BSRV were thrilled to receive funding from the National Disability Insurance Agency to produce two training videos to assist allied health workers, sport coaches, sporting clubs, volunteers, fitness industries, students and sport development professionals. These online resources will assist sport and recreation providers in developing knowledge and awareness of meaningfully including people who are blind and vision impaired in their programs.
Tutorial 1 – Knowledge, Awareness, Barriers, Eye Conditions, Impact & Engagement
This video will assist you to develop knowledge and awareness of people who are blind and vision impaired. It provides ideas and support on the journey to becoming a more inclusive sport and recreation provider. It covers:
- the benefits of blind sport and recreation
- common barriers to participation
- the four main eye conditions and
- the impact on engagement in sport & recreation.
Watch Opening Doors - Tutorial 1
Tutorial 2 – Strategies, Communication, Guiding and Support
This video covers:
- strategies to assist participation
- communication techniques
- how to safely guide participants with vision loss and
- where to find further support and information.
Watch Opening Doors - Tutorial 2
