Articles and Information

Parents perceptions of health and physical activity needs of children with Down Syndrome by Kristi Menear

Diet, weight and exercise booklet to download from Down Syndrome Scotland

What is known about physical fitness and Down syndrome? by Kenneth Pitetti  to view click on >sport & fitness, then >physical fitness & DS

Links

Recreation and Sports Network - provides information and support to people with a disability who want to become involved in community recreation and sport in Perth, WA.  www.rec.net.au/

WADSA (WA Disabled Sport Association) is an umbrella organisation for over 30 member clubs that provide activities for people with a disability. www.wadsa.org.au

DSISO - Down Syndrome International Swimming Organisation  www.dsiso.org/

DSDUSO - Down Syndrome Down Under Swimming Organisation  www.dsduso.org/

Department for Sport and Recreation  www.dsr.wa.gov.au

Local Councils can also put you in touch with sporting groups in your area  www.walga.asn.au