Vision Sports Awareness Training is designed to educate coaches, volunteers and teachers on Vision Impairment and how small adaptations to sport and physical activity sessions can make a huge difference to the experience of the participant with a vision impairment.

Attendees will learn about the various types of Vision Impairment, basic techniques of sighted guide training and the importance of description and colour contrast when delivering a session.

Examples will be presented of various Blind and Vision Impaired sports and adapted equipment available. Attendees will also be informed of the various programmes available through Vision Sports Ireland. Vision Sports Awareness Training has been endorsed by Sport Ireland Coaching.

This course is suitable for ages 16+

Individual fee: €20 (public course)

2026 Vision Sports Awareness Training Dates:

Athletics Ireland Thursday September 24th 7pm

Tuesday October 20th 7pm

Tuesday December 8th 7pm

Private Courses

Vision Sports Ireland is proud to offer tailored private training sessions for organisations looking to enhance their understanding and delivery of inclusive sport for people who are blind or vision impaired.

This course is suitable for individuals aged 16 and over, from a variety of groups including National Governing Bodies (NGBs), Local Sports Partnerships (LSPs), Teachers and school staff, clubs, and community organisations.

Each session is delivered by an experienced Vision Sports Ireland tutor and provides participants with the knowledge and practical tools to make sport and physical activity more accessible and inclusive.

Course Details:

• Duration: 2-hour session
• Delivery: Online or In Person
• Group Size: Minimum of 6 and maximum of 20 participants

Booking Options & Fees:

• Online Course: €500
• In Person – Dublin Venue: €1000
• In Person – Outside Dublin: €1200

Let us help you build a more inclusive sporting environment within your organisation for members who are blind and vision impaired.

To book your private course or for any queries, please contact Sean Poland, Education, Training and Participation Coordinator at
sean.poland@visionsports.ie