understanding of stress and learn effective coping strategies for managing personal, family, academic, health and workplace challenges. Participants will develop practical techniques to improve resilience and overall wellbeing.
Business
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Digital & Social Media Marketing
📅 Day: Wednesday
👤 Tutor: Paul Maher
Explore how digital technologies and social media are reshaping modern marketing. Learners gain practical experience in content creation, campaign planning, search engine optimisation (SEO), analytics and social media strategy.
Arts
Adult Drama for Beginers
👤 Tutor: Christian Martin
📅 Day: Wednesday
Adult Drama for Beginners offers a welcoming introduction to acting for anyone interested in exploring drama, with no previous experience required. Through improvisation, voice and movement exercises, character work, theatre games and introductory scene work, participants will develop confidence, creativity and communication skills in a relaxed, supportive environment.
Whether you have always wanted to try acting or would simply like to meet new people and explore something new, the course provides an opportunity to express yourself, work with others and discover your creative side.
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Wellbeing
Empowering Abilities Workshop
👤 Tutor: Tracey McCann
📅 Day: Wednesday
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An engaging and inclusive programme designed to build confidence, self-awareness, communication skills and resilience. Participants explore emotional wellbeing, goal setting, personal growth and positive relationships through practical activities and group discussion. Suitable for teenagers and adults of all abilities.
Culture
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French Language & Culture
👤 Tutor: Marwane El Mahi
📅 Day: Wednesday
Learn French with a native speaker while developing practical communication skills, useful everyday expressions and confidence in speaking. The course also explores the culture, traditions and diversity of French-speaking countries around the world.
Arts
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Drawing with Thread: Embroidery Art for Beginners
👤 Tutor: Alexandra Lincu
📅 Day: Wednesday
Discover embroidery as a creative form of drawing using thread, colour and texture. Participants learn essential stitches, design transfer techniques and creative composition while producing a unique embroidered artwork.
Sports
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Introduction to Hurling
👤 Tutor: Dean Memry
📅 Day: Wednesday
A fun and welcoming introduction to the skills and rules of hurling. Suitable for complete beginners and those returning to the game, the course develops fundamental skills, improves fitness and encourages participation in one of Ireland's traditional sports.
Culture
History of Ireland
👤 Tutor: Joanna Staruszkiewicz-Gawlik
📅 Day: Wednesday
Explore the major events that shaped modern Ireland, including the Great Famine, the Easter Rising, the War of Independence, the Civil War, the Troubles and the peace process. The course examines the lasting social, political and cultural impact of these events.
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Culture
Biology & Chemistry
👤 Tutor: Deepak Mohan Nalluri
📅 Day: Wednesday
Develop a strong understanding of Biology and Chemistry through clear explanations, structured learning and practical study techniques. Complex scientific concepts are presented in an accessible way to build confidence and support further learning.
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Science
Leaving Cert Physics
👤 Tutor: Jurandir Cunha
📅 Day: Wednesday
This course is aimed at people who have difficulties in Physics and who wish to start preparing for the next Leaving Cert. If you finished your studies a long time ago and wish to resume them,
or if you simply need a boost in the subject, this course was made for you. The material will cover the Mechanics content in depth and will guide students on how to organize their ideas
when answering the exam questions.
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Sports
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Introduction to Padel
👤 Tutor: Padel 100 Coach
📅 Day: Wednesday
An enjoyable introduction to the rapidly growing sport of padel. Participants learn the basic rules, techniques and tactics of the game while improving fitness, coordination and confidence in a welcoming and social environment.
Sports
Spaces Available
Pilates
👤 Tutor: Leah Corbally
📅 Day: Wednesday
⏱ Duration: 10 Weeks
💶 Price: €95
🕒 Time: 7pm - 8:30pm
📍 Location: School Detention Area
A mat-based Pilates class designed to improve strength, flexibility, posture and core stability. Suitable for beginners and those looking to enhance overall fitness in a supportive environment.
This course is already underway, so online booking is closed, but places are still available, please contact Paddy O’Reilly (+353861743836) to enrol.
Business
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Preparing a Business Plan
👤 Tutor: Sabrina Morris
📅 Day: Wednesday
Whether you're launching a new business or developing an existing idea, this practical course will guide you through creating a realistic business plan. Participants will explore the Lean Business Model Canvas, market research, marketing, budgeting, sales forecasting and other essential elements required to build a successful business.
Languages
Spaces Available
Spanish for Beginners
👤 Tutor: Diego Martin Lungo
📅 Day: Wednesday
⏱ Duration: 10 Weeks
📍 Location: Room N02
💶 Price: €100
🕒 Time: 7pm - 8:30pm
Designed for complete beginners with no previous knowledge of Spanish, this course focuses on practical communication, pronunciation, everyday vocabulary and confidence in simple conversations while introducing learners to Spanish-speaking cultures.
This course is already underway, so online booking is closed, but places are still available, please contact Paddy O’Reilly (+353861743836) to enrol.
Business
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Introduction to Manual Payroll
👤 Tutor: Imelda
📅 Day: Wednesday
Learn the fundamentals of manual payroll processing in this practical introductory course. Ideal for beginners, employees involved in payroll, or anyone looking to develop useful payroll and administration skills.
The course will introduce you to key areas of Irish payroll, including PAYE, PRSI and Auto Enrolment, as well as understanding the process of calculating gross pay to net pay. You’ll gain practical knowledge of how payroll calculations work and build confidence in carrying out basic payroll tasks manually.
History
Researching Your Family Tree
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👤 Tutor: Donnacha O'Brian
📅 Day: Wednesday
Learn how to go about researching your ancestors and piecing together the story of your family origins, all using freely available sources and archives.
Learn how to do research, first using your own family - interviewing older members for memories and stories that can provide important leads into the past. Then find out how to use online archives to find interesting information about family descendants long ago, e.g. the State Records of Births, Marriages & Deaths, and the recently published 1926 census. Participants will be encouraged to keep a research folder over the course, and to present their family tree to the group at the end.
Cooking
Cooking Made Easy
Spaces Available
👤 Tutor: Trevor O'Reilly
📅 Day: Wednesday
⏱ Duration: 10 Weeks
📍 Location: Room H01
💶 Price: €100
🕒 Time: 7pm - 8:30pm
Learn how to cook simple, tasty and affordable meals with our Cooking Made Easy course. This practical course is designed for beginners and anyone who wants to build confidence in the kitchen, with an emphasis on straightforward recipes and useful everyday cooking skills.
You’ll learn basic cooking techniques, how to prepare and use common ingredients, meal planning, portioning and ways to create nutritious meals without spending a fortune. Whether you’re cooking for yourself, your family or simply want to become more comfortable in the kitchen, this relaxed and welcoming course will give you the skills and confidence to make cooking easier and more enjoyable.
This course is already underway, so online booking is closed, but places are still available, please contact Paddy O’Reilly (+353861743836) to enrol.
Languages
Portuguese for Beginners
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👤 Tutor: Emily Carsolari
📅 Day: Wednesday
Start your journey into Brazilian Portuguese with this friendly and accessible beginners’ course. Designed for complete beginners, the course focuses on building confidence with basic conversation, pronunciation and useful everyday phrases.
You’ll learn how to introduce yourself, ask and answer simple questions, understand common expressions and communicate in everyday situations. Whether you’re planning to visit Brazil, interested in the language and culture, or simply want to learn something new, this course provides a relaxed and practical introduction to Portuguese.
Leisure
Finger Knitting for Beginners
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👤 Tutor: Lorna Gaffney White
📅 Day: Wednesday
Discover the relaxing and creative art of finger knitting - no needles required! This fun four-week course is perfect for complete beginners and anyone looking for a new creative hobby. Using simple hand-knitting techniques, you'll learn how to transform soft yarn into beautiful, practical handmade projects in a friendly and supportive environment.
Each week you'll complete a different project, such as a stylish bag, a cosy cushion cover or other decorative accessories, while building confidence and learning techniques you can continue to use at home. All skill levels are welcome, and you'll leave with unique handmade creations and the knowledge to keep crafting long after the course has finished.
Science
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Introduction To Electronics
👤 Tutor: Michael Svoboda
📅 Day: Wednesday
Get hands-on with electronics and discover how circuits, sensors and microcontrollers work together to control the physical world. This practical, beginner-friendly course introduces the fundamentals of electronics through circuit building and Arduino programming. You will learn about digital and analogue signals, Ohm's Law, switches, sensors, PWM control and basic troubleshooting, while developing the confidence to wire circuits and write and modify simple Arduino code.
Throughout the course, you will apply your knowledge through practical projects, including a pedestrian traffic light system, light-activated devices, an intruder alarm and a Theremin. Later sessions introduce topics such as servos, actuators, serial communication, output expansion and SCADA systems, providing an insight into how these principles are used in industrial automation and control. No previous electronics experience is required.
Your course fee includes an electronics kit, which you will receive and keep after the course. The kit is an ELEGOO UNO R3 Basic Starter Kit, providing the components and Arduino-compatible hardware you will use throughout the practical sessions and allowing you to continue experimenting and building projects at home.
Leisure
Cytech Home Mechanic
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👤 Tutor: Ravi Shokeen
📅 Day: Starts on Wednesday 25th of November
Learn how to maintain, service and repair your own bicycle with this practical two-day Cytech Home Mechanic certified course. You’ll develop hands-on skills covering essential bike maintenance, adjustments, servicing and common repairs, giving you the confidence to keep your bike safe, reliable and running smoothly.
On successful completion, participants receive a Cytech Home Mechanic certificate.
Thursday Courses
Starting Thursday 1st October 2026
Technology
Introduction to Engineering Drawing & CAD
👤 Tutor: Michael Svoboda
📅 Day: Thursday
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Learn technical drawing and 3D computer-aided design using FreeCAD. Students develop skills in sketching, modelling, assemblies, dimensioning, manufacturing drawings and basic 3D-printing workflows.
Technology
Typing Course
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👤 Tutor: Jurandir Cunha
📅 Day: Thursday
Improve your typing speed, accuracy and confidence in this practical course designed to help you develop efficient keyboard skills. Learn the touch typing method and replace old typing habits with techniques that allow you to type comfortably using all ten fingers.
Through guided practice and easy-to-follow exercises, you will build muscle memory, increase your typing speed and reduce errors. Whether you're using a computer for work, study or everyday tasks, this course will help you become more productive and confident at the keyboard. Suitable for beginners and anyone looking to improve their typing skills.
Literature
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Exploring Ulysses: James Joyce, Dublin and Modern Life
👤 Tutor: Patrick Rogers
📅 Day: Thursday
Ulysses by James Joyce is a modernist work meant to encapsulate the city of Dublin, yet it is a work which delves deeply into the human psyche and interpersonal relations.
This course will look at the book and at the changing socio-political world of Edwardian Dublin, with the seeds of an incipient change hard on the heels of people going about their daily lives, then and now. The following pertinent questions can be looked at during the course:
Would James Joyce recognize the city of Dublin today, and what would he make of its' characters?
How does the text address race, religion and nation in ways to which we can relate?
What can Molly’s soliloquy tell us about the state of women in modern day Ireland?
Art
Painting & Drawing
👤 Tutor: Estenio
📅 Day: Thursday
⏱ Duration: 10 Weeks
💶 Price: €100
📍 Location: Room N07
🕒 Time: 7pm - 8:30pm
Explore your creativity and develop your artistic skills in this practical 8-week Painting & Drawing Workshop. Designed for beginners and those looking to build their confidence, the course introduces fundamental drawing and painting techniques through a series of enjoyable, hands-on activities.
You’ll learn how to break down complex shapes, draw from observation, understand colour theory, mix colours and develop effective brush techniques. As the course progresses, you’ll create your own artwork on canvas, learning how to build layers, depth, highlights and detail before finishing and varnishing your completed piece.
This course is already underway, so online booking is closed, but places are still available, please contact Paddy O’Reilly (+353861743836) to enrol.
Spaces Available
Saturday Courses
A range of courses, workshops and activities on Saturdays
Construction
Spaces Available
Safe Pass
👤 Tutor: Optima Courses
📅 Day: Saturday 28th of Novemeber
🕒 Time: 8am - 4pm
📍 Location: Room S04
💶 Price: €175
⏱ Duration: 1 Day
Safe Pass is a one-day health and safety awareness programme for anyone working, or intending to work, in the construction industry. This essential course provides participants with the knowledge needed to recognise workplace hazards, work safely on site, and understand their responsibilities under health and safety legislation.
Topics include accident prevention, working at height, manual handling awareness, personal protective equipment (PPE), and emergency procedures. On successful completion, participants will receive a Safe Pass card, a mandatory requirement for most construction sites in Ireland.
Construction
Spaces Available
Manual Handling
👤 Tutor: Jason Keating
📅 Day: Saturday 28th of Novemebr
🕒 Time: 10am -1pm
📍 Location: Room S05
💶 Price: €25
⏱ Duration: 1 Day
Learn the correct techniques for lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling loads safely in this practical Manual Handling course. Participants will gain an understanding of how injuries occur, how to reduce the risk of musculoskeletal disorders, and the importance of good manual handling practices in the workplace.
This course is suitable for employees across a wide range of industries and meets workplace manual handling training requirements. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Manual Handling Certificate.
Sports
Spaces Available
Coaching Principles for the Grassroots Soccer Game
👤 Tutor: Paul Keogh
📅 Day: Saturday 28th of Novemeber
🕒 Time: 10am - 1pm
💶 Price: €100
📍 Location: Pe hall & Astro Pitch
⏱ Duration: 1 Day
This interactive workshop combines practical, on-pitch activities with classroom-based theory to provide a clear understanding of effective coaching principles in the grassroots game. Participants will learn how to plan and deliver engaging training sessions using fundamental playing principles as the foundation for session design.
Technology
Spaces Available
Blanket Workshop
👤 Tutor: Lorna Gaffney White
📅 Day: Saturday 28th of Novemeber
💶 Price: €95
🕒 Time: 10am - 4pm
📍 Location: Room S07
⏱ Duration: 1 Day
Spend a relaxing and creative day learning how to make your own luxurious chunky knit blanket using hand-knitting techniques—no knitting needles or previous experience required. Guided step-by-step by your tutor, you'll create a beautiful, cosy blanket to take home while enjoying a friendly and supportive workshop atmosphere.
Throughout the day you'll learn the basics of working with chunky yarn, master simple hand-knitting techniques, and discover tips for achieving a professional finish. Whether you're looking to learn a new craft, make a unique handmade gift, or simply enjoy a rewarding creative experience, this workshop is the perfect introduction.
Food
Spaces Available
HACCP: Food Safety
👤 Tutor: Trevor O'Reilly
📅 Day: Saturday 28th of November
💶 Price: €40
🕒 Time: 10am - 1pm
📍 Location: Room S08
⏱ Duration: 1 Day
This practical course introduces learners to HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point), a food safety system used to identify and prevent risks in food preparation and handling. Learners will explore how HACCP helps prevent food contamination, maintain safe practices, and ensure compliance with food safety requirements.
The course covers the seven key principles of HACCP, including identifying hazards, controlling critical points, monitoring procedures, correcting issues, verifying safety systems, and maintaining accurate records.
Introduction to Pottery
Literature
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👤 Tutor: Radek Zemlicka
📅 Day: Saturday 28th of November
A hands-on three hour introduction to the art of pottery, suitable for complete beginners. Participants will learn about the materials used in ceramics and be introduced to
basic forming techniques, choosing either wheel throwing or hand-building to create a simple pot. The session focuses on the making process and does not include glazing, which can be explored in a follow-up
workshop.
Technology
Maximum 12 Spaces
Heartsaver CPR & AED Training
👤 Tutor: Brian Murray
📅 Day: Saturday 28th of November
💶 Price: €120
🕒 Time: 10am - 4pm
📍 Location: Room S09
This certified course provides essential life-saving skills for members of the public, workplaces, and individuals with no previous medical training. Learners will develop the confidence to respond to emergencies by learning CPR techniques, safe AED use, and how to assist with choking incidents.
The course covers CPR for adults, children and infants, the correct use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs), choking relief techniques, and the use of barrier devices during rescue breaths.
By the end of the course, participants will have the knowledge and practical skills to respond effectively in an emergency and receive a recognised certification valid for two years.
SPORTs
Spaces Available
Badminton for Beginners
👤 Tutor: Ravi Shokeen
📅 Day: Starting Saturday 13th of March
💶 Price: €110
🕒 Time: 6pm - 8pm
📍 Location: School PE Hall
⏱ Duration: 10 Weeks
Learn the fundamentals of badminton in a fun, friendly and welcoming environment. This beginner-friendly course is suitable for anyone looking to learn a new sport, improve their fitness or simply enjoy some active time on the court. You’ll develop the basic skills needed to play confidently, including serving, hitting, footwork and positioning.
Across ten weeks, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to practise your skills through drills, exercises and games. Whether you’re completely new to badminton or looking to refresh your basic skills, this course will help you build confidence, improve your technique and enjoy the game in a relaxed setting.
Environment
Spaces Available
Circular Economy Workshop
👤 Tutor: Rediscovery Centre Staff
📅 Day: Saturday 28th of November
💶 Price: €35
🕒 Time: 10am - 1pm
📍 Location: Room S11
⏱ Duration: 1 Day
Discover the principles of the circular economy and explore practical ways we can reduce waste, reuse resources and make more sustainable choices in our everyday lives. This engaging workshop will introduce the ideas behind a circular economy and look at how they can be applied at home, in the workplace and across our communities.
The workshop also includes a visit to the Rediscovery Centre, where you’ll see circular economy principles in action and learn about innovative approaches to recycling, reuse and resource management. A great opportunity to learn, ask questions and gain a better understanding of how we can move towards a more sustainable future.