Disability Sport Auckland is a regional sports organisation at 30 Bairds Road, Otara, Manukau City. It offers inclusive sport, recreation and play for people with physical, visual, learning and intellectual disabilities, of all ages and abilities across the Auckland region. Programmes include athletics, swimming, wheelchair basketball, boccia, rock climbing, table tennis, and strength and conditioning, along with inclusive recreation programmes and community events.
The organisation began in 1966 as the Auckland Paraplegic and the Physically Disabled Association. Its recreation gym at the Otara Spinal Unit, built in 1977, gave athletes a permanent home, and patients there were often recruited to join in. Life membership is given for outstanding, long-lasting contribution. Our pick in Otara for inclusive sport across Auckland.