Seasessions 2010 Blog

Bacardi & Sea Sessions

2011-06-23T06:37:00.000-07:00

Bacardi Gets Ready to Mix It Up at Sea Sessions Surf Music Festival this weekend

Come Together and Make Waves With The Freshest Bacardi Cocktails

BACARDI is pleased to announce their involvement with Sea Sessions this weekend. The BACARDI Airstream will roll into Bundoran, Co Donegal just in time for the opening of Europe’s best surf, skate and music festival on Friday.

A firm favourite at Ireland’s best music festivals, BACARDI inspires the three main ingredients that help ignite the ultimate festival experience – togetherness, freedom and a passion for life.

The BACARDI Airstream bar will be the best place to soak up exclusive party atmosphere while being the ultimate place to get together with friends. BACARDI’s own mixologists will be on hand creating classic cocktails for you and your friends such as Ireland’s festival favourite – the BACARDI Mojito and the Daiquiri.

This year the Sea Sessions line-up includes an eclectic mix of bands and DJ’s such as The Villagers, Japanese Popstars, Bell X1, GO Team, Ham Sandwich, Roy Seven and Ziggy Marley as well as a stellar list of DJ’s who will be performing at the new “Beat Shack” Dance Tent. You never know what acts you may meet at the BACARDI Airstream bar enjoying a cocktail.

Commenting on this weekend’s festival BACARDI’s Tiernan O’Morain said, “We are delighted to bring the taste of BACARDI to Sea Sessions Surf Music Festival this weekend – we will simply go back to basics with the ultimate party mix: good friends, great music and festival favourite BACARDI cocktails.”

BACARDI rum has a long standing history as a patron of proper music. In the early 1920’s in Cuba, the BACARDI family legacy in music was cemented by Facundo BACARDI – grandson and namesake of the Company founder – who would share the BACARDI family’s passion for music, creating a festive music environment by throwing open the doors of the family home to parties featuring El Trio Matamoros – which became the hottest act in Cuba.

Remember to always enjoy Bacardi responsibly

Family Friendly policy

2011-05-17T09:29:00.000-07:00

Sea Sessions Family Friendly Policy

At Sea Sessions we love kids and want to ensure they can enjoy our event in a safe and appropriate environment. Under 12s are free while those 12 to 17 must purchase a ticket and be accompanied by their legal guardian/parent. Legally under 18s are required to leave the site at 10pm. Details below but all familys should

*You need to pre book
All families who intend to bring children under the age of 18 need to register at seasessionsfamily@gmail.com
There will be no sales to Under 18's unless part of a pre booked family unit.

*You need to sign in
Once you've booked your tickets just drop an email notifying us that you are a family with under 18's.
We will keep a note of it and enter your details on our family sign in list.
On the weekend simply come to the collections office opposite the main entrance and sign in to get your wristbands allocated.

*Responsibility
If under 18's are found on site unaccompanied by their parent or legal guardian, they will be escorted to a safe area and the appropriate local authorities will be notified. It is an offence for a parent or guardian not to be in custody of the child in their care at the event.

*Accommodation and Camping
The Sea Sessions campsite located on the Main St. at the rear of the Phoneix Tavern is strictly for over 18's only.
There are a fantastic range of family friendly accommodation options available in the area and a great family campsite at the Lakeside Centre in Ballyshannon. The local GAA are also providing a campsite for family’s. For details email seasessionsfamily@gmail.com

Beat Shack headliners

2011-05-11T07:59:00.000-07:00

Dance your Pants Off at the “Beat Shack”
this June at “Sea Sessions Surf Music Festival 2011”

BEAT SHACK line-up (with more to be announced!):

FRI JUN 24TH

HERBALISER (OLLIE T DJ SET)

Ollie T is one half of the production team known as The Herbaliser. Onstage DJ with The Herbaliser live band, also part of the Hip Hop supergroup Soundsci, with members Jonny Cuba (DSP/Ninja Tune), Audessey (ex-Mass Influence), U-George (The Hemisphere) and legendary UK Hip Hop engineer 'No Sleep' Nigel.

KWAME (BOUNCE)

DJ KID CAM (SOL CUMBIA)

ROYDABOY (SHENZHEN BEATS)

DJ COLEY (LONDON 45'S)

DEADBEAT CONTROLLER (BOURNEMOUTH)

SAT JUN 25TH

EROL ALKAN

Erol Alkan is a London-based Turkish electro DJ. He was resident DJ and co-founder of London club Trash, one of the most influential clubs of its time. Until its closure in 2007, Trash saw performances by Peaches, LCD Soundsystem, Klaxons, Bloc Party, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Electric Six and many more. He released a series of mash-ups using the alias Kurtis Rush in the early 2000s. Erol also uses the alias Mustapha 3000, and is half of the psychedelic rock act Beyond The Wizards Sleeve. According to UK’s Top Magazine, he was acclaimed to be the best DJ of the world in the year 2009.

Erol Alkan has remixed tracks from artists including Franz Ferdinand, Justice, Mylo, Interpol, Bloc Party, Daft Punk, Hot Chip, The Chemical Brothers, The Rapture, Scissor Sisters, Digitalism, Mystery Jets, Death from Above 1979, Alter Ego and Klaxons.

SUN JUN 26TH

SCRATCH PERVERTS

The Scratch Perverts are a U.K. based DJ/hip-hop duo comprised of members Tony Vegas and Prime Cuts. The Scratch Perverts were resident DJs at the hip London club Fabric, and created a buzz in the UK remixing gigs for artists including Clinton, Johnny L and Sacrosanct. This lead to the release of their debut album, B-Boys Revenge: History in the Making.

Quiksilver Sea Sessions Expression Session

2011-03-04T09:16:00.000-08:00

Quiksilver Expression Sessions

Sea Sessions is delighted to host the Quiksilver Expressions in 2011 which has been upgraded to an ASP Speciality Event. The ASP who run the world tour of surfing has sanctioned only a few Speciality Events in Europe and this will be the first ever to hit the UK or Ireland. The speciality events place emphasis on allowing surfers the freedom to free surf and go for bigger moves. Head of ASP Europe Gregorie Puget stated it is “ Great to see Quiksilver get into the thing, great to see Irish surfers enter as it will be a great opportunity for ASP Europe to highlight theses kids' performance, far from the usual South West Coast of France and Basque Country” . The ASP are sending over their top water photographers to capture the action. Local Irish surfers will be given the chance to compete against top European Surfers in the expression session for bragging rights, €5000 in cash, festival hospitality among many other prizes. Surfers already confirmed are former World number 3 Aussie Mick Campbell, Welsh legend Carwyn Williams, English ripper Oli Adams and Irelands top free surfer Cain Killcullan. There is a strictly limited number of contestants, entry fee is €20 and if interested in entering email seasessionssurf@gmail.com

Online Comp

In addition to our Expression session comp we have an online comp for the best turn/air. We have 3 categories open, U21 and bodyboard. The best 5 or 6 will be posted on our website with some great prizes for the surfer and camera person of each category. The waves must be filmed during 2011 and within the island of Ireland.

Short film

Sea Sessions is hosting the “Go Big or Go Home” extreme sports film festival in 2011 which will show case the best of extreme sport films from around the Globe. More details will follow on this. As part of this film festival we are having a short surf film competition. The competition is aimed at budding surf movie makers within Ireland. There will be cash prizes for the winners. Below is the entry Guidelines for the shorts. So for your opportunity to reach this audience and be part of the “GO BIG OR GO HOME” family, submit today!

Email seasessionssurf@gmail.com with submissions.
Entry Guidelines:
Your film should fit the following criteria
1. Be an amateur production.
2. Be filmed and produced within the past 12months.
3. Be no longer than 10 minutes.
4. Deadline date 1st April 2011
4. Comply with the video formats outlined below.
5. Agree that your film may be utilised in part or in full as a part of promotional activities for the “Go big or go home film festival” & “SEA SESSIONS SURF & MUSIC FESTIVAL”
6. By submitting your film you have agreed to these conditions
These criteria have been put together to ensure that the quality of all submitted films screened at the GBOGHFF & Sea Sessions remains as good as when they were originally edited and are the best possible representation of the artists work.
Here are the technical requirements…
1. Shoot your video footage in the highest quality allowed by your video camera.
2. Shoot, edit and save your footage using 'Progressive Scan', rather than 'Interlaced' video i.e; 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080p and not 480i, 576i, 1080i.
3. Save your video edit in the highest quality possible (the higher the quality you give to us, the better your film will look during the competition).
Formats such as AVI, MOV, MPEG-1, MPEG-2 & MP4 are file 'containers' and have no bearing on the quality of the video or audio. The CODEC used to compress the video and audio is the deciding factor in the final quality. Aim to use the best quality codec you can and with the lowest compression rate.
Examples of high quality video codecs are;
H.264 (also called 'MPEG-4 Part 10' or 'MPEG-4/AVC')
DV (progressive scan)
DivX & XviD (quality should be set to very high/max)
Please try to provide your film entry in the form of a video file and not as a DVD, SVCD, VCD (this will help us to maintain the video quality of your film).
Ultimately, we will accept film entries in any and all video formats. However, ensuring you maintain as much of the original video quality of your footage as possible, can only mean you will have a better chance in the competition

2011-02-18T06:21:00.000-08:00

Short surf film Competition

Sea Sessions is hosting the “Go Big or Go Home” extreme sports film festival in 2011 which will show case the best of extreme sport films from around the Globe. More details will follow on this. As part of this film festival we are having a short surf film competition. The competition is aimed at budding surf movie makers within Ireland. There will be cash prizes for the winners. Below is the entry Guidelines for the shorts. So for your opportunity to reach this audience and be part of the “GO BIG OR GO HOME” family, submit today! Email seasessionssurf@gmail.com with submissions.

Entry Guidelines:

Your film should fit the following criteria

1. Be an amateur production.

2. Be filmed and produced within the past 12months.

3. Be no longer than 10 minutes.

4. Deadline date 1st April 2011

4. Comply with the video formats outlined below.

5. Agree that your film may be utilised in part or in full as a part of promotional activities for the “Go big or go home film festival” & “SEA SESSIONS SURF & MUSIC FESTIVAL”

6. By submitting your film you have agreed to these conditions

These criteria have been put together to ensure that the quality of all submitted films screened at the GBOGHFF & Sea Sessions remains as good as when they were originally edited and are the best possible representation of the artists work.

Here are the technical requirements…

1. Shoot your video footage in the highest quality allowed by your video camera.

2. Shoot, edit and save your footage using 'Progressive Scan', rather than 'Interlaced' video i.e; 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080p and not 480i, 576i, 1080i.

3. Save your video edit in the highest quality possible (the higher the quality you give to us, the better your film will look during the competition).

Formats such as AVI, MOV, MPEG-1, MPEG-2 & MP4 are file 'containers' and have no bearing on the quality of the video or audio. The CODEC used to compress the video and audio is the deciding factor in the final quality. Aim to use the best quality codec you can and with the lowest compression rate.

Examples of high quality video codecs are;

H.264 (also called 'MPEG-4 Part 10' or 'MPEG-4/AVC')

DV (progressive scan)

DivX & XviD (quality should be set to very high/max)

Please try to provide your film entry in the form of a video file and not as a DVD, SVCD, VCD (this will help us to maintain the video quality of your film).

Ultimately, we will accept film entries in any and all video formats. However, ensuring you maintain as much of the original video quality of your footage as possible, can only mean you will have a better chance in the competition.

Seasessions 2011 sports/arts

2010-11-17T09:19:00.001-08:00

Seasessions 2011

Surf Event
Expression Session
The annual Seasession Expression Session will give the top local surfers the chance to compete against the top Pros from around Europe. The emphasis is always on high performance moves and cash prizes will be on offer. This year the level of surfing will be upped by the arrival of Pros from the UK and Beyond.
Big Wave comp
We have a prize worth a 1000euros to the biggest wave photographed between the launch of our tickets on the 18th of November until the day of the festival. The prize will be split between the photographer and surfer
Online Surf Comp
This year will also see the launch of the Seasessions Online Surf Comp. Surfers or videographer/photographers can upload video/photo clips to compete for some great prizes. There will be different categories including Best move and Best Barrel. Will also for the first time have a best Bodyboard move.
Surf/Extreme Sports Film festival
2011 will see the start of the Seasessions Extreme Sports Film Festival. The film festival will showcase the best of International and local Extreme Sports movies. The festival will have an International award for full length films and will also have an award for short films for local film makers to gain recognition.
Tag Rugby
Seasessions was delighted with the response to the Tag Rugby in 2010 and has decided to expand the competition and is offering 500euro plus festival hospitality to the winning team. The event will have a competitive and fun level.
Beach Soccer
Seasessions 2011 will also have a Beach Soccer comp with again with some great prizes on offer. There will be an exhibition matched played by some old legends of the game as well as an open competition open to all.
Ultimate frisbee
Seasessions will also for the first time have an ultimate Frisbee beach comp.
Ultimate frisbee , if you havn't heard of it before, is a mixed non-contact team sport involving two teams of 5 players (7 on grass) playing on a rectangular pitch trying to score points in opposing endzones.
The sport is played by 1000's the world over and next year will see the world beach championships held in Italy. The Irish national team is coming along to show case this growing sport.

Wrist Band Special Offers

2010-06-25T02:30:00.001-07:00

Bundoran welcomes our Sea Sessions Wristband holders and to prove it many of the bars and restaurants will have specials on the menu or cocktails on this weekend that are available to you.

Sea Sessions Wristband holders ONLY can avail of the following discounts:

10% off total purchases at Glamour Girl Fashion and Accessories, Market Square Shopping Centre

20% off all cosmetics and makeup at Cara Pharmacy, Main Street, Bundoran. The range of brands available includes Smashbox, Loreal, Rimmel, Essence, Elizabeth Arden, Isa Dora, etc

10% off all gifts, cards and purchases at Hallmark Cards, Market Square, Bundoran

Café Italia – Sea Sessions Special – Panini, Tea or Coffee € 7

10% off all purchases at Sweeney Todds Music and Bits ‘n Pieces, Market Square Shopping Centre

10% off all purchases at Castle Lighting, Market Square Shopping Centre

10% off all purchases at Good Buys Discount Store, Market Square Shopping Centre

€2.50 off per person for a Seaweed Bath, normal price €22.50 per person, must be booked and paid for in advance, available to all Sea Sessions wrist band holders this weekend. Normal terms and conditions apply! In other words, this is subject to availability and you must be sober and fit to take the bath – no messin’.

Map of Bundoran and car parks etc

2010-06-25T02:17:00.000-07:00

Free Festival Shuttle - Bus Eireann

2010-06-23T00:51:00.001-07:00

friday sat times

2010-06-22T01:53:00.000-07:00

Friday 25th June

Gates open 5pm

Main beach Stage
11.30 Andrew Weatherall
9.30pm Fun Lovin’ Criminals
8.30pm Fred
7.45pm The Dead Flags
7.00pm Jester

North Shore Stage

9.30pm Codes
8.50pm Dark Room Notes
8.00pm Surf Chixx
7.30pm Juliets Rescue
6.50pm Saving J

Reach Session Stage

6.00pm Fine Old Cannonballs 80’s set
7.00pm Genie mash up set
8.00pm Jay Dub techno
9.30pm Beckett
11.30pm Mad Dog
12.00am Mick Pressure

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Friday 25th June Other Events

Relentless Performance Arena

7.00pm BMX display

7.00pm Freestyle skating display
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Saturday 26th June

Gates open 1pm

Main Beach Stage

11.00pm David Holmes
9.00pm Paul Weller
7.30pm Hypnotic Brass Ensemble
6.0pm Trojan Sound System
5.00pm Johnny Moy

North Shore Stage

10pm Frank And Walters
8.50pm Director
8.10 pm Aftermath
7.30pm Fox Avenue
6.45pm Empire Electic
2.00pm Battle of the bands*

Relentless Performance Arena
1.30 - 4pm - 7pm - 10pm
Skating Jam
3.00pm – 6.00pm – 9.00pm
Relentless Mountain Bike team display
1.30pm - 4.30pm - 7.30pm - 10.30pm
BMX Jam
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Saturday 26th June Other Events

Tag Rugby Tournament
10am Main Beach

Surf Contest
10am Tullan Strand
(conditions dependent)

Thunder Cats Power Boats
1pm Bundoran Bay
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Saturday 26th June

*Battle of the bands - North Shore stage
2.00pm Relief
2.20pm The Coonics
2.40pm The Whatmans
3.00pm Roy Shiels
3.20pm The Riptide Movement
3.40pm Red Brick House
4.00pm Bone Fide Federation
4.20pm Bocs Social
5.00pm The Lucids
5.30pm Results & Performance by winning band

Reach Sessions Stage

2.00pm Collie Funktion
3.00pm Alistan & Gally (roots soul)
5.00pm Cignol Live
6.00pm David Kitt (DJ set)
7.00pm Mark Murphy
8.00pm T - Woc
10.00pm The Don Rosco
11.00pm Eamon Doyle D1 records
12.00am Droid and Slug 90’s Set
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Saturday 26th June Other Events

Arts and Living
Surf Art display
1pm Main Beach stage arena
Holistic Haven
1pm - Holistic healing area
Barefoot wine sampling
2pm and 7pm
Funky farmers market
1pm - 6pm - Holistic healing area
Mobile magic
1pm - 6pm
Face painting
1pm - 6pm
Performance arts
1pm - 6pm
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Tag Rugby info

2010-06-21T23:58:00.000-07:00

Sea Sessions Mixed Tag Rugby 2010.
Bundoran Beach. Saturday 26th June 2010.

1. All games will be played in accordance with the IRFU's Tag Rugby laws. (See irfu.ie...Tag Rugby...Laws.)
2. Teams will consist of maximum panel of 10 players.
3. A minimum of three Ladies to be playing at all times.
4. Tag belts will be provided.
5. No football boots will be permitted. (Runners/Bare feet only)
4. The tournament will consists of a maximum of 16 teams (first come first served)
5. One team place will be reserved for a team of singles.
6. Cost per team.. 50 euro/ per player.. 5 euro. To be paid before competition commences.
7. Players may register as individuals...they will be allocated to teams at the discretion of the organisers.
8. Beginners are encouraged to participate.
9. The emphasis is on participation and FUN.
10. Scoring will be: Men's score = 1 point, Ladies score= 3 points, Penalty Try= 4 points.
11. Players must be over 18 to participate.
12. Teams, Players must be registered on line by Thursday 25th.

A. Check in will take place at 10 am on Saturday 26th June.
B. Tournament will commence at 11 am sharp with the final at 1.45 pm.
C. Each team is guaranteed at least 3 games (assuming 16 team participation).
D. There will be prizes for the best named and the best dressed Teams as well as the winners.
E. The descion of the organising committee will be final.
F. Group qualifier's for semi finals will be decided by Points gained (3 win 1 draw), in the event of a tie by total points scored.
G. In the event of a tie in Semi Final or Final a golden try rule will apply for a 5 minute period if this is unsuccessful the team that scored first in that game shall be declared winners.

If there are any queries please do not hesitate to contact me at shaneftoolan@gmail.com.
I would be obliged if you could register your teams ASAP at the above email address as there would appear to be a lot of interest in the event. Single and individual playes, it will be important if you could confirm your participation in order that we can allocate you and confirm your allocation ASAP. Team info and any relevent photos and/or claims to greatness or glorious failures or promises may be posted on the Sea Session main site. Many thanks.

Shane.

2010-06-18T11:37:00.000-07:00

Hi
.There will be a Craft /art market on the sat & sunday of seasessionsfrom 1pm tp 6pm which is when the first live acts take to the stage inthe main tent.Applications are invited from local crafts people and artists.A 6ft Table and two chairs will be provided for each pitch plus asmall number of easels for the Artists. Please feel free to bring alongextra decoration, easels etc.There is security on site and Stewards assigned to the market area.Vendors are expected to be at their pitch at all times.Load in time is from 10am to 11am sat & sundayall vendors are to vacate tent by 6pm Sat & sundayThe only cost to exhibit /sell goods within the Seasessions eventvenue is to be in possession of a weekend ticket for all Sellers andtheir helpers.The Art/craft market is run in conjunction with other attractions onthe event site including a holistic day centre, performance art , Tagrugby on the beach .roaming magicians , face paint ng &stilt walkersif you have any questions please contact me

Relentless Expression Session

2010-06-02T01:52:00.000-07:00

The Relentless Seasessions Expression session will pit the best of Irelands Under 18’s hotshots against the top Irish free surfers. The competition format will reward big moves rather than tactical surfing with the winner. The expression session will be decided on the best move or best wave depending on conditions. The Winer will get an all expenses paid VIP trip to the Relentless Newquay Boardmasters and a wild card entry to the WQS event. Qicksilver will also be providing spot prizes for the event. The top Irish free surfers will compete against the winners of the Bundoran Boardriders Junior contest. The contest will run on either the saturday or sunday depending on conditions. Below is a list of those invited.

Cain Kilcullan
Damian Conway/Ollie Flatterty
Nicole Morgan
Easkey Britton
Ronan Ortzen
Steven Kilfeder
Winner of u18 Bundoran Comp
Winner of u16 Bundoran Comp
Local Wildcard
Hugh Galloway
William Newmarsh
Local wildcard

The festival will also be showing Relentless Powers of three, From the Shadows and Lives of the artists on a 10foot lcd TV. Mickey Smith and Barry Britton will be a few of the top names who will be displaying their art at the festival for anybody else whose art is inspired by the ocean or waves and wants to get involved email seasessionsart@gmail.com .

For those who prefer land based extreme sports Relentless are also bring a Mountain Bike/BMX and skate team to one of the biggest outdoor ramps setups seen in Ireland.

Animal Relentless Mountain Bike Tour
The legendary Animal Relentless Bike Tour is to perform for the first time in Ireland as part of the Sea Sessions surf and music festival in Bundoran, Donegal. Mixing the incredible mountain bike skills of former World Champion Trials rider Martyn Ashton with the spectacular jumping style of Blake Samson on their customised Mercedes rig. Plus opportunities to win vip Animal and Relentless Tour gear, a Diamond back bike, Muc-off, MBUK posters and much more...this is one event not too miss!
Relentless Mini Ramp
Relentless have teamed up with Belfast’s Unit 13 skate park to bring you a first class mini ramp. Riders include BMX street legend Jason Phelan who is set to tear up the ramp in demo’s while local skaters will compete in Jam format on the ramp over the 3 day festival. Make sure you check it out

Comedy on the Rocks

2010-06-01T02:18:00.000-07:00

On Thursday 24th June in The Great Northern Hotel, Bundoran. Comedy on the Rocks will be taking place. All proceeds of this comedy event will be going towards the Northwest Hospice and the local football team Erne Wanderers. The line up on the night is exceptional, with internationally recognized comedians taking part. Steve Cummins, Jartlath Regan (Montreal Just for Laughs & Kilkenny Cat Laughs headline act), Pat McDonell (from Father Ted and The Naked Camera Show) and Joe Rooney (Father Ted and Kilinaskully). As a special treat we have 5 members of the Erne Wanderers Football Team performing The Full Monty.

As if this line up of entertainment wasn't enough, our celebrity presenters will be the gorgeous Kamal Ibrahim (Mr Ireland 2009 and the newly crowned Mr World 2010) alongside the ever witty Breffny Morgan, star of TV3's The Apprentice. This is sure to be a night of epic proportion. It is the pre party to Europes best surf, skate and music festival Sea Sessions, which kicks of the following day Friday 25th June in Bundoran. Tickets are available locally and through ticketgroup.ie. For more info on where to purchase tickets, check out www.comedyontherocks.com. Doors open at 7pm, show starts at 8pm sharp. It is advisable to buy tickets in advance. For any further euquiries email the organizer at emma.bowe@hotmail.com

BUY TICKETS LOCALLY AT:
Tickets available right now in the Bundoran Music Shop beside Supervalu, and available in all other venues from Friday 4th June.
Surfworld Surfshop, Bundoran
Lullaby’s Shop, Ballyshannon
Allsports, Donegal Town
Great Northern Hotel, Bundoran

Sea sessions Tag Rugby Info

2010-05-30T01:48:00.000-07:00

Shane Toolan May 29 at 3:20pm
Sea Sessions Mixed Tag Rugby 2010.

Bundoran Beach. Saturday 26th June 2010.

All participants must be 18 and weekend ticket holders

1. All games will be played in accordance with the IRFU's Tag Rugby laws. (See irfu.ie...Tag Rugby...Laws.)
2. Teams will consist of maximum panel of 10 players.
3. A minimum of three Ladies to be playing at all times.
4. Tag belts will be provided.
5. No football boots will be permitted. (Runners/Bare feet only)
4. The tournament will consists of a maximum of 16 teams (first come first served)5. One team place will be reserved for a team of singles.
6. Cost per team.. 50 euro/ per player.. 5 euro. To be paid before competition commences.
7. Players may register as individuals...they will be allocated to teams at the discretion of the organisers.
8. Beginners are encouraged to participate.
9. The emphasis is on participation and FUN.
10. Scoring will be: Men's score = 1 point, Ladies score= 3 points, Penalty Try= 4 points. 11. Players must be over 18 to participate.12. Teams, Players must be registered on line by Thursday 25th.
A. Check in will take place at 10 am on Saturday 26th June.
B. Tournament will commence at 11 am sharp with the final at 1.45 pm.
C. Each team is guaranteed at least 3 games (assuming 16 team participation).
D. There will be prizes for the best named and the best dressed Teams as well as the winners.
E. The descion of the organising committee will be final.
F. Group qualifier's for semi finals will be decided by Points gained (3 win 1 draw), in the event of a tie by total points scored.
G. In the event of a tie in Semi Final or Final a golden try rule will apply for a 5 minute period if this is unsuccessful the team that scored first in that game shall be declared winners.

If there are any queries please do not hesitate to contact me at shaneftoolan@gmail.com.I would be obliged if you could register your teams ASAP at the above email address as there would appear to be a lot of interest in the event. Single and individual playes, it will be important if you could confirm your participation in order that we can allocate you and confirm your allocation ASAP. Team info and any relevent photos and/or claims to greatness or glorious failures or promises may be posted on the Sea Session main site. Many thanks.Shane.

Bus Eireann Travel Specials to sea sessions

2010-05-30T01:38:00.001-07:00

Thank you for choosing to travel with Bus Eireann. Please see below fares and information lists to bring you safely to the Bundoran Sea Sesssions Festival. Please book online at www.buseireann.ie

Tip! Book your bus fare online as you will receive a 10% discount as shown and also follow us on face book and twitter to keep up to date with special offers!

If travelling from DUBLIN:
Take the Route 30 bus from Bus Aras to BALLYSHANNON

DEPARTING ARRIVING BALLYSHANNON
07.00a.m 10.55a.m
09.30a.m 13.25p.m
11.30a.m 15.25p.m
13.00p.m 16.55p.m
15.00p.m 18.55p.m
17.00p.m 20.55p.m

· COMPLIMENTARY FESTIVAL SHUTTLE BUS, COURTESY OF BUS EIREANN TO BUNDORAN WILL BE WAITING FOR YOU ON ARRIVAL IN BALLYSHANNON ON FRIDAY AND SATURDAY.. JOURNEY TIME TO BUNDORAN 10 MINUTES
FARES: Adult Return €27.90 Student return €24.75
Sunday and Monday Departure times from Bundoran return to Dublin:

Festival Shuttle Departing Arrive Ballyshannon Depart Ballyshannon

09.00a.m 09.10a.m 09.25a.m
11.00a.m 11.10a.m 11.25a.m
13.00p.m 13.10p.m 13.25p.m
15.00p.m 15.10p.m 15.25p.m
16.50p.m 17.00p.m 17.10p.m
Tip! If you have to get back on Sunday night, don’t worry you can still enjoy the final night and catch one of our late night/early morning departures from Ballyshannon and snooze on the bus to Dublin! Buses will leave Ballyshannon at 02.25a.m, 05.25a.m (book local taxi from Bundoran to bring you to the Ballyshannon bus station)

TRAIN and Bus Eireann links from DUBLIN:

Take the train from Dublin to Sligo and take the Route 64 Derry bus to Bundoran on arrival in Sligo. Bus journey time to Bundoran 35 minutes

From Connolly Station Arrival Times in Sligo Bus Departure

09.05a.m 12.10p.m 13.30p.m
11.05a.m 14.10p.m 15.00p.m
13.05p.m 16.10p.m 17.10p.m
15.05p.m 18.10p.m 19.05p.m

The Adult Return Train Fare to Sligo is €44.00
The Student Return Train Fare to Sligo is €32.00

Tip! See www.irishrail.ie you might be lucky and get a cheaper fare

The Adult Return Bus fare from Sligo to Bundoran is €13.95
The Student Return Bus Fare from Sligo to Bundoran is €11.25

Monday Bus and Rail Connections from Bundoran:

Bus Departure Bus Arrival in Sligo Train Departure Time

07.40a.m 07.45a.m 09.00a.m
09.05a.m 09.45a.m 11.00a.m
11.05a.m 11.45a.m 13.00p.m
13.05p.m 13.45p.m 15.00p.m

If travelling from GALWAY Bus Station:

Take the route 64 Derry bus from Galway Bus Station. The departure and arrival times on Friday from Galway will be:

DEPARTING ARRIVE BUNDORAN RETURN BUS MON
08.45a.m 12.15p.m 07.15a.m
10.30a.m 14.00p.m 09.05a.m
12.00noon 15.30p.m 11.05a.m
14.10p.m 17.40p.m 13.05p.m
16.00p.m 19.35p.m 17.05p.m
18.10p.m 21.30p.m

FARES: Adult Return €31.50 Student Return €25.65

Bus Station Contact Numbers:
Dublin: 01 8366111 Sligo: 071 91 60066 Galway: 091 562000

Happy Travelling!

Lineup additions

2010-05-30T01:35:00.001-07:00

JOHNNY MOY & THE HEATHERS
also announced for
“Sea Sessions Surf Music Festival”,
Bundoran 25-27 June 2010

TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
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In just its 3rd year, SEA SESSIONS festival is sure to see Ireland’s surfing and festival fans flock to Bundoran, Co. Donegal for the country’s leading surf, skate and music festival. This June the seaside resort of Bundoran will once again be alive with the sound of great tunes as festival fans descend on the town for an eclectic mix of music and surfing.

Adding to the already impressive line-up including PAUL WELLER, TOM BAXTER, FUN LOVIN CRIMINALS & DAVID HOLMES, native DJ Johnny Moy will turn tables and drop thumping club beats from the main stage on Sat 26th. Recognised as Irelands leading DJ/promoter thoughout the nineties, Moy has been awarded many awards and accolades down the years both nationally and internationally. He has remixed tracks for U2, David Holmes and BellX1, and was personally chosen as the official tour DJ for The Chemical Brothers European Tour.

Alongside Moy, 20 year old twins The Heathers have also been confirmed to perform at this year’s Sessions. The HEATHERS are twin sisters Ellie and Louise McNamara who began writing music together in 2007. In February 2008 they recorded their debut album 'Here, Not There' which was released to much critical acclaim and current single ‘Remember When’ features on the current Discover Ireland TV and radio ad campaign. The girls can be seen in action on Sunday 27th June.

BRING IT ON!:
Sea Sessions once again announces it’s BATTLE OF THE BANDS COMPETITON which will take place over the weekend. Fresh new talent will compete for the coveted title of “Best Band” and the opportunity to showcase their abilities to the on-looking audience from the North Shore Stage on Sat 26th. Last years winner JESTER will warm up the Main Beach Stage for the Fun Lovin Criminals on Friday 25th.

FIGHT THE FUZZIES!:
Take time out from the festival vibe to fight the fuzzy head and take a dip in the beautiful Atlantic Ocean! Located in the heart of Bundoran town, Bundoran Surf Co caters for all standards of surfers and all surfing needs. Instructors are fully qualified, experienced and the school is fully approved and insured by the Irish Surfing Association. From beginners, intermediate and the more experienced, why not “wet” your surfing appetite, take a dip or show-off your best moves on one of the most beautiful beaches in Europe. Special offers on lessons available over the Sea Sessions weekend. For more information visit www.bundoransurfco.com.

BOOK NOW:
Weekend tickets for Sea Sessions 2010 are just €79.95. Camping available from €20 for a four night weekend pass. Tickets can be bought directly from www.ticketgroup.ie. Camping, self-catering accommodation, bed & breakfasts and hotels are readily available in the surrounding area of Bundoran and along the west coast of Co. Donegal.

LINE-UP:
Alistan & Gally, Andrew Weatherall, Fun Lovin' Criminals, Fred, The Dead Flags, Jester (2009 battle of the bands winner), Beckett, Cignol live set, Collie Funktion, Dark Room Notes, David Holmes, Paul Weller, Hypnotic Brass Ensemble, Trojan Sound System, David Kitt DJ Set, Director, The Frank And Walters, Droid&Slug 90's Set, Eamon Dolye, Fine Old Cannonballs 80's set, Firehouse Skank, Genie - MashUp Set, Jay Dub, Juliet's Rescue, Mad Dog, Mark Murphy, Mick Pressure, One Man Party, Tom Baxter, Cathy Davey, James Vincent McMorrow, Tucan, O Emperor, Rootical Sound System, Saving J, The Don Rosco, T-woc, Worries Outta National, The Heathers, Michael John, Surf Chixx, The Heathers, More TBA.

Seasessions lineup announcement

2010-05-30T01:33:00.000-07:00

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It's official, music icon PAUL WELLER has confirmed that he will be headlining the Sea Sessions Surf Music festival in Bundoran on June 26th. The man behind the Jam, Style Council, and a personal array of solo success such as Wildwood and more, is a major coup for the festival just in its third year.

'To get a name like Paul Weller to play in Bundoran is just amazing', said Festival organiser Declan Madden.'It shows the popularity of the festival not just with the public but also within the music industry'.

Weller will be headlining the Main Marquee on Saturday the 26th on the main beach in Bundoran. Along with hits from the Jam era, he will also be showcasing his new album 'Wake up the nation' which debuted in the Irish Top Ten this week!

Speaking about the new material getting its Irish Debut at Sea Sessions, Madden exclaims;

'Its great timing as he is pushing some new material at the moment and it is really fresh - I think there will be even more interest than normal in this gig'.

The Sea Sessions gig will be the First Irish gig of the Weller tour dates and as such is sure to be a full house.

'We have a limited capacity because of the size of the site and tickets have already been selling very well for this year without us announcing the full line up'.

GET YOUR GROOVE ON:
No strangers to main stages or Irish audiences, New York trio the FUN LOVING CRIMINALS will bring their raucous show to the festival playing an epic set of hip-hop beats, alternative style and bluesy rhythm! They will treat fans to red-hot hits including “Love Unlimited, Korean Bodega” and “Scooby Snacks” headlining the Main Stage on Friday 25th June.

They started out on the streets of Chicago and New York, and now they take their stylistic cues of jazz, funk, hip-hop and world music to the fine sandy shores of Bundoran – The HYPNOTIC BRASS ENSEMBLE (an 8-strong cohort of horn playing brothers) will entertain Donegal from the Main Stage on Saturday 26th June.

'The Hypnotic Brass Ensemble are one of the most exciting acts we have confirmed - they are an 8 piece brass band that just totally rock! Go and check them out you wont be disappointed'.

DANCE YOUR PANTS OFF:
While the Hypnotic Brass Ensemble will be warming up the stage for Mr Weller, THE TROJAN SOUND SYSTEM, a legendary reggae outfit in their own right, will be kicking off the main marquee on Saturday. Formed in 2004 from London Sound System legends, Trojan Sound System has already had hugely successful shows as a single entity and with the greatest names in reggae.

Born in Belfast the youngest of ten children, DAVID HOLMES began DJ-ing at the age of 15. His sets at pubs and clubs around the city during the following years embraced a range of grooves including soul-jazz, mod rock, Northern soul, and disco. Holmes is among the best in a growing cadre of invisible-soundtrack producers, responsible for feature-film soundtrack Ocean's Eleven and it’s hit single Elvis Presley's "A Little Less Conversation," (as remixed by Junkie XL). Holmes returns to the Green Isle to grace the main stage at Sea Sessions on Sat 26th.

CHILL OUT:Singer-Songwriter, TOM BAXTER will be immersing himself in local culture for three days having also confirmed a live performance at Donegal’s ground breaking Sea Sessions Surf and Music Festival. Baxter, whose 2008 album “Skybound” held the number one slot in Ireland for three weeks and was one of the best selling albums of the year, will perform live at the Marquee on the Beach in Bundoran on Sunday, June 27th.

REPRESENT:
Bringing a taste of “home-grown” to Sea Sessions 2010, local Irish talent will be strongly represented with live performances from CATHY DAVEY, THE FRANK AND WALTERS, DIRECTOR, JAMES VINCENT MCMORROW, CODES, O EMPEROR and THE HEATHERS to mention a few. Dubliner Davey will bring a sense of blues and ambient electronic sounds to her set, while Cork natives The Frank & Walters’ uplifting pop/rock sounds always promise a great live show. Platinum-selling Dublin foursome, Director will treat fans to over an hour of their biggest hits including “Come With a Friend, Leave It To Me” and “Reconnect” while critically acclaimed newcomers McMorrow, Codes and O Emperor have all been tipped as “one’s to watch” throughout 2010.

TAG, YOU’RE IT!:
Not only is the festival offering a vast selection of musical gems to cater to the avid music lover, Sea Sessions 2010 will also see the inclusion of activities and displays for those who fancy taking time-out from the stomping crowd pleasers. Participation activities provided by “RELENTLESS” will include a SKATE COMPETITION at the Festival Skate Area, a MOUNTAIN BIKE ASSAULT COURSE and a TAG RUGBY TOURNAMENT. For those who prefer to remain less active and soak up the sea air in stunning surrounds, BMX and POWER BOAT RACING DISPLAYS are set to entertain and amuse.

Media partner Today FM will be bringing the atmosphere of the event to the massses with DJ “KC” broadcasting LIVE from 2-4pm on Sat 26th June.

SURF’S UP!:
In just its 3rd year, the festival is sure to see Ireland’s surfing and festival fans flock to Bundoran, Co. Donegal for the country’s leading surf, skate and music festival. This June the seaside resort of Bundoran will once again be alive with the sound of great tunes and thumping surf as the cream of Irish Surfing Talent descend on the resort for an eclectic mix of music and surfing.

The QUIKSILVER Expression Session Competition is designed to allow Ireland’s foremost surfers the freedom to really “go for it” and bust big moves! Sea Sessions is stoked to welcome Quiksilver as the sponsor of its Expression Session Competition and for the lucky winner, have announced a 5 day holiday for two people to the “Quiksilver Pro” surf event in the South of France. Not only will the winner get the opportunity to enjoy 5 days of tube-riding, high performance waves and big surf possibilities, they will also be entered as a Wild Card entrant to the WQF, the Surfing WORLD QUALIFYING SERIES, where they will get the opportunity to showcase their best moves and daring stunts alongside the worlds surfing elite!

The event will be based on the best moves and won’t be limited by normal competition boundaries”, said Pete Craig of Bundoran Surf Company. “This means it is a lot more fun to watch than standard format events for non surfers”.

BOOK NOW:
The stellar line-up of artists performing over the three nights will ensure that the 5,000 limited tickets will be snapped up in a last minute grab.

'There has already been a lot of talk about the line up and advance ticket sales have been really strong without any advertising' says Declan Madden.

Weekend tickets for Sea Sessions 2010 are just €79.95. Camping available from €20 for a four night weekend pass. Tickets can be bought directly from www.seasessions.com or from www.ticketgroup.ie. Camping, self-catering accommodation, bed & breakfasts and hotels are readily available in the surrounding area of Bundoran and along the west coast of Co. Donegal.

LINE-UP:
Alistan & Gally, Andrew Weatherall, Fun Lovin' Criminals, Fred, The Dead Flags, Jester (2009 battle of the bands winner), Beckett, Cignol live set, Collie Funktion, Dark Room Notes, David Holmes, Paul Weller, Hypnotic Brass Ensemble, Trojan Sound System, David Kitt DJ Set, Director, The Frank And Walters, Droid&Slug 90's Set, Eamon Dolye, Fine Old Cannonballs 80's set, Firehouse Skank, Genie - MashUp Set, Jay Dub, Juliet's Rescue, Mad Dog, Mark Murphy, Mick Pressure, One Man Party, Tom Baxter, Cathy Davey, James Vincent McMorrow, Tucan, O Emperor, Rootical Sound System, Saving J, The Don Rosco, T-woc, Worries Outta National, The Heathers, Michael John, Surf Chixx, The Heathers, More TBA.

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2010-05-30T01:22:00.000-07:00

Hi this is the seasessions blog were we will keep you up to date on news and info about the festival