Sport that works—for every body.
Every year, thousands of people with disability experience sport through our programs.
We work with sport so everyone can participate, feel valued, and belong — because sport changes lives.
Who We Are
Disability Sports Australia (DSA) is a national non-profit and registered charity.
For over 60 years, we’ve led disability sport — from our wheelchair sport beginnings to today’s nationwide programs.
We exist so every person with disability can participate in sport in the way that works for them.
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The Challenge
Too many Australians with disability are still missing out on the benefits of sport.
1 in 5
One in five Australians live with disability, yet too many are still left on the sidelines — missing out on the health, confidence, and connection that sport brings.
Only 25% of Australians with disability take part in sport or physical activity at least once a week.
of people with disability are less likely to meet national physical activity guidelines than people without disability.
The Difference we made
With the support of our partners, more people with disability are finding their place in sport — in communities right across Australia.
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.
Whats On
Find out what’s happening across Australia. Explore our current programs, campaigns and events for people with disability.
Strategic Plan 2025-2028
Our Strategic Plan sets out a clear path for the next three years. We want every person with disability to take part in sport- on and off the field- in ways that work for them.
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.
Our Programs and Projects
Explore the programs and projects that we run ourselves or deliver with our partners.
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
Discover what’s happening across Australia. Explore programs, campaigns, and events for people with disability.
- 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
