We want to grow interest and participation in blind sports and to be the driving force in promoting increased
opportunities for people who are blind and vision impaired to access sport and recreation in Australia and Internationally.
Our impact
20+
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There are more than 20 sports in Australia that people who are Blind or Vision Impaired can participate in currently, with that number continuing to grow! |
384k+
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In 2016 it was estimated there were over 384,000 people who were blind or vision impaired, living in Australia! Growing to 564,000 by 2030. |
40
Years
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Blind Sports Australia was founded in 1980 and has been supporting Blind and Vision Impaired Sport for 40 years! |
Latest news
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Sport Inclusion Australia, Deaf Sports Australia and Blind Sports Australia have reaffirmed their commitment to continue working collaboratively for the benefit of each organisation and the athletes they represent. Read more
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From the 1st of July 2020, the Australian Sports Anti-Doping Authority (ASADA) will be replaced by the new Sport Integrity Australia body. Read more
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Latest events
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Would you like to try Goalball? Goalball is a sport that was developed specifically for people who are blind or vision impaired, however the nature of the sport makes it ideal for fully sighted people to also play. Read more
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Would you like to try Goalball? Goalball is a sport that was developed specifically for people who are blind or vision impaired, however the nature of the sport makes it ideal for fully sighted people to also play. Read more
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In 2020, Blind Sports and Recreation Victoria are running an Adult Tennis Program for the Visually Impaired on Friday Evenings from 6:30 PM until 8:30 PM. Read more