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Est. 2019 · Representing Irish Operators
The collective voice of Ireland's activity & leisure sector.
Join a nationwide community of operators receiving industry representation, practical business support, training, and access to a structured group insurance scheme for indoor and outdoor venues.
120+Member Businesses
2019Established
70%+Insurance Access Rate
AllianceFor Insurance Reform
The industry landscape
You run the business. PALI handles the industry challenges.
Operating in the leisure sector has never been more complex. We provide the collective shield and practical support your business needs.
Insurance uncertainty
Public liability cover is increasingly difficult to secure for activity venues. PALI negotiates as a collective.
Regulatory pressure
Health & safety, HR and compliance requirements change constantly. We keep members ahead of the curve.
Rising operating costs
Supplier discounts, group purchasing and shared operational advice help protect your margins.
Operating in isolation
Running a leisure business can be lonely. Access peer support from operators who understand your challenges.
Membership benefits
Practical, financial and strategic value designed by operators for operators.
Insurance Support
Access to consideration for PALI's group insurance scheme, subject to compliance and insurer criteria.
Learn about the schemeIndustry Representation
A collective voice with policymakers, government, media and industry bodies including the Alliance for Insurance Reform.
See our lobbying workTraining & Development
Free and discounted courses covering operational, commercial and safety topics relevant to your venue.
View upcoming trainingGroup Discounts
Preferential rates from trusted suppliers and service providers covering equipment, utilities and professional services.
Browse trusted partnersMember Community
Peer support through member WhatsApp groups, networking events and operator-to-operator knowledge sharing.
Explore the member communitySafety & Compliance
Inspection support, policies, procedures, templates and best-practice guidance tailored to the leisure sector.
Explore compliance supportMember Promotion
Directory listings, member stories and public promotion that helps consumers find reputable PALI venues.
Find a PALI MemberBusiness & HR Support
ISME membership included with every PALI membership: a HR advice line, contract and policy templates, subsidised training and the ISME Advantage savings programme.
See what ISME gives you
NEW MEMBER BENEFIT
Exclusive Member Benefit
PALI has teamed up with Myk Baxter Marketing to give members a powerful digital boost: a comprehensive marketing audit, a custom website concept tailored to your business, and access to a custom online booking system with unlimited bookings, zero commission, and full ownership of your customer data.
Book your free consultationDelivered by Myk Baxter Marketing, PALI trusted partner
Myk Baxter
Founder, Myk Baxter Marketing
2026 AGMAdvocacy in action
PALI board meets Alliance for Insurance Reform
Board members met Alliance representatives at the recent PALI AGM to continue the push for sustainable, affordable insurance cover for activity and leisure operators across Ireland.
Training partners
PALI board meets IAAT partners at 2026 AGM
The PALI board welcomed IAAT — the Irish Adventure Activity Trainers — to this year's AGM, strengthening the link between member venues and quality-assured adventure activity training across Ireland.
2026 AGMSupported by trusted industry partners
Member success story
How PALI member Jungle Den grew bookings by 68%
The Naas and Newbridge venue worked with PALI trusted partner Myk Baxter Marketing on a new website and commission-free booking system. In the first full month, confirmed bookings rose from 221 to 371.
- More August bookings, year on year
- +68%
- Booking commission
- 0%
- Number-one Google positions
- 24
More August bookings, year on year
Booking commission
Number-one Google positions
The PALI Group Insurance Scheme
One of the most powerful reasons operators join. We negotiate as a collective to secure access to public and employer liability cover for businesses that meet PALI safety and compliance standards.
- Access to consideration for the group scheme, subject to compliance review
- Independent insurer assessment, acceptance is not guaranteed
- Support through the application and renewal process
The membership journey
How membership works
A simple, transparent journey from enquiry to active membership.
01
Check eligibility
Confirm your business type qualifies for PALI membership.
02
Apply online
Complete a short application with your business details.
03
Committee review
PALI reviews your application to maintain sector standards.
04
Access benefits
Join the community, access resources and request insurance consideration.
Membership investment
Clear, fixed-fee structures for single and multi-site operators. No hidden costs.
Single Centre
€300/year
Excluding VAT
- , Industry representation & lobbying
- , Insurance scheme eligibility
- , Training and business support
- , Member directory listing
- , Supplier discount access
- , ISME membership included
Recommended
Multi-Site Operator
€300/per centre
Every centre charged at the full rate. Excluding VAT.
- , All single-centre benefits
- , Group dashboard and consolidated billing
- , Multi-site safety and compliance support
- , Priority partner introductions
Insurance scheme consideration is subject to a separate fee and independent insurer assessment. Acceptance is not guaranteed.
"PALI's collective approach was instrumental in helping us secure public and employer's liability insurance at a time when the market was almost entirely closed to our sector."
Liam O'Connor
Managing Director, West Coast Adventure
"The training and compliance resources alone have saved us hours every month. Having a peer network of operators who genuinely understand your challenges is invaluable."
Sarah Byrne
Owner, Jump & Play Centre, Cork
"Through PALI we accessed preferential supplier rates and expert HR advice that we simply could not afford as a small independent business. It has transformed how we operate."
Mark Daly
Founder, Adventure Island Family Park
"PALI represents our sector with credibility and passion. From lobbying government to promoting members publicly, they make a real difference for Irish leisure businesses."
Niamh Kelleher
Operations Director, FunZone Galway
Why operators join
Insurance access70%+ of members
Member businesses120+ nationwide
Training delivered3,400+ modules
Figures represent recent PALI activity and are subject to verification.
Member Directory
Discover PALI members across Ireland
Search by county, venue type or activity category to find reputable play, activity and leisure businesses near you.
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Answers to the most common questions before applying.
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Join a community of experienced play, activity and leisure operators working together to protect, support and strengthen the sector.