Hello and welcome to the Vale of Glamorgan, Disability Sport Wales web page.
My name is Linda Ruston (Rusty), Disability Sport Wales Development Officer for the Vale of Glamorgan. I joined the Sports and Play development team in May 2006 based at the Leisure and Tourism department, Vale of Glamorgan Council, Docks Offices, Barry Dock, Barry, CF63 4RT.
Clubs
Athletics Club
Swimming Sessions and Water Based Activities.
Swimming Club for people with disabilities
Club Contact: Anthony Spurrier
Telephone Number: 07929340464
Training day & time: Sunday 10.
Bowls Club opportunity for people with a visual impairment
Training Day & Time:
Friday, 2pm - 3pm
Suitable For:
Adults with disabilities
Brief Description:
The club offers participants the opportunity to play boccia from recreational to competitive level.
Training Times:
Monday 6-9pm
Thursday 7-9pm (Elite Level)
Friday 10am - 12.
Diwrnod ac Amser Ymarfer: Llun 6pm – 7.
Training Day & Time
Friday: 4pm - 6pm
Training Venue
Cowbridge Leisure Centre
Suitable For:
Please contact the club prior to the session to assess suitability and level of activity required.
Contact Details: Sharon Hodgson and Nona Hexter
Telephone Number: 01446 406300 or 01446 732385
Training Details: Friday 10.
Events in your area
Vale Karate Club
Coming soon:
Climbing wall sessions at Colcot Sports Centre.
Children's cycling opportunity with Vale Dyspraxia Group.
Adult karate class at Cadoxton Sports Hall.
Please contact Linda to register an interest for any of the above or contact me if there is an activity you are interested in and cannot find it locally.
Latest news on recently launched projects:
Barry and Vale Harriers Athletic Club launched a disability section in June see news items for full report.
Local Motion Dance Club launched in July and are working towards a performance at the Waterfront Festival in September!!
Cycling - Vale in tandem became inclusive with the purchase of an adult trike and has a group of five taking part in the first course of 6 sessions.
Vale Reds Football Club
Thursday Evenings
The Vale Reds Football Club have moved venue to accommodate for its growing numbers. The club runs on Thursday evenings 7.30 - 8.30 pm and welcomes boys and girls with disabilities. Come along and try this popular sport -we look forward to seeing you.
Training night: Thursday
Time: 7.30 - 8.30pm
Venue: Barry Comprehensive school
Cost: £2.00 per session
News in your area
New developments / launches in the Vale
June & July
Medal success for members of the vale Karate club, press release and photo to follow. Watch the local press
Additionally several new members have graded - yellow belts whilst 8 members have attained their red belts. The clubs disability section is now 19 members strong
If you would like to see if Karate is your sporting discipline please contact us. Rob or Cathy Copeland on 01446 419701
Training night: Monday
Time 6-7 pm for beginers
Venue: Barry YMCA (The HUB)
With renowned Vale Chief Instructor: Sensei Rob Copeland
For more information or a application from please contact Linda Ruston DSWDO on 01446 704728 or 07725446493
Swimability Lessons for children with disabilities:
2008
Swimability lessons have INCREASED :
Swimability Lessons for children with disabilities aged 16 years and under. These lessons will run all year and be charged at current swimming lesson prices.
Classes available to date:
Monday and Thursdays Level 1–3 Level 4-6 +
5.45-6.15pm and 6.30 7pm
Barry Leisure Centre
Please phone Linda Ruston DSWDO on 01446 704728 or 07725446493
or contact the leisure centre direct on 01446 744770
