A close-up of a Spalding basketball held in front of children in a gymnasium, participating in a sports activity.

Ability Hoops is for autistic children with or without an Intellectual Disability. The program structure, resources and training, all developed through consultation and engagement with both disability and sport industry expertise to ensure its appropriateness to meeting the needs of the participants. The sessions will run for 7 weeks and incorporates a 1-hour session held once a week.

Each session will have a coach-to-participant ratio of 1:5, with a maximum of 10 participants per session.

A social story will be sent after registration. Visuals and other aids can be used throughout the program, with a sensory space available to participants if they need a break.

Please bring any sensory or other items the participant needs to feel comfortable.
Great opportunity to try basketball in a relaxed and inclusive environment.
Program Details:

Day: Thursdays, 7weeks program.

Date 7th May 2026 – 18th June 2026

  • Time: 4.00pm-5.00pm
  • Location: Diamond Valley Sports and Fitness Centre, 44 Civic Drive Greensborough Court 1
  • Cost: $50