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See My Voice’s Parasports Festival -19 Aug 2022

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Venue:
Nechells Wellbeing Centre, Rupert Street, Birmingham, B7 4AR
Time:
11 am - 4 pm
Phone:
07983497787
Date:
19th August 2022
Cost:
FREE
Contact:
connor@britishblindsport.org.uk


Celebrate the Commonwealth Games with See My Voice’s Parasports Festival!

As part of the See My Voice programme, British Blind Sport, UK Deaf Sport and Sport Birmingham will host an exciting Parasports Festival on Friday 19th August 2022,

The free event will allow young people with a disability aged 10-20 and their families to try a variety of sports featured at the Commonwealth Games in a welcoming environment and help them feel a part of the Birmingham 2022 legacy.

 

Event Details

Date: Friday 19 Aug 2022  Time: 11am – 4pm
Venue: Nechells Wellbeing Centre, Rupert Street, Birmingham, B7 4AR

For more information, please contact our See My Voice Delivery Officer
Contact:  connor@britishblindsport.org.uk or call 07983497787.

To register your interest in this event, please visit:
https://britishblindsport.wufoo.com/forms/mzwk7tz0d0kj19/

 

Birmingham 2022 has confirmed the largest parasport programme in Commonwealth Games history. It intends to set new standards for creativity, inclusivity and sustainability to leave an indelible mark on the region and inspire the next generation.

The See My Voice Parasports Festival is the perfect opportunity for children and young people with a disability in Birmingham and the surrounding area who have been inspired by the Games to try adapted sports and learn about inclusive opportunities that they can continue to enjoy and participate in after the event.

This year’s cohort of See My Voice Young Leaders will host the sports sessions, along with inclusive coaches, to help them put their newly formed leadership skills into practice and act as role models for the young people attending.

 

Connor Fellows, See My Voice Delivery Officer, said,

“The Commonwealth Games promise to be a truly inclusive and unforgettable 11 days of sport. We’re delighted to be giving young people and our Young Leaders the chance to try out the different parasports featured at the Games, with the hope that they’ll discover a new interest or hobby that will lead to new opportunities or pathways.”

 

Melanie Piper, See My Voice Lead Officer said, “We are excited to be working with Sport Birmingham and UK Deaf Sport to host See My Voice’s Parasports Festival. We look forward to continuing our strategy to ‘scale up‘ the impact of See My Voice and create more opportunities for young people with disabilities to participate in sport and volunteering.”

The See My Voice programme enables young people with disabilities to achieve leadership skills through volunteering. Since its inception in 2018, the programme has supported 159 blind and partially sighted young people to contribute over 2650 hours of their time to help facilitate sports clubs, events and organisations across the UK.

Following this success, the programme was selected by Sport England as one of only five organisations to ‘scale up’ the programme.

BBS has been collaborating with UK Deaf Sport and Sport Birmingham to empower more young people with other impairments and influence organisations that provide volunteer opportunities to adopt more inclusive practices, with the goal of making disability inclusion the norm in the sports sector and beyond.

Registration for the event is open. The form is available at: https://britishblindsport.wufoo.com/forms/mzwk7tz0d0kj19/

If you have any queries about the event or would like any more information on the project, please contact Connor Fellows, See My Voice Delivery Officer at connor@britishblindsport.org.uk or visit https://britishblindsport.org.uk/see-my-voice/.

BBS is always grateful for the help of volunteers at events. Please get in touch if you can spare some time to help attendees enjoy the day fully.

 

 

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Free Fitness Session with Brand Inc Fitness – 4 April 

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Venue:
Community House, South Street, Bromley, Kent, BR1 1RH.
Time:
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Phone:
07929 356428.
Date:
04th April 2022
Cost:
FREE
Contact:
sportdevelopment@britishblindsport.org.uk


Sensory Alliance Adaptive  Free Fitness Session with Brand Inc Fitness –  Monday 4th April!

Come along to this FREE class for adults of all ages, delivered inclusively for those with sensory impairments (BSL interpreter provided)

This class is a low intensity, sensory-friendly workout class in the borough of Bromley!

Event details

Date: Monday 4th April  Time: 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Venue: Community House, South Street, Bromley, Kent, BR1 1RH.

For more information and to register your interest, please contact alex@britishblindsport.org.uk or call 07929 356428.

 

This event is a Sensory Alliance Health Activity Project,  British Blind Sport, Sense & UK deaf sport are partnering with Brand Inc Fitness and Kent Association for the Blind (KAB) to bring to you a low intensity, sensory-friendly workout class in the borough of Bromley!

 

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BBS: London Have a Go Day – Sun 3 April!

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Venue:
Gunnersbury Park Sports Complex, Popes Lane, London, W3 8LQ
Time:
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Phone:
07792 710570
Date:
03rd April 2022
Cost:
FREE
Contact:
sportdevelopment@britishblindsport.org.uk


 London Have a Go Day – Sun 3 April!

British Blind Sport (BBS) is partnering with Metro Blind Sport and Goalball UK to host a multi-sport Have a Go Day in London. The free event is open to all ages and abilities. BBS and local coaches will deliver a variety of VI sports see below.

Event details

VI sports:  Goalball, tennis, baseball, guide running, and recreational activities, dance and active at home.

Date:  Sunday 3 April  Time: 10 am – 3 pm
Venue: Gunnersbury Park Sports Complex, Popes Lane, London, W3 8LQ
Register Online here: London Have a go Day

For more information please contact our Participation Officer
Contact: sportdevelopment@britishblindsport.org.uk or call  07792 710570

 

To register your interest in any  of the BBS’s National Have a go days, please visit: https://britishblindsport.org.uk/bbs-have-a-go-days/

 

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BBS: Have a Go Day’s 2022

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BBS Have a Go Day’s 2022

 

British Blind Sport and their partners organise inclusive sports events across the UK for blind and partially sighted people.

British Blind Sport (BBS) is thrilled to announce the launch of its annual ‘Have a Go Day 2022’ programme, which aims to encourage more blind and partially sighted people and their families to get active and participate in sport and physical activity.

The events calendar has been finalised, with free activities planned throughout England, as well as a new event in Swansea, Wales. Anyone living with a visual impairment who wants to try adapted sports in a relaxed, friendly, and supportive environment is welcome to attend the events.

 

Have a Go days events below

Gateshead on 13th March, London on 3rd April,  Kent on 14th May, Birmingham on 12th June, Exeter on 18th June, Swansea on 2nd July, Leicester on 19th September,
Liverpool on 8th October and York on 11th December.

Registration is required prior to each event. Details for each event are available on the British Blind Sport website: https://britishblindsport.org.uk/bbs-have-a-go-days/

To watch a video about BBS Have a Go Days.

 Contact: For more information on BBS Have a Go Days, please contact Philippa Bass, Participation Officer 07792 710 570 or email sportdevelopment@britishblindsport.org.uk.

BBS Have a Go Days have been held successfully across the country since 2016, supporting blind and partially sighted people of all ages and abilities to get active.  Each event will include a variety of activities delivered alongside inclusive coaches and local activity providers. There will be opportunities to participate in sports such as goalball, football, boccia, tenpin, tennis, athletics, blind baseball, rugby, rowing and more. Each location’s activities will be announced before the event. Have a Go Days will be held in Gateshead on 13th March, London on 3rd April, Kent on 14th May, Birmingham on 12th June, Exeter on 18th June, Swansea on 2nd July, Leicester on 19th September, Liverpool on 8th October and York on 11th December. In addition to trying new sports and meeting new people, BBS also encourages attendees to participate in sports regularly by directing them to local clubs and sporting facilities, allowing them to take the next steps toward leading an active lifestyle.

The events are always well attended and very popular. BBS encourages everyone, no matter their previous experience in sport, to come along. BBS has received the following feedback from previous Have a Go Day attendees:

“I had lots of fun. I was nervous at first, but I was made to feel welcome and everyone was friendly and helpful. I am hoping to take up one or two of the sports I tried today more regularly.” – Participant, Have a Go Day Bristol.

“I got to try out loads of sports that I haven’t done before and sports I liked but didn’t think I could do anymore because of my sight” – Participant, Have a Go Day York.

“I found it amazing. The things I thought I couldn’t do, I actually could. Especially the cycling, for the first time in 11 years I felt the wind on my face as we moved around the track. Golf was wonderful, as was the putting.  Really enjoyed the day and look forward to the next.” – Participant, Have a Go Day Leicestershire.

British Blind Sport are always grateful for the support of volunteers to help out at these events. If you can spare some time to help the attendees to enjoy the day fully, please get in touch.

 

 

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News & Events Update – 28 July

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Now that more opportunities are available to take part in sport and physical activity, we are using this newsletter to detail what is available from Metro Blind Sport and partners.

 

Gunnersbury Park Multi Sport Club – It’s cricket week

Sessions have been taking place every week on a Sunday, 2 pm till 4 pm so please come along and have fun.

It’s week 4 and so it’s time for some cricket. Sessions are free and are led by qualified coaches. Meet and greet available on request. Check out below for what we have coming up.  Event page: https://www.metroblindsport.org/multi-sports

  • Week 5:  8th August – FOOTBALL
  • Week 6:  15th August – GOALBALL
  • Week 7:  22nd August – TENNIS
  • Week 8:  29th August – CRICKET
  • Week 9:  5th September – FOOTBALL
  • Week 10:  12th September – GOALBALL
  • Week 11:  19th September – TENNIS
  • Week 12:  26th September – CRICKET

To find out more please contact Charlie Raven charlie.raven@metroblindsport.org or call 07966260089

 

Climbing – It is back!

Spaces for climbing sessions at Westway Sports and Fitness Centre have gone quickly. We will have further sessions from September, so we suggest that you register your interest now. The sessions are open to people of all abilities, especially those who are beginners attending for the first time and want to try something new.

In time, as instructor availability becomes easier to come by, we hope to expand the programme to include a weekend session.

Please contact Charlie Raven to register your interest charlie.raven@metroblindsport.org 07966 260 089.

 

Cricket

Although the cricket season is underway, we still encourage players, new and existing, to come along to the net sessions at Highgate Woods on a Tuesday from 5.30 pm.

If you are interested in playing this season or taking part in training sessions, please contact our Sport Lead for cricket, Rory Field rory.field74@gmail.com or call 07742 323224 or contact Lucy charlie.raven@metroblindsport.org 07956 292046.

 

Dance Dosti

Thinking about trying something different? Try Dance Dosti and take part in pre-recorded online dance sessions. Our free sessions are created as short-bursts of activity to help you fit it in around your daily life, when and where you want.

All video and audio sessions are free to the Dance Dosti community once you register for free. You only need to register once to start dancing.

Come and take part with Step Change Studio. Find out more by visiting the Dance Dosti website  https://www.dancedosti.com

For the press release, please visit https://blindsport.uk/DanceDosti

 

Tennis

Tennis sessions are on throughout the summer at Islington Tennis Centre. Register for the sessions next week by using the links below.

4th August 2021 6 pm – 8 pm for B1 players and those new to the game
https://tinyurl.com/BTennis4Aug

6th August 2021 – 6 pm – 8 pm for B2 – B5 players
https://tinyurl.com/VITennis6Aug

If you are interested in playing for the first time, please contact Lucy lucy.simper@metroblindsport.org 07956 292046.

Tennis Tournament 12th September – Booking Now Open

Booking for the Metro Blind Sport Tennis Tournament at the Islington Tennis Centre in September is now available by using the following link https://www.tfaforms.com/4912801

This event is on Sunday, 12 September, 12 pm – 6 pm and is open to current Metro Blind Sport members only aged 16+. By popular demand, the day will consist of a B1 singles competition and a B2-B5 mixed doubles competition. Doubles partners will be drawn out of a hat.

To find out more please contact Charlie Raven charlie.raven@metroblindsport.org or call 07966260089.

Tennis – Sutton

Tennis sessions occur every Thursday at the Sutton Sports Village from 10.30 am – 12.00 pm. Booking is required so please contact the venue to book: Andrew.jeffery@gll.org The venue telephone number is 02086416611.

 

Tennis Tournament – Brighton

Sound Tennis Sussex are looking forward to running their third regional tournament in Brighton and to welcoming players, volunteers and officials to a great weekend of tennis.

The competition is being planned to take place on the weekend of 21-22 August at Virgin Active in Falmer.  Hours for play are: Saturday 10.30am – 6pm  |  Sunday 9.30am – 4pm

For more details please contact Paul Gillet soundtennissussex@gmail.com |  Website: https://tinyurl.com/TennisTBrighton

 

Football

The training sessions for partially sighted players are still occurring every Tuesday evening at the Score Centre from 6.30 pm until 8.30 pm.

Please book in advance using the link below.

3rd August 2021: https://tinyurl.com/Footie3Aug

If you are interested in playing, please contact charlie.raven@metroblindsport.org or call 07966260089.
or Gareth Jones gareth.jones11@hotmail.com

 

Football – Fulham FC Foundation

Fulham Foundation has re-started their blind and partially sighted sessions at Brixton Recreation Centre. The football sessions are aimed at adults aged 16+ years who want to come and try football. Whether this is for a first-time footballer or someone with some experience, why not go along and give it a go!

For all of the details please visit https://tinyurl.com/FulhamFootie

Contact Katy Shephard for more information kshephard@fulhamfc.com

 

Bowls

Do you fancy playing? We provide you with two opportunities each week to take part in outdoor bowls. You can join our friendly bowlers at Ravenscourt Park on a Monday at 2 pm and at Paddington Sports Club every Thursday at 3 pm.

If you are interested in playing for the first time, newcomers are very much welcome to come along and try bowls. Please contact Charlie lucy.simper@metroblindsport.org 07956 292046.

More details can be found on the Metro Blind Sport website https://www.metroblindsport.org/sports/bowls

 

Ride Side-by-Side with Bikeworks and Metro Blind Sport

Remember, you can book in for one session or for a series of sessions, and the great news is we are now taking bookings for July and August. Please get in contact with Nikki at Bikeworks to book your space. If you would like to join a session, please contact Nikki Ray from Bikeworks Nikki.Ray@bikeworks.org.uk or call 07833757954.

There will be two time slots available in West London for you to choose from on Tuesday and Wednesday each week. Session 1 is from 9.30 am until 11 am, and session 2 is from 11.30 am until 1 pm.

For those who live in East London, then opportunities are also available, and it is pleasing to hear that our members are taking part in these sessions as well. Get in touch with Nikki for further details.

 

Shape up with Spurs

Sessions continue on Zoom on Wednesday’s at 2 pm. If you wish to register interest or find out more, please contact: Adam Millar  07392091327 Adam.millar@tottenhamhotspur.com

 

Running Achilles International

The regular weekly group runs have restarted, and Achilles International are now training in Green Park, Thurs, 6 pm chrisblackabee@gmail.com or visit https://tinyurl.com/AchillesRuns

 

Volunteers

Metro Blind Sport would not be able to do the things that we deliver without the fantastic support of our volunteers. If you have a family member or friends keen to get involved and volunteer with Metro Blind Sport, please ask them to contact: martin.symcox@metroblindsport.org

 

News

Chris Lewis – Skydiving 
Do you want to know what it feels like to jump out of a plane? Metro Blind Sport member Chris Lewis took the plunge a couple of weeks ago and has written an article all about it. Check out the accompanying video of this leap as well.

A great article, picture and video and the link is here
http://blindsport.uk/JumpOutofPlane

 

London Vision

You’ll find full details of all London Vision events this week, plus blogs and information on London Vision’s Website  www.londonvision.org. They hold their meetings on zoom and they welcome friends, carers and family at their events. If you need help accessing zoom or would like to know more, please don’t hesitate to get in touch at info@londonvision.org

Stay safe and best wishes.

Martin and the Metro Blind Sport Team

 

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