15/06/2026
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Getting active doesn’t have to mean big changes even a short walk, a stretch, or a bit of time outdoors can make a real difference to how you feel. This week, take one small step for your mental and physical wellbeing.
🚨 Happening across Laois this week as part of Men’s Health Week 🚨
Wednesday 17th June
🏃♂️ 7.30pm | St. Abban’s AC, R93 WA24
Fit4Life Summer League – Stage 4 (4km League – Race 4) https://www.popupraces.ie/race/st-abbans-fit-4-life-4km-league-2026-race-4/
🔧 10am | Men’s Shed, Mountmellick
Drop-in – showcasing ongoing projects
Thursday 18th June
🏋️ 7.30am | SEVA Strength, Portlaoise
Couch to Barbell Programme (4-week)
👉 Find out more https://www.laoissports.ie/events/
🥋 8pm – 9pm | SEVA Strength, Portlaoise
Men’s Health TRYKA Taster Session
👉 Learn more https://www.laoissports.ie/events/
🔧 12pm | Men’s Shed, Portarlington (Old Fire Station)
Drop-in – showcasing ongoing projects
🔧 8pm | Men’s Shed, Abbeyleix
Drop-in – showcasing ongoing projects
Friday 19th June
☕ 10am – 12pm | Mens Shed, Compass Community Hub, Connect Laois, New Road, Portlaoise, R32VY22.
👨⚕️11:30am–12:30pm HSE Webinar Men's Health 5757bb6c-a141-4d84-8926-b27e6a453c1e@5f67d4cc-5c90-402d-9d6f-aaf23a4a5c81" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/5757bb6c-a141-4d84-8926-b27e6a453c1e@5f67d4cc-5c90-402d-9d6f-aaf23a4a5c81
🚶 Laois Walks Festival begins (19th–28th June)
👉 View event details https://www.eventbrite.ie/o/110609185121
Saturday 20th June
🚴 11am – 1pm | Portarlington People’s Park
• “Men on the Move” cycle
• Introduction to Meggers (Horseshoe Pitching)
• Volleyball (beginner friendly)
• Strongbow Archers – Show & Tell
• Fly Fishing Demo (Portarlington Angling Club)
💧 11am – 1pm | Ballinakill Outdoor Pool
Lads, Dads & Grandads Aqua Fit + Healthy Dip (beginners welcome)
🏃 9.30am | Vicarstown
Parkrun