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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)

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

Confucius Cup
20th–22nd September, UCD, Dublin

Latest News

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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The Smithfield Special Returns

The Smithfield Special returns on Monday, 5th February (St. Brigid’s Day) for the first of four dates in 2024. Join us in the offices of Workday in Smithfield, Dublin 7, for a day of rated games at shorter time controls. The Smithfield Special is self-paired — when you’re finished your game, just look for another…

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Ireland Draw Again

Ireland managed their second consecutive draw in the Pandanet Go European Team Championship, going 2–2 against Austria in the fourth round. Although things looked dark after Karl Irwin and Matei Garcia lost on Boards 1 and 4 respectively, the best was yet to come. Playing black on Board 3, John Courtney ratcheted up…

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Go Set For Sale

The Go set has been sold now. Peter Donnelly is selling his Go set. The set consists of: —double-sided (19×19, 13×13) beech veneer board
—22x8mm glass stones
—bamboo bowls This is a tournament-quality set, in perfect condition. Asking price €75, delivery within Dublin (and possibly other locations) included. Contact Peter by phone or text to xxx to…

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