Weekly running program brings kids with disabilities into sport
Frame Running Wollongong gives kids with disabilities a chance to run, play and build friendships every Monday.
Every Monday afternoon, children with disabilities gather at the University of Wollongong Sports Hub. The children run on specially designed three-wheel bikes.
Frame Running Wollongong is a charity. The charity lets them knock over pins, play with parachutes and sprint around like other kids.
Ayrton has Angelman Syndrome and uses a walker. Since joining six years ago, he has grown stronger.
He has started taking steps on his own. Ayrton's mum says it is his favourite day of the week.
For Ava, who has a rare genetic condition, the program meant making real friendships beyond school. Frame Running runs on fundraising and will send athletes to the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympic Games.
- Every Monday afternoon
- Meeting day
- University of Wollongong Sports Hub
- Location
- Six years
- Ayrton's time in program
- Eight years old
- Ayrton's age
Why it mattersChildren with disabilities often miss out on the freedom and fun of regular sport. This charity fills that gap. It gives them the same chances other kids have.
AustraliaWollongong families have a weekly inclusive sports program that improves their children's fitness and sense of belonging, and the model will represent Australia at the 2028 Paralympics.
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