Disability Inclusion In Community Sport Training - Linc Centre

Tuesday, July 16, 2024

This training will empower coaches & representatives from your organisation to integrate disability inclusive practice into your programmes.

What will I get from the Disability Inclusion Training?

Disability Inclusion Training is designed to increase confidence, competence, and knowledge to deliver fun and inclusive activities for all abilities and needs. The workshop explores both disability-focused delivery and being inclusive of disabled people within your existing sport sessions.

What will I learn?

Disability Inclusion Training covers:

  • Introduction to various disabilities, impairment groups and long-term health conditions – including physical disabilities; learning disabilities and difficulties; visual impairments; hearing impairments and other non-visible disabilities
  • Barriers and challenges for disabled people in accessing traditionally provided sport and physical activity
  • The importance of disability inclusivity through a sport and physical activity lens
  • Tools, tips and ideas for adapting sessions and activities to various needs, and developing inclusive practice in your own environment
  • Practical skills to apply inclusive practice in your own environment

What can I expect?

This Disability Inclusion Training will be run in person and will include:

  • Information sharing from tutors - utilising a powerpoint presentation
  • Open questions to the group - questions will be asked to the group, and you will be invited to share when and how you feel comfortable (this might include writing answers down, sharing to the room, or choosing not to share)
  • Discussion with peers - this will include small group discussions, and we ask participants to get involved in discussions as they feel comfortable.
  • Practical application - taking part in pratical activities as individuals or in a group

How to register

Please complete this form to confirm your registration and follow the instructions on your confirmation email to help us create the best learning experience possible.