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Mary Duncan Swim Gala
The event will take place at Fraserburgh Community & Sports Centre on Saturday 28th February 2026 with swimmers arriving from 10:30am for a 11am start. The gala will finish at approximately 15:30 depending on the size of entries.
Anyone with a disability of any age can enter via the link below, each swimmer must be able to swim 25m of a recognisable stroke.
Registration and more information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1979971384711?aff=oddtdtcreator
Swimmers who qualify for the SDS Senior Nationals, will be notified via their club, or as individuals after the Gala.
Entry fees (£5 per swimmer) are required to enter. There is a 20% discount available to GDS members.
This activity is being organised by Grampian Disability Sport. Aberdeenshire Council is not responsible for the acts and omissions of Grampian Disability Sport and members of the public engaging in the activity do so at their own risk.
MHIM-ADHD Project - Posted 12-1-2026
We are currently running a project looking at the “Daily life experiences of young people with ADHD” and are inviting young people between 11-14 years old with a diagnosis of ADHD from around the UK to take part.
About the project:
The study aims to learn more about how daily life experiences - like stress, anxiety, peer relationships, physical activity, and emotional regulation - impact the mental health of young people with ADHD. The insights from this research will inform the development of future health interventions to better support young people with ADHD beyond pharmacological treatments.
· Parents/guardians and young people complete online surveys
· Young people work with our study app for 2 weeks answering short questions
· Compensation voucher of up to £30 for their time
The project has received ethical approval from the Ethics Committee at the University of Edinburgh and NHS/IRAS approval.
More information about the study can be found on our website: https://mhim-adhd.github.io/Study/
Hip-Hop School Scotland - Posted 12-1-2026
This activity is being organised by MC Entertainment. Aberdeenshire Council is not responsible for the acts and omissions of MC Entertainment and members of the public engaging in the activity do so at their own risk.
Run Balmoral 2026
This activity is being organised by Run Balmoral. Aberdeenshire Council is not responsible for the acts and omissions of Run Balmoral and members of the public engaging in the activity do so at their own risk.
Looking for an active family day out this Easter weekend? Join us at Run Balmoral, North-East Scotland’s biggest running festival.
With races for runners of all ages, children’s activities and catering in the Event Village on Saturday, plus free access to the Balmoral Estate restaurant, gift shop, woodland walks and gardens, Run Balmoral makes a great family day out – whether you lace up your trainers or not!
Saturday, 4 April 2026
McIntosh Plant Hire Primary Schools 1.5k Race (12 and under on race day)
RAM Tubulars Secondary Schools 2.5k Race (ages 11–15 on race day)
Harbour Energy 5k (11+)
Stena Drilling 10k (16+)
Sunday, 5 April 2026
Run Balmoral 6 Mile Trail Race (15+)
James & George Collie 15 Mile Trail Race (18+)
Remember to include the name of your school when registering, as we’ll be awarding trophies to the primary and secondary schools with the most runners signed up!
If you’d like to have one of our sustainable event t-shirts to wear on race day, you’ll need to place your order online by Thursday, 15 January. Any shirts ordered after this date will be sent out AFTER race weekend.
For more information, or to enter, please visit www.runbalmoral.com. Keep an eye on our facebook and instagram (@runbalmoral) for the latest updates too!
This activity is being organised by Deeside Rugby. Aberdeenshire Council is not responsible for the acts and omissions of Deeside Rugby and members of the public engaging in the activity do so at their own risk.
This activity is being organised by Deeside Rugby. Aberdeenshire Council is not responsible for the acts and omissions of Deeside Rugby and members of the public engaging in the activity do so at their own risk.
Aberdeenshire ASN Indoor Kurling and Boccia Festivals 2026
As part of our development plan for ASN and Disability Sport, Active Schools are offering pupils from across Aberdeenshire the opportunity to participate in our Indoor Kurling and Boccia festivals!
The festival events are for children with Additional Support Needs who are in primary schools, secondary schools and/or special schools or home-schooled (P4-S6). Children with a Physical Disability (Ambulant), Physical Disability (Wheelchair User), Neurodivergent Condition, Hearing Impairment or Visual Impairment can take the opportunity to try a mixture of competitive and fun activities to allow players to develop their Indoor Kurling and Boccia skills at their own pace.
Active Schools Aberdeenshire Indoor Kurling Festivals
South Indoor Kurling Festival
Tuesday 3rd February 2026 : 11.00am-12.00pm @ Mackie Academy
North Indoor Kurling Festival
Thursday 5th February 2026 : 10.45am-12.15pm @ Turriff Sports Centre
Central Indoor Kurling Festival
Friday 20th February 2026 : 11.00am-12.30pm @ Inverurie Community Campus
ENTRY CLOSING DATE: Tuesday 30th January 2026
Active Schools Aberdeenshire Boccia Festivals
North Boccia Festival
Tuesday 3rd March 2026 : 10.30am-12.00pm @ Fraserburgh Community and Sport Centre
Central Boccia Festival
Wednesday 4th March 2026 : 10.30am-12.00pm @ Meldrum Academy
South Boccia Festival
Thursday 5th March 2026 : 10.30am-12.00pm @ Portlethen Academy
ENTRY CLOSING DATE: Friday 20th February 2026
Grampian Schools Inclusive Events Programme 2025-2026
Curling Festival – Event Organised by Active Schools Aberdeen
This will take place on Friday 20th March 2026 at Curl Aberdeen Centre either 10:30-12:00 or 12:30-14:00 . This festival is an opportunity for young people with physical disabilities, hearing or visual impairment or neurodivergent conditions to participant in a range of Curling activities.
There is no cost to participate.
Sign up Via the Eventbrite link-
10:30am -12:00pm Session – https://link.edgepilot.com/s/b2089171/7MtJpO2Gz0iFYWYaTfiiRg?u=https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/grampian-schools-inclusive-events-programme-3646479
12:30pm -2:00pm Session - https://link.edgepilot.com/s/b2089171/7MtJpO2Gz0iFYWYaTfiiRg?u=https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/grampian-schools-inclusive-events-programme-3646479
Please note registrations close on Wednesday 11th March 2026.
Please get in contact if you have any questions – Smitchell@sportaberdeen.co.uk
Racquet Sports Festival – Event Organised by Active Schools Aberdeen
This will take place on Wednesday 20th May 2026 at Aberdeen Tennis Centre & Westburn Lounge 10:30am- 1:30pm. This festival is an opportunity for young people with physical disabilities, hearing or visual impairment or neurodivergent conditions to participant in a range of racquet based sports, Tennis, Badminton & Table Tennis.
There is no cost to participate.
Sign up Via the Eventbrite link here- https://link.edgepilot.com/s/b2089171/7MtJpO2Gz0iFYWYaTfiiRg?u=https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/grampian-schools-inclusive-events-programme-3646479
Please note registrations close on Wednesday 13th May 2026.
Please get in contact if you have any questions – Smitchell@sportaberdeen.co.uk
After School Ski Sessions - Alford Ski Centre
These sessions are aimed at young people who have mastered the basics of skiing (up to snowplough turns) and want to progress their skills in a fun, social club setting. The programme is a great opportunity for kids to improve their technique, get an introduction to racing and freestyle, and make new friends on the slopes.
The details for the sessions are:
When: Thursdays, 18:05 - 19:05
Where: Alford Ski Centre
Cost: £72 for 8 x 1-hour sessions (ski equipment included) - only £9 per session!
Membership: A 12-month club membership and insurance for £17.50 is required.
Booking Link: https://www.gsnow.club/post/after-schools-ski-sessions-continue-until-december
This initiative is made possible thanks to funding from the Inverurie Youth Sports Foundation and Aberdeenshire ClubSport.
If you have any questions or require further information, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
Coaching Team
G*Snow - Grampian Snowsports Club
gsnowcoaching@gmail.com
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This activity is being organised by Grampian Snowsports. Aberdeenshire Council is not responsible for the acts and omissions of Grampian Snowsports and members of the public engaging in the activity do so at their own risk.
FREE Disability Cricket Sessions in Aberdeen
FREE Disability Cricket Sessions in Aberdeen
Cricket Scotland and Sport Aberdeen are delighted to work in partnership to run a fortnightly FREE cricket session for children and young people aged 10+ in Aberdeen and Shire who have a disability and/or Additional Support Needs. Running every other Wednesday at ALC Aberdeen 18:30 till 19:30, come along, try something new and have fun! Our experienced coaches will make sure all needs are catered for. All genders, disabilities and experience levels included and encouraged!
The session is running from Wednesday 8th October 2025 and every other week.
Participants can sign up for the session by following the link - https://app.upshot.org.uk/signup/74446a8d/cb19f23fc8f24fae/
This activity is being organised by Cricket Scotland. Aberdeenshire Council is not responsible for the acts and omissions of Cricket Scotland and members of the public engaging in the activity do so at their own risk.
Opportunity for unpaid carers to undertake Scottish Vocational Qualification
Opportunity for unpaid carers to undertake Scottish Vocational Qualification
A funded project provided through Aberdeenshire Council, Health & Social Care Partnership, to enable unpaid carers (ie parents, grandparents, etc) who care for their child with special educational needs/disability/additional support needs/long-term illness to gain a Scottish Vocational Qualification at Level 2 in Social Services (Children & Young People), based on their caring role at home.
This is an excellent opportunity for unpaid carers to transfer the skills, experiences and knowledge they have, and continue to gain, through caring for their child at home, into a recognised vocational qualification.
Grants available to support families across Scotland (posted 3-3-2025)
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