Disability Sport is a high priority in the City. Within Disability Sport a number of areas have been identified to be developed. These include both dedicated and inclusive sport for disabled people, whether using a local leisure centre or enjoying structured coaching in a specific sport.  Working with key partners we aim to increase the opportunities available and to break down some of the barriers for disabled people within the City.

Main areas of work are currently:

• Promote and encourage an inclusive approach to all Sports & Leisure activities in the City
• Support new and existing Disability Sport Clubs
• Encourage and assist individuals with a disability to access and participate in sport & leisure activities
• Support Castle Sports Association in the planning and delivery of events for Special and mainstream schools.
• Provide Disability Awareness training for coaches and sports leaders and leisure centre staff
• Support talented disabled performers and coaches to apply for grant aid.
• Support appropriate sports events and projects

Forthcoming Events & activities

• Nottinghamshire Youth Games  March- July 2007
• Castle Sports (Schools) Events – Cross Country Oct 2007, Dance, Wheelchair Sports Festival November 2007, Potted sports November 2007 and Basketball Festivals Mar 2008
• We are currently producing a Sport and Leisure access guide for people with disabilities.

Contacts

Sports Development Officer
Sarah Eyley
Tel:0115 915 2755
sarah.eyley@nottinghamcity.gov.uk

Sports Disability Unit
Nottinghamshire County Council
Tel:0115 9772885
sports.disability@nottscc.gov.uk