A temporary installation - only here till Sept 2012…read more ARRRRGH me harties, come yea to the bouncy castles of Dundrum and bounce till you see your breakfast again. The cost is reasonably reasonable... 5Euro per child for 1 hours bouncing, jumping and sliding. The zorbing and boating involves an extra 3 euro a pop and a bit of queuing, junior thought it worthwhile. Parents go free but it is frowned upon if they actually use the facilities (there isn't a sign specifically saying "no short, fat, balding men allowed on the bouncy castle", but it is implied).

My companion here suggested that the Pirate Village should have an 'Adult Only' session after the…read morekids go home... bringing me to my only gripe with this place- that the grown-ups can't go on any of the cool stuff! Apart from that however, this is an unusual and entertaining way to amuse younger children for an hour or so. Conveniently located in Dundrum town centre, it costs €5 per child, with its adult(s) going free. A session is about an hour long. So, you enter into a 'pirate village' themed maze of bouncy castles, little slides, giant slides, boat-bumpers etc, etc... with staff members shouting, 'Arr me hearties!!...' The kids go demented. Now, if you could just lock them all in for an hour and come back afterwards... A point to note is that some of the things have a 5-10 minute queue and a few extra quid surcharge. We brought my three year old godson, who loved it, despite getting trampled on in the various bouncy castles by some bigger kids. He went on the smaller slide about 20 times, a boat ride (didn't want to get out of it!), and the giant slide, which he really enjoyed despite finding the 5 minute queue a little frustrating. Bribed by chocolate to get back into his buggy at the end, he then collapsed in an exhausted heap (could I jump up and down for an hour? Doubt it!) and we returned him to his mother, who'd had a coffee and stroll around the shops unencumbered by a hyper child. Then we went for a well-earned and much-needed pint round the corner.

I loved this place, its something different to do in Dublin. Its an indoor crazy golf located on…read morethe luas line in Dundrum town centre. Very affordable at 9 euro for the 18 hole course. Its well organized with lockers for your bags/jackets and a café at the front servicing drinks, snacks, hot food. The course is supposed to be easy as its built for children but I even found it hard as an adult, no golfing skills. Children would love it for a birthday party or to kill some time at the weekend. The décor is Azteca rainforest with lots of sound effects(rain, thunder and monkeys hanging from trees gave me a giggle even as an adult).

Nothing like some crazy golf! This is a great crazy golf play centre at Dundrum Town Centre and is…read moreone of them great fun activities that is great for both adults and children. Prices for a round with 18 holes was €9.00 per adult, €8 per kid (with family bundle prices available) and boom, hook up with this place on a Tuesday evening and it's 2 rounds for the price of 1. They have two trails ye can use, Mayan and Aztec so different features and layout but each had enough easy putts as well as the more challenging. There is loads of audio noises to replicate being in the jungle so this adds a little fun to it and they animations, monkeys in the trees, there was also a swinging monkey so there was little surprises along the route. Play is kitted out well, there is lockers available to dump the jackets, handbags, etc. however they work with a €1 coin deposit system so come prepped with a €1 coin or the friendly staff can help break a note for you. There is also a cafe onsite, so you can hangout pre/post game... Usual options of teas/coffee/soft drinks and some snacks. There is also a gift store which I am sure the kids just love and is possibly one of them things parents resent (Mam, Dad... I want, I want....) Really enjoyed my evening here and would love to come back with another group of friends or treat my nieces and nephews here some day.

I don't often give 5 stars, however on this occasion it is more than justified…read more The class was pitched really well, and the instructor Ann was on top of her game. She promotes gentle yoga, with a bit of fun thrown into the mix. All those who were there really enjoyed it. I would have no problem recommending a visit. Looking forward to my next class

From the owner: Yoga/pilates and Somatic Movement. Pregnancy yoga On Saturday morning and Womens' only pilates/yoga…read moreclass on Friday at 11:30am (this class is suitable also for post-natal ladies and babies are welcome up to crawling) Yoga/pilates and Somatic Movement class on Saturday morning at 9:00am in Wildgeese Martial Arts Centre, Magennis Place, Off Pearse St. Gentle yoga and pilates in Yoga Dublin Studio Rathfarnham Village (behind AIB)

Absolutely scandalous that the difference in price between a one year old who is walking compared…read moreto a one year old who isn't walking is 5 euro. It's 2 euro for a child who isn't walking, and seven euro for a child who is? Tell me how that makes any sense? On top of that, you are not allowed bring in any food or drink from outside, yet they charge close to 3 euro for a scone. There is no one monitoring the areas to ensure the children are age appropriate and so the one year old accompanying me was bombarded my big 3- 5 year olds in a space that said under 3 only. Not worth the money.

Nice kids soft play area in a good location, adjoining the Dundrum shopping centre. Reasonable €7…read morefor entry, during busy times you may be asked to stay only 90 mins but this has never happened to me. Plenty of variation on the the play side of it, and also there's only one way in & out so no risk your little ones will get lost.

Nice park with an enclosed dog park to allow off lead. It's an interesting walk through woodland…read moreand open areas and a coffee shop to recharge. The market was a disappointment with fewer stalls than expected and nowhere near as good as others in Temple Bar, Farmleigh and Dun Laoighre. Parking available but gets busy later in the morning so arrive around 10 in my view.

Marlay Park is a 121 hectares suburban public park located in Rathfarnham in Dún…read moreLaoghaire-Rathdown, Ireland. Lying about nine kilometres from Dublin city centre, the parkland comprises woodlands, ponds and walks.

I joined this gym as a last resort. A year ago I joined a gym and put on a stone. The PT once a…read moremonth to guide you with training. No follow up . Educogym I found on line. Three work outs per week intensive. And nutrition plan. It's the best thing I ever done. Neil the PT is exceptional he guided me through the beginners training. And on to group training which is brilliant. There is always a PT there to help you with training and nutrition guide etc. And it's not intimidating all sorts go young and old. I cancelled my charity walk to croach Patrick mayo because I was overweight. After 14 days of training and nutrition plan I lost 14lbs. I could not believe it when I got my scan. And lost 2 inches of my waist. I climbed croach patrick mayo on Sunday just gone in 5 hours. I would never have done this had I not joined this gym. And the excellent support from Neil and other PT and the encouraging emails and texts from educogym every day. This gym works. It's worth every penny you spend on it. Go for it. Paul m.

Educogym was recommended to me by a fellow student and I was intrigued by the apparent "Kick your…read moreass if you miss your training sessions" attitude, since that's exactly what I was looking for. I have to say that everybody in there was super friendly so far and they really make you feel welcome right away. You'll pay for a consultation session which will be refunded if you actually go for a contract. The guys really listened to what I wanted to achieve and are very motivating during our sessions. After a kick start period of two weeks they then changed the training plan to accommodate my personal goals. I lost half a stone in the first two weeks and am more than willing continue the program. Can definitely recommend this, if you 're willing to change your diet/lifestyle along with your fitness program.

Ah Glenalbyn, the pool where I learned my fantastic swimming skills, this pool looked huge and…read moremodern when I was young but now i realise its just a normal sized pool that was built back in the 80's. It does have great Aqua Aerobic classes though and its a good size for doing lengths, there are more modern pools around now though such as meadowbrook but i like the nostalgia of going back to the pool of my youth (I;d say its the pool of many locals youth too!)

Giving this peaceful and lengthy trail an outstanding review to place on the Dublin Yelp scene!…read more This paved trail goes for many kilometers along the river. Narrows to one person width at times but otherwise wide enough for two people side-by-side. Fantastic site for a long run or walk...

A+++ I have been…read morepracticing yoga for several years, and rarely come across a studio that I love. This studio: I loved. My first few days were rough - I hadn't been to a yoga class in several months due to a recent move, and even the Yoga 1 classes are pretty tough. There are very few classes on the schedule that are tailored for yoga newbies. I would suggest trying a "Yoga for Everyone" class - and even then, it really depends on the instructor. Anyhow, after the initial shock to my system, I grew comfortable with the studio and now I'm very upset to have to leave. But alas, the one negative that I can find with the studio is that after the "New Member Month" at 59E, you are required to sign into a six month contract - which, for me, just isn't possible as I will be leaving in a few months. Without committing to a contact, classes are very expensive - 15E each, something I cannot afford. The positives: the front desk staff knew me by name which was very comforting, considering I was new to the area and no one else in Dublin knew me by name!! - there are numerous class options on the schedule - basic yoga through very advanced, flow and Hatha, Ashtanga, etc. They also have Pilates and TRX classes, both of which I frequented and enjoyed. The negatives: there are not many. Yes, the studio can get crowded. But if you make the effort to get in a bit early, you can find an ideal spot (I always made sure to be close to the heaters first thing in the morning). The classes are pricey if you cannot commit to a contract. It is difficult to find a class that is tailored for beginners - if you are brand new, I would suggest asking the desk which class would be best for you to ensure you have a great experience. Overall, I absolutely loved this studio. If you are in south Dublin and want a great yoga experience, go to Yoga Dublin!

beautiful studios, fantastic teachers and classes for a really good price! im a student and they…read moreoffer a great student discount so i would recommend this place to anyone! they have studios in Ranelagh and Rathfarnham! They are, however, really popular and classes book out fast so you have to book classes them in advance! full classes can be REALLY full but theres still a personal touch so it doesnt feel that full! Defo worth a try!

I remember when i first saw a curves gym,it was like a shop on the side of a road but it had…read morefrostedglass anditmade you wonder what maginificent wonders lay inside. Well, i was fairly disappointed it when i worked out what it was. in theory it sounds great, 30 minutes of exercise three times a week and youll start looking great! and its all women inside so you dont have to worry about looking sweaty and gross infront of some gorgeous guy. but i have found the gyms to be really small and claustraphobic, and this curves is no different. in this curves, and maybe its just the time i went in at, i always found that there were lots of older people, forsome reason this demotivates me totally! it shouldprobably have the opposite, i mean if they can do i should be well able to do it, but no,i need lots of young superfit people that will play to my competitive edge and make me want tokeep up with (and beat) them! so, sorry curves, your not for me! although im sure this type of gym has worked for lots of people!

From the owner: Created specifically for women, Curves offers a complete fitness and nutrition solution. The Curves…read more30 minute workout exercises every major muscle group and burns up to 500 calories through a proven program of strength training, cardio and stretching. In addition, club promotions and events encourage women to support charitable causes, learn about health-related issues and forge lasting friendships as part of the global Curves community. The Curves Complete program is a New 90 day weight loss program that has been designed to help you create some good habits, lose unwanted weight, eat healthier and gives you all the tools you'll need for success both during your new diet and after! Our staff have all studied under the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio, an American College of Surgeon's Center of excellence for weight management.