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Our faciltities page summerises the accessibility of Scarborough Sports Village. The Facilities Scarborough Sports Village is a state‑of‑the‑art community pool, built as part of the Olympic Games legacy. Over time, the pool has evolved to include a wide range of reasonable adjustments—made possible through support from SDSG’s external funders and Everyone Active. These improvements aim to remove or reduce barriers linked to disability or health conditions, ensuring that as many people as possible can access the facility and enjoy the benefits of sport and physical activity. 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 Lifts and stairs down to changing room 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 provided 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 Ambi-turn A sit-to-stand transfer aid designed to assist caregivers with pivoting, short-distance transfers for individuals with limited mobility. Usually located in the large disabled changing room. Kindly funded by Scarborough Lions. 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 In line with Sport England guidance, several changing areas within the facility are designed as dual‑use spaces and include enhanced accessibility features such as extra‑deep seating and grab rails. These areas include: Family changing rooms School changing rooms A selection of individual changing rooms, each offering different seating styles and layouts These adaptations are intended to support individuals who do not require a full Changing Places facility but would benefit from features such as deeper seating, additional grab rails, or a larger or differently arranged changing space. This approach ensures that more swimmers can choose an environment that best meets their needs, while still enjoying the flexibility to change alongside friends, family, or support networks. 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) Spectator Gallery The Scarborough Sports Village spectator gallery, accessed directly from reception, provides fixed seating and spaces for wheelchairs overlooking the main pool. Please note: If the swimmer you are accompanying may require one‑to‑one support during an evacuation of an SDSG swim session and they are in the pool hall, please ensure you remain seated poolside so that you are available to provide assistance should an evacuation be necessary. 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

This page outlines the grant received from The Lottery. The National Lottery Community Fund Huge thank you to the National Lottery Community Fund from everyone here at SDSG! Lottery Funding: We’ve got some really excited news we’re delighted to share with you all. We have recently been awarded a grant from the National Lottery Community Fund ! We want to say a massive thank you to the organization. This money will go a long way in helping support our activity so, from everyone here at Accessible Swimming and all our wonderful supporters we want to say thank you. What is the National Lottery Community Fund? Every time someone buys a National Lottery ticket, they help to raise money for the fund. This money is set aside to help charities, not for profits and community projects. Grants are then distributed to worthy causes across the UK through the funding scheme, to help support organizations making a difference in the community. We’re so incredibly proud and grateful to have been awarded one of the National Lottery grants, it shows the value and importance of what we do. Lottery Website What need is there? Disability is most prevalent in the North of England. 31 per cent of people in the North East, and 24 per cent of people in the North West, and Yorkshire and the Humber are disabled. London has a lower prevalence at 15 per cent.* Three in five (61 per cent) disabled people in the UK are aged over 50.* Four in five (77 per cent) disabled people would like to be more active.* Only 4 in 10 (42%) disabled people feel they have the opportunity to be as active as they want to be, compared to 69% of non-disabled people.* Almost three quarters (74 per cent) of disabled people have more than one impairment.* Inactivity increases with the number of impairments an individual has. 50 per cent of people with three or more impairments are physically inactive compared to 33 per cent of people with one impairment.* Only 28% of disabled people were feeling encouraged to return to activity after the pandemic, compared to 50% of non-disabled people. For those who return, only half (53%) said it was a positive experience.* *Taken from: https://www.activityalliance.org.uk/how-we-help/fact-and-statistics/page:4 What are we aiming to do: We are going to deliver a range of aquatic activities over four years, under three core aims: Swimming for: Leisure, Rehabilitation and Sport. Alongside, a range of non-aquatic extension activities to enrich the programme and to help build confidence, engagement and fitness levels. The activities will be user led, linking in with the wider community and mainstream activities, with key opportunities for volunteer development . The rolling programme of activities will be accessible for a wide range of children, young people and adults with SEND and also adults aged 50+. We’re so grateful for the funding from the National Lottery Community Fund, another organisation working with us to increase swimming opportunities for those with SEND or aged 50+ in the Borough of Scarborough. Join Us

Learn about accessing Swim England's Water Safety Awards during SDSG Swim session. WATER SAFETY AWARDS Being safe in water What is on offer at SDSG? Junior Members (and their siblings) can work towards the Swimming & Water Safety Awards. It includes three main parts which link to the national curriculum requirements for swimming and water safety: Able to use a range of strokes, for example, backstroke and breaststroke. Swim confidently over a distance of 25 meters Preforming a safe self-rescue in different water based situations Speak to a swim teacher during a SDSG swim session for more information. Contact Us Part of SDSG's Exercise and Swim Skills Re-engagement Project funded by North Yorkshire Council. Water Safety Awards Play Video Play Video 00:40 Swim 25 metres Play Video Play Video 00:59 Use a range of swim strokes Play Video Play Video 00:32 Perform safe self-rescue Award 1 Pupils can complete these outcomes with or without floatation equipment or support: Enter the water safely. Move forwards, backwards and sideways for a distance of 5 metres, feet may be on or off the floor. Scoop the water and wash face, be comfortable with water showered from overhead. Blow bubbles a minimum of three times rhythmically, with nose and mouth submerged. Take part in a movement game. Give examples of two pool rules. Recognise and identify the purpose of beach flags. Exit the water safely. Award 2 Pupils can complete these outcomes with or without floatation equipment: Enter the water safely. Move from a horizontal floating position on the front and return to standing. Move from a horizontal floating position on the back and return to standing. Push and glide on the front in a horizontal position, to or from the pool wall. Push and glide on the back in a horizontal position from the pool wall. Travelonthebackfor5metres. Travel on the front for 5 metres. Floatontheback. Knowhowtosignalforhelp. Exit the water safely. Award 3 Pupils can complete these outcomes without floatation equipment or support: Jump in from poolside and submerge (minimum depth of 1 metre). Fully submerge to pick up an object. Perform a tuck float and hold for five seconds. Push from wall and glide on the front with arms extended. Push from wall and glide on the back (optional with arms extended). Perform a rotation from the front to the back, then return to standing. Perform a rotation from the back to the front, then return to standing. Identify an open water hazard near Scarborough Sports Village. Exit the water safely. Award 4 Pupils can complete these outcomes without floatation equipment or support: Jump into the water, submerge, surface and swim back to the point of entry (minimum depth 1 metre). Push and glide towards the pool floor with arms extended. Perform a sequence of changing shapes (minimum of three) whilst floating on the surface. Push and glide on the front with arms extended and log roll onto the back. Push and glide on the back with arms extended and log roll onto the front. Travel5metresonthefront,performatucktorotateontothe back and return to the side. Travel 10 metres on the front with feet off the pool floor. Travel 10metres on the back with feet off the pool floor. Perform a ‘shoutand signal’ rescue. Explain how you would get help. Exit the water safely without using steps. Award 5 Pupils can complete these outcomes without floatation equipment or support: Jump into the water, submerge, surface and swim back to the point of entry (at least full reach depth). Perform a horizontal stationary scull on the back. Kick 10 metres backstroke. Kick 10metresfrontcrawl. Kick 10 metres butterfly or breaststroke on the front or on the back. Travelon back and logroll 180 degrees in one continuous movement onto front. Travel on front and log roll 180 degrees in one continuous movement onto back. Swim 10 metres, choice of stroke is optional. Give two examples of where it is safe to swim and why. Exit the water safely. Award 6 Pupils can complete these outcomes without floatation equipment or support: Perform three different shaped jumps into deep water (to include a straddle jump). Perform a head first scull for 5 metres. Two out of the following three must be completed: a. Swim 10 metres front crawl. b. Swim 10 metres backstroke. c. Swim 10 metres breaststroke. Tread water for 30 seconds. Perform a handstand or forward somersault, tucked in the water. Swim 25 metres (choice of stroke optional). Swim 10 metres wearing clothes - as a minimum T-shirt and shorts. Exit deep water without the use of steps. Self Rescue Award Pupils can complete these outcomes without floatation equipment, in clothing, and in the order listed without pause: Enter the water using a fall in entry. Float on the back or scull. Tread water for 20 seconds with one arm in the air and shout for help. Swim 15 metres on the front, rotate and swim 15 metres on the back to a floating object. Take up the Heat Escape Lessening Position (H.E.L.P). Swim 10 metres retaining a floating object. Take up the Huddle position. Swim using a long arm front paddle (survival stroke) to the side. Climb out from water of at least full reach depth without using the steps. Discuss as a group when these skills might be used to self-rescue in different water based situations. Aquatic Skills Award Pupils can complete these outcomes without floatation equipment or support: Enter the water safely. Submerge to pick up an object from the bottom of the pool (full reach depth). Swim 25 metres (choice of stroke is optional). Swim 50 metres (choice of stroke(s) may be used). Participate in a game of mini-polo. Discuss in your group the tactics and skills used and evaluate them. Perform a one minute movement sequence in a group of three or more, incorporating a number of different skills, for example: sculling, treading water, floating, rotations. Exit the water safely. Return - Home Page Return - Top of page

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

This page explaines how Amazon.co.uk are supporting SDSG and how shoppers can nominate SDSG to receive the money raised through their purchases. LEAVE A GIFT THAT WILL KEEP US SWIMMING Why leave a gift to Scarborough Disabled Swimming Group (SDSG)? We are lucky enough to receive the continued custom of our many loyal Members also parents and grandparents who wish children to learn to swim. Your gift to SDSG, however small, can make a real difference. Our efficient operation, with volunteer help, helps us covers our costs, but we rely on donations to develop and grow the charity, as well as, enhance and improve our pool facilities for future generations. Accessible provision is improving and developing all the time. There are also benefits to your family directly as giving a legacy gift in your will also help to reduce inheritance tax. There are several ways in which you can leave a legacy gift to SDSG: Leave a Residuary Gift | A residuary gift (i.e. a percentage of your estate) will help make the biggest difference to our Charity, as it will keep up with inflation and retain its value better than a fixed sum of money. Leave a Codicil | If you would like to add a gift to Scarborough Disabled Swimming Group to an existing will, you can do so easily by using a codicil. A codicil is a document which amends (eg alters or adds to) a will. If you have made more than one will, it is important that your codicil relates to your most recent will. We completely understand that leaving any gift in your will is a very important decision Your Solicitor will be able to guide you. Gifts such as these make a lasting impact on Scarborough Disabled Swimming Group. We are a small charity with a big presence in the Borough of Scarborough among the disabled community. By remembering us in your will, we can guarantee it will make the ultimate difference keeping those with a disability (and those 50+) active, teaching future generations to swim and inspiring everyone no matter their age or infirmity to get stay active. Scarborough Disabled Swimming Group is Registered Charity 1125170. If you have any questions or would like to set a legacy gift in your will, please contact contactus@sdsg.org.uk . Guidance

This page promote Roots of Yggdrasil's exercise at home booklet. You have free access to this document through your membership with Scarborough Disabled Swimming Group Visit SDSG Website Online Terms & Conditions All Rights Reserved

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

This page promote Roots of Yggdrasil's exercise at home booklet. SWIM SKILLS EXERCISE BOOKLET You have free access to this document through your membership with Scarborough Disabled Swimming Group The QR codes will give you access to further online material, such as exercise videos. Simply use your phone camera to link to it. Visit SDSG Home Return to Swim Strokes Online Terms & Conditions All Rights Reserved

This page explains how memebrs of the community can support SDSG with a regular donation. Forms are downloadable. FRIENDS OF SDSG May you be a member, carer, family, friend or a member of the local community, you can support us Support Did you know 1 in 5 people in England and Wales have a disability? The Borough of Scarborough has one of the highest concentration of people with a disability in England and it is the most deprived area in North Yorkshire*. We believe everyone should be able to learn to swim and enjoy the life long benefits of swimming. We rely on voluntary donations to support the services we offer and the improvements made at Scarborough Sports Village. Regular giving provides us with a reliable source of income that we can direct to where it is most needed. Your monthly donations allow us to plan ahead more effectively, ensuring that we can continue to offer the best care and support for our members. How To become a "Friend of SDSG" please complete and return a Donor Form and set up your Standing Order with your bank, may that be by phoning them, setting it up via online banking/mobile banking app or by completing and sending them a standing order form. Remember to quote "FD" (friend donation) followed by your name, so we can identfy your donation. Alternatively, a one-off or regular donation can be set up quickly and easily online with your debit card with Just Giving. Please click here: Gift Aid Please remember to confirm whether you would like Scarborough Disabled Swimming Group to claim Gift Aid on your donation and any past or future donations you make. This could enable us to claim an additional 25p for every £1 you donate with no extra cost to you. We can also claim Gift Aid on your Annual Membership Fees. Please complete a Gift Aid Declaration or during a swim session complete a Gift Aid Envelope. Downloads: Donor Form (to be returned to SDSG) OR Standing Order Form (to be sent to your bank) OR Gift Aid Form (to be returned to SDSG) OR Upload your forms: Completed forms can be emailed to contactus@sdsg.org.uk or uploaded below: Select File Max File Size 15MB Select File Max File Size 15MB I agree to the terms & conditions View terms of use Submit Thanks for submitting Your support is much appreciated! Alternatively, forms can be posted to us . Should you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact us. CONTACT US * Data taken from DataNorthYorkshire.org 12/12/2020.

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

This page explains how businesses can support SDSG by displaying donation tubs by their tills/check outs. Support Local. Make a Splash. Help us bring inclusive, supported swimming to disabled children and adults across Scarborough by hosting an SDSG donation tub at your till. It’s a simple, zero‑cost way for your business to make a real difference in your community. Why Your Business Matters Placing a donation tub by your till helps raise vital funds for SDSG — but it also shows your customers that your business cares. By displaying a tub, you: Support a local, volunteer‑led charity Promote inclusion and wellbeing in Scarborough Demonstrate community values to your customers Build trust and strengthen customer loyalty Make a positive impression with minimal effort A small tub on your counter can make a big impact. Quick & Easy to Get Started It takes just a moment to sign up. Simply complete the contact form below, and one of our volunteers will be in touch to deliver your tub. REQUEST A DONATION TUB Returning Full Tubs When your donation tub is full, we’ll collect it at a time that suits you. Please email: contactus@sdsg.org.uk Include your business name and your preferred collection time. A member of our team will come out as soon as possible. Thank you for helping support inclusive swimming in Scarborough.

This page explaines SDSG new project for children and young people. Scarborough District Children & Young People’s Fund Introduction During the pandemic crisis, poor mental health and wellbeing in children & young people in the Scarborough District has become an increasing concern. In response, the Scarborough District Children & Young People’s fund has provided money to enable SDSG to deliver aquatic activities to promote good mental health and wellbeing for children and their parents for one year, entry free. Swim England state: "Being active has a positive impact on mental health including: improving mood, increasing self-esteem, lowers the risk of depression, slows dementia and cognitive decline, improves sleep and reduces stress. What is on offer? In the small pool SDSG is providing access to: - SDSG's toys and equipment - State of the art aqua-sensory lighting - Trained assistants will be on hand to organise games and activities In addition to this, the children and young people will be able to influence the games and activities being organised and together will have £500 to spend on new equipment and toys. It will also be FREE ENTRY* for children, young people and parents. Sign-up to SDSG * Annual Membership Required.