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National Governing Bodies

“Acez is a fantastic example of opening up tennis and supporting venues to become more inclusive and accessible for disabled people” 
Dave Hardman, LTA

Our team is experienced in supporting National Governing Bodies to develop new inclusive grassroots sports-focused initiatives.

Our current National Governing Body partners include England Hockey, Basketball England, the Lawn Tennis Association and the Rugby Football League.

We are excited to explore the development of new partnerships with National Governing Bodies as we believe there is work to be done to make all sport fully inclusive for disabled and disadvantaged young people.

How can we help?

Through a bespoke partnership, our expert team will support your organisation by:

  • Creating a new inclusive community programme that delivers on your strategic inclusion objectives
  • Training existing venues, clubs and providers to build their confidence in delivering inclusive offers to more disabled and disadvantaged young people
  • Supporting instructors, coaches, and volunteers in delivering inclusive activities and improving clubs’ ability to engage with their local community.

Why work with us?

Through our support, you will inspire your grassroots community to drive real change from the ground up:

Get support from our on-the-ground team
We are genuinely embedded within the communities we support and our approach translates your strategic thinking into a tangible impact on disadvantaged and disabled young people and their families.

A bespoke offer for your sport
We will produce a tailored approach that targets communities on the ground, addresses the current gaps and creates a movement of inclusion across your sport.

Significantly expand your current reach
Our expert national team of project managers, insight specialists and trainers will also create a scalable programme that can be rolled out nationally, radically improving your engagement with disabled and disadvantaged young people.

If you would like to know more about working together, please leave your details in the form below, or contact: [email protected]

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You can learn more about our recent work with national governing bodies below

Access Sport and British Cycling Partner to Break Down Barriers in Cycling

Access Sport and British Cycling Partner to Break Down Barriers in Cycling

We are proud to announce a new partnership with British Cycling that will create more opportunities for disadvantaged and disabled children and young people to experience the joy of cycling. Read more

Published: 18th September, 2025

Updated: 22nd April, 2026

Author: Farrell Mahon

Access Sport Partners with NICAS to Transform Disabled Young People’s Lives

Access Sport Partners with NICAS to Transform Disabled Young People’s Lives

Access Sport is delighted to announce a new partnership with NICAS (National Indoor Climbing Award Schemes) to positively impact the lives of disabled young people through community climbing and bouldering. Read more

Published: 25th February, 2025

Updated: 15th May, 2025

Author: Farrell Mahon

Access Sport’s Acez Tennis Programme Continues to Grow

Access Sport’s Acez Tennis Programme Continues to Grow

To mark the International Day of Disabled People, Access Sport is celebrating our continuing partnership with the LTA Tennis Foundation, delivering disability-inclusive activities across the country. Read more

Published: 3rd December, 2024

Updated: 1st April, 2025

Author: Farrell Mahon

Rugby Football League Commits to Three Years More Years of Tryz

Rugby Football League Commits to Three Years More Years of Tryz

Access Sport is pleased to announce that it has renewed its partnership with the Rugby Football League to continue delivering the groundbreaking Tryz project for a further three years. Read more

Published: 12th June, 2024

Updated: 1st April, 2025

Author: Farrell Mahon

Disability Inclusion Grows in Cricket

Disability Inclusion Grows in Cricket

Access Sport and the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) have been working in partnership to upskill community cricket clubs in disability inclusion. Read more

Published: 28th February, 2024

Updated: 1st April, 2025

Author: Farrell Mahon

Access Sport Partners with Basketball England to Transform Young People’s Lives

Access Sport Partners with Basketball England to Transform Young People’s Lives

Access Sports is delighted to announce a new partnership with Basketball England, the national governing body for English basketball. Read more

Published: 9th November, 2023

Updated: 1st April, 2025

Author: Farrell Mahon

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