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Bríd Lyne and Ceara D Treacyare training hard for a gruelling Hyrox fitness challenge to raise funds for Kerry Mental Health Association to purchase a €10,000 sensory pod for Scoil Bhreac Chluain in Annascaul. Photo By : Domnick Walsh © Eye Focus LTD ©
TWO west Kerry mums, Ceara D Treacy and Bríd Lyne, are training hard for a gruelling Hyrox fitness challenge to raise funds for Kerry Mental Health Association. Their goal is to purchase a €10,000 sensory pod for Scoil Bhreac Chluain in Annascaul.
The pair will “Share the Pain” at the Sports Direct Hyrox event in the RDS, Dublin from 14–16 November.
In a true test of endurance, strength, and mental resilience, Hyrox is a global fitness race that blends running with functional strength challenges.
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Ceara explained: “Bríd and I are two parents who feel deeply moved by the challenges faced by children with a range of special needs – and the knock-on impact on the mental health of classmates, teachers, families, and the wider community. Our aim is simple: to purchase the pod outright through this fundraiser. Every donation, big or small, brings us closer to making this a reality. We’re proud to partner with Kerry Mental Health Association, as this project will provide lasting mental health benefits not just for the children, but for everyone involved.”
The Hyrox competitors will complete 8 x 1 km runs, each followed by a demanding workout station.
Ceara and Bríd, supported by the Board of Management of Scoil Bhreac Chluain, nominated Kerry Mental Health Association for this project as the mental health benefits to the children, their families, teaching staff and wider community will be enhanced.
Kerry Mental Health Association aims to benefit the community through the promotion of good mental health and the general welfare of persons with mental health difficulties and to support them, their families, and carers.
Bríd added: “The sensory pod would offer a calm, safe and stimulating environment that can be tailored to the needs of each child. For pupils who experience a sensory overload, or difficulty with emotional regulation, the pod would provide a therapeutic space to help them self-regulate and feel secure within the school setting. Furthermore, the availability of such a facility within the school would bring a profound sense of reassurance and peace of mind to parents.”
The sensory pod will cost almost €10,000 and donations to help purchase it outright can be made online to https://iDonate.ie/fundraiser/sharethepainteam.
