…some amazing coaching advice, and why she loves coaching so much. https://www.dsactive.org.uk/news/go-into-your-sessions-with-patience/ And finally, we got the chance to catch up with the winner of the Newcastle United Foundation Disability Player of the Year Christopher! https://www.dsactive.org.uk/news/christopher-newcastle/ Thank you to everyone who has written guest blogs for us this year! We always enjoy hearing about your experiences. I…
…l give you more energy to take part in your favourite activities and avoid long term health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease and obesity. There are many ways to support a person with Down’s syndrome to eat a healthier diet. People with Down’s syndrome can find it hard to think about long-term consequences, so they may not understand the importance of making healthy choices about their diet. People with Down’s syndrome often like r…
…m always on hand to help. Another swimmer from the Electric Eels team: How long have you been going to the Electric Eels? As long as the club has been there. Why do you like swimming? It makes me proud. What is your best memory of swimming? The Synchro performance in Canada and learning all the strokes. https://www.dsactive.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/20190112_184414.mp4 Anna, a coach with the Electric Eels: How long have you been involved w…
…red when I finished and my legs were aching a lot. I think 13.1 miles is a long way and I don’t know if I will do another one. I am glad that I did it because it is a big achievement and I made my family proud. A huge well done to Danielle for finishing the half marathon! Danielle is also a member of the Lincoln DSActive football team who competed at this years’ DSActive National Festival. If you’ve tried a new activity then we want to hear from y…
…d I pack my kit bag, 2 pairs of spikes, change of socks (the sand from the long jump pit is annoying so I pack a change of socks), I will also have in my bag my sun cream, hat and water, together with a healthy snack, (nuts and bananas are my favourite) and equipment I might need later, spare spikes, measuring tape, Long jump marker. I leave with the bag my competition vest and shorts, my vest is pinned up with my number, which at this competition…
…he participants to enjoy and that helps accelerate learning.” What are the long-term goals of Brentford Penguin FC? “The long-term goals of Brentford Penguins FC are to maintain a quality training environment, with regular external incentives, experiences and football playing days, to provide a lifestyle for the young people with Down’s Syndrome and their families, which previously was never even of consideration for them. We would like to share t…
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…six consecutive DSActive National Football Festivals. It was through this long term relationship with the Foundation that the DSA’s WorkFit project got involved. Luke has been part of the DSActive Bluebirds team for many years. He is a talented player, a formidable striker with an eye for goal, and a big fan of Cardiff City. Through DSActive’s coach-ability course Luke, and two other players, completed their FA Level 1 coaching badges. Luke had…
…Down’s syndrome to gain weight and make them more susceptible to the long term health conditions associated with being overweight. There are also other health conditions associated with Down’s syndrome which can make it more challenging to maintain a healthy weight. These include diabetes, gastrointestinal conditions and hypothyroidism. The Down’s Syndrome Association’s Health Series contains more information on these conditions and can be found…
…ctivity and a single unified voice for the sector. The Institute holds two long term strategic priorities: To provide opportunities for young leaders to develop and succeed To provide leadership on the development and management of career pathways. DSActive will be a running a CIMSPA accredited workshop called DSActive Leisure and Fitness Workshop. The workshop is three-hours long and contains theory and practical elements. It is ideal for profess…
