CPSARA
CEREBRAL PALSY SPORTING AND RECREATION ASSOCIATION NSW INC
CPSARA aims to provide both sporting and recreational opportunities for people of all ages with Cerebral Palsy and other neurological conditions.
There are many sports, events and levels of competition for you as an athlete to pursue. Participation in sport can be just for fun and fitness but can also be pursued to International and Paralympic level!
MENTOR program
CPSARA provides access to a Mentor Program for athletes and parents!
Our Athlete Mentor Program is run by athletes for athletes. The aim of this program is to utilise knowledge from experienced athletes to support new and 'up and coming' athletes to excel in their chosen sport.
Our Parent Mentor Program focuses on connecting new para sports parents to parents who have been in their sports for a number of years through their child's participation.
upcoming events
- Sat, 30 NovNo LocationNo LocationApply now to secure funding to contribute to the costs incurred by athletes in attending local or international competitions!
- Every SaturdayAlexandria Park Tennis CourtsAlexandria Park Tennis Courts, Park Rd, Alexandria NSW 2015, AustraliaNo former tennis experience needed – all ages and levels of ability welcome! The Hub is a great place to play, connect and socialise with family, friends and peers.
- Various times, consult WSNSW website.Various locationsVarious locationsCome and try Wheelchair Basketball with Wheelchair Sports NSW. Make some friends and learn some tricks!
- Weekly eventSydney Olympic Park Warm Up TrackSydney Olympic Park Warm Up Track, Sydney Olympic Park NSW 2127, AustraliaEver tried Race Running? Race Running is a form of running on an adapted bike to allow for full running range to athletes that require mobility aids to walk. This is a great sport for athletes to build strength in their legs and core - and is a new Paralympic sport!
- Weekly eventCerebral Palsy Alliance - ErinaCerebral Palsy Alliance - Erina, 3/20-24 Karalta Rd, Erina NSW 2250, AustraliaFeel more confident when performing your everyday tasks! Active Lads is a fun and interactive weekly exercise program delivered by CPA’s ESSA Accredited Exercise Physiologists. This weekly program includes a 60-minute session promoting healthy development through the use of exercise.
- Weekly eventCerebral Palsy Alliance - ErinaCerebral Palsy Alliance - Erina, 3/20-24 Karalta Rd, Erina NSW 2250, AustraliaActive Girls Gang is a fun and interactive weekly exercise program delivered by CPA’s ESSA Accredited Exercise Physiologists. This program includes a 60-minute session promoting healthy development in young women 21 and over through the use of exercise and physical activity.
- Weekly eventCerebral Palsy Alliance - ErinaCerebral Palsy Alliance - Erina, 3/20-24 Karalta Rd, Erina NSW 2250, AustraliaFeel more confident performing everyday tasks! Active Adults is a group exercise physiology group delivered by CPA’s ESSA Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEP). Our inclusive group programs promote improved health and well-being through the use of exercise and physical activity.
let's be Social!
MEMBER of the month
LAINEE HARRISON
1. How old are you and what are you currently studying?
I am 19 years old, and I am currently in my second year of studying Nuclear Medicine at the University of Newcastle.
2. What sports have you been involved with and with which clubs?
I’ve been playing Football since I was 4 years old, and the clubs I’ve been involved in were: Brindabella blues, All abilities, Monaro Panthers, Lake Macquarie Rosters, Wallsend Devils, and Rutherford dragons.
In Athletics, the clubs I have been involved in were: ACT little Athletics, Maitland little Athletics and Macquarie Hunter Little Athletics Club.
3. What made you change sports from athletics to Cerebral Palsy football?
I originally played football from aged 4, as I grew up in a football family and my parents met through football, plus all my sisters played football. Throughout my whole childhood I played football. When I was involved with the Cerebral Palsy Alliance Football Camps in Narrabeen under the expertise of Chris Pine who was an ex Pararoos player, I learnt a lot about football and he really helped me feel confident in playing with Cerebral Palsy.