SIMON NEWTON
“Because everybody should be entitled to take part in whatever they choose to do, and not be restricted due to their disability, and access for them, especially after school age.”
Simon Newton a delegate at the Typhoo Sports for All course in Durham on 6 March 2010. Simon is 34, and lives in Willington, Co. Durham. Simon coaches New Age Kurling at Lead to Encourage Activities, Participation & Sports (LEAPS), Blind Life IN Durham (B.L.IN.D) and the North East Kurling Association.
What elements of the course you felt were most useful?
“Practical coaching sessions were very good and made us think about how we could adapt different sports and activities.”
What additional knowledge/ skills have you gained from attending the course?
“An insight into the various methods of sports provision for those people who are disabled.”
The difference the course will make to you
“It will enable me to assist others better in making provision for individuals so that anybody can take part in SPORT and SOCIAL activities"
