Louth students got active to complete the Sport Ireland Her Moves programme
A successful six-week sports initiative, delivered through the Sport Ireland Her Moves programme, has recently concluded in Dundalk
A successful six-week sports initiative, delivered through the Sport Ireland Her Moves programme, has recently concluded in Dundalk, showcasing the impact of inclusive and student-led approaches to increasing girls’ participation in physical activity.
The project was a collaborative effort between DkIT, Louth Local Sports Partnership, St. Louis Dundalk and St. Vincent’s Dundalk, with third-year students from the BA (Hons) in Sports, Exercise and Enterprise programme playing a central role in its delivery.
Guided by the Her Moves philosophy of “finding what moves you,” the programme prioritised enjoyment, choice, and confidence-building over competition.
Participants engaged in a wide range of multi-sport activities in a supportive and encouraging environment, helping them to discover activities they enjoy while developing new skills and social connections.
The initiative reflects the core Her Moves principles of empowering young women, fostering positive experiences of sport, and promoting lifelong participation in physical activity.
For the DkIT students involved, the project provided valuable hands-on experience in planning and delivering inclusive programmes, while acting as positive role models for younger participants.
The collaboration highlights the strength of partnerships between education providers and local organisations in creating meaningful opportunities that benefit both current students and the wider school community.
St. Vincent's School PE teachers Elizabeth McNulty and Cadhla Hodgers expressed their gratitude to the programme Co-ordinators and the students from DkIT who worked with their classes across a range of sports and skills.
"This was a great experience for our students, working with third level students, engaging in sport in a fun, energetic environment. We would like to thank all the students involved who brought great enthusiasm to the classes."