Finn Valley Centre

Active in the Community

Stranorlar's home of swimming, fitness and family fun since 1971 — pool, gym, sauna, steam room and sports facilities on the banks of the River Finn.

Our Facilities

Everything you need to swim, train and unwind, all under one roof at Millbrae, Stranorlar.

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25m Swimming Pool

A full 25-metre pool for lane swimming, lessons and family sessions, plus a dedicated children's training pool.

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Baby & Toddler Area

A safe, shallow space for aqua babies and toddler water confidence programmes.

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Fully Equipped Gym

35 workout stations including Stairmasters, running machines, power racks and free weights from 2.5kg to 50kg.

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Sauna & Steam Room

Unwind and recover in our sauna and steam room after a workout or swim.

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Jacuzzi

Relax those muscles in our jacuzzi, open to all pool and gym members.

Fully Accessible

Elevator access, accessible changing with adult plinth and poolside hoist, plus 4 dedicated disability parking spaces.

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Athletics & Pitches

Full-size tartan athletics track, two outdoor pitches and a 35m indoor hall — home of Finn Valley Athletics Club.

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Restaurant

On-site restaurant open at weekends, plus meeting rooms available for hire.

Programmes & Classes

Something for every age and ability, from your baby's first splash to lifesaving qualifications.

Swimming Lessons

For children, teenagers and adults, including tailored lessons for those with disabilities and on the autism spectrum.

Aqua Babies & Toddlers

Gentle water confidence sessions to introduce your little ones to the pool.

Aqua Aerobics

Low-impact, high-energy water workouts running four times weekly.

Masters Swimming

Structured squad sessions for adult swimmers looking to improve technique and fitness.

Personal & Group Training

One-to-one personal training and small group sessions in our gym.

Lifeguard & Lifesaving Awards

RLSS National Pool Lifeguard, Rookie Lifeguard Award, Survive & Save, and AED certification.

Zumba, Yoga & Art

A varied timetable of Zumba, yoga, and arts & crafts classes for all ages.

Kids' Parties & Camps

Children's birthday parties and school holiday camps hosted throughout the year.

The Heart of the Finn Valley Community

Finn Valley Centre has been at the heart of the community since 1971, set on the banks of the River Finn in Stranorlar, Co. Donegal.

As a community and voluntary organisation, our focus is on equality and social inclusion — making sure everyone in the Finn Valley area has access to top-class sport, leisure and wellbeing facilities.

We're also proud home to the renowned Finn Valley Athletics Club, and were named Sports Complex of the Year by EU Business News.

  • 1971Serving the community since
  • 25mIndoor swimming pool
  • 35Gym workout stations
  • 2020Sports Complex of the Year

Opening Hours

Monday – Friday7:00am – 9:00pm
Saturday – Sunday10:00am – 4:00pm
Bank Holiday Mon.10:00am – 4:00pm

Over 18s only after 8:00pm.

Find Us

Finn Valley Campus
Millbrae, Stranorlar
Co. Donegal, F93 NV0T, Ireland

Get In Touch

Phone: +353 (0)74 913 2053
Email: supervisor@fvlc.ie

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