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16 May2024 Cycling! INCLUSIVE CYCLING OPEN DAY, SUNDAY 2nd JUNE 2024 1PM TO 3PM
You may be interested in taking part in an inclusive cycling Open Day on Sunday 2nd June between 1pm and 3pm. The Open Day is organised by ABC Maindy Park and is an opportunity for anyone with a disability and their family or friends to try out cycling in a safe and supportive environment at the home of the Maindy Flyers Cycle club in the heart of Cardiff.
There will be specially adapted bikes available together with appropriately qualified coaches. So, whatever your ability, from total newcomers to the sport to those who are able to ride, the event will have something for everyone.
Lead Coaches: Alan Davis MBE (former Head Coach of Maindy Flyers) & Bryan Pilot (Coach of Disabled Cyclists at the Geraint Thomas National Velodrome in Newport).
Also we appreciate that some people may be interested but lack a bit of confidence. You are still very welcome to come along to just have a chat (and a cup of tea!) , we'll have a representative from Disability Sport Wales who could discuss any issues and concerns with you.To book a free place click on the event booking Ticket Tailor web page https://www.tickettailor.com/events/abcmaindypark/1245204.
14 April 2024 Table Tennis Please note there will be no table tennis on Thursday 18th April, due to renovation works being undertaken at Sophia Sports Centre. Table tennis will resume on Thursday 25th April.
13th March 2024 We have been working with Stuart Baker at Tennis Wales to establish 'Waking Tennis' sessions across Wales. Walking Tennis is adapted from the typical tennis you see played at Wimbledon and can be played indoors at your groups. Walking Tennis is a great way of engaging in physical activity which is one of the ways of managing Parkinson's symptoms. If you are interested in taking part please contact us.
13th March 2024 We are less than a month away from World Parkinson's Day, and there's still time to get involved.
Art Exhibitions in Wales
There will be 4 art exhibitions taking place to mark World Parkinson's Day across Wales - Fishguard, Chepstow, Cardiff and Caernarfon. More details will follow shortly.
If you have any art pieces you would like to exhibit please let me know.
The aim of the exhibitions is to raise awareness of Parkinson's and how you can live well with the condition as well as showcasing the incredible talent within the community.
8th March 2024 With illnesses and other problems we are becoming really short of volunteers who can contribute to the administration and running of the Branch. If you can spare some time to look after some aspect of our activities or take responsibility for a project, please contact us. The forthcoming AGM is a good opportunity to be elected onto the committee.
14th February 2024 The Cardiff Branch AGM will be held on Tuesday 26th March at 11:00 at the Roath Hub. All members are encouraged to attend.
12th February 2024 At the 27th February Roath Cafe Morning, Chrissy Darby of Home Instead will present her Honky Tonk Quiz! A fun session not to be missed!
10th January 2024 Boccia has started! Our 1st Boccia practice session was held on Monday 8th January, and a most enjoyable time was had by all. An invitation to a new All Wales Boccia tournament was discussed, we have been invited to enter two teams. Join us every Monday to take part!
2nd January 2024 Please Note that the LIFT session for Wednesday 3rd January has been cancelled. Unfortunately, both our LIFT leaders have caught covid. Both are recovering and we hope to run the next session as scheduled on Wednesday 10th January. Watch this space for up-to-date news.