A SPORT AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY PROJECT FOR DISABLED CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE IN LUTON.

The vision of the project is to raise the profile of disability sport and physical activity in Luton through the provision of sustainable sport and physical activity opportunities for disabled young people (aged 5-18) in Luton.

Aims:

• The engagement of disabled children and young people in sport and physical activity
• The education of providers, coaches and teachers about the barriers faced by young disabled people in accessing sport and physical activity
• To work in partnership with multiple agencies to provide sustainable sport and physical activity opportunities
• To offer coaching and competitive opportunities in a range of sports
• To research sporting needs of young disabled people in order to shape future sports provision
• To assist and support mainstream sports clubs in developing inclusive sessions

The project provides Luton with well established community based multi-skills clubs for primary and secondary school children, providing a wide range of opportunities to acquire new skills, raise self esteem, build confidence, develop social skills and make new friendships in a safe, secure and fun environment.

Sports Include: Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Cricket, Dance, Football, Netball, Swimming, Tennis

Within the Access 2 Sport Project in partnership with the ‘Luton Schools Disability Sports Association’ and Hertfordshire School Sports Partnership we have a very successful Athletics Team who competes in the DSE Regional and National Competitions.

Since 2003 – Over 200 Medals

55% of which are Gold

Over 20 National champions

10 National Record Holders

The Access 2 sport has a number of success stories on a sporting and personal level.

It engages approximately 100 young people per week and does not only provide sustainable sport and physical activity opportunities but also provides opportunities for the improvement of participants health, mobility and wellbeing as well as the chance to further personal ambitions.

For further information contact Matt Corder on: 01582 400272