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Contents 3. Introduction
4. Information Bar
5. Keep up to date!
6. insport
7. Disability Ffit Card
8. Conwy Sea Rowers
9. Abergele Cricket Club
10. Colwyn Bay Hockey Club
11. Conwy Whales
12. Abergele Boccia Club
13. Colwyn Bay Athletics Club
14. Colwyn Bay Boccia Club
15. Colwyn Bay Cricket Club
16. Colwyn Bowmen Archery
17. Conwy Castles Boccia Club
18. Conwy Golf Club
19. Conwy Monkeys Climbing
Club
20. Conwy Thunder WBC -
Development
21. Conwy Thunder WBC -
Squad
22. Conwy Valley Surf Club
23. Craig-y-Don Tennis Club
24. Disability Skiing Wales
25. Kinmel Bay VIPs
26. Llandudno Junction
Parkinson’s UK Boccia Club
27. Llandudno FITC
28. Llanrwst Canoe Club
29. Llanrwst Mini Polo Club
30. Llanwrst Squash Club
31. Mochdre Lions DFC
32. North Wales Golf Club
33. North Wales Sub-Aqua Club
34. RGC Wheelchair Rugby
35. Supertots
36. Tamashii Karate Club
37. Vi-Ability Fun Football
38. Wheelchair Basketball North
Wales
39. Abergele Disability Swimming
40. JAB Tennis Sessions
41. Handcycling
42. Paratriathlon
43. Rural Leisure Development
44. Walking
45. Become an inclusive club
46. UK Disability Inclusion
Training
47. Consultation
48. Volunteering
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Introduction Conwy has a wide range, and some of the best sporting opportunities
in Wales for disabled people. This brochure details both club based
opportunities and different sessions that take place within leisure
centres on a regular basis.
There are both participation and performance outlets available for all
impairment groups that allow people of all abilities to take part in
appropriate opportunities.
With disability specific sessions and clubs as well as inclusive non-
disabled clubs it is a great time to get involved with sport or physical
activity in Conwy.
For more information please contact your Disability Sport Wales
Development Officer or a member of Conwy’s Leisure Development
Team on the below details:
01492 575593 or disability.sport@conwy.gov.uk
www.disabilitysportwales.com
Information Bar On each page which details a sporting opportunity, there is an
information bar which consists of key information about that club or
session. This information bar will help inform you of what impairment
group the club or session is for, the cost, the day and time the session
takes place, as well as the age group the session caters for.
For any more information please contact the club, session
organiser, or your Disability Sport Wales Development Officer.
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PAN
LD
PI
WS
IC
HI
VI
All impairments
Learning Disability
Physical Impairment
Wheelchair Sport
Inclusive Club
Hearing Impairment
Visual Impairment
£2.50
per session
2 – 8
years
Cost of session
When What time
What age Juniors / Seniors
Level of Accreditation
Sunday
10:30 – 11:30
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Keep up to date! There are a number of ways you can keep up to date with what is
going on with Disability Sport in Conwy and beyond. So to help you
keep on top of local and national development, use any of the ways
listed below or contact your Disability Sport Wales Development
Officer to add your details to mailing lists.
www.disabilitysportwales.com
Facebook.com/disabilitysportconwy
@DSConwy
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insport ‘insport’ is a national accreditation programme that supports clubs,
national governing bodies and local authorities to
become more inclusive within their delivery.
There are four tiers to the insport process and clubs can achieve
ribbon, bronze, silver, or gold status depending on their level of
inclusion.
All clubs within this brochure are insport accredited clubs and you
will see on their page which insport level they have achieved.
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Disability Ffit Card A free access scheme that helps disabled people
become more active by promoting sport and physical
activity.
Benefits include; free swimming within public hours,
free access to CCBC fitness suites (an induction is
required at a cost), free access to fitness classes and
half price court hire for squash, badminton and
tennis.
To be eligible for a Disability Ffit Card you MUST
receive either disability living allowance, personal
independence payment, attendance allowance,
disability tax credits or Armed Forces Independent
Payment.
PAN
Leisure Centre
opening hours
£12 Admin.
Fee
All
Ages
Contact any CCBC Leisure Facility or the
Leisure Development Team on:
01492 5755 63/64
hamdden.leisure@conwy.gov.uk
www.conwy.gov.uk
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Conwy Sea Rowers Conwy Sea Rowers were set up to offer everybody
the chance to take part in sea rowing in the beautiful
Conwy Bay.
A friendly bunch of volunteers who operate an all-
inclusive policy meaning anybody with an interest can
come along and have a go no matter what their
ability or disability!
Various
Club fees
apply
8
years
+
IC
Contact Jo Owen or Simon Owen on:
07855 391755 / 07731448054
maloshi@uwclub.net
www.conwysearowers.co.uk
Penmaenmawr
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Abergele Cricket Club With four senior teams in various leagues as well as
three junior teams ranging from Under 10s to Under
17s Abergele Cricket Club have a variety of cricketing
opportunities.
An inclusive non-disabled club who are proud to have
ECB accreditation and insport Bronze from Disability
Sport Wales.
Various
Club fees
apply
8
years
+
IC
Contact Ben Garnett on:
07789 227316
ben-garnett@hotmail.co.uk
www.abergele.play-cricket.com
Pentre Mawr Park, Dundonald Avenue, Abergele. LL22 1SS.
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Colwyn Bay Hockey Club A well-established club with successful Men’s, Ladies’
and Junior teams playing in North Wales and North
West league structures. The club have also been
awarded Hockey Wales’ three stick award.
Sessions are split by ability with Saturday morning
sessions at Eirias for 4-11 year olds. Rydal hosts
evening sessions for girls and ladies on a Tuesday and
boys and men on a Wednesday (12 years to adult).
Various
Club fees
apply
8
years
+
IC
Contact Rob Williams on:
07785 724399
rob@colwynbayhockey.com
www.colwynbayhockey.com
Eirias Park, Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay. LL29 7SP.
Rydal Penrhos, Combermere Road, Colwyn Bay. LL29 7BT.
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Conwy Whales Swimming
Club The Conwy Whales are an extremely inclusive
swimming club who have been recognised as a model
of good practice for many years.
The club have a team of qualified ASA swimming
teachers who are supported by volunteers who can
assist swimmers on a 1-2-1 basis.
The club host their own annual gala and Christmas
disco and welcome swimmers of all abilities.
Saturday
4:15pm-
6:15pm
Club fees
apply
8
years
+
Contact Rebecca Curle on:
07881 528977
rscurle@googlemail.com
Colwyn Leisure Centre, Eirias Park,
Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay. LL29 7SP.
PAN
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Abergele Boccia Club Abergele Boccia Club provides a welcoming
environment for people to play boccia and enjoy
themselves.
Boccia is an extremely inclusive sport and the club
have all of the equipment required including
specialised ramps for those who need them.
Sessions are available for disabled and non-disabled
people with coaches and volunteers on hand to teach
newcomers about the sport.
Wednesday
1:00pm-
2:30pm
£2 per
session
14
years
+ Contact Gill Stafford on:
07548 647016
gill.stafford@talk21.com
Canolfan Dewi Sant, Pensarn, LL22 7PR.
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Colwyn Bay Athletics Club Colwyn Bay Athletics Club promote the sport of
athletics to all ages from 8 years onwards.
The club provides participation within Track and
Field, Cross Country and Road Running and offer
inclusive opportunities within their non-disabled
sessions where appropriate.
Colwyn Bay Athletics Club are well established and
have coaches with a wealth of experience and can
also offer competitive outlets.
Various
Club fees
apply
8
years
+ Contact Crispin Backshall on:
07765 111019
crispin.backshall@btopenworld.com
www.colwynbayathletics.org.uk
Eirias Park, Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay. LL29 7SP.
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Colwyn Bay Boccia Club Colwyn Bay Boccia Club is ran in partnership with the
MS Society however is open to all impairment groups
as well as non-disabled people.
With sessions every other week Colwyn Bay Boccia
Club welcome complete beginners and can provide
guidance for those who have never played before.
A very social club for people of all ages and abilities.
Monday
2:00pm-
4:00pm
£2 per
session
14
years
+ Contact David Schofield on:
schofield.david@sky.com
Or Jill Malloy on:
07799 702158
St. John’s Methodist Church, Conwy Road,
Colwyn Bay. LL29 7RU.
IC
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Colwyn Bay Cricket Club Colwyn Bay Cricket Club was established in 1923 and
currently the 1st, 2nd and 3rd teams play in the
Liverpool & District Competition.
The club runs a well-established junior section and
has teams in local leagues in the under 9, 10, 11, 13
and 15 age groups.
Providing a cricketing experience to all, irrespective
of ability, disability or gender, the club sessions are
inclusive and run a specific pan disability session for
players aged 14 and over.
Friday
5:00pm-
6:00pm
Club fees
apply
14
years
+
Contact Neil Roberts on:
07884 498584
n.roberts@tesco.net
www.colwynbaycricketclub.co.uk
77 Penrhyn Avenue, Rhos-on-Sea, Colwyn Bay. LL28 4LR.
PAN & IC
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Colwyn Bowmen Archery An inclusive club for both disabled and non-disabled
people the Colwyn Bowmen have qualified Grand
National Archery Society coaches who can coach
beginners as well as accomplished archers.
You can get involved in archery at grass roots level
and pursue it all the way up to Olympic & Paralympic
level. Beginners are encouraged to get in touch and
the Bowmen offer the first session free of charge. Various
Club fees
apply
14
years
+ Contact Mark Richards on:
07733 013004
mark.richards@conwy.gov.uk
Colwyn Leisure Centre, Eirias Park,
Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay. LL29 7SP.4LR.
IC
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Conwy Castles Boccia Club Boccia is an extremely inclusive sport that can be
played by everybody, irrespective of age and ability.
A target sport, similar to bowls and boules, boccia is
played on an indoor court the same size as a
badminton court.
The Conwy Castles welcome both disabled and non-
disabled players and have specially designed ramps
for severely impaired disabled players.
Various
Club fees
apply
14
years
+ Contact Gary Parker on:
07841 432333
garyparker60@gmail.com
Ysgol y Gogarth, Nant yr Gamer Road,
Llandudno. LL30 1YE.
PAN
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Conwy Golf Club
The club actively encourages the enjoyment of golf at
all levels within a friendly and welcoming
environment.
A championship links course that can be enjoyed by
golfers of all abilities, from beginners to champions.
This stunning location on the North Wales Coastline
combined with the challenging links golf course will
provide a memorable experience for all golfers.
Lessons
arranged
Club fees
apply
8
years
+
Contact The Secretary on:
01492 593400 (2)
secretary@conwygolfclub.com
Beacons Way, Conwy. LL32 8ER.
IC
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Conwy Monkeys
Climbing Club Conwy Monkeys was set up to give disabled
youngsters, or youngsters with learning difficulties,
the opportunity to climb with or without their
siblings. Youngsters of all abilities are welcome.
Climbing allows you to develop socially, gain
confidence, improve strength, flexibility, core stability
and most importantly have fun!
Thursday
6:30pm-
8:30pm
Club fees
apply
8
years
+ Contact Phil Kelly on (12pm-6pm):
07923 033902
Or Judith Holliman on:
jaholliman@btinternet.com
Llandudno Junction Leisure Centre, 6G Road,
Llandudno Junction. LL31 9YX
PAN
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Conwy Thunder WBC -
Development Conwy Thunder’s development session is a fun based
introduction to wheelchair basketball designed to
give youngsters, or adults new to the sport, a taster
of a fast paced team sport.
You do not need to be a wheelchair user to place the
sport and the club provide sports chairs and all of the
support needed to take part with the club offering
both participation and performance opportunities.
Thursday
6:30pm-
7:30pm
Club fees
apply
8
years
+
Contact Mark Richards on:
07733 013004
conwythunderwbc@gmail.com
www.conwythunder.co.uk
Creuddyn Leisure Centre, Derwen Lane,
Penrhyn Bay. LL30 3LB.
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Conwy Thunder WBC -
Squad The squad session allows players to challenge and
enjoy themselves whilst learning the skills and tactical
elements of wheelchair basketball.
Coaching focuses on the technical aspects of the
game that allow players to compete within different
outlets including; North Wales events, BWB’s
National and Junior Leagues and also supports
players through the Welsh and Great Britain
performance pathways.
Thursday
7:30pm-
9:30pm
Club fees
apply
14
years
+
Contact Mark Richards on:
07733 013004
conwythunderwbc@gmail.com
www.conwythunder.co.uk
Creuddyn Leisure Centre, Derwen Lane,
Penrhyn Bay. LL30 3LB.
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Conwy Valley Surf Club The clubs main aim is to offer affordable and inclusive surfing opportunities for young people living in the Conwy Valley area.
The club is based at Surf Snowdonia in Dolgarrog. Participants gain skills in surfing and, where practical, in water safety and beach lifeguarding. The club provides opportunities for participants to gain qualifications including personal proficiency awards in surfing and lifeguarding.
Through links with Surf Snowdonia the club to develops and encourages club members to gain employment and work experience. Saturday
8:00am-
10:00am
Club fees
apply
8
years
+ Contact Roger Pierce on:
01492 574086 / 07701 004816
roger.pierce@conwy.gov.uk
www.clwbsyrffiodc.org
Surf Snowdonia, Conway Road, Dolgarrog,
Conwy. LL32 8QE.
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Craig-y-Don Tennis Club Craig-y-Don Tennis Club is a small, friendly tennis
club run by its members for its members. The
club’s ethos is to be accessible to all members of
the community without prejudice.
The club host wheelchair tennis sessions during the
summer and encourage both disabled and non-
disabled people to give it a go. Similar to the
‘running’ version of the sport with only a few
adaptations, such as the ball being allowed to
bounce twice.
Various
Club fees
apply
All
ages Contact Richard Mercer on:
01492 873060
info@craigydontennis.co.uk
www.craigydontennis.co.uk
Queens Road, Craig-y-Don, Llandudno. LL30 1TE.
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Disability Skiing Wales Disability Skiing Wales is an entirely voluntary
organisation whose aims are to bring the joys of
snow sports to disabled people. DSW achieves this
by training volunteers and working with
disabled people on the dry ski slopes in Wales with
holidays and courses arranged on snow in Europe.
Specialised equipment is used where necessary
with helpers being specifically trained it their use.
On the social side DSW have Christmas Parties,
summer BBQ’s, fireworks nights, quizzes and most
importantly FUN!
Various
Club fees
apply
All
ages Contact Peter Harris on:
07854 972660
peter.harris@gmx.com
www.disabilityskiingwales.co.uk
Llandudno Ski Centre, John Nike Leisure
Complex, Great Orme, Llandudno. LL30 2LR.
PAN
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Kinmel Bay VIPs FC Kinmel Bay Visually Impaired Players FC are one of
few VI football clubs in Wales. The club caters for
juniors and seniors whether they are partially
sighted or blind and blind folds can be used to help
with training when players feel comfortable to do
so.
The focus is always on fun and enjoyment and
other sports and activities such as table tennis,
basketball are played at the end of a session with
soft play and a bouncy castle available for
youngsters!
Saturday
2:00pm –
4:00pm
Club fees
apply
All
ages Contact Bill Darwin on:
07958 643488
Y Morfa Leisure Centre, Cader Avenue,
Kinmel Bay. LL18 5HU.
VI
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Llandudno Junction
Parkinson’s UK Boccia Club This boccia club is designed for people with, or who
have been affected by, Parkinson’s Disease and is run
as part of the wider Parkinson’s UK branch based in
Llandudno Junction.
Boccia is a fun, social sport and the volunteers are on
hand to teach all members about the sport. No
experience is required and the club have all of the
necessary equipment, including specialised ramps for
those who are not able to pitch the boccia balls
themselves.
Various
Club fees
apply
50
years
+
Contact Gillian Hodges on:
gillhodges46@gmail.com
St. Michael & All Angels Church, Glyn Y Marl
Road, Llandudno Junction. LL31 9NS.
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Llandudno FITC Our PAN Disability session is for kids between the
ages of 7 to 12 years with any disability who may
not be comfortable in attending our other sessions.
We look to improve their confidence and
interaction with others through using fun football
games to engage them, and hope to send them
home with a smile on their faces.
Friday 5:00pm
– 6:00pm
£3 per
session
All
ages Contact Llandudno FITC on:
01492 860945
coaching@llandudnofitc.net
www.llandudnofitc.net
Llandudno Football and Leisure Stadium,
Builder Street West, Llandudno. LL30 1HH.
PAN
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Llanrwst Canoe Club Llanrwst Canoe club is a well established club and
offers many different canoeing and
kayaking activities for its members. Over the last 8
years the club has been extremely successful in
recruiting new members to the sport. The club is
open to children, young people, adults and families.
Between May and September, the club meets at Llyn
Geirionnydd (above Llanrwst) at 7-9pm every
Wednesday evening. Between September and May
the club meet at 7.30-9.30pm every Monday evening
at the swimming pool in Llanrwst. Monday
7:30pm-
9:30pm
Club fees
apply
12 +
years Contact Roger Pyves on:
07818 068959
roger@llanrwstcanoeclub.org.uk
www.llanrwstcanoeclub.org.uk
Llanrwst Swimming Pool, Watling St, Llanrwst.
LL26 0LS.
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Llanrwst Mini Polo Club An inclusive water polo club based in rural Conwy
that allows disabled and non-disabled juniors and
seniors to enjoy sessions in a safe environment.
Water polo involved swimming, treading water (or
standing), and passing a ball before shooting at the
oppositions goal.
Friday
7:30pm-
9:30pm
Club fees
apply
8
years
+
Contact David Daltry on:
01492 577932
David.Daltry@conwy.gov.uk
Llanrwst Swimming Pool, Watling Street,
Llanrwst. LL26 0LS.
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Llanrwst Squash Club Offering opportunities to both juniors and seniors
Llanrwst Squash Club provides inclusive sessions
whether you want to play friendly games or enter
senior competitions.
With excellent coaches on hand why not get in touch
and give it a go.
Thursday
4:00pm –
8:30pm
Club fees
apply
8
years
+
Contact Sam Griffith on:
075575 102837
samgriffith@live.co.uk
Dyffryn Conwy Leisure Centre, Nebo Road,
Llanrwst. LL26 0SD.
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Mochdre Lions DFC The Lions welcome players of all abilities and focus
on fun football within a safe environment.
The Lions train in a sports hall between November to
March and on the Astroturf during the remainder of
the season.
The club are proudly sponsored by SPL – Stabilised
Pavements Ltd. and take part in the Welsh Football
Trust’s regional and national festivals and also host
an annual End of Season Barbeque.
Monday
6:00pm –
7:00pm
£2 per
session
14
years
+ Contact Damion Wilford on:
07940 362003
mochdrelionsdfc@gmail.com
Ysgol Bryn Elian, Windsor Drive, Old Colwyn.
LL29 8HU
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North Wales Golf Club North Wales Golf Club is situated in the sunny
seaside town of Llandudno with excellent views over
the Conwy estuary to Anglesey and the Snowdonia
Mountain range.
A coastal golf links situated on the West Shore of
Llandudno with wonderful scenic views of Conwy
Bay and the Great Orme. It includes 18 holes, 4
practice facilities, and a beautiful clubhouse with
friendly staff & members.
Lessons
arranged
Club fees
apply
8
years
+
Contact The Secretary on:
01492 875325
enquiries@northwalesgolfclub.com
www.northwalesgolfclub.org.uk
72 Bryniau Road, West Shore, Llandudno.
LL30 2DZ
IC
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North Wales Sub-Aqua Club North Wales Sub-Aqua Club (NWSAC) are an
affiliate club of the Sub-Aqua Association (SAA
Club #136). We offer SCUBA diver training in a
friendly, relaxed and professional atmosphere. We
are based in Llandudno, North Wales which has
some of the UK's best dive sites within easy reach
of our club slipway.
Our main focus is on fun and progressive diver
training with safety being of paramount
importance. You will learn in a structured way at
your own pace with instructors who hold
internationally recognised qualifications.
Sunday
8:00pm
Club fees
apply
16
years
+
Contact Ray Crowe on:
07878 591628
info@nwsac.wales
www.nwsac.wales
c/o Llandudno Sailing Club, Irving Road, Llandudno. LL30 1BB.
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RGC Wheelchair Rugby RGC Wheelchair Rugby, formerly the North Wales
Dragons, are the only wheelchair rugby team in North
Wales.
The club compete within the BT GBWR Super Series
Division 1 and are keen to attract new players to try
their sport. Wheelchair rugby is ideally suited to
players with spinal injuries, multiple amputations,
cerebral palsy neurological or other medical
conditions.
Sunday TBC
Club fees
apply
16
years
+ Contact Mark Baines or Tony Stackhouse on:
07855 317214 or 07701 045576
markjbaines@yahoo.co.uk
Colwyn Leisure Centre, Eirias Park, Colwyn Bay.
LL29 7SP.
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Supertots Supertots is a fun, play based, session for children
with physical and/or visual impairments and their
siblings.
There is a range of adaptive equipment on hand such
as mini sports wheelchairs, rattle footballs and foam
javelins. Rebound therapy is also available which
helps youngsters strengthen core stability whilst
having fun.
Sunday
10:30am –
11:30am
£2.50 per
session
2 - 8
years
Contact Natalie Richards on:
07824 881185
Conwy.roobounders.co.uk
Llandudno Junction Leisure Centre, 6G Road,
Llandudno Junction. LL31 9YX
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Tamashii Karate Club Tamashii Karate Club is a family run club and studies
the art of Toshido Ryu; and off break of Wado. It is
designed to build confidence whilst teaching self-
defence.
Training uniform is a standard white, traditional gi.
Your first session is free, so why not come to a
sessions and give it a go!
Various
Club fees
apply
5
years
+
Contact Vicky Marginson on:
07957 666136
vickymarginson@aol.com
Colwyn Leisure Centre. LL29 7SP.
Abergele Leisure Centre. LL22 7HT.
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Vi-Ability Fun Football Vi-ability’s Saturday morning football session is for
adults of all abilities to have fun and take part in
football.
Sessions are participation based which allows
individuals to develop at their own pace whilst
making new friends.
Saturday
10:30am –
11:30am
Club fees
apply
16
years
+
Contact Colin Davies on:
01492 583555 / 07713 168019
colin@vi-ability.org
Colwyn Leisure Centre, Eirias Park, Colwyn Bay.
LL29 7SP.
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Wheelchair Basketball
North Wales WBNW is the regional body for wheelchair basketball
and supports and governs the growth of the sport in
North Wales.
Focusing on participation through to performance
WBNW oversee the development of the North Wales
Knights who compete in British Wheelchair
Basketball’s National League and also run events such
as the North Wales Leagues that provides new
players, coaches and officials the opportunity to
experience fun events.
Various
Club fees
apply
10
years
+
Contact Mike Hayes on:
07960 957779
mikewbnw@gmail.com
Colwyn Leisure Centre, Eirias Park, Colwyn Bay.
LL29 7SP.
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Abergele Leisure Centre
Swimming Sessions Abergele Leisure Centre offer a disability specific
swimming session on a Saturday. The session aims to
provide disabled people with the opportunity to
participate in swimming
regardless of their impairment.
PAN
Saturday
12:00pm –
12:30pm
Centre fees
apply
All
Ages
Contact Abergele Leisure Centre on:
01492 577940
hamdden.abergele.leisure@conwy.gov.uk
www.conwy.gov.uk
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James Alexander Barr
Tennis Centre Sessions With the emphasis on fun participants are
encouraged to enjoy playing tennis whilst developing
skills such as hand-eye coordination and balance.
Suitable for all abilities.
PAN
Thursday
5:00pm –
6:00pm
Centre fees
apply
All
Ages
Contact Robella Whitehall on:
01492 577922
Robella.Whitehall@conwy.gov.uk
www.conwy.gov.uk
JAB Tennis Centre, Eirias Park, Colwyn Bay.
LL29 7SP.
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Contact Mark Richards on:
01492 575593 or 07733 013004
mark.richards@conwy.gov.uk
Colwyn Leisure Centre, Eirias Park, Colwyn Bay.
LL29 7SP.
Handcycling Sessions Conwy’s new handcycling sessions provides another
opportunity for people to become physically active
through the use of adapted equipment.
Handcycles are specially designed to allow those
with lower limb impairments such as spinal injuries,
amputations, cerebral palsy and spina bifida
amongst others to cycle in an inclusive
environment.
Various
Session fees
apply
12
years
+
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Contact Chris Williams on:
01248 388194
chris.williams@weightlifting.wales
EIRIAS High Performance Gym, Eirias Park,
Colwyn Bay. LL29 7SP.
Para Powerlifting Sessions In partnership with Welsh Weightlifting Conwy now
offer a para powerlifting session for physically
impaired athletes.
Based at the high performance gym in Eirias the
sessions are led by experienced coaches and give
the opportunity for athletes to train.
Sessions are suitable for newcomers and talented
athletes will be given the opportunity to compete in
National and International competitions.
Various
Session fees
apply
14
years
+
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Contact Tim Ballam on:
01492 575556
Timothy.Ballam@conwy.gov.uk
Rural Leisure Development Supporting rural communities to develop clubs and
offering a variety of activities including afterschool
sport and adult fitness sessions. Providing guidance
and general grant support for clubs and talented
athletes. The section includes a dedicated team of
instructors providing a range of leisure activities in
Rural Conwy.
Various
Session fees
apply
5
years
+
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Contact Dr Vicky Marginson on:
07826 876992
Vicky.Marginson@conwy.gov.uk
Walking Conwy offer a range of led walks across the
county suitable for all abilities. With prams,
Nordic walkers and wheelchair users welcome
this is an ideal opportunity to socialise whilst
improving your health and fitness.
It is advised that you bring plenty of fluids and
wear suitable footwear. Groups often meet for
a coffee after the walk and additional advice
on all aspects of health and wellbeing can be
offered via our walk leader, Dr Vicky
Marginson, including diet and physical activity
plans.
Various
Free
18
years
+
IC
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Become and inclusive club For Conwy to become truly inclusive it is vitally important that non-
disabled sport clubs open their doors to disabled
people and become more inclusive within their delivery.
There are a number of ways a club can become inclusive and all the
support, advice & guidance can be supplied from Conwy’s Disability
Sport Wales Officer.
All inclusive clubs will undertake the same insport accreditation
process as disability sport clubs across Wales and will also benefit
from the extra exposure, increased club membership and further
developed coaches.
Inclusive clubs will all operate differently focusing on the qualities of
that club and what impairment groups they can cater for ensuring a
safe, positive experience for coaches, participants and volunteers.
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UK Disability Inclusion
Training If you and your club would like to offer sporting opportunities for
disabled people, or you already do, and would like training to help
you, your coaches and volunteers become better equipped to offer
quality opportunities then you may be interested in UK Disability
Inclusion Training!
UK DIT courses are nationally accredited and available for coaches and
volunteers and provide theoretical and practical information of how to
be inclusive when delivering.
Theory – 3 Hours
This section focuses on; perceptions and
experiences, understanding the participant,
models of inclusion, communication, legislation, further information
and who is available to help.
Practical – 3 Hours
This section focuses on applying theory elements to practical
situations, the Inclusion Spectrum and applying the STEPS principle to
a range of sports and games.
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Disability Sport Conwy
Consultation Have you ever wanted to be part of a team or get physically
active? Not sure what is available or how you could get
involved?
Disability Sport Conwy would love to hear your views and find
out the best way that we can:
- Developing new, appropriate opportunities
- Getting more disabled people active
- Highlight what is currently available
- Identifying and removing barriers
There are many ways to get involved in this consultation which
consists of a short ten question survey. This can be done in a
number of ways including:
Online www.conwy.gov.uk/disabilitysportsconsultation
E-mail disability.sport@conwy.gov.uk
Phone 01492 5755 63/64 (request a hard copy in the post)
Sport is a great way to maintain and improve your own strengths
and abilities which can help you in your everyday activities.
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Volunteering Volunteers are the life blood of Welsh sport, with over 3.8%
of the adult population volunteering in sport, giving an
average of 2.5 hours per week.
Volunteering is a brilliant way of developing your
confidence, learning new skills, gaining experience and
meeting new people.
There are a variety of different roles available locally within;
coaching, supporting people, committees, website design
and much more. Volunteers are supported and training can
be provided allowing you to gain nationally recognised
qualifications.
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