HOW TO BECOME
A MEMBER
Clontarf Rugby Club welcomes players at all levels, and currently field five senior men’s teams, a women’s team, as well as an Under 20’s side.
The Club also develops young players both boys and girls, with teams from under 6 to under 12 years (mini rugby) and under 13 to under 18 years (youth rugby). All mini and youth training and games take place on Sunday mornings from September through to April.
All playing members (Mini, Youth & Adult) along with those applying for Family Memberships are required to register and/or renew on the IRFU system by using the link below.
PLAYER AND FAMILY REGISTRATION
For people wishing to join the Club as non-playing (Pavilion or Country Memberships, please use the link below
SUSCRIBE TO NON-PLAYING MEMBERSHIP
| SUBSCRIPTION FEES 2025/2026 | |
|---|---|
| Adult Membership | |
| Pavilion Member | €250 + €60* |
| Playing Member | €250 + €60* |
| Over 65 | €120 + €60* |
| Country | €120 + €60* |
| Student | €120 |
| U20 | €120 |
| Family Membership | |
| 1 Adult + 1 Child | €400 per annum + 60* |
| 1 Adult + 2 Children | €470 per annum + 60* |
| 1 Adult + 3 Children | €520 per annum + 60* |
| Youth/Mini Membership | |
| 1 Child | €190 per annum |
| 2 Children | €275 per annum |
| 3 Children | €340 per annum |
| *Mandatory levy €50 bar/shop card + €10 IRFU draw ticket |
Clontarf Rugby retains insurance cover for players under the IRFU Player Insurance Scheme.
This scheme covers Club players for catastrophic injury only e.g. loss of limb, permanent disablement etc. The policy does not cover loss of earnings, medical expenses, accident and emergency visits or dental repair.
It is therefore critical that all players or parents/guardians of players investigate their insurance options. The Club recommends that players are covered by medical insurance from a recognised private medical insurer.
Rugby is a contact sport and regrettably injuries can occur. Clontarf F.C. is committed to providing a positive Rugby environment for all its members. This does not however extend to financial support for medical bills.
The compulsory IRFU Player Insurance Scheme costs the Club approximately €2,300 per senior team per annum. That is €115.00 per player in a match day squad of 20 players.
The playing subscription for Mini/Youth players is €150 per annum.
Unpaid playing subscriptions are not just a meaningless financial shortfall but are a significant annual expense.
Additional Top Up cover is available through the IRFU’s broker.
The AON insurance policy number is 2666400 or you contact your own broker / insurance company for details of additional cover.
CLUB Personnel
2024-2025
Management Committee:
Jonathan Stafford, Eoin Daly, Alan Foley, Stephen Byrne, Sam O'Byrne, Shane Coghlan, Brendan Smith
Some of What We Offer
International Tickets
CLUB HOUSE & 4G PITCH
CLUB HOUSE & 4G PITCH
The Club enjoys a state of the art, 4G all weather pitch located behind our clubhouse. Not only do our senior and junior teams use it as a training ground, but the mini rugby programme is hosted here on Sunday mornings.
This pitch is one of the first in Ireland, so is used by schools and sports clubs throughout the year.
In order to keep the 4G pitch in top condition, we ask all members to adhere to the pitch rules to avoid damaging the synthetic grass:
- All footwear must be clean
- No steel studs
- No blades
- No food
- Only players, team coaches and managers are allowed on the pitch. Spectators must remain outside
- No liquids except uisce/water
COFFEE DOCK
CLUB BAR
CLUB BAR
Our Clubhouse has two bars; the main bar is the perfect place to watch any major sporting event, with numerous HD TVs to provide an immersive experience.
We also have a second bar located upstairs in our Clubhouse and can host functions of up to 100 people, with access to our balcony overlooking our pitches. The balcony also has outdoor seating, and is the ideal venue for a summer evening BBQ.
VENUE HIRE
VENUE HIRE
Clontarf Rugby Club is the ideal venue if you are planning a birthday celebration or family gathering and your membership entitles you to discounted rates on venue hire.
Our club bars and function hall are all available to hire for Parties, Christenings, Social Events, Meetings, Corporate & Team Building Days.
Our club personnel have hosted numerous events from charity balls to surprise birthday parties, and can help plan your event from catering, decoration to musical entertainment.
For further information on any of these membership perks, please contact Damaris in the club office on 01-833 6214 or office@clontarfrugby.com.
President's Message
As President, I would like to give a warm welcome for the return to rugby to all our members, supporters, visiting teams and match day officials who make the journey to Castle Avenue this season.
It is a fantastic honour for me to be elected as President of Clontarf FC for the 2024/2025 season and am so looking forward to representing our Club in the coming season. Clontarf has, and will always have, an incredibly special place in my heart as it is where I have met lifelong friends. No matter whether we won or lost, it was our Club that kept us together and created a sense of family.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank and congratulate all our players, coaches, management, and parents of all our fielded teams. Our success over the last 10/15 years on and off the pitch can be attributed to our management team and supporting committees, our new Gym and recently re-furbished upstairs Lounge is testament to their dedication.
For the coming year, I would like to wish our Club Captain Dylan Donnellan, our Women’s Captain Emma Burns and their teams a success in the coming season. Equally I would like to wish all our players, guardians, volunteers, coaches, and management of all our teams a successful and enjoyable season.
A special word of thanks to all our generous sponsors for their continued support, which is very much appreciated. I would be obliged if all our members can support them whenever and wherever possible. Without our sponsors we would be in an exceedingly difficult situation.
To all our volunteers, our Club could not function without your help. We are fortunate to have a group of dedicated members who give up their time to ensure the smooth running of the club.
I look forward to welcoming you, your family, our many friends and guests to Castle Avenue and I hope you all have a competitive, injury free season.
Conor O’Mahony
Club President 2024/25
IRFU PRESIDENT’S
MESSAGE
It gives me great pleasure to write to you for the first time in the capacity of President of the Irish Rugby Football Union for the upcoming season, 2025/26.
Following on from the hugely successful celebratory 150th year, I hope our 151st season will be equally memorable. I am greatly looking forward to representing Irish Rugby at home and abroad over the coming 12 months. I would like to extend my sincere thanks and best wishes to the outgoing President, Declan Madden, who had a great year.
Our 150th year certainly did not disappoint. It was a season filled with many memorable moments, both on and off the field. None of this would have been possible without the tireless dedication of volunteers across every Club and school in the country. To all who give their time and energy to our game, please accept my heartfelt thanks. The role that these volunteers play at every level in Ireland is unique. The strength of the direct link they provide from the clubs through the provinces and to national level is what sets us apart from other countries and must be maintained.
I am pleased to see that the strategy for Rugby in Ireland, published last year, continues to guide the Union’s priorities. A recent review of the All-Ireland League has helped ensure that our flagship amateur competition remains vibrant and competitive.
Accelerating the growth of the Women’s game remains one of our central strategic objectives. The season is now beginning with the Women’s World Cup in England which is generating great excitement. We have a very talented and well prepared team and we all wish them every success in this adventure.
We are also indebted to the wide family of Irish Rugby sponsors whose continued commitment enables us to support Clubs, competitions, and representative teams. Their backing ensures that Irish Rugby remains strong at grassroots level while competing proudly on the world stage.
A new season always brings new challenges, new opportunities, and renewed energy. I am greatly looking forward to visiting Clubs and engaging with players, volunteers, and supporters across the country in the year ahead.
As we embark on this season together, I would encourage all involved in the game to uphold the Spirit of Rugby values– Respect, Integrity, Inclusivity, Excellence & Fun. This respect must be for teammates, opponents, coaches, match officials, and all who make our sport possible. By living these values, both on and off the pitch, we ensure that rugby remains a game for all
With every good wish for a rewarding and enjoyable season,
Yours sincerely,
Dr John O’Driscoll
President