Sport that works—for every body.
Every year, thousands of people with disability experience sport through our programs. Together with the sport sector, we create opportunities to participate, belong, and thrive.
The Challenge
Too many Australian’s with disability are still left out of sport- missing out on health confidence and connection.
1 in 5
1 in 5 Australians live with disability, yet many are left on the sidelines — missing out on health, confidence, and connection.
Only 25% of Australians with disability take part in sport or physical activity once a week.
People with disability are 60% less likely to meet national physical activity guidelines compared to people without disability.
Who We Are
Disability Sports Australia (DSA) is a national non-profit and registered charity.
For more than 60 years, we have been at the forefront of disability sport — from our wheelchair sport beginnings to today’s nationwide programs.
Our purpose is clear: every person with disability should be able to participate in sport in the way that works best for them.
By working with the sport sector, we build confidence connection, and inclusion — changing lives through sport.
How We Create Change
We work with all levels of sport to create opportunities for people with disability to participate in the way that best works for them.
Our approach is guided by four key actions that shape everything we do.
Elevate
Promote the value of sport and its positive social impact for people with disability and the community,
Enable
Create opportunities for people with disability to participate meaningfully in grassroots sport.
Equip
Provide sporting organisations with the knowledge, skills and tools to be confidence in engaging people with disability.
Engage
Engage with all levels of sport to build, healthy active and welcoming communities where every body belongs.
The Impact We're Creating
Through our approach, and with the support of partners more people with disability are finding their place in sport and building healthier, more connected communities.
3,338
People with disability experienced the joy of sport through Abilities Unleashed.
Local events connected people with disability to sport in their own communities across the country.
Hours of physical activity experienced by people with disability through our programs.
Featured Campaigns and Initiatives
Strategic Plan 2025-2028
Our Strategic Plan 2025-2028 is our three-year roadmap to ensure every person with disability can participate in sport, on and off the field.
Accessibility Champion Workshop Series
Join us in Melbourne, Brisbane or Sydney to learn simple, practical ways to make grassroots sport more inclusive for people with disability. Proudly supported by Bupa.
Every donation, partnership and gift helps more people with disability take part in sport.
Make a Difference Today
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Learn About Our Advocacy
Our Programs and Projects
Discover the programs we deliver ourselves or in partnership with others. Each is designed to increase access, build confidence, and strengthen communities.
Abilities Unleashed
A program that connects people with disability to local sports, encouraging new experiences and social connections.
Accessibility Champion
A free online course to help sport clubs and leisure centres include people with disability and create inclusive spaces.
Building Inclusive Sport Clubs Course
A practical course giving sport organisations tools to create welcoming and inclusive environments.
Blacktown Disability Sports Centre
Opening mid-2025, the Blacktown Disability Sports Centre will set a new standard for disability sport.
Sports Incubator
Our Sports Incubator helps National Sport Organisations improve accessibility with tailored support and guidance.
Disability Sports NT
Our Disability Sports NT business unit connects people with disability to local sport opportunities across the Territory
AFL Open
The Toyota AFL Open is the flagship event for AFL disability pathways from grassroots to elite, with Disability Sports Australia as a Major Partner.
Disability Advisory Committee
Our Disability Advisory Committee ensures lived experience guides our direction.
News and Media
Latest news, stories and updates from Disability Sports Australia.
- Partnership Announcement, Press Release
New Partnership Enhances Access to Softball for Australians with Disability
- Press Release
A New Freely Accessible Course to Help Build Inclusive Sport Clubs Across Australia
Government Partners
Major Partners
Community Partners
Sports Incubator
Preferred Suppliers
