Disability Sports

School Sport Canterbury provides a number of sporting opportunities for students’ with disabilities.

Canterbury Secondary Schools Championship Events 2026

Term 1

• Athletic Championships – 17th & 20st March, Nga Puna Wai

• Swimming Championships –  31st March, Paraikore Sport & Recreation Centre 

Term 2

• Road Race championships – 5th May, North Hagley

• Cross Country Championships – 4th June, Ascot Park 

Term 3

• Boccia Championships – 18th August, Cashmere High School

Canterbruy Secondary Schools Boccia Championships

The Boccia Championship & Have a Go Day bring together students of all abilities for a fun, competitive day that celebrates focus, and fair play. It's more than a game – it's a chance to shine!

Boccia Championship, in partnership with Parafed Canterbury

If your primary impairment is physical, will compete as either a thrower or a ramp user

Boccia Have a Go, in partnership with Halberg Foundation & Special Olympics

Event is designed to provide a supportive and inclusive space for students with any disability

This day is all about trying the sport in a relaxed, non-competitive environment

When: Tuesday 18th August, 10am - 12pm

Where: Cashmere High School

Cost: Free

Entry: TBC

Term 4 Disability Play Partnership

This exciting programme is being offered to bring together young people that might otherwise miss out. It has been designed through a collaboration between School Sport Canterbury, the Halberg Foundation, and four keen providers 

Cost: Free

Special Olympic Certificate Events

• Special O Athletics – 4th March, Nga Puna Wai

• Indoor Football Ribbon Day – 6th May, TBC

• Volleyball Certificate Day - 12th August - 10am - 2pm @ Cowles Stadium

• Basketball Ribbon Day – 16th September, TBC

Canterbury Secondary School Weekly Opportunities

Term 2 

• Football - 30th April, 7th, 14th & 21 May -  12.30 - 2pm Hagley Park
• Table Tennis - 10th, 17th, 24th June & 1st July - 12.30pm - 2pm - Canterbury Table Tennis

Term 3 

• Volleyball - 22nd, 29th July & 5th August - 12.30 - 2pm - Cowles Stadium
• Basketball & Netball - 19th, 26th August & 9th September - 12.30pm - 2pm - Pioneer Stadium

For information relating to the Wednesday competition please contact Paula Winsor, Special Olympics NZ, Email:  usirsc@specialolympics.org.nz