Physical Activities
Building confidence through movement
Our physical programmes help children and young people build strength, confidence, and friendships through movement, play, and teamwork.
Physical Activities
We tailor our wide range of support to the individual needs of each child, family, and the professionals in their lives. Our activities focus on education, physical development, social skills, and family well-being – building confidence, connection & lifelong skills. Our physical activities include:
Prime Acrobatics
6 months – 11 years
In partnership with SSDS, Prime Acrobatics runs weekly sessions for our children at their gym in Camberley, Surrey. These fun, inclusive classes help children with Down syndrome build strength, balance, and coordination while developing confidence, friendships, and a love of movement through play and teamwork.
Dance
11 – 24 years
Our social activities provide safe, welcoming spaces for children and young people to connect, share experiences, and make friends. They also give families the chance to support one another, building a strong sense of community while navigating the joys and challenges of raising a child with Down syndrome.
Tennis
11 – 24 years
Our tennis, dance, and acrobatics sessions support health, movement, and coordination. These fun activities also build confidence and independence, giving children the chance to learn new skills in an enjoyable and supportive environment.
Physical Activities
Prime Acrobatics
6 months to 11 years of age
In partnership with SSDS, Prime Acrobatics runs weekly sessions for our children aged 6 months to 11 years at their state-of-the-art gym facilities in Camberley, Surrey. These fun, carefully structured classes introduce movement and acrobatics while also supporting wider development. With a mix of strength-building activities and coordinated games, children develop key motor skills that build the foundations for lifelong health and well-being. Guided by specialist coaches, every child is encouraged to explore new challenges at their own pace in a safe, supportive environment – gaining confidence as they discover what their bodies can do.
Prime Acrobatics has created a programme especially for children with Down syndrome, ensuring every child can take part and benefit. The inclusive approach builds balance, coordination, and strength, while celebrating each child’s progress. Alongside physical skills, the sessions also nurture friendships, teamwork, and confidence, helping children feel part of a group and enjoy the sense of achievement that comes from movement, learning and play. Sessions foster a lifelong love of physical activity.
The Difference Prime Acrobatics Classes Make
Building Strength and Confidence
Fun, inclusive physical activities help children build strength, coordination, and gross motor skills while boosting confidence and enjoying movement.
“Amelia’s strength has improved and she’s now gained confidence to jump into the foam pit!”
Aoifa, Mum to Amelia
Fun, Progress, and Achievement
Regular sessions help children make real progress, build new skills, and grow in confidence while having fun – enjoying every step of the journey.
“Oakley absolutely loves Acrobatics! Every week he gets better and better.”
Kirstie, Mum to Oakley
Specialist Coaches to Help Every Child Thrive
Skilled, supportive coaches help every child build confidence, balance, and coordination while enjoying fun, inclusive activities.
“The staff are amazing and Sophie looks forward to her ‘gymnastics club’ every week.”
EDG parent
Physical Activities
Dance
11 – 24 years of age
In partnership with Stopgap Dance Company, SSDS runs fortnightly dance sessions in Farnham, alternating with tennis. Led by Nicky Norton and her team of dance teachers, these fun, structured classes help young people with Down syndrome build coordination, balance, and motor skills while developing strength, flexibility, and confidence. Sessions are designed to be inclusive and accessible, so every that every young person can take part and learn at their own pace in a safe, supportive environment.
Stopgap Dance is led by a creative team committed to using dance to celebrate what each young person can do and encourage inclusion. Alongside the physical benefits, the sessions help children make friends, work together, express themselves, and feel proud of what they can achieve. Everyone enjoys the fun of moving and dancing in a welcoming and encouraging space.
The Difference Stopgap Dance Classes Make
Confidence and Friendship Through Dance
Inclusive dance classes give our young people the chance to perform, helping them build confidence, social skills, and friendships.
“Arabella has become a confident dancer and loves performing. The classes are inclusive, supportive and an important part of her social life.”
Angela, Mum to Arabella
Dance, Focus, Fitness, and Fun
Active dance classes help improve attention, listening, and focus. Children stay fit, move creatively, and learn to express themselves through dance.
“Jamie loves dancing and seeing his classmates. It helps with attention, listening, copying and gives him gentle exercise.”
Zoe, Mum to Jamie
Balance, Coordination and Confidence.
Dance sessions help improve balance, coordination, and motor skills. They also build confidence and enjoy performing with others.
“Sam loves to attend dance, and he does so well at learning the routines and performing“
Rob, Dad to Sam
Physical Activities
Tennis
11 – 24 years of age
In partnership with SSDS, Andy Warry, an LTA Master Performance Coach, leads fortnightly tennis sessions in Farnham, alternating with dance. These fun, structured classes are designed to help children and young people with Down syndrome develop balance, coordination, and motor skills, while also building fitness and confidence on the court. Each session is adapted so that every child and young person can join in, learn at their own pace, and experience success in a safe and supportive setting.
Tennis is also a great way to build social skills. Playing together encourages teamwork, turn-taking, and communication, while the fun of the game helps our young people make friends and feel part of the group. With expert guidance from Andy and his coaching team, young people gain new sporting skills, confidence, and independence – all while enjoying the game of tennis.
The Difference Tennis Classes Make
Growing Friendships and Confidence
Tennis sessions give children the chance to enjoy a sport they love while also building friendships, social connections, and confidence.
“Luke enjoys tennis the most of all the activities, and it’s great for him to see his friends regularly.”
Karen, Mum to Luke
Improving Skills and Coordination
Tennis helps young people build motor skills, balance, and coordination while improving overall fitness in a fun and supportive environment
“Logan enjoys SSDS tennis a lot, it’s his favourite activity. It really helps him with his motor skills.“
Carolyn, Mum to Logan
Fitness and Social Skills Through Tennis
Tennis helps young people improve fitness while practicing social skills, teamwork, and communication in a fun, supportive group setting.
“Tobias loves the social aspect of tennis classes. It’s great exercise for him too.”
Cristina, Mum to Tobias
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