Posts Tagged ‘Activities’

Horse & Pony Trekking

The Eclipse Centre offers off-road trekking as our specialty so you can really relax into your trek on our own trails beautifully situated against the stunning backdrop of the Macgillycuddy’s Reeks.

With trails suited to beginners through to experienced riders you have the opportunity to ride through moorlandmeadowforeststreamsand rivers, with plenty of opportunity for cantering and galloping.

Hats are provided.

AIRE - Association of Irish Riding Establishments Eclipse stables are approved by AIRE, the Association of Irish Riding Establishments.

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Packages for Schools & Clubs

2010 Activity Camp Schedule for Children & Teens

Places are limited. Book early to avoid disappointment. Call us on +353 64 6682965 today!

No more bored kids during the summer & easter holidays… Eclipse Ireland beams with happy faces at our Activity Camps for Kids & Teens. Fantastic fun filled week with activities every day!

Activities include:

  • Raft Building
  • Archery
  • Team Challenge Courses
  • Beginners & Intermediate Horse Riding Lessons
  • Gymkhana games
  • Pony Fancy Dress – prizes for the best dressed pony
  • Trekking
  • Treasure Hunts
  • Orienteering
  • Fishing
  • 2010 Pony & Activity Camp Dates & Prices

    Camps run from 10 am until 4 pm and lunch is provided. We offer a 10% discount for brothers/sisters from the same family. Call us on +353 64 6682965 to make your booking today!

    Dates Description Price (EUR) AIRE logo
    Eclipse stables are approved by AIRE, the Association of Irish Riding Establishments.
    Easter Camps for the Mid-Term Break
    5 April – 9 April Residential 5 Day 490.00
    Non-Residential 5 Day 250.00
    Non-Residential 1 Day 55.00
    Summer Camps for the School Holidays
    19 July – 23 July Non-Residential 5 Day 250.00
    Non-Residential 1 Day 55.00
    2 Aug – 6 Aug Non-Residential 5 Day 250.00
    Non-Residential 1 Day 55.00
    16 Aug – 20 Aug Non-Residential 5 Day 250.00
    Non-Residential 1 Day 55.00

    * Minimum age 7. Children under 7 are allowed, but may require parental attendance and support.

    * Children will be divided into groups based on skill and age on registration.

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    Archery Lessons

    Archery Lessons in Kenmare
    Practice makes perfect. Try your hand at the ancient skill of archery.

    Our instructors will guide complete beginners and improvers to steady your aim!

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    Orienteering

    Orienteering in Ireland
    Orienteering is the skill of navigating in wild or open country by the use of map and compass and often described as” walking while playing chess.” It is easy to learn and the challenges it provides are ideal of team building.  Courses are custom designed to suit the abilities of the groups and often enhanced to incorporate lake and river crossings.

    Kayaking Lessons

    You can take part in tranquil inshore bay and lake kayaking with the only noise the sound of your paddle breaking the water, or there’s river and white water kayaking for the more adventurous. The centre is close to some of the most scenic coastal paddling in Kerry. Kingfishers, otters, dolphins and seals are just a small sample of the wildlife we frequently encounter.

    Adventure Training

    Level 1 Kayak Skills

    The level 1 proficiency is an ICU (Irish Canoe Union) qualification. These courses are suitable for beginners and those with limited experience. They consist of 2 full days. Sessions run from 10:00am – 4:00 pm each day. Assessment for the ICU Level 1 Kayak Skills Award is included on the course.

    Level 2 Kayak Skills

    The courses are of introductory level and operate under the guidance of qualified Irish Canoe Union Instructors. Assessment for the ICU Level 2 Kayak Skills Award is included at the end of each course.

    For people with some kayaking experience it is possible to progress directly to the level 2 award. The skills and strokes learned in this programme are a progression from level 1.

    Costs Per Person:

    Without accommodation                              €155

    With accommodation                                     €245

    including, 2 x continental breakfast, 2 x packed lunch and 1 x three-course evening meal.
    Accommodation prices are based on 2/3 sharing.  Single room supplement of €70.

    Accommodation is in our two and three bedroom luxury holiday homes.

    Book your place today by contacting us on +353 (0)64 6682965.

    Hill Walking & Hiking on the Ring of Kerry

    Heritage walks : There is a wealth of heritage in this area that is rich in history and Irish folk tales. Learn about how this beautiful landscape was formed and the influences that have shaped the population here as well as seeing a wealth of flora and fauna.

    Hill walking: A to C Categories including:- CarrauntoohilPeakeento Windy Gap, Cummeengeera circuit (Beara peninsula), Killaha-Mucksna, Gleninchaquin, Cloonee circuit and many grade ‘c’ category walks that explore the many sites of antiquity and local heritage.

    Mountain Bike Rental on the Ring of Kerry

    We have an excellent range of hybrid bikes and mountain bikes for you to use on our own rough tracks or on a self-led cycling tour in the area. Bicycles can be hired by the half day, day or week. Equipment is provided and we also provide a unique break-down service.

    Rough track cycling safari: Use our hybrid bicycles on our challenging rough track trails.

    Self-led tours: We provide the map and the bike and a packed lunch if required and you supply the leg power. Stunning mountain and coastal scenery and the chance to see abundant wildlife including the chance of seeing the newly reintroduced white-tailed eagle.

    General hire: If you have a longer tour in mind you can hire our bicycles for the week or by the weekend.

    Unique Rescue Service: to ensure a carefree cycling holiday we offer a pick-up and rescue service.

    The Eclipse Centre offers cycling to suit all the family.

    Swimming

    Rock Climbing in County Kerry

    Rock faces in the Gap of Dunloe (part of the McGillicuddy’s Reeks) provide the venue for climbers with a variety of challenges from beginners to advanced.