GAA Go Games are modified and small-sided versions of Gaelic games for children up to, and including, 11 years of age. They are organised on a blitz basis, on an internal (i.e. single school) or external (i.e. multiple school) basis. The key underpinning principle is that every child gets a “Go” for the entire “Game”.
Go Games Online Workshop
We have developed an online Go Games workshop to help coaches, parents and all volunteers to understand the principles behind Go Games and how they should be run. To access the online module click the image below or this link - Go Games Online Workshop (you will need to register an account to enrol on the course - for information on how to do this go to the About GAA Learning section)
For recommended GAA Go Games rules click playing rules - Gaelic football and hurling / camogie
The following are the key underpinning principles of Go Games:
- All participants play in the full game
- Participant needs are catered for, where possible, on the basis of two year age cohorts i e U 7, U 9 & U 11 in a manner consistent with the ethos of Go Games
- Activities are structured in a manner which optimises the level of fun, friendship, fair play and achievement derived by participants
- Participants train and play in a safe, supportive and stimulating environment where they are encouraged to risk error, to learn and to derive maximum enjoyment from their involvement
- Players master the basic skills of Hurling and Gaelic Football and experience the sense of accomplishment which derives from acquiring playing proficiency on the left and right hand side of the body
- Everybody involved in Go Games, whether as players, parents/guardians, spectators, mentors, teachers, officials etc , should adhere to the key underpinning principles and give expression to the GAA ‘Give Respect, Get Respect’ initiative Go Games may be organised on a blitz basis.
GAA Activity Planner for Hurling, Football, Handball and Rounders
Plan your own sessions with the help of the new GAA Activity Planner.