At DSR, we understand how much effort goes into finding fun and inclusive activities that are right for you, and that is why we have created the SportRec Access pathway to participation
Many people with disability would like to take part in sport and recreation
Some key barriers are:
- Uncertainty about how to get started and where to go
- The type of sports available
- The accessible equipment needed
- Financial barriers
- Nervousness about being accepted by peers
- Physical accessibility of venues
- Transport to and from programs is often another barrier associated with reduced and inconsistent participation
The path laid out below has been designed to direct you in a logical manner to how you can participate in sport if you have a disability
Step 1: Search for inclusive programs running in your local area on AAA Play
Access for All Abilities is a Victorian Government initiative coordinated by Sport and Recreation Victoria. Access for All Abilities providers are professionals working at a community level to develop inclusive sport and recreation opportunities for people of all abilities
Phone: (03) 9935 8031
Step 2: Contact your council’s metro inclusion officer to find out what local teams or programs you may be able to participate in
Step 3: You can find the contact details of organisations that provide sport and recreation services for people with disability in our recently updated service directory
The Directory Contains-
- State Sporting Associations (e.g Cricket Australia, AFL Victoria)
- Disability and General Sport Associations (e.g Sport Inclusion Australia, VicSport)
- Leisure and Recreation Organisations (e.g Sailability )
- Outdoor Recreations Organisations (e.g YMCA and People Outdoors)
Step 4: If you can’t find what you’re looking for and you’d like help finding a program that’s right for you, please contact us by filling in your details: