EFDS - English Federation of Disability Sport

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Inclusive Fitness Initiative gyms are located all around the country. They are equipped with the latest whole body workout equipment and highly trained gym staff. The gyms guarantee a seamless journey for all users, from arriving at the facility, through to accessible changing rooms, training advice and equipment choice. Providing an inclusive environment for members, they create a positive and supportive environment in which to exercise.

English Federation of Disability Sport (EFDS) is the national body responsible for developing sport for disabled people in England. As a registered charity we rely on funding to support our work. Working with key partners, including National Disability Sport Organisations (NDSOs), we aim to increase and improve sports opportunities.

Headlines

› Stoke Mandeville hosts young participants in Festival of Sport

In the week before 100 days to go to the London Paralympic Games, Stoke Mandeville Stadium- the home of the Paralympic movement- will welcome young disabled people to try out a variety of sports. The Festival of Sport on 16-17 May is not only a chance for children with all impairments to be talent spotted by sports bodies, but also an opportunity to enjoy activities and get a taste for sport.

› Helena Lucas completes sailing team at London 2012

The British Paralympic Association (BPA) today announced that the final place in the sailing team for the London 2012 Paralympic Games will be filled by Helena Lucas.

› Whitehead, Cockroft and Blake celebrate new world records

Richard Whitehead (coach: Keith Antoine/Liz Yelling), Hannah Cockroft (Peter Eriksson) and Paul Blake (Rob Ellchuk) made history at the London 2012 Paralympic athletics test event today (Tuesday 8 May) when clocking new World Records in the T42 200m, T34 100m and T36 1500m respectively.

Events

› Festival of Sport South Wed 16th May 2012 to Sat 18th May 2013

The Festival of Sport South (formally Mini Games) will be held at Stoke Mandeville on Wednesday 16 and Thursday 17 May.

› CP Sport Grand Prix Athletics Series - Chelmsford Sat 26th May 2012

The third competition of the CP Sport Athletics Grand Prix Series. Athletes from other disability groups are warmly invited to participate at both senior and junior level at the discretion of CP Sport. Closing date: Friday 4th May

› British Wheelchair Athletics Association (BWAA) Grand Prix for Seated Throwers Sat 9th Jun 2012 to Sun 10th Jun 2012

This is the third BWAA Athletics Grand Prix for seated throwers of the season and will be held at the National Disability Sports Centre in Stoke Mandeville.

› The Inclusive Fitness Initiative

is a programme supporting the fitness industry to become more inclusive-catering for the needs of disabled and non-disabled people, as well as raising physical activity participation levels.

› The Playground to Podium

framework has been developed to help young disabled people progress from PE and community sport to high-level performance and competition. Follow the link to find out more.

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