Play, Activity & Leisure Ireland
Children enjoying trampolines, soft play, karting and bowling at Irish activity centres
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.

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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 of Myk Baxter Marketing and PALI trusted partner

Myk Baxter

Founder, Myk Baxter Marketing

Supported by trusted industry partners

ISME, Irish SME Association
Bright HR
Catherine Lockhart
David Clinton Photography
GLU e-learning
Jan Harte HR Mentor
Linda Ward
Eoin McGrath
Morelli
Play Services Ireland
Procure.ie
Kellanova
Element7
Hop Skip Jump Play
Tommy Gill
MBM
ISME, Irish SME Association
Bright HR
Catherine Lockhart
David Clinton Photography
GLU e-learning
Jan Harte HR Mentor
Linda Ward
Eoin McGrath
Morelli
Play Services Ireland
Procure.ie
Kellanova
Element7
Hop Skip Jump Play
Tommy Gill
MBM
A staff member performing a safety inspection in an indoor activity centre

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
Learn about the scheme
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
Apply as single centre
Recommended
Multi-Site Operator
€200/additional centre

Plus €300 base fee. Excluding VAT.

  • , All single-centre benefits
  • , Group dashboard and consolidated billing
  • , Multi-site safety and compliance support
  • , Priority partner introductions
Apply as multi-site

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

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

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

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

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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Latest activity

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Announcement

PALI members now get ISME membership included

Every PALI member is now welcomed into ISME, the Irish SME Association, unlocking a HR advice line, the HR Hub of contracts and templates, subsidised Skillnet training and the ISME Advantage savings programme.

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Membership FAQs

Answers to the most common questions before applying.

Ready to join?

Your business does not have to face industry challenges alone.

Join a community of experienced play, activity and leisure operators working together to protect, support and strengthen the sector.