Mayor of Cork Cllr Danny Collins with Positive Passage People volunteers Cllr Marcia D’Alton and Mick Dunlea, Chair, at the official launch of the new outdoor gym at Marmallane Park, Passage West. It was delivered under partnership between Positive Passage People, Cork County Council and SECAD. Photos: Michael O’Sullivan/OSM PHOTO

HIITing the gym

Calling all fitness fans, there’s a new gym in town!

The new outdoor gym facility in Passage West is designed to be universally accessible and includes a range of equipment to build both cardio and upper and lower body strength.

The equipment will also display a QR code connectable via Bluetooth to a virtual instructor, encouraging users to build and develop their fitness level and skills. Facilities installed include a surface bench, dip bench, arm bike, city bike, triple bars, combination steppers and combination street work out, all located on a rubber surface for floor exercises and stretching.

Mayor of Cork Cllr Danny Collins officially opened the new outdoor gym in Marmullane Park. “Occasions like today don’t happen without a lot of work by a lot of people. I want to congratulate all those involved in bringing this wonderful amenity to fruition. I have no doubt it will enhance the lives and wellbeing of the residents of Passage West and the wider area.”

The project was part funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development through 2014-2022 LEADER Programme which is co-financed by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development.

Chief Executive of Cork County Council, Tim Lucey added: “We are delighted to have worked with SECAD, local voluntary group Positive Passage People and our South Cork LCDC to bring this €50,000 project to completion. Since opening Marmullane Park in 2014, it has become a valued local amenity for all ages. This new accessible outdoor gym will complement the multi use games area and walkway that have been enjoyed by the community for many years.”