About Arthritis Ireland
A better world for people living with arthritis today and a world without arthritis tomorrow.
Every day, we help people overcome the many adverse effects that arthritis has on their lives by providing the support, information & education needed to better understand & manage the disease. Our programmes & services include: the fully accredited national helpline 0818 252 846, award winning Arthritis Self-Management Course- “Living Well with Arthritis” -which gives people the practical skills required to reduce the effects of arthritis on their lives; nationwide Arthritis Information events which provide information on all aspects of living with arthritis; and our Information booklets available free of charge by post and on our website www.arthritisireland.ie
What's Involved
Help those who dreamed of being a triathlete but reckoned they would never be able to do it. Event marshalls are required for a Micro Triathlon which will take place on the iconic Trinity College Dublin campus right in the heart of the city on Sunday 18th August to fundraise for Arthritis Ireland!
Your Role as Event Marshall
You will be helping with registration and sign posting at different points in the race. You will be observing the safety of the participants and providing security for the participants' belongings.
Time Commitment: 11am - 5pm on Sunday 18th August.
About The Micro Triathlon Event
The idea is that everyone can take part, exercise, raise funds locally, raise awareness and have fun. This is not a race or competition. Anyone can be a triathlete!
How it will work?
The Micro-Triathlon will be in 3 stages and the 3 stages will run in a relay.
1. Walk 3km around the cricket pitch and the rugby field. This is a 1k route so the walk will be 3 laps of this route.
2. Cycle 3km which will take place on stationary bikes in the gym.
3. Swim 9 lengths (with pause between swims!) of a pool or do a 30 minute Aqua Aerobics class
Who can take part?
Anyone! This event is for people with arthritis, supporters, family, friends, colleagues and anyone in your community who ever dreamed of being a triathlete but reckoned they would never be able to do it. There is no age limit on participating. Participants can choose to do all 3 stages or gather a team of 3 with each person taking on a stage.
What's required for this position
Friendly, reliable, good common sense and use of own initiative. Willingness to get stuck in and have fun. No fear of outdoor weather.
- Event management/ Fundraising
- Personable Skills
Level of English required for this role:
Intermediate English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: Once Off
Hours required: 5hrs Once off
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2
Lincoln Gate entrance on Nassau Street, starting at the Pavilion Bar on the cricket pitch and finishing at the campus Sports centre near Pearse Street station.
Screening details for this role:
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Initial induction and training
- Insurance cover
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
Yes
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
You will have fun, get fresh air, meet new people, help people benefit who are suffering with Arthritis. We will have refreshments afterwards and all volunteers will get a T-shirt and goodie bag.
Getting there
View on Google Maps
So many buses go to the city centre and the Luas also. Just to note that the event is taking place at the back of the campus 5-10 min walk from the front entrance.
