We are excited to introduce you to the Netability Program at Coolum Netball Association. An inclusive initiative designed to provide individuals with a disability the opportunity to participate in netball in a supportive, fun, and safe environment.
The Netability Program is focused on skill development, confidence building, teamwork, and enjoyment of the game we all love. Sessions are tailored to meet the needs of participants, ensuring that everyone, regardless of ability, feels welcome and valued on and off the court.
Netability
Key Program Details
What to expect: Fun, engaging sessions led by passionate volunteers and coaches who are trained to support all abilities.
Who is it for: Individuals aged 11+ with a disability who are keen to get involved in netball.
Where & When: Coolum Netball Courts - From Tuesday 3rd March, 4.30pm pm for 10 weeks
Our facilities
Coolum Netball is located at the Coolum Sports Complex on David Low Way, Coolum Beach.
We have 5 hard court netball courts. Netability will be played on Court 1.
We have two parking areas which are shared with the other sporting codes in the complex. We have one disability parking spot allocated to Netball and another three disability parking spots are available within the two parking areas with varying distances to our entry gates. There are pathways and crossings leading to our entry gates.
SOUNDS
People talkingPlayers calling outPeople cheeringWhistlesCarsKids playingBirds in the treesBig busy carparkCars coming and goingLots of peopleBuildings at the entrancesLots of netball courtsTreesBinsSIGHTS
SMELLS
Car exhaustMown grassBinsFEEL
Warm sunIt can be windyHard bitumenThere will be netball games happening on most of the courts.
Netability will have its own court to use, close to the clubhouse and bathrooms.
During Netability you’ll join your teammates in fun activities, in learning netball skills and learning about how to play netball. The main goal of Netability is for everyone to participate as much as they can, have fun and enjoy the game of netball.
At each Netability session there will be a chat with the coach at the start to let you know what’s going to happen; some warm-up activities to get your body moving; some fun games and activities; and learning some netball skills.
If you need a break during the Netability program – just let your coach know and make sure you have a break where your coach can see you (to make sure you’re okay) or, if you need to go to a quieter space, take a support person with you.
If you think you might get overwhelmed (as there are lots of people and noise), please feel free to bring along anything you need to help you regulate (e.g. noise cancelling headphones, fidget items, snacks, drinks etc.).
If you need a support person with you on the court during Netability activities that’s fine too, just let your coach know.
If there is anything you need during the session (e.g. drink, toilet break, help with an activity, something you don’t want to do) – just let your coach know.
At the Courts
Court One
Amenities Block - located behind Court One
SOUNDS
People cheeringPlayers calling outSqueaking of shoesWhistles
Bell/SirenDoorsWater bubblersPink and grey courtsLong pathwaysPlayer on courtsPeople around the courts watchingGlare from the sun on the courtsLightsSIGHTS
Fresh airMown grassBinsSweaty peopleFood from the canteenSMELLS
FEEL
Warm sunIt can be windyHard netball courtGrass under your shoesBathroom Facilities
Disability toilet located in amenities block
People outsideBanging doorsSqueaking of shoesEchoesToilets flushingRunning waterSOUNDS
ToiletRailsShowerShower curtainBinChange tableWhite wallsSIGHTS
Cleaning productToilet paperToilet smellsHand soapSMELLS
Heavy doorBig spaceCold seat & railsCold waterWarm waterToilet paperPaper towelFEEL
Canteen and Administration
Administration Building - Control desk, admin desk, first aid, canteen, toilets.
Canteen
People ordering foodOpening & closing doorsPackets crinkling, cans/bottles openingEFTPOS machine beepsClink of coinsTimers beepingWater bubblerSOUNDS
People lining up for foodCabinets of foodFridgesPeople serving at canteenPeople around the court watchingCars going pastPeople walking through the gateSIGHTS
FoodDrinkBinsPeopleSMELLS
FEEL
Warm sunIt can be windyHard concrete floorStanding close to people in line at the canteenOn the Court
Players calling outPeople cheeringUmpires talkingWhistlesBalls bouncingBalls hitting the hoopShoes squeaking on the groundSOUNDS
SIGHTS
Players walking and running on all the courtsPeople around the courts watchingBalls going through the airPeopleSweaty peopleGrassEquipment - rubber, plasticSMELLS
FEEL
Warm sunIt can be windyTeammates close byDifferent textures of equipment - e.g. bumpy balls
