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Para START 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 trainingProgram Details
The Para START 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
Para START 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
Meet the Para START team
The Para START squad provides people with severe impairments and high support needs with the support they need to train safely and effectively for physically demanding, para sports. Find out here how Jamie, Nate, Kunal and others are chasing their Paralympic dreams.
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.
With high support needs athletes come high support costs. Your donation can assist these hard-working and dedicated athletes get the best training possible. If you would like to support the Para START Program, please consider making a tax-deductible donation. Your donation will assist young people with cerebral palsy get the best training possible, with the ultimate goal of qualifying for a Paralympic team.
Contact us
To enquire about program availability please call or email us:
0417 628 693
To find out more, and whether this program is suitable for you or someone you know, please do not hesitate to contact us:
Damien Cole
Mail:
ParaSTART sport training program
School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences
The University of Queensland
Brisbane QLD 4072