New to Gaelic football?
You’re very welcome.
Everything you need for a relaxed, confident first Tuesday.
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Your first Tuesday, step by step
What to wear, where to go, who to ask, and what happens when you arrive.
Open the newcomer guide →The game in six ideas
Learn the friendly way
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Carry & move
Take up to four steps, then bounce or solo the ball.
Hand pass
Strike the ball clearly with the hand or fist—do not throw it.
Kick pass
Kick from the hands to move the ball quickly across the field.
Scoring
Over the crossbar is 1 point; into the net is 3 points.
Fair contact
Shoulder-to-shoulder contact is allowed; pushing and tripping are not.
Newcomer safety
Warm up, speak up, and stop if something hurts. Friendly play comes first.
Watch & try