RNIB - See Sport Differently

Blind and partially sighted tennis is, globally, one of the fastest growing sports for people with a sight loss condition. It’s growth has now reached world tournaments, including the IBSA World Games which is coming to Birmingham in August 2023. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Frankie Rohan, a blind tennis coach, to learn more about the sport. If you’d like more info on accessible spo...

The ‘See Sport Differently’ campaign is all about getting more blind and partially sighted people involved in sport and exercise. Hywel speaks to See Sport Differently Champion Cyreeta Donaldson about getting back into exercise after becoming a mum. You can find more information at See Sport Differently I RNIB | RNIB Image shows a logo. Atop a white background 5 stripes run at an angle narrowing d...

The ‘See Sport Differently’ campaign is all about getting more blind and partially sighted people involved in sport and exercise. Now, we find out more about how Patricia McKnight's life was changed when she walked into her local leisure centre. Image shows a logo. Atop a white background 5 stripes run at an angle narrowing down towards the upper right corner, thy take the shape of a running track...

The ‘See Sport Differently’ campaign is all about getting more blind and partially sighted people involved in sport and exercise. Hywel speaks to Megan Price, who after a difficult start with sport, found her place in Goalball. You can find more information at See Sport Differently I RNIB | RNIB Image shows a logo. Atop a white background 5 stripes run at an angle narrowing down towards the upper...

The ‘See Sport Differently’ campaign is all about getting more blind and partially sighted people involved in sport and exercise. Ken Reid talks about  tandem cycling, swimming and setting achievable goals. You can find more information at See Sport Differently I RNIB | RNIB Image shows a logo. Atop a white background 5 stripes run at an angle narrowing down towards the upper right corner, thy tak...

Barry Snell chats to Gordon Harries about his love of bowling, sight loss and the benefits of getting involved in sport and exercise  Take the See Sport Differently quiz at SeeSportDifferently.org.uk/Quiz Image shows RNIB logo, A top a white background 5 stripes run at an angle narrowing down towards the upper right corner, they take the shape of a running track. Beneath: 'See Sport Differently' w...

Barry Snell chats to Paul Russell about his love of Sport and the various blind sports he has been involved with. Paul also discusses some of the difficult challenges he has faced because of his sight loss. Take the See Sport Differently quiz at SeeSportDifferently.org.uk/Quiz Image shows RNIB logo, A top a white background 5 stripes run at an angle narrowing down towards the upper right corner, t...

In Metro Blind Sport’s 50th anniversary golden year at Mile End Stadium in East London over the weekend of Saturday 24th June and Sunday 25th June they will be holding their 45th free Athletics Open and Fun Day.  RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey caught up with Gareth Dawson from Metro Blind Sport to find out more about this free fun-filled family sporty day out for everyone. Gareth began by telling...

Scottish Disability Golf and Curling gives people, with a range of disabilities, the opportunity to get professional coaching and golf sessions, even if they’ve never held a club before. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Jim Gales, from SDGC, to find out more. If you’d like more info, go to www.scottishdgc.org.uk #RNIBConnect Image shows RNIB logo, A top a white background 5 stripes run...

See Sport Differently is RNIB's new initiative to get more people with sight loss feeling the benefits of sport and exercise, with that in mind, our David Hogg chats to Yaya Pandor about his love of Brazilian Ju-Jitsu and how sport has benefited him. Image shows a logo. Atop a white background 5 stripes run at an angle narrowing down towards the upper right corner, thy take the shape of a running...

Now David Hogg speaks to RNIB See Sport Differently Champion George Sullivan about his sporting achievements and ways to get involved in sports when you have sight loss.   To take part in the See Sport Differently quiz at SeeSportDifferently.org.uk/Quiz   Image shows RNIB logo, A top a white background 5 stripes run at an angle narrowing down towards the upper right corner, they take the shape of...

David Hogg chats to RNIB See Sport Differently Champion Alessio Verrecchia about his sight loss and sporting achievements Whoever you are, there’s an activity for you – and that’s a big part of the message we’re trying to spread. Getting active isn’t about being the best. It’s about moving more, meeting people, and having fun. Take the See Sport Differently quiz at SeeSportDifferently.org.uk/Quiz...

The ‘See Sport Differently’ campaign is all about getting more blind and partially sighted people involved in sport and exercise. Now, we find out more about the impact that sport has made to one man. You can find more information at See Sport Differently I RNIB | RNIB Image shows a logo. Atop a white background 5 stripes run at an angle narrowing down towards the upper right corner, thy take the...

There’s a new campaign designed to get blind and partially sighted people to be more active.  Hywel Davies speaks to RNIB's Gareth Davies to hear more about ‘See Sport Differently’. You can find more information at See Sport Differently I RNIB | RNIB Image shows a logo. Atop a white background 5 stripes run at an angle narrowing down towards the upper right corner, thy take the shape of a running...

Looking back at an exciting weekend of football, once again it's our Allan Russell and Paralympian and Chief Executive of the British Paralympic Association, Dave Clarke. Listen out for another catch up with Dave next Monday on the Daily Connect from 9 AM and the Afternoon Edition from 3 PM. Image is a headshot of Dave smiling at the camera. 

August 2023 will se almost 70 countries send their blind and partially sighted athletes to Birmingham, UK, to compete in the IBSA World Games. The global event includes qualifiers for some of the sports you’ll see as part of the Paralympics. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Alaina MacGregor, from British Blind Sport, and Matthew Clayton, from Blind Sports Australia, to discuss the event...

There is a famous phrase or saying that goes along the lines of ‘everyone has a book inside them’ which might be true but what about the challenges of not only writing your first book but self publishing it too.  RNIB Connect Radio’s Toby Davey caught up with Helen McCann a Guide Dog Owner from Somerset who has not only written her first book ‘Running Blind’ but is also self publishing the book to...

England and Wales Blind Golf took a visit to South Africa for the long-awaited World Championships and South African Open. Amelia got and update from Secretary and B2 World Champion Andy Gilford, and heard from 86-year-old golfer Danny and his wife and sighted guide Di about what the sport means to them. Go to ewblindgolf.co.uk to learn more about Blind Golf. Image Description: England and Wales B...

The countdown is well underway for a great summer of para sports. Hywel Davies caught up with Adam Lione from the England Partially Sighted Football side, to hear about their latest training camp. Image: Adam kicking the ball while taking part in a football training session.

Ramblers GB encourages us to get out and about to improve our physical and mental health. As well as showing us great walks, for all abilities, their volunteers maintain and look after a great many routes for us to enjoy. The association has just unveiled it’s new President who’s dedicated to growing our interest in getting out and about. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Tom Platt, from...

Saturday April 8th will see the latest round of matches for the European Blind Football League come to Hereford. The Royal National College for the Blind will not only host the matches, their own team will be taking part. RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Coach Adam Bendall and 1 of their players, Kieran Clarke, to find out more… You can watch the matches, with audio described commentary...

Ahead of the World Blind Games in Birmingham this summer, we’re getting to know some of the athletes taking part. Hywel Davies has been speaking to Archer Clive Jones. You can find out more about finding a sport that’s right for you by visiting the British Blind Sport activity finder – www.britishblindsport.org.uk/see-sport-differently

Step Change Studios is an award-winning dance company which provides classes for all abilities and ages.  Amelia talked to Step Change Studio founder, Dr Rashmi Becker MBE, about how the company began, their upcoming free Bollywood and Latin dance classes for blind and partially sighted students and how they're making dance more inclusive by providing training for fitness and dance professionals....

If you know a young person who’s looking for a new challenge, VI Rugby might be the answer, as Hywel Davies finds out. To find out more information about the Dragons VI Rugby sessions, contact Inclusion Officer Karen Burgess via email at karen.burgess@dragonsrugby.wales

British Blind Sport has launched new training sessions to help organisations from across the private, public and 3rd sectors, make their sport and leisure activities accessible and inclusive for blind and partially sighted people of all ages.  RNIB Connect Radio’s Allan Russell spoke to Frankie, from BBS, to find out more. You can get more info on the training and the work of BBS by visiting www.b...