The latest version of the 2026 Winter Accessible Sport Calendar is now available, showcasing a wide range of inclusive and all abilities sporting opportunities across Ballarat and surrounding areas from April to September.
The calendar showcases programs delivered by local clubs and organisations committed to making sport accessible, welcoming, and enjoyable for everyone. Activities are available throughout the week and cater to a variety of ages, interests, and ability levels.
Program Listings & Contacts
Monday
Special Olympics Ballarat – Swimming Program
Mondays during the school term
6.00pm – 7.00pm
Ballarat Aquatic Lifestyle Centre
Contact: Karen Tuddenham
📧 ballarat.sport@specialolympics.com.au
Tuesday
Walking Basketball
Tuesdays during the school term
10.00am – 11.00am
Selkirk Stadium
📧 reception@ballaratbasketball.com
📞 5338 1220
Sports Central – All Abilities Soccer for Adults
May 26 – July 14
Tuesdays | 4.45pm – 5.45pm
Ballarat High School
Contact: Mat Begbie
📧 mathewb@sportscentral.org.au
📞 5331 6966
Wednesday
Ballarat Badminton – All Abilities Badminton
Wednesdays | 3.00pm – 4.00pm
Ken Kay Stadium
Contact: Jordan Hegarty
📧 admin@ballaratbadminton.com
📞 5339 4601
Wheelchair Basketball
Wednesdays during the school term
7.00pm – 8.00pm
Selkirk Stadium
📧 reception@ballaratbasketball.com
📞 5338 1220
Special Olympics Ballarat – Swimming Program
Wednesdays during the school term
5.30pm – 6.30pm
Ballarat Aquatic Lifestyle Centre
Contact: Karen Tuddenham
📧 ballarat.sport@specialolympics.com.au
Ballarat Bulldogs – All Abilities Football Training
March 25 – August 10
Wednesdays | 5.30pm – 6.30pm
White Flat Recreation Reserve
Contact: Lexie Hardman
📧 ballarat@fida.org.au
📞 0417 375 099
Thursday
RDA Ballarat – Equestrian Riding
Thursdays during the school term
9.00am – 12.00pm
Ballarat Equestrian Centre
📧 rdaballarat@gmail.com
Basketball Ballarat & Sports Central – All Abilities Basketball Competition
July 16 – September 17
Thursdays | 4.30pm – 6.00pm
Minerdome
Contact: Shawn McQuillen
📧 competitions@ballaratbasketball.com
📞 5338 1220
Friday
Ballarat Badminton – All Abilities Floor Curling
Fridays | 10.00am – 11.00am
Ken Kay Stadium
Contact: Jordan Hegarty
📧 admin@ballaratbadminton.com
📞 5339 4601
Ballarat Bulldogs – All Abilities Auskick Program
May 1 – June 19
Fridays | 4.30pm – 5.30pm
White Flat Recreation Reserve
Contact: Lexie Hardman
📧 ballarat@fida.org.au
📞 0417 375 099
Sports Central & Webbcona Bowls Club – All Abilities Indoor Bowls
May 8 – June 26
Fridays | 7.00pm – 8.00pm
Webbcona Bowls Club
Contact: Mat Begbie
📧 mathewb@sportscentral.org.au
📞 5331 6966
Sunday
Special Olympics Ballarat – Basketball Program
Sundays during the school term
10.30am – 12.00pm
Phoenix College
Contact: Karen Tuddenham
📧 ballarat.sport@specialolympics.com.au
Ballarat Bulldogs – All Abilities Football Matches
Beginning April 19
Sundays | 11.00am – 3.00pm
Contact: Lexie Hardman
📧 ballarat@fida.org.au
📞 0417 375 099
Programs are delivered by organisations including:
- Special Olympics Australia
- Sports Central
- Ballarat Basketball Association
- Ballarat Badminton
- RDA Ballarat
- Ballarat Bulldogs
These programs provide valuable opportunities for participants to build confidence, develop skills, stay active, and connect with others in a supportive environment.
We thank all clubs, volunteers, coaches, support staff, and community organisations for their continued commitment to inclusive sport and recreation.
