For you

Different roles, same goal: helping more people take part.

Inclusive sport works best when people around the participant understand what helps. A parent may need the right questions to ask. A club may need a simple checklist. A school may need ideas that work for mixed ability groups.

Start with the guide that matches your role, then use the sport and location pages to keep going.

For parents and carers For clubs

Choose a guide

Practical starting points for different people.

These pages are written for real conversations, not perfect policy documents.

Families

For parents and carers

Questions to ask, signs of a welcoming club and ways to make the first session feel less daunting.

For support coordinators

How to help someone explore sport as part of community participation and social connection.

For clubs

A club-friendly guide to better conversations, safer welcomes and small changes that matter.

For schools

Ideas for making sport and physical activity feel more open to different students.

For councils

Ways local councils can support accessible sport, local clubs and community participation.

For coaches

Simple coaching habits that help participants feel seen, understood and included.

A shared job

Access is not one person's responsibility.

Families should not have to push through every barrier alone. Clubs should not be expected to know everything on day one. Schools and councils do not need perfect answers before they start improving.

The better path is honest. Ask the person what helps. Talk early. Try small adjustments. Review what worked. Keep the door open for the next person.

Also useful

Popular guides to use next.

Find inclusive sports

A practical guide to finding the right starting point.

Inclusive sports for kids

A guide for families looking for child-friendly participation options.

NDIS and sport

General guidance on sport, recreation and NDIS conversations.

Questions people ask

Helpful questions

Is this advice for professionals only?

No. These guides are written for families, volunteers, support workers, teachers, coaches and anyone trying to make sport easier to access.

Can clubs use these pages as training?

They can be a helpful starting point, but clubs should also use formal training and official policies where needed.

Which page should I read first?

If you are helping someone find a sport, start with the participant or family guide. If you run a club, start with the club and coach pages. Schools and councils have their own starting points.

Can more than one audience page apply?

Yes. A parent may also be a coach, a support coordinator may also work with clubs, and councils may want school or club resources. Use whichever page helps the current conversation.

How can these pages help before making contact?

They help people prepare useful information, ask clearer questions and avoid leaving important access details until the day of the session.