Inclusion handball: A new range of sports for children in Bruchhausen-Vilsen!

Inclusion handball: A new range of sports for children in Bruchhausen-Vilsen!

Svenja Gerdes, mother of an autistic son, knows first -hand how difficult it can be for children with a handicap to find a place in typical sports groups. "It is a matter close to my heart for me," she says. The group meets every Friday in the three -field sports hall at the school center, where not only children with impairments, but also healthy children are welcome to experience "something else" training together.

a different access to sport

In this special training environment, the focus is not on the competition, but the joint experience and the fun of the game. "We take more breaks," explains Gerdes, adding that a break bench is available on which the children can sit down at any time. The presence of the parents is also appreciated, as they are enabled direct participation, which is an advantage for many children. "If a child has something, it is good if the caregiver is there," she says.

The playful approach is another important aspect of the inclusion group. Gerdes emphasizes that it is initially more about movement and play instead of strict training: "At the moment it is more of gymnastics with ball." In order to make the severity of losing easier for the children, a structure is chosen that is geared towards a lot of games and fun. The group already has six active participants who are enthusiastic about the matter.

A mother, Kerstin Maatz-Schmidt, praises the offer: "It is very important that the children do sports." Her daughter Tessa, who suffers from a rare genetic defect, felt training as a highlight. "She waited, put on herself and said:" Mom, come on, I don't want to be late, "she says. In the group, the children not only learn sporting skills, but also have the opportunity to meet in a more protected framework.

The training also includes games like "Claws", in which the children have great joy and at the same time trainingly train their motor skills. Challenges are mastered in a friendly ambience without putting pressure on the individual. "By the way, if you are the winner, that's why no brimborium will be made," laughs Gerdes, while the children continue with shining eyes and red cheeks before excitement.

Another goal of Gerdes is to gradually bring the rules of handball closer to the children and possibly have them participated in inclusion tournaments. "If someone is very talented, they also have the chance to help or play with a normal team at some point," she explains. Their focus is currently on offering the children a positive and supportive environment in which they can develop freely.

For interested parents and children there are still places in the inclusion handball group. Svenja Gerdes can be reached on 01520/4156245, while Sarah Mohrmann can be contacted at 0160/5050416. It is probably one of the best opportunities for children to be active in sports without having to enter an association right away. Interested parties can simply take part in the training and get to know the group without having to set themselves immediately.

The initiative is a valuable step towards inclusion in sports and shows that it is possible to convey joy in handball through a partnership and responsible training. Further information on this innovative approach in sports can also be found read .