Disability sport
We help provide opportunities for people in Dumfries and Galloway with a physical, sensory or learning disability to take part in sports or physical activity.
We work closely with our partners through the Dumfries and Galloway Disability Sport (DGDS) charity to support regular participation in sport and physical activity for disabled people. This extends to the development of regional squads and teams who compete at various local, regional and national competitions.
The DGDS committee is made up of disability coaches, volunteers, and parents as well as representatives from the council, Scottish Disability Sport (SDS) and other disability organisations from the region.
A wide range of policies and procedures are in place because DGDS are a regional branch of SDS. This means that strict requirements are achieved for governance, child and vulnerable adult protection, education, training and communication.
DGDS have a Facebook page so that you can get the latest news:
You can also contact one of our team for further information:
- Email disabilitysport@dumgal.gov.uk
- Call 030 33 33 3000
Current programmes
Annandale and Eskdale
| Sport | Day | Time | Venue | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indoor Tennis (adults) | Monday | 10.30am to 11.30am | Victoria Hall, Annan | £3.00 |
| Junior Football (8-18 years) | Monday | 6pm to 7pm | Annan Academy Games Hall | £2.50 |
| Badminton (all ages) | Monday | 6pm to 7pm | Annan Academy Games Hall | £2.50 |
| Wheelchair curling (all ages) | Tuesday | 10.30am to 12.30pm | Lockerbie Ice Rink | Club payment |
| Wheelchair Tennis - Development (adults) | Tuesday (April to October) | 10am to 11am | Seaforth Tennis Courts, Annan | £5.00 |
| Wheelchair Tennis - Recreational (adults) | Tuesday (April to October) | 11am to 12noon | Seaforth Tennis Courts, Annan | £5.00 |
| Multi Sports Club (adults) | Tuesday | 10.15am to 11am | Victoria Hall, Annan | £3.00 |
| Swim 4 Fun (all ages) | Tuesday | 6.45pm to 7.30pm | Annan Swimming Pool | Pay at pool |
| Motor Activity Training Programme (MATP) | Wednesday | 10.15am to 11.15am | United Reform Church, Annan | £3.50 |
| Football (adults) | Thursday | 6pm to 7pm | Annan Academy Games Hal | £2.50 |
| Athletics (adults) | Friday (April to September) | 2.30pm to 3.30pm | Everholm Runnint Track, Annan | £2.50 |
| Athletics (adults) | Friday (October to March) | 2.30pm to 3.30pm | Newington Sports Centre | £2.50 |
| Boccia (all ages) | Saturday | 10.30am to 12noon | Annan Academy Games Hall | £2.50 |
| Development Lane Swimming | Sunday | 9am to 10am | Annan Swimming Pool | Pay at pool |
| Tennis (all ages) | Sunday | 1.30pm to 2.30pm | Seaforth Tennis Courts, Annan (Annan Academy if wet) | £3.00 |
| Wheelchair Tennis (adults) | Sunday | 1.30pm to 2.30pm | Seaforth Tennis Courts, Annan | £5.00 |
Nithsdale
| Sport | Day | Time | Venue | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ice-ability (all ages) | Tuesday | 12noon to 1pm | Dumfries Ice Bowl | pay at venue |
| Football (adults) | Wednesday | 10am to 11am | Palmerston Indoor Arena, Dumfries | £2.50 |
| Boccia (adults) | Wednesday | 1pm to 2pm | DG1 Sports Complex Dumfries | £2.40 |
| Disability Swim 4 Fun (all ages) | Wednesday (except the last of the month) | 8pm to 9pm | DG1 Sports Complex Dumfries | £2.50 |
| Weekly Multi Sports Club (all ages) | Friday | 4.30pm to 5.30pm | DG1 Sports Complex Dumfries | £2.40 |
| Table Tennis (all ages) | Saturday | 10.30am to 12noon | DG1 Sports Complex Dumfries | £2.40 |
| Judo (all ages) | Saturday | 9.30am to 10.30am | DG1 Sports Complex Dumfries | £2.00 |
| Disability Swim 4 Fun (all ages) | Sunday | 2pm to 3pm | DG1 Sports Complex Dumfries | £2.50 |
Stewartry
| Sport | Day | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Football | Thursday | 6pm to 6.45pm (age 5 to 11) | Dalbeattie High School |
| 6.45pm to 7.30pm (age 12 and over) | |||
| Multi sports | Thursday | 10am to 11am | Castle Douglas ARC |
Wigtownshire
| Sport | Day | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Football (age 11 and over) | Monday | 5pm to 6pm | Stranraer Academy |
| Swimming - stroke technique (age 7 and over) | Monday | 6.30pm to 7.15pm | Ryan Leisure Centre , Stranraer |
| Multi sports | Tuesday | 11.30am to 12.30pm | Newton Stewart ARC |
| Athletics (age 7 and over) | Tuesday | 4.30pm to 5.30pm | Ryan Leisure Centre , Stranraer |
| Boccia | Wednesday | 6.30pm to 7.15pm | Merrick Leisure Centre , Newton Stewart |
| Multi sports (age 11 and over) | Wednesday | 7pm to 8pm | Ryan Leisure Centre , Stranraer |
| Swimming - water skills (age 5 and over) | Thursday | 6pm to 6.30pm (Level 1) | Ryan Leisure Centre , Stranraer |
| 6.30pm to 7pm (Level 2) | |||
| Multi sports | Thursday | 6pm to 6.45pm (age 5 to 11) | Merrick Leisure Centre , Newton Stewart |
| 6.45pm to 7.30pm (age 12 and over) | |||
| Boccia (age 7 and over) | Friday | 3.45pm to 4.30pm | Stranraer Academy , Stranraer |
| Football (age 11 and over) | Saturday | 11.30am to 12.30pm | Ryan Leisure Centre , Stranraer |
Volunteering
It would be difficult to provide clubs and events without the help of loyal volunteers. We need people to support us through a variety of roles such as coaches, officials, fundraisers and committee members.
Email disabilitysport@dumgal.gov.uk if you can help.
