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The Irish Airsoft Association is the National Governing Body for the sport of airsoft in the Republic of Ireland. We work with government agencies such as the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform, An Garda Síochána, Customs and the national sports administration authorities to safeguard and advance airsoft in Ireland. We are also the primary point of contact for national press agencies, newspaper, TV and radio when it comes to airsoft.
Our mission is:.
- To safeguard and advance the sport of airsoft through responsible self-governance and representation, and engagement with relevant authorities.
- To provide safety and peace of mind to players and parents of players by promoting our affiliated retailers and venues, who have voluntarily signed up to a code of ethics and conduct.
- To improve and maintain the profile of airsoft in Irish society through engagement with the media and special interest groups.
We are a volunteer-run, non-profit organisation. Our operations are open to scrutiny by members and non-members alike. You can read the minutes of all our meetings in the “Meeting Minutes and Notes” section of our website, which you can find in the menu at the top of the page. We are also regular airsoft players, and will often use Twitter to let you know where we are playing so you can talk to us in person. See our Twitter feed to the left or at http://www.twitter.com/irishairsoft
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We rely on the support of our individual members to continue running. We urge anyone who is interested in the sport of airsoft to become a member. It costs just €10, and you can join at http://signup.irishairsoft.ie/
The 2011 AGM has finished and the 2011 committee have stepped down as per the constitution.
However, there was a motion carried that will allow them to stay on in a care taking role until the EGM on March 10th.
They will not be able to make any executive decisions, or process any memberships as this will be left for the new committee. They will be able to answer emails and media enquiries.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their support during 2011and look forward to seeing you at the EGM.
Dear members,
We must apologise to all. Due to a date counting error on our part, the date for the EGM has been pushed out. The correct date for the EGM will be Saturday the 10th of March 2012. This change of date will bring us back in line with our constitution and allow for nomination and motions for voting.
Thank you to the eagle-eyed members for pointing out this error.
Yours sincerely,
The IAA Committee
Dear Members,
This is to notify all Irish Airsoft Accociation members that an EGM will be held on Saturday 3rd of March 2012 at a venue to be decided. Details of the venue will be posted soon.
The EGM is only open to Members who are fully paid up by 5pm on Friday 27th January 2012. We will not be in a position to process membership applications after this date as we will be preparing for the AGM and all committee positions will be declared vacant at the end of the AGM.
The committee will maintain a section in our forums for the AGM and the information you need to know about it. This will include Officer nominations, Motion proposals and publications.
The operation of the EGM is legally bound by our Constitution and it applies strict timelines for certain aspects of the meeting. These are set out below:
Election of officers for the 2012 committee will take place at the EGM. Nominations for committee positions must be proposed and seconded in writing (EGM Forum, email, or letter) by 5PM on Saturday the 28th of January. All positions are open and we encourage as many people to stand as possible.
When submitting nominations for election, motions for voting or seconding you must include your full name and IAA membership number.
The committee encourage all members and affiliates to attend this event. Affiliates are only allowed to vote, submit motions, nominate officers and second officers in their individual capacity as individual members. Affiliates in their own right have no standing so the owners need to be signed-up members before the cut off date.
Best Regards
The Committee
Dear Members,
The Irish Airsoft Association will hold its Annual General Meeting for 2011 on Saturday the 28th January 2012 in the Red Cow Business Centre at 2PM.
This meeting is only open to Members who are fully paid up by 5pm on Friday 20th January 2012.
google map location for The Red Cow Business Centre
The committee will maintain a section in our forums for the AGM and the information you need to know about it. This will include Officer nominations, Motion proposals and publications.
The operation of the AGM is legally bound by our Constitution and it applies strict timelines for certain aspects of the meeting. These are set out below:
Motions for voting must be proposed and seconded in writing (AGM Forum, email, or letter) by 5PM on Sunday the 18th of December. After this point no further motions can be accepted.
Election of officers for the 2012 committee will take place at the end of the meeting. Nominations for committee positions must be proposed and seconded in writing (AGM Forum, email, or letter) by 5PM on Sunday the 18th of Decemberber. All positions are open and we encourage as many people to stand as possible.
When submitting nominations for election, motions for voting or seconding you must include your full name and IAA membership number.
The meeting agenda and association financial report will be sent to all members before the 28th of December.
The committee encourage all members and affiliates to attend this event. Affiliates are only allowed to vote, submit motions, nominate officers and second officers in their individual capacity as individual members. Affiliates in their own right have no standing so the owners need to be signed-up members before the cut off date.
Best Regards
The Committee
Airsoft is featuring on the upcoming Setanta Sports series Yes I Can. This inspirational series, hosted by Mark Pollock, gives four people with disabilities the chance to take on a sporting challenge. Simon Jameson, who has Muscular Dystrophy, has spent 5 years adapting a wheelchair so he can play airsoft. Watch his episode on Monday 14th of November and see how he got on.
Yes I Can airs on Monday 7th of November at 9pm and continues every Monday in November at the same time. Check out the Behind the Scenes here: http://www.youtube.com/user/beactivebereal#g/c/A266A787411646EA and on beReal TV on facebook.
We are happy to announce that the IAA will have an information stand at the Salute Show in Malahide Castle this weekend the 27th and 28th of August. Volunteers are welcome to help out.
Salute is organised by A.I.M.E. (Association of Irish Military Enthusiasts) and promises to be a good day out.
But thats not all. Due to the generosity of the event sponsors, entry will be free. Yup, thats right , free.
So bring your war-face and enjoy the show.
Recently we visitedTigerland airsoft club in the grounds of Temple House in Sligo to celebrate their first year in operation. We were able to add to the great atmosphere by handing Keith Richardson, the site operator, his IAA certificate.
From the begining, Keith had worked very hard with help from the IAA in setting his club up. As a result he was able to secure all the necessary permissions to operate a site, and since day one of operation, it has been a cracking site to play on with mixed terrain of hills, meadows and dense natural forest extending to about 60 acres.
We wish Keith, and all the members of Tigerland airsoft Club the best for the future and we hope the club goes from strength to strength as time goes by.
The IAA is delighted to announce the affiliation of SG Airsoft
SG Airsoft is a Dublin based company that is dedicated to bring you the latest high-quality airsoft products with competitive prices.
SG Airsoft was founded in the summer of 2009. In 2010, SG Airsoft opened its walk-in store dedicated to airsoft located at 157-159 Richmond Road, Fairview, Dublin, which also does online sales. With the incredible growth of airsoft in Ireland, SG Airsoft Dublin has seen considerable growth as well. Since then, SG Airsoft carries one of the largest selections of airsoft guns, parts, accessories and tactical gear in Ireland.
“For AEGs, we carry brands such as G&G, VFC, SRC, LCT, AIM TOP, LY and Tokyo Marui. We also stock a full range of WE and KJW GBB Rifles and pistols.
Having stable business relationships with manufacturers in Taiwan, Japan, Hong Kong and China mainland, we aim to provide the best products with affordable prices in Ireland.”
 IAA Chairman Tadhg Scanlan with Lee Yang of SG Airsoft
The IAA are delighted to promote the upcoming Milsim event in Bellurgan Park.
Troops in Contact – The Rionegro Mandate
What is this: A story driven, 27 hour airsoft event with ammo limits, simple medic rules, and pre-assigned teams. This is not a full MilSim, but there will be opportunities for LARPing and more. We want to give people something different to the usual weekend skirmish. We hope to develop the airsoft scene in Ireland by offering players from all around the country a chance to meet new people, and play in a bigger event without having to travel abroad.
Where: Bellurgan Park, Dundalk, Co. Louth. Bellurgan Park provides us with over 130 acres of beautiful natural woodland as well as open and hilly ground, purpose-built structures, trails, roads, and vehicles in play. Designated in-game and out-of-game camping areas are provided, along with a range of facilities including running water and permanent toilets.
When: 18th and 19th of June.
How long: Sign in, chrono, and gear up from 09:00 on Saturday, game WILL start 12:00, game finish 15:00 Sunday.
How much: €55 for the full weekend; €20 deposit required upon registration.
EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT: €45 to be paid in one installment.
Age limit and other restrictions: Over 16’s only. As Rionegro is subject to a UN backed arms embargo and no fly zone, players cannot bring aircraft, heavy weapons or armoured vehicles. Small arms and support weapons only. Bio-BBs are required and will be available on site.
Camping: Camping will be possible on site, with toilets and showers.
Hobby Airsoft have launched a brand new website; http://www.HobbyAirsofter.com – this website is kept up to date with the latest rifles and pistols from manufacturers such as G&G, DBoys, CYMA, ARES, King Arms, ICS, KWA, KJW, KWC, KSC and many more.
They also stock plenty of accessories – Ammo, Bi-pods, Gun Bags/Cases, Batteries/Chargers, Spare Magazines, Rails, Optics, Silencers, Targets etc.
You can also check out their top-notch selection of Tac Gear – Gloves, Goggles/Masks, Slings, Vests/Chest Rigs, Holsters, Pouches, Ghillie Suits and more on the site, with a range of clothing and BDU’s from Helikon and Mil-Tec to be added in the very near future.
The site is also a fully operational online store, so for those who can’t make it down to visit either of the retail stores, can still avail of the great products and prices, with free shipping for all orders over the value of €100.
HobbyAirsofter.com is a division of Hobby Airsoft, which over the past two years has built a very strong reputation for excellent customer service, as well as for their top quality products at fair prices.
To celebrate the launch of www.hobbyairsofter.com, and its sister facebook page , the Hobby guys are giving away €150 worth of freebies to one lucky winner!
To be in with a chance to win, all you have to do is ‘Like’ the new hobbyairsofter Facebook Page – easy peasy!
The prize includes;
- KWC Sig Sauer SP2022 Co2 pistol
- 5,000 BBs
- 10x Co2 Cartridges
- Net Target
- 50x Target refills
- And a pair of Bollé Shooting Glasses
*The winner will be announced on May 31st, and you must be over 18 to claim the prize.
www.hobbyairsofter.com
http://www.facebook.com/pages/HobbyAirsofter/193952133963378
Retail Outlets:
Hobby Airsoft Ltd. Unit 10, Block 613, Greenogue Business Park, Rathcoole, Co. Dublin
Tel: 01 257 3102
Opening Hours: Monday – Saturday: 10am-6pm
Hobby Airsoft Ltd. Unit 2, Crookstown Business Park, Ballitore, Co. Kildare
Tel: 059 862 3889
Opening Hours: Monday – Saturday: 10am-6pm
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