Physical disABILITY Sports Tasmania (PDST) is a state-wide sport and recreation program facilitated by ParaQuad Tasmania. The program is specifically designed to support people with spinal cord injury and physical disability.
Sport and recreation activities offer the physical advantages of good blood circulation, stronger muscles, better balance and co-ordination. People who participate in sport and recreation activities enjoy psychological benefits like good self-esteem, confidence and a belief in their skills and abilities.
Communities also benefit when all its members are involved in sport and recreation activities. These provide healthy lifestyle options, promote constructive time use, positive social interactions and promote valuable life skills.
ParaQuad provides wheelchairs and equipment for activities offered.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the Physical Disability Sports Coordinator, Kevin Faulkner, on 6272 8816 or pdst@paraquadtas.org.au