Clubs

There are a variety of clubs  around the County that are either specifically run for disabled people or mainstream clubs with an inclusive section.

 

We have created a database and a Disbility Sport Directory to assist you in finding clubs within your area, clubs that cater for your disability or clubs relating to a specific sport or activity. Both of these can be accessed at the bottom of this page.

 

SASSOT normally only promotes Clubmark accredited clubs, however in a drive to promote disability sport we are informing you about all of the opportunities we are aware of.

 

As we are unable to quality assure all the opportunities listed on the Disability Sport Directory it is essential that you perform your own checks to satify yourself that your chosen club or activity is safe, suitable and is going to provide an enjoyable experience.  

 

Sport Across Staffordshire & Stoke-on-Trent only endorse Clubmark accredited clubs, howevfer this is still only a guide that the club has all of the appropriate policies in place. Any club visited on this directory will be done at your own risk.

 

You should ALWAYS checkout a club, even if they have Clubmark.

Below is a list of things to look out for. If you are unsure then ask.

 

Things to Check

• Can parents/carers stay during the sessions?
• Does the club have a welfare officer?
• Does the club have a safeguarding and child protection policy?
• Are coaches qualified to level 2?
• Have all staff been CRB checked?
• Does the club have appropriate insurance?
• Does the club have or are working towards Club Mark Accreditation?

Things to watch out for

• Parents/Carers not allowed to stay during the activity.
• Show favouritism to you or other young people.
• Invite you or other young people to spend time with them alone.
• Encourage racist, sexist or homophobic behaviour.
• Encourage inappropriate physical contact.
• Take your photograph without your permission.

You can also report any concerns to:

 

Ben Hollands, Workforce Development Manager - 01785 619317 or bhollands@staffordbc.gov.uk

 

For more details and alternative contacts, please visit the following links:

 

 Safeguarding Concerns Section

 

Child Protection Section

 

To perform a specific search for a Disability Club or range of clubs please read the statement below before clicking on the link to access the database.

Sport Across Staffordshire & Stoke-on-Trent (SASSOT) want to ensure you have an enjoyable experience at any club you visit. By ticking the box you understand that you have a responsibility to check the suitability of my clubs or activities listed on the Disability Directory that you wish to visit and confirm you will read our guidelines around safeguarding. SASSOT cannot guarantee a quality experience but by following these guidelines and ensuring you are satisfied with each clubs policies you are improving the safety of your child or disabled person.    I have read the above    Disability Sport & Activity Club Database

 

To download individual sport pages from the Disability Sport Folder click on the link below.

 

 

Disability Sport Folder

 

For more information contact:

 

Mark Fosbrook
Aiming High: Disability Sport & Physical Activity Officer
Tel: 01785 619398
Email: mfosbrook@staffordbc.gov.uk