By Ciaran Deely

*the contents included in this blog post contributed to an article that first was published in the Irish Independent on Sunday 30th July 2023

1). Describe in your professional opinion what you see in this pic and what do you like about it?

When I look at this picture of David...

By Mark Deely

This 18-month course is regarded as the industry standard for specialist Strength and Conditioning coaches. The Certificate in Strength and Conditioning is a QQI Level 6 (60 credit) qualification. Each of the six modules provides a comprehensive overview of key areas and topics...

By Mark Deely

Last Autumn I began studying Strength & Conditioning at Setanta College. I have had a lifetime of involvement in sport, both as a participant and as a coach. In my day job I teach Sports, Outdoor Education and Health Related Fitness as part of a range of QQI courses.

As part of...

by Caoimhe Morris, Head of Education. 

Following on from last weeks’ overview of menstruation, we’re going to dive into it in a bit more detail and outline some advice & steps that coaches can take to help their female athletes. We’ll also link some resources for you to...

By Ciaran Deely

A shortened version of this article first appeared in the Irish Examiner Newspaper on Friday 13.09.2019

You hear a lot in the media and from opposition managers that Dublin are so well conditioned that it makes it hard to even compete with them. QPR FC Sport Scientist Ciaran Deely...

By Aidan McCarron – MSc Sports Performance

During a chat with my good friend and mentor Ryan Whitley (one of the leading Strength and Power coaches operating in professional sports) of the Brisbane Broncos who was on a visit home to Ireland late 2018, I decided I wanted to finish my...