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Terms & Conditions landing page Legal At Scarborough Disabled Swimming Group (SDSG), the safety, privacy, and wellbeing of our members, carers, families, and volunteers are our top priority. To ensure a positive and secure experience for everyone, we have established a set of essential documents that outline your rights, responsibilities, and our commitments to you. These include: Terms and Conditions – The rules and guidelines for participation in SDSG activities. Health Commitment Statement – Important information about your health and safety when engaging in SDSG activities, events and sessions. Privacy Notice – How we collect, use, and protect your personal data. Other Policies – Covering safeguarding, conduct, and operational procedures. It is important that all members, carers, family members, and volunteers read and understand these documents before engaging with SDSG. By doing so, you help us maintain a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable environment for everyone. You can access all these documents below. Please take a few moments to review them carefully. Go Down To Legal Documents

Discover the Scarborough Disabled Swimming Group - a welcoming community offering accessible facilities, swimming programs, and more. Join now! BOOKING NOW OPEN ONLINE Low cost family activity in the small pool Welcome to SDSG Accessible swim session & extension activites for people of all ages with a disability, their families and also anyone aged 50+ JOIN NOW RENEW MEMBERSHIP BOOK ONLINE I.SWIM Teaching & Learning Aquacise Join our exercise based aquatic activities run by our qualified aquafit Instructor, combining general swimming and exercise to improve movement and mobility. There are loads of benefits to giving our aquacise classes a go. Not only will it help you burn off extra calories, but it does it in a way that’s gentle on your joints. This means you won’t hurt as much afterwards and will also help with all sorts of other fitness targets. These include improving your flexibility and range of movement, as well as helping to fend off osteoporosis. As well as giving you a fantastic workout, aqua classes are a great way to meet new people. Meanwhile, the exercises themselves are great fun and our instructors go the extra mile to ensure everyone in the class has a great time. Reserve a Spot View Swim Dates All Age Aqua-Sensory Which can include fluid movements, relaxation, music, singing, signing and discovery play. There are activities for children, adults and the whole family. We have installed state of the art visual and audio equipment and have a team of dedicated volunteers and qualified Swim Teachers, many of whom have undertaken further professional development in water therapy and sensory play. SDSG is affiliated to the Halliwick Association of Swimming Therapy. Learner: Informal Reserve a Spot Learn More General Swimming Are you looking for a general swim and a chat with fellow members, then look no further! We have various floats and specialist equipment on hand to make your swim extra special. Become a Member Equipment Page NASCH Distance Badge & Water Skills Award Scheme The scheme is points based and is extremely flexible to accommodate our informal learners and a vast array of disabilities. Everyone can learn a life skill! NASCH Affiliation and Registration No: 924 Learner: Informal / Semi formal Reserve a Spot More Information Timing and Stroke Development Awards Are you looking to improve your swimming technique or wish to complete that width or length a bit faster? Our volunteers are on hand to time you, we also have qualified Swim Teachers available to provide advice and guidance. For adults and children of all abilities. Learner: Semi-formal & Adapted Book Now More Information Special Olympics Members with an intellectual disability* have the opportunity to continue their development through Special Olympics (SO) GB. We currently have a team of six Special Olympic Athletes who travel the region to compete in competitions and events. Registered club with Special Olympics GB Learner: Semi formal / Adapted FURTHER INFO VISIT SO WEBSITE Family Activity New Rockhopper Series The Rockhopper series is an exciting programme consisting of 9 awards which introduce children/young people with disabilities to the joy of water. The award scheme is aimed at our semi-formal and adapted learners. The series develops water confidence and water skills as well as increasing water safety awareness and knowledge. The lessons* take place alongside our fortnightly swim session, so children/young people can enjoy some "free time" before or after their lesson. The lessons themselves are small, bite-sized lessons of 20 minutes. Children/young people will work with a Swim Teacher in small groups to learn the skills necessary to earn their awards. If you are interested in these lessons please let us know. *Separate fees apply Express An Interest Family Activity JOIN NOW Family Aquatic Activities Plus We have joined forces with Kingspan and their Planet Passionate Community Fund to be able to offer family activities in the small pool with low cost entry from £2.00. Our swim teachers are on hand lead various progressive games and activities promoting: Water confidence Aquatic skills Mental wellbeing Team Building Co-ordination Supporting children to progress onto and develop through the Learn to Swim Penguin Series Award Scheme. Book online today! Learner: Informal / Semi formal Join Us Family Activity JOIN NOW Swim & Natter As part of our winter offer, why not have a swim and a chat over a hot drink after our fortnightly swim session. Hot drinks are donation only. All ages welcome. Book online today! Join Us Accessible Facilities Ample disabled parking, two accessible changing rooms with shower changing beds, open plan village changing cubicles, Pool Pod Platform. Plus lots lots more. Find Out More Over 50 S wimming Swimming in any form is great exercise. Not only is it a whole-body workout, but thanks to the extra resistance of water, you’re building strength and boosting your cardio fitness at the same time. The buoyancy offered by the water means you’re less likely to hurt yourself and makes it ideal if you’re recovering from injury or returning to exercise after a long lay-off. These sessions are also a great opportunity to meet up with friends, socialise and get active together. Not only does this make them great for your physical wellbeing, but your mental health as well. Join Us View Swim Dates Volunteering We are currently offering Aquatic Helper Placements for young people aged 16+ to gain experience and skills working with people with SEND. Placements normally last 8 swim sessions, where you will have the opportunity to carry out various roles within the charity and complete the STA Aquatic Helper Award. To be able to offer this short project we received a Magic Little Grant through the partnership between Localgiving and Postcode Neighbourhood Trust. More Information View Video View Poster Good Boost Good Boost provides accessible therapeutic exercise programmes, through cutting-edge technology. SDSG has purchased a waterproof tablet and with the kind support of Good Boost gained access to their range of rehabilitation programmes. Which are designed to be beneficial and fun for people with a wide range of MSK conditions, including arthritis and back pain. Learn More View Swim Dates I.SWM I.SWIM PROJECT PROGRESSIVE AQUATIC ACTIVITIES Read More COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER INVOLVEMENT Read More LINKED ENRICHMENT ACTIVITIES Read More NOW ON Accessing Aquacise & Beyond Our all age Aquacise class is for young people and adults wishing to get back into swimming and aquatic exercise. Each class will be tailored to those in each cohort of five classes. Classes include: aqua-aerobics stretching developing water skills improving water confidence One of the great benefits is that you can go at your own level, without any pressure to push yourself too hard. You can gradually work harder each session and take a brief break when needed. Each time you attend, you’ll be building up your stamina and, importantly, your confidence. Other benefits: Fun & social Aqua-aerobics lowers your heart rate compared to exercise out of the water Great for burning fat & calories Low impact for joints Good for lowering stress levels Low cost activity Attend with friends/family Small class sizes Join SDSG Aquati Activities I.ACTIVE We are offering a range of fitness based activities in the sport hall, multi use room and gym, which will meet a varied range of needs and learning styles . These may include: traditional garden games (such as qouits), yoga, badminton, instructor led gym activities, dance, chair based exercises, aerobics, group cycling and Good Boost classes to name a few. Members will have input into the activities being delivered: with the aim of improving fitness, confidence and engagement in regular exercise. We are also looking for volunteers to help deliver these activities and support members to get the most out of these opportunities. To find out more please visit our Volunteer page. To view or book our current I.Active classes click "Book Now" . We also run classes in association with local self-help groups, schools and care providers. Book Now Download Flyer I.SWIM Water Safety Awards With around 48 percent of children in England, leaving primary school (Key Stage 2) unable to swim, we want to ensure that children with a disability (and their siblings) have the opportunity to keep themselves safe in and around water. Swimming isn't just about being able to have fun in the water with family and friends (although it is and you should!). Its about knowing what to do if someone gets into trouble. You will also learn key water skills, such as, floatation and treading water. Plus much more! For our adaptive learners , our swim teachers are there to support you in your learning and assesses you against the award scheme. Supported by local schools. Email Us More Information COMING SOON I.LEARN TO SWIM From time to time we offer the opportunity for children with SEND to work towards The Learn to Swim Awards through a series of adapted lessons . The Awards are divided into 7 progressive stages. They make up the core, national syllabus of learning to swim for primary school aged children. They are designed to reward your child for their development of the essential aquatic skills they need to be confident, competent and safe in the water. Should a child not meet the Learn to Swim Award criteria within the series of classes, we will endeavour to match their progression to another award scheme. To access these classes you must be a member of SDSG and be regularly attending our main fortnightly swim session. More Information I.DEVELOP Adult Swimming From time to time we offer the opportunity for young people and adults with SEND to work towards The Swim England Adult Swimming Framework through a series of adapted lessons . The Adult Swimming Framework is about improving confidence, technique and safety in the water, with no age limit. Not everyone is able to reach their potential in the water during their school years . This is where swimming lessons using our Adult Swimming Framework can help. Around 30% of adults in the UK can’t swim a length. Yet, one quarter of adult non-swimmers would like to learn how. Adults have very different needs to children when learning to swim – as an adult, you have different motivations and learn in different ways. Our Adult Swimming Framework takes this into account, providing goals and targets suitable for those aged 16+. To access these classes you must be a member of SDSG and be regularly attending our main fortnightly swim session. Lottery: More Information Anchor 2 I.SWIM Aqua Sensory Our weekday aqua sensory sessions are a great opportunity for children with SEND to explore the water and build water confidence with their family, in a calm environment, with a unique ambience created by our sensory lighting and sounds. An Everyone Active qualified swim teacher will be on hand to provide advice and guidance from poolside. Each session will be aimed at a different age range, to ensure as many families can benefit from these sessions as possible. Come and join us! Learner: Informal Book Now I.ACTIVE SOFTPLAY This is a series of soft play sessions aimed at children with SEND, as part of our I.Active programme. Each class is aimed at a specific age range, please click "book now" to see what age range is currently on offer. Children and parents come together to explore, play and interact. Learner: Informal Book Now I.ACTIVE SUPPORTED GYM SESSION Supported gym session for adults aged 16 plus, who may need support from an instructor during the session. This activity is lead by experienced Everyone Active gym instructors and is open to users with sensory needs, neurodiverse or would just prefer support on hand if needed from an instructor. Learner: Semi formal/adapted Book Now I.EXPLORE POOL SNORKELLING EXPERIENCE This opportunity is part of our I.SWIM specialist activities, where members have the opportunity to experience the pool in a new way. As an extension to the Learn to Swim pathway, members will learn about: Safe entries/exits Masks, snorkels & fins Hand signals Snorkelling games Safety in the pool Learner: Adapted , aged 8+ and be a competent swimmer. Numbers will be limited, please ask at an SDSG main fortnightly swim session for more information.

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Our membrship page explained how to become a member of Scarborough Disabled Swimming Group, along with forms to dowload. WHO CAN JOIN As a user led membership charity you will need to join before attending one of our swim sessions or activities. Anyone (child, young person or adult) with a special educational need or disability (SEND) People with a short or long term health/medical condition (examples including : recovering after a hip replacement, muscle/ligament injury or more long term with diabetes or a hearing impairment ) Adults aged 50+ Membership To join us, you do not need an official diagnoses but you may need to provide some additional information to confirm eligibility. SDSG believes in the holistic approach to support, therefore, each paid up member can bring their family, carer(s) or a friend swimming with them (subject to entry fees), as long as they complete a membership form. TERMS & CONDITIONS JOIN US To join us in two easy steps: - Complete your Membership Form and Pay your Annual Membership online - Pay your entry fee / book online* The above stages can be completed online in advance of your first swim session, or if required, completed at the start of your first swim session. Should you require them, incontinence swimwear** can be purchased from a range of online suppliers, a good place to start may be Fledglings, ran by a charity called Connect. *Please be aware, some of our activities book up very fast and online booking normally closes at least six hours before each swim session. ** SDSG has a small hardship fund to help members with the cost of swimwear and individual buoyancy aids. Please contact us for more information. N ote: Membership is not confirmed until your first swim session, subject to any additional questions. SIGNUP ONLINE Cost: Each household (or individually if in supported living/care home) pays an annual membership fee, which is due upon joining and in January each year. See downloads for example costs depending on your situation. See the documents section for membership examples. First Year Signup Membership: £8.00* Annual Membership: £8.00* ( subsidised) There are also session/activity entry fees to help pay costs such as: pool hire, lifeguards, volunteer training and equipment costs. Please check the individual activity fee when booking. Fortnightly swim session: Swim Entry Adult: from £4.50 Swim Entry Child: £2.00 (external funding) Children under five enter free of charge. If you are in financial hardship, you may wish to contact your Social Worker. Subject to eligibility, it is possible to include the cost of attending SDSG swim sessions in your care plan / Direct Payments / Personnel Health Budget, including the cost of any carer(s) and travel required. Depending on your disability, some charities also provide grants for health and fitness activities. SDSG also holds a small discretionary hardship fund, please contact us for more information. *If you are a tax payer we can claim back the tax paid on your membership fee, an additional 25% through Gift Aid. Please complete a declaration or a Gift Aid Envelop during one of our sessions. Annual membership is due on 1st January each year. SIGNUP ONLINE Sign up and pay your signup fee quickly and easily online via Member Mo Jo. To help keep you safe, every person in the pool must have completed and returned a membership form. This is an insurance requirement and they must be reviewed regularly to ensure they remain up to date. Once signed up, you can review and update your membership details at any time and you will be sent a booking password to enable you to book your first swim session with us. If you are a carer/parent, please complete your membership form first, as the lead member and logout. Then, login and click "Your Membership", scroll down to "Additional Members" and select "New Membership" to complete another linked membership form. If the lead carer changes at a later date, please contact us to change the lead person. SIGNUP ONLINE OTHER WAYS TO JOIN SIGNUP ONLINE Frequently Asked Questions 01 What payment options do I have? Members (via their membership account) can make secure payments with their PayPal account, credit and debit cards, or Apple Pay and Google Pay from a phone. 02 Do you provide personal care? No, we do not provide any personal care. If you require this level of support, please ensure you arrange adequate support before, during and after SDSG swim sessions. 03 Why does it say booking is closed online? To enable the volunteers to print out the record sheets before a swim session, online booking usually closes at 11am on the day of the swim session. Please book in advance where possible. 04 I have paid my membership online, how do I book a swim session? Upon paying your annual membership online and completing your membership form, you are sent a welcome email confirming your online booking password. If you have not received it within 30mins, please check your "Junk" folder. Please click "book now" (top right of this webpage), select the activity/session you wish to book, enter the password and follow the instructions to book online. 05 Are there any Terms & Conditions? Yes, full terms & conditions can be seen on our website , including: Swim Wear Policy Health committment statement Safeguarding statement General Terms & Conditions Cancelations & Refund Policy Online Terms & Conditions 06 When are the changing rooms available from / to? The changing rooms are normally available 15 mins before and after our swim sessions. The changing rooms may be open to the public. 07 How do I login to my Member Account? Via your online membership account you can: - update your contact details - update your health and medical information -update your preferences - renew your membership To login, please visit: www.membermojo.co.uk/sdsg and select sign in by email. As a security measure you will not automatically be signed in, but will receive another email with a further link. This link is only valid for 2 hours (If the link expires, you can generate another one by going back to the previous email and click the ‘Click to complete your application’ link again). This will generate another sign in email. 08 I am a carer, how do I set up a membership on behalf of my service user(s)? New Account Please visit: www.membermojo.co.uk/sdsg , complete your membership form (as the lead person), then log out and back in again. Click "Your Membership" tab and scroll down to "Additional Membership", click "New Member" and complete a membership form in the name of your service user. You will then be able to update and switch between the membership form for your service user(s) and your own, via the "Your Membership" tab. Existing Member Should you already have a Membership Account with SDSG, login, click "Your Membership" tab, then "Additional Membership". 09 How do I renew my membership? Renewal reminders are sent automatically as the membership expiry date approaches. You then login to your online membership account and click renew. If another member shares your email address, you will need to "switch user" and renew their membership. 10 How do I renew the membership of a service user or family member who shares my email address? If your child or service user shares your email address, login to Member Mo Jo and scrolls down to "Switch Member". 1 - Select the member you wish to renew. 2- Scroll back up to the top 3 - You should then have a message inviting you to renew that membership. 4 - Follow the options. 3 - You then need to repeat this process for any other members who share your email address. 11 I have a new carer, what do I do? Should you have a new or additional carer, they are required to complete a new membership form before getting in the water. Please login to your Membership Account, click the "Your Membership" tab, then "Additional Membership". You will then be invited to complete a new membership form. 12 My child is disabled, how do I register them? 1 - Please create yourself a Membership Account and complete your membership form, then logout. 2 - Log in to your Membership Account and click "My Membership". 3 - Scroll down to "Additional Membership" 4 - Select "add member", to add a child with a disability . Please repeat the above steps to add another linked membership, eg any other family members. 13 How do I update my Childs or service users details? If your child or service user shares your email address, login to Member Mo Jo and scrolls down to "Switch Member". 1 - Select the member you wish to edit. 2- Scroll back up to "My Details" and click "View or Edit". 3 - It will then load the member profile that you selected. 4 - Scroll down to the bottom and select "Edit" 14 My lead carer has changed, what do I do? If your lead carer has changed (the person who managed your online membership account), once your new lead carer has created an online membership account, please inform the front desk during a SDSG swim session and confirm their email address. Your membership account (plus any other members) will then be linked to the new lead carer's account and your previous lead carer's account will be deactivated. 15 I want to bring a family member/friend, what do I do? 1 - Once you have set up your own membership, please logout and back in. 2 - Go to your Membership Account, click the "Your Membership" tab. 3 - Select "Additional Membership" 4 - Select "New Membership" 16 I have broken my leg, can I join? Yes, our swim sessions are open to anyone with a short or long term health conditions where our specialist sessions would be beneficial. 17 I am part of a self-help group, can we bring a mini bus? Yes, by all means. All swimmers need to have completed their membership forms online and be paid up. 18 Teaching & Learning @ SDSG As SDSG we aim to tailor the activities we offer to the children, young people and adults we work with. To faciliate this, we group people based on one of three pathways: informal, semi-formal and adaptive. Where appropriate, we may also group by age, stage and physical ability. When deciding which activities to join in with or to book, please consider the pathway it is aimed at and ensure it meets your needs and ambitions. The pathways are flexible, so if you are not sure, please speak with the teacher/instructor for more information. 19 What is a specialist or fitness activity? This is a physical activity which is requires intense exercise, such as, aquacise, circuit class or pool snorkelling. Therefore we are required to ask you a few extra questions as part of a Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q). Please ensure your membership record is upto date (Member Mo Jo). Ensure you select: Plus check the PAR-Q: You must not participate in a specialist or fitness activity without completing this questionnaire via Member Mo Jo.

Learn about accessing Special Olympics SPECIAL OLYMPICS WHAT IS ON OFFER? Members with an intellectual disability* have the opportunity to continue their development through Special Olympics (SO) GB. We currently have a team of six Special Olympic Athletes who travel the region to compete in competitions and events. SO have created the video below to showcase its work. To find out more please contact Nicky or pop along to one of our swim sessions. Contact Us Introduction to Special Olympics GB Play Video SO Watch Now Share Whole Channel This Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Share Close Local Gala Our second local gala is on Sunday 5th October 2025. Hosted by SDSG and kindly officiated by Kingfishers Swimming Club, in partnership with Hull SO Swimming Club. Kindly support by The Lottery Community Fund and the many people who continue to donate, to enable the event to be a great success. Main Contact: Jackie@sdsg.org.uk Entry Forms: Janet: Janet.Nolan@sdsg.org.uk Due Date: 2nd September 2025 Photographer Accreditation Policy in place. Should you wish to attend the gala, please contact your local club to arrange entry. Only registered attendees will be granted entry. OPEN FEEDBACK FORM VIEW SCARBOROUGH SPORTS VILLAGE VIDEO Volunteers Our training, events and local gala would not happen without the hard work and dedication of our volunteers. May they be part of SDSG, Kingfishers Swimming Club or Hull SO Swimming Club. Volunteer guidance: Coaching Divisioning Safeguarding Competitions Photos & pictures These guides can be found on SDSG's Volunteer Hub or the SO website, link below. VOLUNTEER INFO SO COACH GUIDES Support Putting on an all day event with over 100 swimmers and 40 volunteers isn't cheap, we are looking for support to help cover the costs: Pool hire Lifeguard costs Volunteer expenses Food Medals & certificates Printing Hire of the hall and meeting room Swimmer & volunteer t-shirts Volunteer SO registration We are also looking for prizes for our fundraising raffle. If you or your employer is able to help, please contact us (contactus@sdsg.org.uk ). ONLINE DONATION Return - Home Page Return - Top of page

Our faciltities page summerises the accessibility of Scarborough Sports Village. The Facilities Scarborough Sports Village is a state of the art Olympic Games legacy community pool. The pool we have today has developed over time to incorporate many reasonable adjustments, with the aim to remove or reduce a disadvantage related to disability or a health condition, so as many people as possible can access the facility and the benefits of sports and physical exercise. Entrance Over 8 accessible parking spaces Main entry doors automatically open and close Bright and airy Accessible reception desk Loop system available Seats with arms Lift to pool changing area Village Changing Room Various cubical sizes and layouts Group changing Family changing Various accessible toilets Baby changing room Various size, level and location of lockers Various grab rails Access to the changing room via accessible electronically opened doors Inline with Sport England, many of the changing room benches are extra deep to accommodate overflow disabled changing Locker Saddles Available from reception to help those with Dementia or a learning disability to identify their locker independently. They can be customised with a photo to aid identification. SDSG secured this equipment from Sport England. The Pool 25 meter 8 lane main pool Learner pool State of the art water and air management system Pool View Iris above and in water pool safety system, helping lifeguards to detect and prevent drowning The pool itself was previously used in London as a training pool for the London 2012 Olympic & Paralympics Scarborough Borough Council secured £2.2m in Sport England funding to build the facility A thick lane rope boom can be put across the deep end of the pool to support members (SDSG raised the funds to purchase this equipment) Accessible Seating Throughout Scarborough Sports Village SDSG has placed chairs with arms to support users who need to sit down before, during or after their activity. Although most of the chairs are in prominent locations, some are located in quiet areas to support those who need space or lower noise levels. Accessible Doors Throughout Scarborough Sports Village Everyone Active have installed accessible doors to ensure as many people as possible can independently use the facilities. Please do not manually push or pull the doors, this will break them, they should only be operated through the push to open button located at the side of each door. My Jukes Headsets Waterproof headsets to improve hearing and direct communication between swimmer and swim teacher. To find out more visit our dedicated My Jukes webpage Large Accessible Changing Room Overhead hoist (please ensure it is put back to the charging cradle after use) Member to use their own hoist sling Training is available from Everyone Active Height adjustable bed Transfer board Privacy screen Shower Shower transport chair Toilet and sink Changing places compliant Bed cleaning wipes available from reception Small Accessible Changing Room Electric multi-height shower changing bed , which was purchased by SDSG to improve the accessible provision on offer Toilet, sink and shower Training is available from Everyone Active Transfer board Bed cleaning wipes available from reception Please inform reception if the indicator for "low battery" is showing Dual Use Changing Rooms Inline with Sport England Guidance, the following changing areas are dual use with extra deep seating and grab rails: Family changing rooms School changing rooms Various individual changing rooms with different styles of seating This is to enable those who don't require use of a changing places disabled changing room but have additional needs fulfilled by the extra deep seating, a larger changing area or grab rails, be able to use the adapted standard cubicles with their friends and family. Grabrails Through working in partnership with Everyone Active and Scarborough Borough Council, Scarborough Sports Village now has a range of grab rails throughout the changing room should you need them. Pool Pod Platform The platform is located by the main pool Can be used by wheelchair users as well as those who struggle with the pool steps and can stand One active wheelchair Two fully adjustable Tilt Wheelchairs (which were funded through SDSG at a cost of £4k each) Independent use wrist bands are available for the Pool Pod Platform from reception (training required) Small Pool Hoist Fixed seat Portable For both the main pool and learner pool User Manual Gradual Steps Both pools With handrails Identified step edges Main Home Page Next Page

Learn about NASCH Distance Badge & Waterskills Award Scheme NASCH DISTANCE BADGE & WATER SKILLS AWARD SCHEME A points based scheme to enable anyone to learn and develop in swimming Distance Badge Members can earn badges for swimming set distances freestyle or using one of the four main swim strokes: backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly and front crawl. Certificates and badges are awarded at our annual presentation in December each year. To find out more about the scheme please click and watch the video on this page or speak to one of our volunteer swim teachers during a SDSG swim session. Many swimmers pursue badges while also undertaking NASCH Water Skills or our Stroke Development Awards . Contact Us Water Skills Skills required for safety, water confidence and competence are split progressively into skills: Skills 1 to 20, cover early water confidence skills Skills 21 to 40 cover more advanced skills and propulsion Skills are also graded according to the amount of support required. These are termed stages. Points are awarded for learning different skills and for increasing independence. Badges are awarded according to the number of points earned and not necessarily upon completing all skills (which can be at diffing stages) depending on the affect of a person's disability. Swimmers can then progress onto our Water Safety Awards and / or Stroke Development to continue their swim journey. Contact Us Other Awards Swim Strokes Water Safety Swim Skills Exercise

Our volunteering page outlines our ethos towards working with volunteers and our partnships to increase volunteering opportunties. VOLUNTEERING We have a dedicated team of over 25 volunteers who deliver our specialist swim sessions, activities and events. There is always more to be done! OUR COMMITMENT: In recognition of the valuable work of volunteers here at SDSG, we have signed up to the Coast and Vale Community Action (CaVCA) Volunteer Charter for best practice in volunteer management. Safer recruitment conditions apply. Our Safeguarding Statement can be viewed online, along with our recruitment privacy notice . SDSG also works in partnership with Coventry University Scarborough Campus, Scarborough College and with various voluntary groups to offer volunteer placements, including those that offer The Duke of Edinburgh's Award. Just ask your leader to volunteer for SDSG and return a placement volunteer application. CONTACT US Jackie Ndiaye Volunteer Engagement Officer Email: Volunteering@sdsg.org.uk Voicemail: 01723 565671 Volunteer Contact Join Us: As a volunteer led charity, SDSG is always on the lookout for new volunteers: may this be to support our Special Olympic Athletes to attend local competitions and events at weekends; assist during our fortnightly swim sessions (in water, poolside or on reception) or to simply carry out administrative tasks between sessions. If you have a few hours to spare and are up for a new challenge, please get in touch! At SDSG volunteers: Have access to a Volunteer Assistance Programme (inc a medical advice line & confidential counselling) through our insurance; Are supplied with a SDSG T-shirt; Benefit from ongoing support from their line manager; Do not pay for DBS checks, this is covered by the charity; Are recognised through volunteer awards; Are eligible for Charity Worker Discounts ; Are supported with opportunities for training and mentoring; and Benefit from industry leading insurance, including personal accident cover. Online Volunteer Application Downloads: Volunteer Application or Volunteer Placement Form Criminal Records Declaration Registration of Interest *** If you are in full time education and are looking to gain experience and learn some new skills, or looking to join us as apart of The Duke of Edinburgh's Award or another youth organisation, please complete and return a placement application *** DBS Consent Main Home Page Next Page Benefits for Volunteers Make friends and meet new people. Opportunity to be involved in exciting events and competitions. Chance to gain qualifications, new skills, knowledge and experiences. Enhance your CV and make yourself more employable. A fun way to give back to the sport and bea part of your local community. Be part of one of the largest disabled swimming groups in the UK. Improved health and well-being. Increased confidence and self-esteem.

SDSG Equipment We are fortunate to have a wide range of extra equipment and toys to use during SDSG sessions and activities, thanks to our external funders and supporters. Weighted Hoops There is a small set of weight hoops for the more adventurous. Watering Toys Various watering cans and buckets to play with. Water Polo To help develop teamwork we have a set of floating goals so we can organise various games, including water polo. Various Sinking Toys We have various sinking toys to aid development and provide hours of fun. Tactile Flower Toys We have a set of tactile flower and animal sensory toys Swim Pixs - Story Board & Strokes Kit A perfect tool for any swimming lesson, SwimPix were developed with additional needs in mind. SwimPix are designed to give a clear picture of a swimming skill or stroke being demonstrated by the teacher. The clarity of the cards make them accessible for non-English speakers and those with hearing difficulties, dyspraxia, dyslexia, autistic spectrum conditions, ADHD, visual and kinaesthetic swimmers. They provide a versatile, visual aid for storyboarding your training sessions. Swim Pixs - Communication Kit The Communication Set helps swimmers with communication challenges feel comfortable and safe by supporting them to express how they are feeling without words. A number of our volunteers have also undertaken training in Total Communication and Makaton. Swim Noodles A pool noodle is a cylindrical piece of buoyant polyethylene foam, sometimes hollow. Noodles are used by people of all ages while swimming. Pool noodles are useful when learning to swim, for floating, for rescue reaching, in various forms of water play, and for aquatic exercise. Swim Float Jackets Everyone Active and SDSG have a selection of Swim Float Jackets available for both children and adults to use. Stopwatch We have a set of stopwatches to time your widths and lengths. Can you beat your personal best? Slalom Games We have a large set of weighted seaweed to create interest and an intriguing game. Nuts & Bolts We have a a set of tactile aquatic nuts and bolts. My Jukes Headsets My Jukes Headsts are waterproof and are great for ensuring each swimmer can hear the swim teacher while training or partaking in games and activities. They are particularly beneficial for those with a hearing impairment or learning disability. To learn more visit: www.sdsg.org.uk/myjukes Makaton Today over 100,000 children and adults use Makaton symbols and signs, either as their main method of communication or as a way to support speech. A number of our volunteers have undertaken training in the use of Makaton signs and symbols. Alongside, SwimPixs to story board activities. Kick Boards We have a number of Kickboards available, which help you to target your legs, isolating them so you can practice your kick stroke, improve your balance, or work on your leg strength. Good Boost Tablet x2 Good Boost provides accessible therapeutic exercise programmes, through cutting-edge technology. SDSG has purchased a waterproof tablet and with the kind support of Good Boost gained access to their range of rehabilitation programmes. Which are designed to be beneficial and fun for people with a wide range of MSK conditions, including arthritis and back pain. Visit our dedicated page for more information: https://www.sdsg.org.uk/goodboost Floatsation Floatsation® is a swimming aid made of a unique matrix of balls giving total support, flexibility and independence in water for people of all abilities, disabled and non-disabled, young and old. SDSG has purchased various pieces, including the Big Citrus bed, Flexi tubes and the mini citrus. To view the manufactures guidance visit: https://floatsation.com/safety-and-product-care/ Demonstration Man To help our swim teachers give clear demonstrations of swim positions and transitions. Deep End Boom We can put a thick foam boom across the deep end of the pool to help those who would benefit from something to steady themselves while at the deep end (does not take body weight). Basket Ball Set Our swim teachers regularly organise a group game of basket ball and the equipment is available for familiarisation during the session. Home Page Become a Member Book Now

Learn about our accessible Noticeboard. ACCESSIBLE SPORTS NOTICEBOARD PURPOSE SDSG secured external funding to install a digital noticeboard at Scarborough Sports Village. The noticeboard promotes accessible sports provision provided by member groups of Scarborough & District Inclusive Sports. Including NHS Exercise Referral, Escape Pain Courses and Social Prescriptions. The noticeboard will be seen by 100s of people each year and will hopefully lead to more people partaking in regular exercise. Links Scarborough & District Inclusive Sports Active Yorkshire Coast

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Learn about accessing Good Boost during SDSG Swim session. Good Boost Evidence-based aqua therapy that reduces pain and improves mobility What is on offer at SDSG? SDSG has purchased a specialist waterproof tablet and with the kind support of Good Boost, gained access to their state of the art exercise app, Good Boost Hydro App. The tablet and app is available during SDSG swim sessions and SDSG volunteers are there to help and support you as Good Boost facilitators. Good Boost Hydro App The Good Boost hydro app, using its world-leading AI software, delivers rehabilitation programmes for groups and individuals. The programmes are designed to be beneficial and fun for people with a wide range of MSK conditions, including arthritis and back pain. The aquatic exercises typically last between 20-60 minutes and can be adapted and personalised based on your preference. Good Boost Video Good Boost Overview 2020 Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Additional information Good Boost's App is supported by many organisations including: Swim England London Sport Awards Microsoft for Startups SBRI Health Care NRAS - National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society Oxford Brookes University Good Boost has also been audited by Aquatic Therapy Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (ATACP) and is an Orcha approved medical app in the bone/joint/muscle category. Good Boost is also a Class 1 Medical Device registered with the Medicines and Health Regulatory Authority (MHRA) (Reference number 8727 under device category of Biomechanical function analysis/rehabilitation software.) Good Boost’s exercise recommendation system is informed by published clinical research and clinical guidelines. For more information, please view the report by clicking here . Become a SDSG member Good Boost Website