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Try Sport and Nutrition

Date : Fri 06 Nov

Time : 09:00 - 16:00

Booking opening soon.

Cost : €20

SETU Arena, Waterford

Discover your future in Sport, Coaching, Nutrition and Management

Are you passionate about sport, fitness, and health? Do you want to know what it’s really like to study Sport and Exercise Science, Sports Coaching, Nutrition, or Sports Management at university level?

Try Sport and Nutrition is your chance to step inside the world of SETU’s Department of Sport & Exercise Science for a day of exciting, hands-on workshops. Designed for fifth and sixth year students, FE students, and mature learners, this immersive experience will let you test-drive our courses before making your CAO choice.

You’ll train, learn, and explore in our state-of-the-art labs and facilities, and meet the experts who teach and inspire the next generation of sport professionals.

What’s in store?

  • Sports psychology of elite performers: Explore how coaches use sport psychology to enhance their sessions.
  • Practical sports science and biomechanics session: Dive deep into the science behind sports and understand the mechanics of human movement.
  • Game design in coaching: Design and adapt games to suit the ability of your players and maintain a level of challenge throughout.
  • Interactive sport management session: Grasp the nuances of sports management, events, and administration.
  • Exploring the impact of nutrition on sport: Understand nutrition's integral role in enhancing athletic performance.

Event details

  • Who can attend: Fifth and sixth year, FE, and mature students (parents welcome for the afternoon information session).
  • What’s included: Lunch, refreshments, and a full day of interactive workshops
  • What to wear: Comfortable sportswear.

Spaces are limited, booking is required. Booking opening in September 2026.

Take a look at last year's event video below

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