High Life Highland needs volunteers to support disability sports and create more opportunities in the Highlands.
They have many volunteer options. You could help research, weed, or clean beaches. You can even coach basketball. But disability sports need the most help.
High Life wants sports for kids needing extra support. They want them to play for fun or in competitions. Fiona Green says volunteers create better opportunities.
Active Schools gets kids active in the Highlands. More volunteers help people with disabilities. Volunteers need sports enthusiasm. They should encourage young people.
An hour a week helps. They provide required training.
High Life works with Highland Disability Sport. They improve life for those with disabilities. This includes physical, learning, or sensory disabilities. They develop sports and promote participation.
They offer football, swimming, and golf. You can play bowls, athletics, boccia, dance, or fitness. They have multi-sport sessions and tasters. These sports are available all year.
Alison Thompson needs more volunteers at Highland Disability Sport. Volunteers ensure people can play sports. They want volunteers from all over the Highlands.
Clubs can offer inclusive sessions. Bryan Stevens has volunteered for over ten years. He works with many groups, including High Life Highland. He loves basketball.
He wants everyone to play sports. He did not have this chance growing up. Volunteering gave him skills in basketball. He is proud to see athletes involved in sports.
Marisa Mustard helps with swimming and multi-sports. Disability sports give young people a safe space. They meet others, build skills, and have fun. Activity is a right for everyone.
Disability sport needs more support. Fiona Green says volunteering is rewarding. Contact them to learn more, especially if you live in the Highlands. People can access sports nearby with local help.
For details, email fiona.green@highlifehighland.com.