Gaelic games & irish beats
Price from:
Group prices for 15+ participants
Experience features
| Length | 6 days / 5 nights |
|---|---|
| Highlights | Gaelic sports – Irish culture – Youth activities |
| Key information | • Curriculum links: Physical education, cultural studies, performing arts |
Personalized adventures
Gaelic games & irish beats brings the energy of Ireland to life through action and rhythm. From the pitch to the dance floor, young people will experience Irish traditions in motion. They’ll try their hand at Ireland’s national sports with local coaches, explore music and movement through céilí dance, and dive into the spirit of teamwork, storytelling, and fun. Based on the beach in Bettystown, with trips into Dublin and Drogheda, this is a high-energy cultural journey designed to be both memorable and meaningful.
Great places to visit
- Bettystown Beach – for team games, sports & relays
- Local GAA Club (Drogheda or Meath) – to try hurling, Gaelic football, handball
- Dublin City – day trip to explore, plus visit to Croke Park or GAA Museum
- ELI Beach Hotel – home base for storytelling, music nights, and bonding activities
6-Day / 5-Night sample itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival & icebreakers
- Arrive at ELI Beach Hotel
- Welcome games & orientation
- Team name creation challenge
- Evening: Irish sports quiz night
Day 2 – Gaelic games experience
- Half-day gaelic games training: Hurling, Gaelic Football & Handball
- Lunch on-site
- Afternoon beach relay races & mini matches
- Evening: Irish storytelling & music night
Day 3 – Irish music & dance day
- Morning: Irish drumming workshop (bodhrán & rhythm games)
- Afternoon: Irish dance session with live musicians
- Group rehearsal for mini céilí
- Evening: Céilí dance night and performance with prizes
Day 4 – Dublin Day: Culture & sport
- Full-day excursion to Dublin City
- Visit Croke Park Stadium Tour or GAA Museum
- Free time for shopping/photo scavenger hunt
- Return to hotel
- Evening: Movie night + chill & chat in English
Day 5 – Team tournament & farewell fun
- Morning: Beach team sports challenge
- Afternoon: Rehearse and perform group “farewell chant”
- Evening: Final ceremony, team awards, group karaoke & party
Day 6 – Departure
- Breakfast
- Group reflection & goodbyes
- Departure from ELI Beach Hotel
What’s included
- Up to 7 nights accommodation at ELI Beach Hotel, Bettystown
- 3 meals per day (breakfast, packed lunch, dinner)
- All transport for activities and airport transfers
- Full Gaelic Games training session with GAA coaches
- Irish music & dance workshops with live performers
- Entrance to Croke Park Stadium or GAA Museum
- Evening entertainment: quiz night, storytelling, dance party
- Group leaders and facilitators throughout
- Sports equipment, workshop materials, prizes
- Certificate of Participation + group photos
Transport & guide
Seamless travel with private vehicle & driver
Enjoy comfortable transfers throughout your journey in a private transport. Discover hidden spots and cultural insights while traveling at your own pace.
Accommodation
Relax in our Beach Hotel – meals included
Stay steps away from the ocean in a selected beachfront hotel. Enjoy the comfort of a half-board experience, including daily breakfast and dinner, so you can unwind and savor every moment.
Self-Explore Adventure
Nature tours, hidden gems
Add extra days to your program and discover Ireland at your own pace with our self-guided tours — from Dublin’s culture and cafés to Belfast day trips or scenic walks like the Boyne Valley Camino.
