Friendly Access (SCIO) SCO45029

Brought to you by the people who put 'autism friendly/relaxed' performances firmly into theatres across the UK, Friendly Access was established to support and at times create, a fairer, more accessible, more inclusive society, respecting and working in partnership with people within our disabled and neurodiverse communities, their families, and organisations. Through 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁, 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆, and 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, our holistic and Social model approach is designed around delivering life-changing opportunity and adventure. Our projects include: SurfABLE Scotland, based on the North East Scotland coast, we are proudly Scotland’s first inclusive and fully adaptive surf therapy organisation – apparently the most northerly in the world, and led Para Surf Scotland onto the world para surf stage for the first time in 2022, with the world's youngest ever athlete to compete, Jade Edward, who reached the semi-final. Our programme provides assisted, non-assisted group, and 1:1 lessons for surfers who require a higher ratio of assistance at all times. We offer a full pathway into surfing, from recreational, progression and coaching for those looking for that more competitive edge in the world of Para Surf. For many, surfing can life-transforming, with fun and adventure built-in. SwimABLE Scotland, working partnership with Active School Moray, we deliver structured swimming and pool based surf lessons for children with a disability, condition and/or behavioural issues, in a safe and understanding environment. As all sessions are person centred, we continue to monitor and evaluate each child’s progress, which is fed back to the child, parent/carer and school.