The program is currently active and we are accepting referrals. Please send us an email in the side bar, or contact us via phone or mail to make any further enquiries.

ParaSTART is a sports training program, providing one-on-one and group-based training to anyone with a disability. We specialise in individuals with high support needs and in the sports of swimming, athletics, strength and conditioning.

Key information

  Year-round

  Service dependant (funding options available)

  Anyone with a disability.

  Sports training

Program Details

The ParaSTART program caters for beginners, right up to competition-level athletes. So, whether your goal is to just have fun or work towards competitions, we can help you.

Our qualified staff can work safely and effectively with anyone with a disability, regardless of diagnosis or impairment severity, including those with high support needs. No previous sports experience is required.

We provide both one-on-one and group-based training, both in the field or pool or at the gym. Our qualified coaches are supported by medical doctors, psychologists, and dieticians.

Eligibility

ParaSTART is for anyone with a disability. There is no minimum requirement of physical activity history. We work with people who are brand new to training, all the way up to people who are wanting to train for national and international competition. We also specialise in people with high support needs

Availability

We run year round. Monday to Friday, 8am to 5:30pm and Saturday mornings.

Pricing

Program cost is service dependant - Please contact us for a quote. Many of our participants utilise NDIS funding for their sessions. 

Our price structure will be individually tailored depending on the type and frequency of training.
 

The University of Queensland
School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences, University of Queensland
Corner of Blair Drive and Union Road
St Lucia 4067

Map

You can view a map of the clinic on Google maps.

Parking

Accessible parking is located at the back of the School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences building. 
 

Contact us

To enquire about program availability please email us below:

To find out more, and whether this program is suitable for you or someone you know, please do not hesitate to contact us:

Bridget Demetriou
Clinical Lead

0400 561 088

Mail:

ParaSTART sport training program
School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences
The University of Queensland
Brisbane QLD 4072