TRYKA-style simulation event to take place in Gorey

A unique community fitness event is set to bring people of all ages and abilities together in Gorey this August as Field Fitness joins forces with Gorey RFC for a day of competition, music and family-friendly entertainment….

Taking place on Saturday, August 8, the Field Fitness x Gorey RFC Fitness & Fun Day will begin at 9:30am and promises a packed schedule that extends well into the evening.

Organisers say the event is designed to be about far more than fitness, with the emphasis firmly on creating a welcoming atmosphere where the wider community can come together.

The centrepiece of the day will be a TRYKA-style simulation event, inspired by Ireland’s growing hybrid fitness scene. Participants can enter as individuals (€30) or in doubles teams (€60), tackling a demanding course that combines running with functional fitness challenges.

The course includes 1,000m Ski Erg, Farmer’s Carries, Ram Thrusters, Sled Push and Pulls, 1,000m Row, Walking Lunges, and Burpee Broad Jumps. Each station is linked by running intervals, providing a true test of endurance, strength and determination.

However, the organisers of the event are keen to stress that the day isn’t just for seasoned athletes and that everyone is welcome.

Following the success of the Field Fitness inaugural community event earlier this year, the team wanted to create something even bigger in partnership with Gorey RFC. Their message is simple: everyone is welcome.

Alongside the fitness challenge, visitors can enjoy a full day of entertainment and activities, with live music running from 10am until 8pm. There will also be a BBQ and a selection of food vendors, a bottle bar and coffee dock, as well as a sauna and ice baths for those looking to recover after taking part. Men’s and women’s changing facilities will be available on site, while younger visitors can enjoy a bouncy castle and face painting.

The event reflects the growing popularity of hybrid fitness competitions such as TRYKA, which combine running with functional exercise while placing a strong emphasis on inclusivity and community participation.

With limited places available for competitors, tickets are already on sale through Field Fitness’s Instagram page. Tickets can be purhcased as individuals (€30) or in doubles teams (€60) by clicking the link in the Field Fitness bio. Spectators are also encouraged to come along, support participants and enjoy what promises to be a lively day at Gorey RFC.

Whether you’re chasing a personal challenge, looking for a fun day out with the family or simply want to soak up the atmosphere, the Field Fitness x Gorey RFC Fitness & Fun Day is shaping up to be one of the standout community events of the summer in North Wexford.