Volunteer.
Help Build Obstacle Sport in Ireland
The Obstacle Course Racing Association of Ireland (OCRA ÉIREANN) relies on people who are willing to contribute their time, experience and ideas to help develop obstacle sport.
There are many ways to get involved without being an athlete, coach or race organiser.
Volunteers help make events happen, support athletes, build communities and contribute to the programmes that allow the sport to grow.
Why Volunteer?
Volunteering with OCRA can provide an opportunity to:
- Become more involved in the OCR community
- Support events and competitions
- Meet athletes, coaches and organisers
- Learn new skills
- Gain experience in sports organisation
- Support Team Ireland
- Contribute to national programmes
- Help develop clubs and communities
- Become involved in coaching or Technical Officiating
- Help shape the future of obstacle sport in Ireland
Ways to Get Involved
Volunteer opportunities may include:
Event Support
Help with the delivery of OCRA events, National Championships and qualification competitions.
Roles may include:
- Athlete registration
- Course support
- Start and finish areas
- Athlete information
- Medal ceremonies
- Equipment
- Logistics
- Volunteer coordination
- General event operations
Technical Officiating
People interested in the sporting and technical side of competition can progress through the OCRA Technical Official pathway.
Technical Officials help ensure competition rules are applied fairly and consistently.
Team Ireland Support
Major international championships can require support outside the competition itself.
Depending on the event, volunteers may assist with:
- Team administration
- Athlete communications
- Logistics
- Team activities
- Media
- Championship support
Clubs & Community
Volunteers can also contribute at local level by helping:
- OCR clubs
- Community activities
- Training groups
- Youth programmes
- Club events
- Local development initiatives
OCRA Projects
As OCRA develops, volunteer opportunities may also arise in areas such as:
- Communications
- Social media
- Photography and media
- Website and technology
- Event planning
- Sponsorship
- Club development
- Education
- Administration
- Research
- Community programmes
You do not necessarily need previous sports administration experience.
Relevant skills from outside OCR can often be extremely useful.
Short-Term and Ongoing Volunteering
Not every volunteer role requires a long-term commitment.
Some people may want to help at one event.
Others may want to contribute regularly to a specific area of OCRA.
Both are valuable.
Youth and Safeguarding
Volunteer roles involving children or young people may require additional safeguarding training, vetting or other requirements.
These requirements will be explained before a volunteer begins the relevant role.
Interested in Volunteering?
Tell us a little about yourself, your interests and how you would like to help.
If there is not an immediate role available, OCRA can keep your interest on record for future opportunities.