Sean Coffey fundraising for Down Syndrome Centre - Dublin in Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2025
I am training to run the Dublin Marathon in October to help fundraise for The Down Syndrome Centre. I am attempting to pretty much go from the couch to Marathon from a running perspective. All funds raised here will go directly to this great cause and will do so immediately. This charity is very close to our hearts as they provide invaluable services to Noah and many other children. The centre provide developmental supports such as physio, speech and language, music therapy and Lámh to name but a few. I hope you can help by donating whatever you can. Simply click the Donate button above. I plan to post regular training updates to keep all donors posted. Thank you very much for your support.
Training Updates:
Date:
2025-07-03
Distance:
6.00 KM
Time:
00:30
RUN 45 5mins 3 seconds km pace
Date:
2025-07-02
Distance:
14.52 KM
Time:
01:19
RUN 44 - 5 mins 26 seconds per km
Date:
2025-06-25
Distance:
13.00 KM
Time:
01:12
RUN 41 - 13KM - average pace 5:31/km
Date:
2025-06-09
Distance:
5.00 KM
Time:
00:23
SPEED TEST - RUN 34 - 23 mins 10 seconds
Proj Marathon based on time 3:38 - 3.49
Date:
2025-05-18
Distance:
21.02 KM
Time:
02:05
1/2 Marathon - Clondalkin Bear Race Series - 2hr 4 mins 42 seconds
5:55/km
Date:
2025-04-27
Distance:
16.00 KM
Time:
01:29
RUN 18 - 1 hr 28 mins 45 seconds
5:32/km
Date:
2025-04-12
Distance:
14.00 KM
Time:
01:19
RUN 14 - 1hr 19 mins
Date:
2025-04-05
Distance:
5.00 KM
Time:
00:24
RUN 12 23 mins 58 seconds - 5KM
New estimated time for 1/2 Marathon (1hr 50 to 1hr 57) 4hr 17 mins for full
Date:
2025-04-02
Distance:
12.00 KM
Time:
01:11
RUN 11 - 1hr 11mins 14 seconds
5 mins 56 seconds / km
Date:
2025-03-27
Distance:
10.00 KM
Time:
00:57
RUN 9 - 10KM - 57 mins 01 seconds
5 mins 42 per km
About Down Syndrome Centre - Dublin
In October 2014, the first Down Syndrome Centre opened its doors to Ireland's only service-led facility for children with Down syndrome (Ds) and their families. The centre was founded by Peter Gaw and his wife Mary, due to the frustration at not being able to access services for their two youngest children – both of whom have Ds. We now have two centres in Dublin and a further three under our umbrella in Cork, northeast and midlands.
We provide vital services to children with Ds up to 18 years. We also have a huge focus on families. Along with providing early intervention therapy services to over 300 children, the centres are a place for parents to meet, get information and build support networks and communities.
Our mission is to provide services and facilities to enable children with Down syndrome to have the same opportunities in life as their peers, and to enable each child to reach their full potential.
We receive no government support. We fundraise to provide all services.
About Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2025 Fundraising Campaign
Run for More Than a Medal – Fundraise with the Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2025!
Join thousands of runners this October for the Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2025 and make every mile count. Whether you're chasing a personal best or tackling your first 26.2, this is your chance to support a cause close to your heart. By running and fundraising, you’ll help transform lives — one step at a time. Lace up, sign up, and let your marathon journey mean more. Because together, we go further.
Join thousands of runners this October for the Irish Life Dublin Marathon 2025 and make every mile count. Whether you're chasing a personal best or tackling your first 26.2, this is your chance to support a cause close to your heart. By running and fundraising, you’ll help transform lives — one step at a time. Lace up, sign up, and let your marathon journey mean more. Because together, we go further.
