Merthyr Tydfil
Welcome to the Merthyr page for Disability Sport, my name is Simon Jones and I am the Sport Development Officer in this area. I am based in Rhydycar Leisure Centre in Merthyr as part of the Sports Development Team.
I have been in this post since 2007 and have been involved in Disability Sport for over 4 years as a volunteer, coach and committee member for different clubs.
I have been involved with Wheelchair Basketball, Visually impaired football and football for children with learning difficulties and a range of other sports.
In Merthyr we currently have a Football club for children with learning difficulties, there is also a social club for people with all disabilities every Thursday from 6.30pm-8.30pm where people can participate in Boccia and New Age Kurling.
There are a number of clubs in Merthyr now and also local clubs that promote inclusion, for more information on these please get in contact with myself
If you want any further information about clubs, participating or becoming a coach/volunteer I will be happy to help.
I look forward to hearing from you
Simon
Clubs
A new Multisport club for children with any disability has begun at the Willows Centre in Troedyrhiw.
A new Disability Dragon Sport Club has begun at Troedyrhiw Boys and Girls Club on Wednesdays between the hours of 4.
Georgetown Multisport Club is a friendly, vibrant club that has been running since March 2007, and has a large number of regular participants creating a great social atmosphere.
Inclusive Swimming lessons are going to be taking place in Gwaunfarren Swimming Pool throughout the year.
A new Indoor Athletics Club is to begin on Wednesday 23rd July in the Willows Centre in Troedyrhiw for children up to the age of 14.
Merthyr Dragons Football Club is a very friendly and experienced football club.
Events in your area
Disability Athletics Club Starting Soon
July 23rd
A new Disability Athletics Club is to begin in The Willows Centre in Troedyrhiw on Wednesday July 23rd for children under the age of 14. Sessions will be every Wednesday from 5.30pm - 6.30pm and will cost £1 per child. Qualified athletics coaches will be taking the sessions. The sessions will run for 10 weeks throughout the summer holidays. Siblings are also welcome. If you are interested in finding out more information about the club ring Simon Jones on 01685 726270 / 07843 669284
News in your area
Disability Angling soon to be available in Merthyr
13/02/08
In the next few months Disability Angling will hopefully be available in Merthyr. New links are being made between Merthyr Angling Club and Disability Sport Wales so sessions will be become available. This is a great way to socialise and take in some of the scenery around Merthyr Tydfil.
If you would like anymore information please contact Simon Jones on 01685 726270
New Disability Dragon Sport Club
06/06/08
A new Disability Dragon Sport Club has begun and takes place every Wednesday at Troedyrhiw Boys and Girls club between 4.30pm - 5.30pm
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Contact Details
Simon Jones
Rhydycar Leisure Centre
Rhydycar
Merthyr Tydfil
CF48 1UT
Tel: 01685 726270
Mob: 07843 669284
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