Where is ULAC? – What is ULAC? - Why come to ULAC? – Facilities – Our Team


Where is ULAC?
ULAC is located only two miles from the picturesque town of Killaloe in East Clare. It is situated on the sheltered shores of Lough Derg where we have access to one of Irelands cleanest and friendliest inland waterways. Rising from the lake the wooded hillsides of Crag Hill provide a perfect environment for many of our land-based activities.

What is ULAC?
ULAC is owned and run by the University of Limerick Sports Department. As well as providing an excellent facility for the staff and students in UL we also cater all year round for the general public.

Why come to ULAC?
ULAC offers a perfect location for all your outdoor needs. All our activities are in close proximity so no long bus journeys from the centre to the activities, you can get straight from the water into a hot shower. Each year we invest in new modern equipment; to complement this up to date equipment we employ very experienced and qualified staff who are experts in their fields and use safe, modern and exciting teaching and instructing methods. All of this of course offered at very competitive rates, but to truly understand our dedication to excellence you have got to come visit us!

Facilities
The centres lakeside location provides us with easy access to the water and our purpose built piers and slipways provide a modern and safe environment for all our water based activities. The centre itself has heated changing facilities and hot showers for ladies and gents as well as the luxury of a sauna. We also have a kitchen where hot drinks and refreshments can be prepared and a small indoor dining area. For the more pleasant summer weather we have a barbeque/picnic area on site, which includes a large marquee and gazebo in case of showers. We also have a lecture room complete with up to date audiovisual lecturing facilities. All of our facilities and many of our activities are also wheelchair friendly.

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Our Team
Our friendly, enthusiastic staff are highly qualified and trained to help you through both the physical and mental demands of the outdoors. Their experience has been built over the years of training and working in the outdoors all over the globe. Many of our staff have attended recognised college courses in Dublin, Kinsale, Tralee and Castlebar where they have learned about the outdoors. Let their wide variety of knowledge and expertise be your guide through a safe & enjoyable outdoor experience.

		Ger Cunningham – Centre Manager Ger has worked for the University Sports Dept for over 10 years. With a strong background in coaching and team management Ger has achieved great success both on and off the pitch. All staff at ULAC agree Ger is a fantastic Manager, people person and ambassador both for the Centre and for the University Sports Department. Currently studying part time for his Bachelor of Science Degree in Health and Leisure we wonder how he has time to fit this and everything else in.
		Mike Jones - Operations Manager Mike has both the hard and soft skills required for work in the outdoor industry. With a Bachelor of Arts in Outdoor Education from GMIT Castlebar, he is also highly qualified in most of the adventure sports. He is currently working on becoming a National Coaching and Training Centre Tutor for the Irish Canoe Union. Mike has a strong background in winter mountaineering, has sailed in Croatia and of course kayaked around Europe and Nepal. With a self confessed addiction to Kayaking, when not in work you’ll find him kayaking on the Curraghgower wave strutting his stuff or hurling himself down the infamous Clare Glens river.
		Andree Walkin - Marketing Executive/Corporate Client Services Andree has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Outdoor Education from GMIT Castlebar. She started out at ULAC as an instructor with special interest in corporate training and facilitation. With a variety of experience both in the University Arena and the Activity Centre she now works solely behind the scenes and has successfully organised many large scale corporate events. An avid hill walker, cyclist and runner and a keen outdoor sport enthusiast, she has also been know to dabble in adventure racing and triathlons.
		Kaye Morrissey – Bookings Manager Now with ULAC for 4 years Kaye has a firm handle on all bookings that come through the Centre. Hailing from Co. Cork, the home of Hurling, she has a keen interest in the sport and follows her club side Newtownshandrum religiously. With a background in the hotel and restaurant trade Kaye is a fantastic asset to any organisation and puts time and effort into her work at ULAC. Kaye is a lover of the Irish language and wears her gold fáinne with pride. One thing is for sure you’ll never see her without a smile on her face or a twinkle in her eye.
		Mateusz Szlachta – Senior Instructor The newest addition to ULAC, Matt originally from Poland has a Degree in Tourism and Recreation from the University School of Physical Education in Poznan Poland. Matt moved to Ireland in 2002 to pursue a career in the outdoors. His specialist sports are Sailing, Powerboating and Windsurfing and he holds all the major qualifications in these. Matt enjoys an active lifestyle dabbling in almost every adventure sport and loyally follows Poland in the world of Sports. Since coming to ULAC Matt has integrated very well and we are delighted to have him on board.
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If you would like to become part of the ULAC Team check out the News section on this site for the latest on positions available.

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University of Limerick Activity Centre, Two-Mile Gate, Killaloe, Co. Clare, Ireland.
E-mail: info@ulac.ie Phone: 061 376622 View: Contact Us Information
GPS Location: Lat N52.840000 Long W 8.466000