For sports clubs
Exercise is good for our physical and mental health. However, many Autistic people face barriers participating in sport. If you are a member of a sports club, here are some things you can do to create better opportunities for Autistic people to engage, excel and enjoy the camaraderie and physical benefits that come with playing sport.
Information sheets
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Why inclusion matters
Inclusive, evidence-informed services are vital for health, wellbeing, economic participation, and equity.
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Tackling bullying
Bullying can happen anywhere and in different forms, including physical, verbal, social and online through cyberbullying.
Videos
Ella Pardy PLY
Ella, an Australian Paralympian with cerebral palsy, is Autistic and shares practical ways people can be supportive based on her lived experience.
Grace Tame
Grace shares her profound connection with running and how it enhances her emotional well-being, providing clarity and fostering relationships that have become an essential part of her life.
Podcasts
Blogs
Physical activity for Autistic people: The benefits and barriers
Physical activity benefits Autistic people by enhancing health, well-being, and social connection, but barriers can hinder participation in group sports.
Exploring Autistic participation in sport and physical activities
We explored what helps and hinders Autistic people's participation in sports and physical activity.
Making sports inclusive for Autistic individuals
Australian professional football club, Western Sydney Wanderers, works with Aspect to make soccer autism-friendly for the next generation of players.
Help make your event or club Autism Friendly
Contact our Autism Friendly team for a consultation
Complete the Aspect Autism Friendly enquiry form to find out more about our Autism Friendly consultations
