About this Event
Join Us for a Coaching CPD Event with Des Ryan
Director of Sport & Physical Wellbeing, University of Galway
We invite parents, coaches, and administrators to attend an open Coach Development event that will benefit all sports within the University of Galway's catchment area.
About Des Ryan:
Des Ryan is the Director of Sport & Physical Wellbeing at the University of Galway, leading the strategic management of sports programs and facilities. With a wealth of experience in sports management and performance coaching, Des has held prestigious roles such as Director of Coaching & Athletic Development at Setanta College and Head of Sport Medicine & Athletic Development at Arsenal FC Academy, where he redefined player development over his 9-year tenure. He also served as Head of S&C at Connacht Rugby and Fitness Education Manager for the IRFU, spending over 13 years advancing coach and player development.
A highly regarded speaker, Des has presented at leading conferences, including UKSCA, ASCA, and NSCA, and consulted for World Rugby, Brentford FC Academy, and the National Cricket Academy in India. Des holds a Master’s in Strength and Conditioning, UKSCA accreditation, and High-Performance Sports Accreditation from BASES, and he is a chartered scientist.
This event embodies the University of Galway's value of Openness. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a leader in the field!
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
University of Galway, AMB-1023 Mairtin O'Tnuthail Theatre, University Road, Galway, Ireland
EUR 10.00
