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
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.
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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British Blind Sport brings their Have a Go Day to Northampton in 2020!
British Blind Sport is working in partnership with Northamptonshire Sport and Northampton Association for the Blind to deliver a sports taster event for people living with sight loss.
British Blind Sport’s “Have a Go Days” have been running successfully for 4 years all across the UK, giving children and adults living with a visual impairment the chance to try inclusive and adapted sports and physical activity in a safe and supported environment. As well as trying out different activities, the Have a Go Day is also a chance for attendees to meet industry professionals and other people in their local area who want to take steps towards being more active.
These events aim to provide participants with a pathway for continuing to be active in the future by inviting coaches from local VI-friendly clubs and community groups to run sessions during the day and give attendees the chance to try out something new and fun, which is also available in their location for them to continue after the event. So far, the confirmed sports that will be available at the Northampton Have a Go Day are Football, Cricket, Guide Running, Judo and Acoustic Shooting…with many more to be confirmed!
This event is completely free and is open to anyone with a visual impairment. BBS encourages participants to bring along family and friends to get involved alongside them! No matter if you’re already a fully-fledged sport player or haven’t kicked a football in many years, British Blind Sport encourages everyone to come along and “have a go”.
The Northampton Have a Go Day will take place on Saturday 25th April at Kingsthorpe College, Boughton Green Road, Northampton, NN2 7HR from 10am – 3pm.
“Have a Go Days” have always been extremely popular, and so we encourage anyone who wants to attend to register their interest the event! We have received the below feedback from previous participants;
“Thanks for a great day, it’s been a great confidence builder for my daughter and she’s really enjoyed it! Look forward to the next time.” Parent of participant, Norwich Have a Go Day 2019
“The whole day was extremely well organised and each session was well structured. I learnt a lot about different sports available to visually impaired people and had lots of fun too! It is also good to have lots of visually impaired people meeting together to share experiences and ideas.” Participant, Leicester Have a Go Day 2019
“A fantastic day! Very useful and also inspiring!” Participant, Leicester Have a Go Day 2019
For further details, contact Alex Pitts, National Partnerships Manager, on 01926 424247 or email alex@britishblindsport.org.uk
British Blind Sport are always grateful of 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.
British Blind Sport are delighted to be bringing to York, a sport taster event specifically for people living with sight loss. British Blind Sport is the national charity that supports blind and partially sighted people to get active and play sport.
The Have a Go Day events have been run successfully across the country since 2016, supporting over 900 people with a visual impairment to get active, with those attending enjoying a range of inclusive sport and physical activities delivered by professional coaches. In addition to trying new sports, attendees will also benefit from meeting industry professionals as well as other people living with sight loss taking their first steps towards living an active lifestyle.
The charity is pleased to work in partnership with Better Leisure, Disability Sport Yorkshire and the Wilberforce Trust to deliver a fun filled day of activity that enables children and adults to have a go at a wide range of sports. This event is free of charge to attend for British Blind Sport members, and £5 to non-members (BBS membership is free for juniors under the age of 18).
The York Have a Go Day
Date: Saturday 11th May, Time: 1 pm to 6 pm Venue: Energise Leisure Centre, YO24 3DX. Register now Contact: Alex Pitts Participation Officer on 01926 424247 or email alex@britishblindsport.org.uk Registration is required prior to the event and is available on the British Blind Sport website: https://bit.ly/HaGD-YORK
The event is open to anyone living with a visual impairment who is interested in trying their hand at inclusive sport. At the event, there will be an opportunity to try archery, goalball, golf, rock climbing and tennis, with further activities still to be confirmed. Following the event, the charity supports attendees to continue to play sport regularly at local clubs and sporting facilities.
‘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.These events are always very popular and we would encourage everyone, no matter their previous experience in sport, to come along. Feedback we have received from those who have attended in the previously includes:
‘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 liked trying sports that were especially for visually impaired people. We might have a go at junior parkrun now’ – Participant, Have a Go Day Cambridge.
British Blind Sport are always grateful of 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.
British Blind Sport are delighted to be bringing to York, a sport taster event specifically for people living with sight loss. British Blind Sport is the national charity that supports blind and partially sighted people to get active and play sport.
The Have a Go Day events have been run successfully across the country since 2016, supporting over 900 people with a visual impairment to get active, with those attending enjoying a range of inclusive sport and physical activities delivered by professional coaches. In addition to trying new sports, attendees will also benefit from meeting industry professionals as well as other people living with sight loss taking their first steps towards living an active lifestyle.
The charity is pleased to work in partnership with Better Leisure, Disability Sport Yorkshire and the Wilberforce Trust to deliver a fun filled day of activity that enables children and adults to have a go at a wide range of sports.
The York Have a Go Day
Date: Saturday 11th May, Time: 1 pm to 6 pm Venue: Energise Leisure Centre, YO24 3DX Cost: This event is free of charge to attend for British Blind Sport members, and £5 to non-members (BBS membership is free for juniors under the age of 18).
Registration is required prior to the event Register now
The event is open to anyone living with a visual impairment who is interested in trying their hand at inclusive sport. At the event, there will be an opportunity to try archery, goalball, golf, rock climbing and tennis, with further activities still to be confirmed. Following the event, the charity supports attendees to continue to play sport regularly at local clubs and sporting facilities.
‘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.These events are always very popular and we would encourage everyone, no matter their previous experience in sport, to come along. Feedback we have received from those who have attended in the previously includes:
‘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 liked trying sports that were especially for visually impaired people. We might have a go at junior parkrun now’ – Participant, Have a Go Day Cambridge.
British Blind Sport are always grateful of 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.
