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Welcome to the Irish Go Association (IGA) website. Learn about the ancient game of Go (aka Baduk or WeiQi) and find out where you can join one of our clubs throughout Ireland. Be sure to check out the IGA Discord channel where you can meet our community, talk about Go and organise activities online.

Clubs

Belfast — every other Monday from 18.30, Northern Lights (Ormeau Road)

Dublin — Wednesdays, from 19.30 until closing, in Toner's

Lisburn — Saturdays, 10am — Facebook

Galway — Wednesdays, 7pm, McSwiggan's

Tournaments & Events

2024 Irish Championship
Qualifiers (Jan–Feb, online)
Top 8 (2nd–3rd March, Dublin)

Annual General Meeting
12th March, online

April Rip-Off
13th April, Teacher's Club, Dublin 1

Latest News

AGM Date Change

The date for Annual General Meeting has been changed to 8pm, Tuesday, March 12th to avoid clashing with the upcoming Pandanet Go European Team Championship match. The deadline for submission of motions and nominations for office has likewise been extended to Sunday, 10th March.

Croatia Prevail Against Ireland

Croatia emerged the clear victor in a bruising fifth round encounter with Ireland in the Pandanet Go European Team Championship, winning the match 4–0. Karl Irwin’s was the first head on the block, his match taking place on Monday evening. Karl pinned everything on central influence, building a massive moyo. His framework ultimately…

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Irish Correspondence Championship 2024

The correspondence championship will be starting once again on Sunday February 18th, and entries are open. Games will be played on OGS, as part of the Ireland group. Similar to previous years, this tournament is open to anyone who is Irish, has ever lived in Ireland, is married or otherwise related to someone…

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Date Set for AGM

NB post updated to reflect new date. The Annual General Meeting of the Irish Go Association will take place online, at 8pm Tuesday, March 12th. The purpose of the meeting is to elect new officers for the coming year, to appoint a new committee, and to discuss and vote on any motions proposed by the…

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Weekend Workshop with Motoki

In a first for Irish Go, the IGA is bringing renowned teacher Motoki Noguchi 7d to Ireland. Motoki is a six-time French Champion and has taught many strong French players. Join us for a weekend in a scenic Connemara village, playing games, honing your skills, and receiving unrivalled insight from one of the top players…

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