Jennifer Whitmore (Wicklow, Social Democrats)
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180. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if clarification will be provided on limits for indoor and outdoor classes; if the same limits apply, if these classes are held as part of a gym complex as the indoor and outdoor limits for yoga, pilates, ballet and dance classes in view of recent health guidelines; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22192/20]

Eamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party)
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As the statutory body with responsibility for the development of sport, Sport Ireland has issued guidance to the sport sector on the practical implications for sport of the most recent restrictions announced on 18 August.

The following points contained in the guidance may be helpful in answering your query:

- Organised Sports training within indoor facilities can do so in multiple pods of 6 once sufficient space is available and strict public health protocols are in place.

- Indoor Exercise & Dance classes should remain at 6 only as per guidance however may operate multiple pods if sufficient space is available and strict public health protocols are in place.

- Total Indoor Gym/Facility/Pool Use can remain at the previous maximum levels of 50 once there is sufficient space available. In addition, facilities should be extra vigilant of potential congestion points such as entrance/exit points, changing rooms and reception areas ensuring that social distancing and other public health measures are maintained at all times.

- Outdoor Exercise & Sports training can do so in multiple pods of 15 once sufficient space is available and strict public health protocols are in place.

The full guidance is available on Sport Ireland's website www.sportireland.ie