Carmarthenshire

Hello, my name is Lisa Pudner. My background in sport for the disabled was as a power lifter from 1988 - 2000. I represented Great Britain at National, European, World Championship and Paralympic level. I joined Disability Sport Wales in 2002 as a Development Officer.

As a wheelchair user, I have taken part in various sports and levels of competition. I am a qualified B.W.L.A Pan Disability Powerlting Coach for the Welsh Power lifting squad for Paralympics style lifting. If you are interested in joining the squad we cater for novice to elite lifters, contact me on any of the details shown.

There are various opportunities for people with disabilities to take part in the daytime, evening and weekends.

Some of the sports are:-

Air pistol shooting, archery, athletics, badminton, bowls, , judo, kayaking, rugby union, skiing, table tennis and water sports.

There are also disability specific clubs in Carmarthenshire such as Llanelli PHAB club and Ammanford Junior Gateway Club.

If you wish to take part in the gym sessions at Llanelli Leisure Centre you will require a doctor’s certificate prior to an induction.

Carmarthenshire Disabled Sports and Activities Club - This is a joint venture with the Council, primarily for people who have a sensory of physical impairment. The activities take part at various venues around the Carmarthen area.

EVENTS

The most recent event to take place was a schools indoor athletics event where 80 pupils took part. If you would like to know more about any of the sports, clubs or recreational activities please do not hesitate to contact me via phone, fax or email.

If there is a sport that is not listed in Carmarthenshire it may be available in a neighbouring authority. Additionally, you may be interested in becoming a volunteer or coach - if so, please get in touch.

Regards,

Lisa