We believe everyone should be able to live a full and active life, regardless of their ability or health. YMCA Plymouth provides a range of specialised activities in including sports and clubs for young people and adults with disabilities and additional needs.
We provide:
- A safe & friendly environment
- Excellent care & support
- Development & progression
- Specialist trained staff
Inclusive activities are offered at YMCA Plymouth’s centres in Honicknowle Lane and Torpoint. For details about the sessions and suitability, or to discuss a young person’s needs, please contact us.
Fun Days @ YMCA Torpoint
Fun Days at Torpoint happen every Saturday and are for the whole family. Geared for those with an additional need, activities include: Trampoline, Table Tennis, Robot Table Tennis, Badminton, Football, Basketball, Unihock, Short Tennis, Bouncy Castle and 6-weekly excursions to local destinations (swimming, Adrenaline, and other theme parks). Contact our Torpoint team to find out more.
| Cost: £3 per session |
When: Every other Saturday 10.30am – 12pm |
Ages All ages |
YMCA Specials
This multi-sport session is full of inclusive sports! This club helps build confidence and ability in a fun and friendly environment. Opportunities for competition are also available for those with intellectual disabilities through Special Olympics.
| Cost: £3 per session First session free! |
When: Wednesday 4.45pm – 5.45pm Only during school term |
Ages 5-16 |
Special Olympics ‘The Specials’ club
A hugely successful multi-sport club that is open to people with an Intellectual (Learning) Disability aged 16 +. Ran by Special Olympics Plymouth & District, sports at this club include; Boccia, Badminton, Short Map Bowls, Football, Tag Rugby, Kwik Cricket, Judo, Basketball, and much more! Find out more at www.sopd.org.uk
| Cost: £3 per session First session free! |
When: Wednesday 6pm – 8pm |
Ages 16+ |
Fun Bounce
(Not currently available)
This trampoline based session is for children and young people with mobility related disabilities and other additional needs. These sessions will help improve their strength and mobility while being supported by a qualified instructor.
| Cost: £3 per session |
When: Thursday 4.30pm – 5.30pm |
Ages 5-18 |
Trampolining
(Not currently available)
A more advanced and structured version of our Fun Bounce sessions. This session is for young people who want to progress and develop their trampolining ability.
| Cost: £3 per session |
When: Thursday 5.30pm – 6.30pm |
Ages 8-18 |
Indoor Climbing
(Not currently available)
Our inclusive indoor climbing sessions aim to make the fun and benefits of climbing available to people with a wide range of ability. We use specialist equipment and qualified instructions to deliver these fun and engaging sessions.
| Cost: £3 per session |
When: Tuesday 5pm – 6pm |
Ages 8-18 |
