Success at Grampian Swimming Gala
After a hiatus in 2021, a much-enjoyed swimming gala returned to Grampian. The Mary Duncan Swimming Gala, which caters for both junior and senior competitors with a physical, sensory
Inclusion Success for Scuba Diving Club
An Aberdeen-based scuba diving club has successfully pioneered an explicit approach to inclusion. Aberdeen BSAC approached Scottish Disability Sport to ask about the possibility of trialing scuba diving with adult
Fachie Takes Top Prize at Aberdeen Sports Awards
Grampian Paracyclist, Neil Fachie, has claimed the top title at this year’s Aberdeen Sports Awards. The tandem cyclist from Aberdeen picked up the Sports Achiever of the Year Award after
Successful Summer of Play for Aberdeenshire
Grampian Disability Sport had a fantastic return to sport during the summer holidays, thanks to Summer of Play funding. GDS was able to access just under £8,000 of the government
Summer Activities 2021
If you’re aged 10 – 17 years old with a physical, visual or hearing impairment, be sure to book your space on the Scottish Disability Sport Grampian Camp on 11th
GDS Newsletter!
We’re delighted to announce the launch of our very own newsletter. Two editions will be released throughout the year, celebrating the successes of our clubs, athletes, participants, partners and volunteers,
Grampian Resident Undertakes Extreme Distance Event to Raise Money for Branch
A Grampian-based triathlete is taking on an eye-watering distance challenge in aid of local SDS Branch, Grampian Disability Sport. Scott Munro, a Technical Manager for an ROV firm by day,
Boost for Para Athletics in Moray with New Equipment
A Moray athletics club can now offer people with physical disabilities the opportunity to participate in para athletics thanks to the generosity of local businesses. Elgin Amateur Athletics Club
Inclusive Trampoline Takes A Leap Forward in Moray
Progress has been made in the development of inclusive trampoline opportunities in Moray thanks to a donation of specialist equipment. Moray Sports Centre took delivery of a gently used Sag
Outstanding commitment to volunteering sees GDS Vice Chair awarded BEM
A dedicated and long-term member of the Grampian Disability Sport committee has been awarded a British Empire Medal in the latest Queen’s Birthday Honours list for her commitment to volunteering