About pan-disability sports
Pan-disability sport brings people with different needs together in the same activity.
This can include people with:
- physical disabilities
- learning disabilities
- long-term health needs
Sessions are adapted so everyone can take part.
This might include:
- simple rules
- smaller groups
- extra coaching support
- slower pace
Check age limits and support before you go.
Sports you can try
Cricket
Cricket can be adapted in many ways so everyone can play.
- table cricket (indoor version)
- smaller teams
- slower formats such as walking cricket
- Super 1s
Local options include:
Find out more about adaptations at the England and Wales Cricket Board.
Football
Pan-disability football is open to all abilities.
- fun and teamwork
- building skills
- flexible rules
Local options include:
- Wellington AFC Ability Counts
- Taunton Town FC Disability Team
- Huish Tigers Ability
- Bridgwater United Community Sports Trust
- Yeovil Hawks
Find out more about adaptations from Football Your Way from the England Football Association, and Somerset Football Association
Swimming
Swimming is a flexible activity for many needs.
- movement
- strength
- relaxation
See our accessible swimming pools page to see which offer:
- hoists and ramps
- quieter sessions
- adapted lessons
Local options include:
Find out more about adaptations from Swim England Southwest.
Tennis
Tennis sessions can be adapted to suit different needs.
- slower games (walking tennis)
- extra bounce rules
- smaller courts
Local options include:
Find out more about adaptations from Lawn Tennis Association.
Walking netball
Walking netball is a slower version of netball.
Rules are adapted to make the game easier and safer.
This makes it suitable for:
- beginners
- people returning to sport
- people with health needs
Local options include:
Find out more about adjustments at England Netball.