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Inclusive tennis

Abbie Probert wants to get more adults and children with SEND on court and playing tennis. The benefits of participating in regular physical activity are...

Wellbeing and autism

James Beale on how people with autism experience nature-based exercise (NBEX) Physical activity is good for us. It has physical and psychological benefits. Nature can...

Boyzone, bouncing and laughter

Therapeutic trampolining is a relaxed and playful resource, says Ange Anderson. Trampolining is not yet a Paralympic sport, but tumbling, which is both a gymnastic...

Overcoming PE-phobia

Sport and PE can be a difficult subject for children with Special Educational Needs. They may love it or hate it but either way...

Martial Arts: a harmonious life and a job in fast food

Vickie Simos describes how regular martial arts changed three students’ lives for the better. When I took up boxing and martial arts, I was looking...

Dyspraxia: positive moves in PE

Sally Payne explores how educators can help shape dyspraxic children’s attitudes towards physical activity. Dyspraxia, also known as developmental coordination disorder (DCD) affects movement and...

Why outdoor physical activity and play have a fundamental role in...

Vicci Wells discusses how schools have turned to outdoor-based activities – embedding physical activity into lessons. Despite the varied and substantial benefits of physical activity,...

Support children to get their hands dirty this autumn, urges RHS

The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) are reminding people of the benefits of children getting their hands dirty this autumn, with gardening known to deliver...

Personal training for people with special educational needs and disabilities

Dermot Kavanagh discusses the benefits of personal training for people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) If the last year has taught us anything,...

Study to look at ways of engaging disabled children in sport

A new three-year research project will seek to better understand the needs of parents and families of disabled children when it comes to accessing...

Book Reviews

Teaching Dyslexic Students: Theory and Practice

Lynn Lovell is head of Professional Practice at the British Dyslexia Association. She has completed an MA in Specific Learning Difficulties with a focus...

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