“The key to making big wins is to make small improvements”- James Clear, Atomic Habits.
In the world of elite sport, the smallest details often shape the greatest outcomes. At Fota Island Resort, we’ve designed an experience tailored specifically for high-performing teams where training, recovery, and rest come together in one seamless environment. Set within 780 acres of private woodland on Ireland’s south coast, our estate is a sanctuary for focused preparation. From world-class facilities to fully integrated support spaces, every element of a team’s stay is crafted to enhance performance.
A Training Environment Without Compromise
Our professionally maintained, full-sized football pitches are kept to championship standards by a dedicated grounds team. Whether your team is conducting intensive pre-season sessions or light match-day shakeouts, these pitches provide the ideal stage.
What sets Fota Island Resort apart is proximity. Just steps from the pitches, your team can transition directly into our private, purpose-built Recreational Centre. Here, strength and conditioning facilities await including free weights, squat racks, and functional equipment. Upstairs, a spinning and yoga studio supports recovery and flexibility, while portable ice baths and private changing rooms help maintain post-training routines.
All in One Secure Zone
There’s no need for transport or external coordination. The pitches, training centre, accommodations, and wellness facilities are all within a single secure zone, designed to support complete privacy for your squad. Whether you’re with us for a few days or several weeks, the setup ensures minimal disruption and maximum focus.
Comfort and Connection
Just a short walk from the training grounds is the hotel entrance, where athletes, coaches, and staff are welcomed with the same discretion and service we offer all our guests. Teams staying on property can expect the finest in comfort, while remaining connected at all times to training facilities and each other.
Within the hotel, the Smith Barry Ballroom is transformed into a tailored retreat for your team. Featuring lounge areas with foosball, ping pong, televisions, and custom seating, it’s a place where players can relax, recharge and reset. Nearby, connected rooms are converted into kit zones, physio spaces, and meeting rooms ensuring your team’s operational needs are met with ease and flexibility. All of this area is separated from the rest of the hotel ensuring optimum comfort and relaxation for the entire squad.
Buffet dining zones can be fully customised to meet specific dietary plans and nutrition schedules, with menus curated in collaboration with your performance staff.
A Foundation for Success
Fota Island Resort is not just a training venue, it’s a complete environment for elite teams. Professional, private, and purpose-built, every corner of the resort is designed with preparation in mind.
Whether you’re gearing up for a new season or entering the final phase of championship preparation, your team deserves a setting that matches its ambition.
If you would like to explore the resort for your next squad stay or training camp. Contact our designated sports coordinator on,
Scrowley@fotacollection.ie
