What is the course about?

This session will increase the participant's knowledge and understanding of learning disabilities, conditions, how and why learning disabilities occurs and things to think about when coaching a participant with learning disabilities.

Followed by a practical session covering ways to adapt activities to make them accessible for someone with a learning disability. This will include a brief overview of concepts such as the inclusion spectrum.

Who is this course aimed at?

Any one who coaches or leads any sport/physical activity session.
For frontline staff who do not lead sports sessions, such as reception and canteen staff the first section of the course would increase confidence when meeting people with a learning disability.

For more information contact: Polly Owens, Disability Sports Coordinator, Bucks Sport on

01296 585884, or email at powens@buckssport.org or visit our website www.buckssport.org/getactive