The groups are ran by England Athletics qualified Leaders in running fitness who have experience of dealing with mental health issues and we are all happy to run, talk, walk, chat and provide running advice to anyone that needs it.

The aim of the Team 2gether runs is not about performance but to enjoy the exercise you are doing and the company of the other members knowing that those in the group understand your situation and are there to support you.

Colchester United Football in the Community run two disability programmes to support children across the local area.
The U's community scheme has received funding to launch pan-disability football, along with frame and wheelchair multi-sport.

Our frame and wheelchair multi-sport sessions will run throughout term time and will consist of various sports delivered indoors to participants using either frames or wheelchairs.

The aim of our programme is to create an enjoyable and safe environment for everybody to enjoy sport. During this programme, we will look to develop sporting skills, as well as social skills and confidence.

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Colchester United Football in the Community run two disability programmes to support children across the local area.
The U's community scheme has received funding to launch pan-disability football, along with frame and wheelchair multi-sport.

Our pan-disability football sessions will run throughout termtime and are aimed at all differing impairments.
The programme will take place on our state of the art 3G pitch, and offer the opportunity to participate in exciting and engaging practices. As well as developing skills within football, the programme will also help improve social skills and confidence.

The Riding School and livery yard at Fletchers Farm has been established since 2004. The Riding School is registered with the BHS, Pony Club and ABRS and is currently rated 5 stars by the local authority.

We have horses and ponies that are suitable for complete beginners to participate in our full range of lessons, holiday and weekend clubs and activities. For the more experienced and competitive riders we can offer advanced training sessions, shows and an array of clinics.

Fletchers Farm Riding School has 15 horses and ponies ranging from 11hh to 16hh and a very experienced team to offer top quality instruction and care in a relaxed and friendly environment. We also offer lessons on your own horse.

Fletchers Farm Riding School has access to extensive hacking in the beautiful Essex countryside with 7km of off road hacking around the farm which joins on to the East Anglian Farm rides.

Just like the Colchester Highwoods BOMA, if you are a lover of the countryside but cant get out into it as easily as you'd like, whether on account of disability, injury or older age, the Boma 7 is here for your use (enquiries from individuals and groups are all welcome).

New BOMA users should use it within the walking area by the Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre.

When you are confident you can get out and try the Lord Woodmouse Trail. Maps detailing the route are provided in the Visitor Centre.

If you are a lover of the countryside but can’t get out into it as easily as you’d like, whether on account of disability, injury or older age, the Colchester BOMA 7 is here for your use (enquiries from individuals, groups and organizations are all welcome).

The BOMA 7, making the countryside accessible at High Woods Country Park

Archery club for all abilities.

Come down to have a go or get in touch for more details!

This a fun session for disabled and non-disabled people. The sessions are for beginners or for people that just want to have fun and play wheelchair basketball.

Ability Sports and Social (North East) AS&SNE is a Registered Charity and it has been set up to allow Adults and Children with a range of Learning and Physical Difficulties to enjoy an extensive range of Sporting and Social activities.

So, if you're looking to try / get involved in some football, cricket, scuba diving (in indoor pool), golf and much more, then come down for a fun and entertaining session for all abilities! Please get in touch if you have any questions.

Wheelchair racing sessions designed to meet the objectives of the individual and based on our underpinning value that sport is for fun, fitness, friendship, fulfilment and freedom