Decathlon will open its third store in Ireland, located in the restored Clerys Quarter on O’Connell Street, this coming Friday, 28th June, at 12pm.
Decathlon Ballymun opened in 2020 and Decathlon Limerick in 2023.
After months of sourcing, Decathlon secured a long-term partnership for a 30-year agreement in the iconic building. The opening will also create over 50 new jobs locally across various areas.
The store will span two levels with a floor area of over 2,200 square metres. Upon entering the store customers can explore areas covering running, swimming, nutrition, yoga and Pilates.
The lower level contains even more sports, including hiking and camping, cycling and urban mobility, fitness and boxing, and team sports such as GAA, soccer, golf, and tennis.
Throughout the store, customers can discover innovative Decathlon brands as well as brands that they know and love.
The store boasts both online and in-store solutions to discover and make purchases, all while being assisted by Decathlon’s experienced sports advisors.
Connected Order is the digital solution for Decathlon’s teammates in-store to sell the whole product catalogue even when products are out of stock. This will also be where customers can shop larger ticket items that may not be available in the Clerys Quarter store due to floor space, and these items will be delivered directly to their homes.
The store will also feature the Decathlon workshop, a cornerstone of all stores designed to extend the life of products and cater to a wide demographic of sports enthusiasts. It will feature an express workshop on the ground floor for quick services and a main workshop in the basement for more comprehensive repairs and maintenance.
Current estimates show that there are at least 26,000 bikes in Dublin City Centre daily, and the Decathlon workshop will be the place to head to if you’re having trouble with yours.
Additionally, the workshop also offers a garment printing service and a range of trophies. These services are tailored to meet the diverse needs of the clientele, from personalising cycling apparel to celebrating achievements with custom trophies.
“We are thrilled that we are opening our much-anticipated third store in Ireland this week, particularly in the iconic Clerys Building on O’Connell Street,” said Elena Pecos, CEO at Decathlon Ireland.
“Clerys holds a special place in the hearts of many Irish people, and we are delighted and honoured to become a part of this legacy.”
“Our commitment goes beyond offering sports products; it extends to creating a community hub where the people of Dublin can continue to build their active lifestyles and create new memories for future generations. We cannot wait to welcome everyone into this fantastic new store.”
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