EFDS Update – Jan 2016
DSAuk launches new Get Pedalling cycle scheme
The Dwarf Sports Association UK (DSAuk) has launched a new initiative to encourage more people with dwarfism to give cycling a go. The Get Pedalling cycle scheme aims to encourage DSAuk members to get on their bikes and pedal into 2016.
Following their hugely successful Coast 2 Coast fundraising cycle ride in July 2015, DSAuk are launching a new Get Pedalling cycle scheme to encourage all people with dwarfism to give cycling a go. Cycling, as an activity, is healthy, low impact and can be enjoyed at your own pace on solo, group or friends and family rides. Cycling also provides excellent social opportunities and fantastic health benefits for everyone taking part.
For more information about DSAuk’s Get Pedalling cycle scheme, please contact DSAuk;
T:01246 296 485
New research for better opportunities for young disabled people
New research released today (Wednesday 9 December 2015) highlights a clear need to engage disabled people in sport and physical activity at a young age. Active Beyond Education? was produced in partnership and illustrates some of the ways to prevent a decline in participation as people move into adulthood. The findings will support educators, healthcare professionals and sport providers to deliver more accessible activities for young disabled people.
Active Beyond Education? was commissioned by six of the UK’s National Disability Sports Organisations (NDSOs) – British Blind Sport, Cerebral Palsy Sport, Dwarf Sports Association UK, LimbPower, UK Deaf Sport and WheelPower, in partnership with the English Federation of Disability Sport and supported by Sport England’s Inclusive Sport Fund. The NDSOs will use the findings to shape future provision of sport and physical activity for young disabled people and support more people with specific impairments to be active.