Jun 5, 2024 | ActivSports
Members of the ActivLives Inclusive Badminton groups, competed successfully at a Para-Disability Badminton tournament held recently in Gillingham, Kent. The event was hosted by Kent Badminton, in partnership with Badminton England and was attended by the President of Badminton England, Derek Batchelor and the CEO, Sue Storey.
In addition to our local athletes (who were representing Special Olympics Suffolk), the event attracted competitors from Kent, Middlesex, Surrey, Lancashire and Devon.
Seven athletes from the ActivLives/Special Olympics Suffolk groups, competed with great distinction, in divisions for athletes with an intellectual (learning) disability, across the singles and doubles events.
“We have seen some brilliant performances from our players today, which have resulted in medals of all colours being won”, said Mike McCarthy, Badminton Coach from ActivLives and Special Olympics Suffolk. “As well as being competitive though, the positive, exuberant and fun attitude of our athletes is a privilege to witness, they are a credit to Suffolk!”.
Many thanks to the volunteers and family members who supported our athletes on the day.
If you would like to find out more about getting involved with badminton for players with a learning disability, particularly in the Ipswich/South Suffolk area, please call ActivLives on 01473 345350 or email mike@activlives.org.uk
May 1, 2024 | ActivSports
ActivLives recently hosted a New Age Kurling Competition at Gainsborough Sports Centre.
For our competition we invited various Kurling groups from Ipswich and Felixstowe to come together for a day of fun and activity. We had a total of 38 participants taking part in the competition on the day. There were bronze, silver and gold medals up for grabs.
We first played group games, followed by a semi-final and then a final game to decide our gold medallists.
A special thanks to our volunteers who helped with the organisation of the day’s events and keep score of the games. Your help was greatly appreciated by all.
Curious about Kurling?
New Age Kurling is an adapted version of the Olympic sport Curling, and is suitable for nearly all abilities. It’s a fun way to stay active and meet new people. ActivLives offer regular Kurling sessions at Felixstowe Leisure Centre and Walton Community Hall- if you’re interested in these sessions and want to get involved- please see our timetable for more details.
Apr 29, 2024 | ActivSports
The ActivLives Inclusive Badminton Tournament was held recently at Gainsborough Sports Centre in Ipswich. The event, delivered by ActivLives, in partnership with Special Olympics Suffolk, was a tremendous success with 26 competitors from inclusive groups in Ipswich, Wimbledon and Southampton, taking part.
The format consisted of four divisions, where players competed in doubles and singles groups in a round-robin format. The day concluded with a team relay event, with all of the players involved. There were some very close matches and divisions with one of the gold medals being decided by just a single point!
“Each time that we host one of these tournaments, the standard of play just keeps on rising”, said Mike McCarthy, ActivSport Development Officer. “These inclusive events, which are targeted at athletes with an intellectual/learning disability, are very important for us. They are a great way to help showcase the sportsmanship, commitment and talent of all the athletes who take part”.
Many thanks to our brilliant team of volunteers and also to our supporting partners Special Olympics Suffolk, Special Olympics GB, Suffolk Community Foundation and Ipswich Borough Council.
If you would like to find out more about getting involved with badminton for players with a learning disability, please call ActivLives on 01473 345350 or email mike@activlives.org.uk.
