Ability Sports

Wiltshire Inclusive Dance

Wiltshire Inclusive Dance (WID) invites young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities to join in with creating movement and have freedom to dance around the space! With the use of colourful props and music, sessions are engaging, fun and interactive. Delivered by qualified dance movement therapists, the sessions are designed to ensure every individual is engaged and enjoy the many benefits music and dance can bring. Each session is followed by 15 minutes for refreshments.

Inclusive Play

Inclusive Play provides a safe space for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities to lead their own play. Running two Saturdays a month, sessions provide an opportunity for children to explore, play and socialise. Parent/carers are required to stay.

Rising Stars

Rising Stars is a community sports club for young people with SEN and/or disabilities who are aged 8 to 16 years old. Clubs encourage young people to explore new activities and sports, helping individuals gain life skills as they take part. Participants develop social, personal, creative, and learning skills as well as benefiting from improved confidence and self-esteem. These clubs provide a safe, friendly, and fun environment for everyone and new members are always welcome

Fit Club

Fit Club is a sports club for adults aged 17 and above with disabilities allowing participants to continue to take part in sport and physical activity. The clubs help individuals lead a healthier and more active lifestyle, as well as providing the chance to develop sporting and social skills in a relaxed and fun environment. Participants will learn how to play different sports and develop team skills such as communication and working together whilst improving spatial awareness.

Wiltshire Boccia Club

Wiltshire Boccia Club is an exciting opportunity for people with disabilities and their friends/siblings to come along and take part in a Paralympic sport. Boccia is a non-contact sport that relies upon the skill of the player rather than size, speed, and strength. A ball can be propelled by rolling, throwing, or kicking. A ramp can be used if required. Players will experience competitive opportunities in a friendly atmosphere with the emphasis on taking part and enjoyment.

Adapted Cycling

Wiltshire Wheels for All is an inclusive cycling programme providing opportunities for adults and young people with a disability or mobility issues to take part. A range of adapted cycles are on offer including tandems, tricycles and hand cycles with all sessions delivered by qualified leaders. Individuals are welcome to bring their own adapted bike if they wish to.

The club is currently paused with further information about its restart coming shortly.

For further information about the above sessions please contact Disability Sports Development Officer - robert.paget@wiltshire.gov.uk (opens new window).

Swim programme

Various swim classes and opportunities are available to children and adults across the county.

Get Out, Get Active (GOGA)

GOGA is a programme developed by the national inclusive charity 'Activity Alliance' and is funded by Spirit of 2012.

The aim is to target the least active members of our community, bringing disabled (inc. those with long term health conditions) and non-disabled people together to enjoy the physical, social, and mental benefits associated with physical activity. In Wiltshire, we have also targeted those that were at risk of rural and social isolation during the pandemic. There are opportunities for individuals to develop their skills and volunteer within the programme.

Cricket

For all disability and inclusive cricket opportunities, contact: Wiltshire Cricket Officer - pete.sykes@wiltshirecricket.co.uk (opens new window)

Football

For all disability and inclusive football opportunities, contact Wiltshire FA Officer - Lyndon.Taylor@wiltshirefa.com (opens new window)

Tennis

For all disability and inclusive tennis opportunities, contact Wiltshire Tennis Foundation - Kathryn.Brooks@wiltshiretennis.org.uk (opens new window)

Badminton

For all disability and inclusive badminton opportunities, contact Badminton England - enquiries@badmintonengland.co.uk (opens new window)

Sports wheelchair hire

Schools, clubs and community groups can hire sports chairs that are suitable for wheelchair basketball and wheelchair tennis.