Heatherwood School is committed to help all students become more active. The intention of the Community Sports Program is to provide families with a place to go to find local sports clubs that offer all abilities sports programs.
The Aims of the Community Sports Programs are:
- To improve health and wellbeing of Heatherwood students through extra-curricular sporting activities,
- Widen the social connections between Heatherwood families and local community groups,
- Increase support and develop networks for current students,
- Increase sustainability of health and physical activity after school years into adulthood for students and families.
For additional support in getting your child involved in community sport, please contact Heatherwood Physical Education Department via the school’s email address.
Disability Sport & Recreation
Disability Sport & Recreation works with local government and organisations to help support individuals accessing sport and recreation activities they wish to engage with. DSR are a great organisation that can help find a sporting group for your child or simply provide advice on all ability's activities in your area. They are a great starting point for families looking to get their child involved in sport and recreation.
For more information
P: (03) 9473 0133
E: info@dsr.org.au
Visit: dsr.org.au
Ferntree Gully Tennis Club
Ferntree Gully Tennis Club is a family friendly, inclusive and active club situated in the leafy surrounds of Ferntree Gully. All Abilities Tennis runs every THURSDAY afternoon between 5.30pm - 6.30pm during school terms. Free equipment packs to new participants including racquets, shirt and caps. Suitable for children ages 5+ and adults with physical and/or intellectual disabilities
For more information
P: 0413780975
E: secretary.ftgtc@gmail.com
Visit: https://play.tennis.com.au/ferntreegullytennisclub
Ringwood Spiders All Abilities Football Club
Ringwood Spiders Football Club has provided Australian Rules football opportunities for people with a mild to medium intellectual disability within the City of Maroondah and surrounding areas of outer eastern Melbourne. They have a strong history and have forged a long-term relationship with the Maroondah City Council and other key local recreation and disability organisations.
P: (03) 9725 8264