Dublin's first public Water Sports Centre has opened its doors in the IFSC.
The new state-of-the-art centre has been built alongside extended pontoons and an enhanced boardwalk.
The Quayside project will provide more access to the River Liffey for activities such as kayaking and paddle boarding.
The Water Sports Centre will be run by Swan Leisure who already operate two swimming pools on behalf of the council.
The €23 million development which took just over a year to construct provides a new rescue pontoon space for Dublin Fire Brigade's Water Rescue Service and the Irish Underwater Search and Recovery Unit and new office space for the Docklands agency.
The centre which is located on Custom House Quay sits right beside Georges Dock where the council previously proposed building a white water rafting centre.
The future of the dry dock is still under discussion with proposals to build a Lido or outdoor swimming area among the ideas being considered for its redevelopment.
Speaking at the launch, Lord Mayor of Dublin Councillor Ray McAdam said its opening was a milestone in the ongoing transformation of our Docklands.
"Water Sports Centre invites Dubliners to rediscover the Liffey as a space for activity, learning, and enjoyment. The Quayside Project belongs to all who live, work, and visit this great city," he said.
The Water Sports Centre is in its setup phase, where different water-based activities are currently being trialled.
They will decide on which water sports to offer before they become full operational next Spring.
