Tuesday 22 April 2008

English Federation of Disability Sport

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Colin Jackson
Count Me In

The need for equal access to sport by disabled people has been proved by the 12,131 people who have registered their support for the English Federation of Disability Sport, Count Me In Campaign. Arrangements are being made to present a bound volume listing the supporters to the Prime Minister

What is the main barrier to disabled people participating in sport? TransportMoneyLack of suitable clubsLack of information

English Federation of Disability Sport East Midlands is committed to improving opportunities for all disabled people to participate in sport and physical activity to the level of their choice. We work with the National Disability Sports Organisations, National Governing Bodies of Sport and the five Regional County Sports Partnerships to drive forward the development of Disability Sport.

Headlines

› Jayant Mistry takes on role of Inclusive Sport Development Officer
Wheelchair tennis

Following his retirement from international competition, Jayant Mistry, GBs number one tennis player has joined the EFDS East Midlands team taking on the role of Inclusive Sport Development Officer.

› A fun afternoon at Countesthorpe Community College
A fun afternoon at Counesthorpe Community College

Eight local disabled people and their carers enjoyed an afternoon of activities at Countesthorpe Community College.

› Wheelchair football taster session
Wheelchair Football

Scott Keating aged 16 was one of 20 young people taking part in a four hour wheelchair football taster session held at Aylestone Leisure Centre in Leicester.

Events

› Getting People Active
Fri 11th Apr 2008 to Wed 30th Apr 2008

The Inclusive Fitness Initiative is holding a series of free regional information days in April. Participants will have the opportunity to meet the regional team and gain an understanding of the Initiative

› East Midlands Gymnastics & Trampoline Disability Roadshow
Sun 27th Apr 2008

The Roadshow will run from 10 - 4pm and is for coaches, clubs and participants to develop skills knowledge and confidence to get involved in gymnastics and movement for disabled people.

English Federation Of Disability Sport Manchester Metropolitan University, Alsager Campus, Hassall Road, Alsager, Stoke on Trent ST7 2HL

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