June was a busy and brilliant month for YuGo as we proudly delivered four inclusive school sports events across Gloucestershire, reaching over 200 pupils from nine amazing specialist schools.
These events brought movement, confidence, teamwork and most importantly FUN to every pupil who took part.
Primary athletics
We kicked off the month with our SEND primary athletics event at the Prince of Wales Stadium, where pupils took to the track and field for a day of adapted sport. From javelin and shotput to long jump, sprints and relays, it was a fantastic day full of energy.
A massive thank you to the schools who joined us:
- Belmont
- Alderman Knight
- Bettridge
- Shrubberies
- Sladewood
- Milestone
- Heart of the Forest
Congratulations to Milestone School, who took home the overall trophy and a special shoutout to Belmont School for racing to victory in the staff relay!
Accessible cycling at Blackbridge
Next up, we teamed up with Goals Beyond Grass and Frame Running Gloucestershire Giants to deliver a fantastic accessible cycling event at Blackbridge Athletics Track.
Pupils from Milestone, Shrubberies, Bettridge and Belmont Schools joined us for try-out day featuring an range of adapted bikes, including:
- Platform bikes
- Hand cycles
- Transporter bikes
- Recumbents
- Trikes
Want to keep pedalling? Goals Beyond Grass offer regular inclusive bike sessions at Blackbridge, Belmont School and in the Forest of Dean – visit their website to find out more.
Archery at Deer Park Archers
We welcomed SEND pupils from Belmont, Shrubberies, Paternoster and Cotswold Chine to an inclusive archery event at Deer Park Archers.
Guided by the experienced coaches at Deer Park Archers and the brilliant YuGo team, pupils took part in challenges and mini competitions. A big thank you to the fantastic pupils and the amazing team at Deer Park Archers for making the event a hit!
Softball tournament
To round out the month, YuGo also hosted a softball tournament for Gloucestershire SEND schools – a day full of fun, teamwork and big swings.
Thank you to the schools who participated and brought with them brilliant some enthusiasm. A big congratulations to Alderman Knight School, who were crowned champions!
Making movement meaningful
At YuGo, we know that a love of sport starts at school and we’re here to make sure that every child, no matter their ability, has a chance to find their place and enjoy sport. Our mission is simple: close the gap in access to sport and help young people build healthy, happy lives through physical activity.
Looking to get your education setting involved in future events or want to support our mission as a local organisation?