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…wn’s syndrome. Fundraise for us We don’t receive any funding from local or central Government to run DSActive and we rely almost entirely on voluntary donations. There’s lots of ways you can raise money for the DSA and DSActive…visit our fundraising pages for inspiration, donate right now using a credit or debit card via Virgin Money Giving or contact us: By Post Please make cheques payable to the “Down’s Syndrome Association” and send to:- DSAc…
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DSActive partner with CIMSPA to provide Leisure and Fitness Education Workshops
…terminology share our research and case studies discuss barriers, improvements and take suggestions If you have any questions or queries, please feel free to contact the DSActive Team via email or via telephone 0333 12 12 300….
The DSActive Nutrition App
…d physical activity. The App will educate users along a healthy journey to better living, we aim to help people with Down’s syndrome swap old unhealthy habits for healthier new ones, empowering them to lose weight and feel great! Health Swap will be available for free on Apple and Android smartphones and tablets and is planned for launch during the summer this year. To find out more about the App please email dsactive@downs-syndrome.org.uk or call…
DSActive to run Multi-Sports Festival in Devon
A free event offering youngsters with Down’s syndrome the chance to try out a variety of sports is taking place in Devon in March…and it’s looking for participants. The Multi-Sports Festival will be held at Blundell’s School in Tiverton on Monday 4th March and participants of all ages and abilities are invited to take part. The event will see students from Blundell’s School assisting at the event, helping out at the different activity stations un…
Healthy living
…who can be more susceptible to weight-related conditions such as Type 2 diabetes and obesity. Research has found that of those involved in DSActive sessions, 27% have lost weight, 68% have improved their fitness, 71% have grown in confidence, 78% have improved their physical ability and 91% have improved their social skills. Being active is an important part of being healthy, but what you eat is just as important. The DSActive team have been worki…
An update on our Leisure and Fitness training workshops
…eisure Centre said: “The workshop was very informative. I feel that I have better awareness of what Down’s syndrome is and what terminology to use. I would recommend the workshop to people.” DSActive Sports Officer said: “I want to see more people with Down’s syndrome becoming active or staying active. Leisure centres should be providing local physical services to the local community. Many leisure centres can provide lots of different types of act…
Great skills on display in Plymouth
…’s syndrome we have seen all of these things. The guys that come along are free to express themselves with a football in a fun and comfortable environment. We look forward to welcoming new faces to our future sessions, any age and gender welcome!” Participants at the session also received a DSActive goodie bag which contained logbooks for the players and parents to fill in together. This means the players, parents and coaches can track the player’…
Review of DSActive South East Football Festival 2019
…To check out the South East Football Festival, Charlton AFC have produced a video of the day which you can watch here. If you would like to find out more, please feel free to contact the DSActive Team on email (dsactive@downs-syndrome.org.uk) or by telephone on 0333 12 12 300….
