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The next couple of weeks are an exciting time to celebrate the achievements of many amazing disabled athletes during Paris 2024. But while celebrating all these incredible displays of athleticism it’s easy to forget that there are still many barriers to exercise for disabled people.
Did you know that 70% of disabled young people in the UK don’t get the opportunities to be active? If you find that as shocking as we do sign up to be part of changing this!
Many sports and activity clubs don’t have the equipment or trained staff to be able to include children and young adults with complex disabilities. We are all aware of the huge physical and mental health benefits that exercise brings which sadly many disabled people are being excluded from.
At Seashell we are removing those barriers to health and well-being activities. We offer an inclusive community sports and activities programme that, unlike other clubs, provides 1:1 support which means children with disabilities can get involved in new activities in a safe and supported way.
Charlotte, who has cerebral palsy, took part in Seashell holiday club where she got involved in a wide range of activities from climbing to yoga. She loved it so much she was inspired to do Seashell sports and wellbeing sessions all year around. Her love for yoga has had a positive effect on her health. Due to her cerebral palsy, she was not able to walk until recently. She has been working with a physio who said Charlotte doing yoga has helped her achieve her goal of learning how to walk. Can you imagine how Charlotte must feel?
So, while you’re watching the Paralympics think about all the disabled children and young adults out there who would love to have the opportunity to do sports. Sign up here to show your support for improving disabled exercise programmes.