At Sandymount Community Centre, we believe that community grows through everyday moments: sharing a cup of tea, learning something new, being creative, getting active, or simply meeting someone who lives nearby. Our outreach programmes bring people together in a welcoming, inclusive space where everyone can feel connected and involved.
We welcome people of all ages, cultures, abilities and backgrounds from across Dublin 4, including Sandymount, Ballsbridge, Ringsend and Irishtown. Whether you would like to join an activity, meet new people, develop a skill or volunteer, there is a place for you at SCC.
Our arts and culture programmes make creative experiences accessible within the local community. They offer opportunities to enjoy live performance, develop creative skills and support local and emerging artists.
Activities include:
Adult Print Club — first Tuesday of every month
Adult Drawing Class — every Friday, 2.00pm–4.00pm
Our programmes for older adults offer relaxed, welcoming ways to meet people, stay active, learn new skills and enjoy time in the community. Whether you are looking for conversation, gentle exercise, digital support, music or a reason to get out and about, you are very welcome to join us.
Activities include:
Home From Home — weekly coffee morning; every Thursday, 10.00am–12.00pm
Sing Anyway — informal singing and social group; first and third Friday of every month, 9.30am–11.30am
Let’s Walk and Talk — weekly social walks on Tuesdays, 10.00am–12.00pm, plus a monthly walk on the first Wednesday
Digital Drop-In — practical support with phones, tablets and computers; second Monday of every month, 11.30am–1.30pm
Chair Exercise — every Wednesday, 12.00pm–1.00pm
Pilates with Joan — every Wednesday, 12.00pm–1.00pm
Positive Ageing Week — events, talks and activities held in early October
Becoming a parent can be joyful, busy and sometimes isolating. This section offers a friendly space for parents, babies and young children to meet other local families, take part in gentle activities and build connections within the community.
Activities include:
Parent & Baby Yoga — subsidised sessions for parents and babies
Our youth programmes provide positive, creative and supportive opportunities for young people to connect with others, develop confidence and become involved in community life. We are continuing to develop this area in partnership with young people, schools and local organisations.
Activities include:
Teen Takeover — part of the Sandymount Culture Programme; first Friday of every month
Sandymount Youth Arts Collective — a developing creative mentoring programme
Kids & Teens Art Club — art classes delivered with local partners
This section brings local people together around practical climate action, sustainability and care for our shared environment. It is for anyone who would like to learn, take part or help create a more sustainable community.
Activities include:
SAMSEC Committee — Sandymount and Merrion Sustainable Energy Community
Community Garden — open access gardening, workshops and produce-sharing opportunities
Our outreach work is strengthened by the organisations that collaborate with us to create welcoming, accessible opportunities for people across our community.
We are grateful for the support and partnership of:
Dublin South City Partnership
SAMRA
STTCA
Together, we help people connect, learn, take part in community life and access meaningful local support.
If you’re new to the area and not sure where to start, get in touch! We are happy to help you find ways to get involved with SCC as a participant, volunteer or just to drop-in. Our centre is open to people of all cultures, ages, abilities and backgrounds.
We can also help point you to the broader resources in our community.
