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Oideas Gael
From Taoisigh to Hollywood stars, Oideas Gael have hosted all sort of language learners. Oideas Gael is located in Gleann Cholm Cille in South-West Donegal. This Gaeltacht area, named after St. Colm Cille, is located in the scenically splendid Sliabh Liag peninsula.
Oideas Gael have a whole host of courses from which you can choose, from courses based in song to hillwalking and their latest, a bilingual summer school which encompasses the Irish language and some of Donegal' best renowned writers, to name but a few.
Oidhreacht Chorca Dhuibhne
If you've always wanted to spend a few days in West Kerry's Gaeltacht region of Corca Dhuibhne then a course with Oidhreacht Chorca Dhuibhne is the perfect opportunity. There are courses for learners of various levels from beginners to those looking to master their blas.
Scoil na Sléibhte
Based in the Garden of Ireland, Scoil na Sléibhte offers chats, company, friendships, culture and music all through the medium of Irish in a special corner of County Wicklow. An opportunity for you to use and practise your Irish inside and outside the classroom over a weekend – a Gaeltacht experience where you wouldn't expect it!

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