Our Community
Our centre is home to a rich and diverse network of local organisations — from sports clubs and youth groups to schools and cultural societies.
The local GAA club, representing Claregalway in Galway county competitions across football, hurling, and handball. The club is a cornerstone of the parish and a major user of the centre and its handball alley.
Visit claregalwaygaa.netClaregalway's handball teams compete at county and national level, making excellent use of the purpose-built handball alley which opened at the centre in 2018.
Visit claregalwaygaa.netOne of the centre's long-standing sports clubs, using the main hall for regular club nights and competitions.
Visit on FacebookA thriving basketball club running training sessions and competitive teams for all ages on the centre's full-size court.
Visit on FacebookClaregalway's athletics club, affiliated with Athletics Ireland, offering training and competition for all ages and abilities.
Visit on FacebookThe 12th Galway Scout Group based at the centre, providing young people with adventure, skills, and community service opportunities.
Visit on FacebookForóige is Ireland's leading youth organisation. The Claregalway group meets at the centre, providing a safe and positive space for young people aged 10–18.
Visit on FacebookThe Community Employment Scheme supporting participants in developing skills, confidence, and pathways to employment within the local community. The scheme holds an office at the centre.
Visit on FacebookThe Youth Hub provides a welcoming, safe space and range of services for young people in the Claregalway area, operating from the community centre.
Visit on FacebookAn Irish-medium preschool based in the centre's second building, offering a nurturing environment where children begin their learning journey through the Irish language.
Visit on FacebookThe local primary school regularly uses the centre for PE, drama, and community events, reinforcing the close ties between the school and the parish.
Visit claregalwayns.ieThe local secondary school maintaining a strong community connection with the centre for activities, events, and sport.
Visit colaistebhailechlair.comA multi-denominational primary school serving Claregalway, committed to an equality-based education for all children.
Visit claregalwayet.ieClaregalway's drama society, which stages an annual drama festival and productions in the main hall. A vibrant part of the parish's cultural life since many years.
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