Celebrating Ability is set to welcome disabled sports enthusiasts to a day of exciting sports, activities, games and fun sessions when the seventh festival is held at Energise on Tuesday 1 August.

The event showcases sport and physical activity for disabled people and is a celebration of sport and physical ability for those who have a disability, are deaf or hard of hearing or have a sensory impairment or additional needs.

It is hosted by City of York Council’s YorWellbeing service to encourage more residents into sport and highlight the all year round opportunities available within the city’s strong disability sport sector.

Numerous activities are available for people of all ages and abilities to take part in, including football, cycling, tennis, swimming and powerchair football. The council has partnered with over a dozen local clubs and organisations to deliver these taster sessions. There are a number of new sports this year as well, including Judo and mixed ability rugby. All participants will receive a medal and a certificate for taking part.

Other sports include archery, cricket, climbing and gym inductions. For these sports booking is advised as places are limited and places will be allocated on a ‘first come, first served’ basis.

On Tuesday 1 August the event will be held at Energise from 10am to 3pm, with a charge of £3.90 per participant.

To book or for further information, please contact the YorWellbeing team on yorwellbeing@york.gov.uk, call 01904 553377 or visit www.york.gov.uk/celebratingability For more information about inclusive sports opportunities in York visit www.york.gov.uk/disabilitysport.