June Update from AAA Play
June has been another challenging month in Victoria, but the good news is that programs are starting to come back! Sports are all extremely busy working on return to play plans and strategies in line with the ever-changing environment and government restrictions, and we can't wait to get back out on the field. For the most up to date restrictions and rules, click here.
If you are interested in what the return to play might look like for you, your club or your organisation, Sport Australia have released a toolkit. See more information here.
In the meantime, we have loved learning more about Autism inclusion in sport, recreation and physical education during the Special Olympics Australia webinar series, and are still keeping active at home with heaps of online activity resources here.
Even with restrictions there is heaps to keep us active and engaged, so read on to find out what we've been up to over June.
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In the Spotlight
Looking forward: Tennis is back!
Tennis is not only one of the most popular and inclusive sports in Australia, it is also one of the easiest sports to practice physical distancing while playing. Now, tennis courts across Victoria are opening up. Even better, heaps of tennis clubs across Victoria have resumed their inclusive programming, which means we can get back out on the court. Ace.
Click here for Tennis Victoria's return to tennis toolkit, to see how they are safely returning to the court.
So dust off your racquet, and click here for your nearest program!
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Looking back: AAA Play Updates
AAA Play has been busy while working from home! There are a number of new features you may have noticed. These updates will make it easier than ever to find an activity that is right for you as we return to play, and in the meantime, even more activities for you to do at home.
New Age Group and Day of the Week Filters
Now when you search for an inclusive sport or recreation program here, you can filter by age and day of the week, to make it even easier to find the perfect program for you.
Find an Activity for Home
It is still important for many of us to stay home and be physically distant, but that doesn't mean we can't still be active. We have collected a whole range of programs and activities that you can do from the comfort of your own home. Find an Activity for Home here.
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Find an Activity
Parkrun
Parkrun is a free weekly community event held at 8.00am every Saturday morning that is coordinated entirely by volunteers, where you can walk, jog, run or wheel five (5) kilometres, volunteer or just spectate and socialise. Parkrun events aren't running at the moment, but the tracks are all public and open. There are over 50 tracks across Victoria - have a go on one of them at a time that suits you!
Parkruns across Victoria can be found here.
Geelong Wheelchair Tennis
Geelong Adaptive Sports, in conjunction with GLTC and Tennis Australia conduct a weekly adaptive tennis program in Geelong open to all ages and abilities.
Details can be found here.
Disabled Wintersport Australia
Ski slopes are starting to open up, and DWA is the body responsible for adaptive winter sport in Australia. DWA has supported thousands of individuals with disabilities to discover and enjoy the alpine environment.
Details can be found here.
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Brimbank Park Playscape
Have you heard of Brimbank Park Playscape? It's a park which has been designed specifically to include and inspire children of all abilities, including those in wheelchairs. It will make you want to play with the whole family, and explore for hours.
Click here for more information.
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Return to School Resources
Amaze has worked with the Victorian Department of Education and Training to create resources for the transition back to school for autistic students, and their parents and carers.
Click here for more information.
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NEW AAA Ballarat Cricket Team
Our friends at AAA Sport Ballarat have partnered with North Ballarat Cricket Club and established an all abilities team which will also have the opportunity to compete in the Melbourne All Abilities League.
Click here for more information.
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VicHealth 'Be Healthy' Podcast
Perfect for all your home workouts, when you're cooking, relaxing or going for walks, runs, or getting your daily exercise. VicHealth have helped launch the 'Healthy at Home' podcast series, with a wealth of information on how to stay physically and mentally well during coronavirus.
Click here for more information.
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Special Olympics Webinars
Special Olympics Australia 3rd webinar in the Autism Inclusion in Sport, Recreation and Physical Education series has just been announced for Monday, the 13th of July. Click here to register.
In the meantime, catch up on previous webinars and other learning materials on Special Olympics Australia’s online learning platform - SOA Learn. For instructions on how to navigate the SOA Learn website click here
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Dance & Roll Term 3
Dance & Roll is back for term 3 from the comfort of your house! Tune in on Thursdays, 6pm - 7pm over Zoom, for a range of dance styles.
Click here for more information
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Play By The Rules Online Think Tank
Play by The Rules are hosting a free webinar with Paralympics Australia CEO Lynne Anderson, to discuss the implications of COVID-19 on athletes with disability.
This a FREE live streamed event that will start at 12.00 pm on 2nd July AEST.
For more information click here.
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This Girl Can Videos
This Girl Can Victoria have launched a new page on their website full of exercise videos just for women. There are heaps of different types of workouts of all different lengths of time - there is sure to be something for everyone.
Click here for more information.
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Ice Sports Victoria Survey
Ice Sports Victoria, the peak body for Ice Hockey, Curling, Ice Racing and Figure Skating, is working with Vicsport to identify opportunities to provide an amazing customer experience to people with disability.
We are promoting the survey because we want to see more sport organisations creating inclusive programs. The survey will be open until Sunday July 5th at 11.59pm.
Click here for more information
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Our Ambassador Sonny has been practicing his footy skills at home here, and had a go at the Reclink footy challenge! Awesome job Sonny!
Think you can do better? Upload a video of yourself kicking to a target, or into a bin, and tag AAA Play and Reclink Australia to show us your best effort!
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For any further information on the programs featured please go to www.aaavic.org.au or call us on 1800 222 842.
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