EFDS - English Federation of Disability Sport

Why I think Typhoo Sports for All is worthwhile - Sir Geoff Hurst

I can’t imagine my life without sport – it defines me and the way I live. Taking up sport full time was the best career move I ever made and I’m lucky that I was able to take it to a professional level and do what I love every day –some people don’t get that privilege, that’s why the Typhoo Sports For All is such an important initiative

English Federation of Disability Sport (EFDS) is the national body responsible for developing sport for disabled people in England. We work closely with the six National Disability Sports Organisations (NDSOs) recognised by Sport England to develop sporting opportunities for the 11 million disabled people in England:

Headlines

› Typhoo Course Update 9 March

We’ve now topped 2,000 online registrations to access the free places. We’ve run 35 courses and trained over 500 people. The feedback forms are being processed and looking very positive. When asked ‘Would you recommend this workshop to colleagues?’ 96% said ‘Yes’.

› Young swimming stars showcase future talent

Over two hundred young swimmers showcased their talent at the National Junior Swimming Championships this weekend. Many broke personal best times with a few even celebrating new British records.

› Volleyball England Announces First Official Women’s Sitting Development Programme For Paralympic Discipline

Volleyball England has announced that Great Britain Sitting Volleyball will include a Women’s Development Programme for the first time in the sports history.

Events

› Disabled Cricket Open Day Sat 3rd Apr 2010

If you are an aspiring disabled cricketer or disabled person that would like to try cricket, the Devon Cricket Board are holding an open day/training session for disabled people on Saturday the 3rd of April from 9.am - midday at the Sir Christopher Ondaatje cricket centre in Exeter on the University Campus.

› CP sport Grand Prix Athletics Series 2010 Sat 17th Apr 2010 to Sat 21st Aug 2010

CP Sport will be hosting five Grand Prix competitions during 2010. The winning athletes will be presented with their respective prizes during the CP National Championships on Saturday 18th September at Harvey Hadden Stadium, Nottingham.

› 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.

› Would you like to learn to swim?

British Swimming is keen to create opportunities at all levels for disabled people to take part. Follow the link to see what's available in your region.

What is the main barrier to disabled people participating in sport?