FAQ

All Abilities Hoops WA is open to people aged 16 years and over living with disability or additional support needs. We welcome all skill levels, from beginners through to experienced players. is an answer

Yes. Weekly session fees and registration costs help cover court hire, equipment, uniforms and program operations. Please contact us for current pricing information.

No. All Abilities Hoops WA is a community basketball program and is not directly funded through the NDIS. Players are responsible for their own weekly session fees, registration costs and uniforms. However, participants may be able to use their NDIS funding for support workers or community participation supports while attending the program, depending on their individual plan.

Our Friday night sessions are held at Loftus Recreation Centre in Leederville, Western Australia.

Players should bring comfortable sports clothing, basketball shoes, a drink bottle and a positive attitude.

Yes. Support workers, carers and family members are welcome to attend. Players who require one on one support on court may need a support person present.

Not at all. Our program is designed for all abilities and experience levels. Whether it’s your first time playing or you’ve played for years, everyone is welcome.

Sessions include warm ups, skill development, team drills, modified games and social interaction in a safe and supportive environment.

Yes. We provide pathways into domestic basketball competitions, leadership roles, coaching opportunities and representative programs such as the Ivor Burge State Team.

Absolutely. We regularly organise social events including bowling nights, Halloween discos, community outings, attending Perth Redbacks NBL1 games and trying new activities together.

If All Abilities Hoops WA is not the right fit due to age, location or scheduling, there are several other fantastic inclusive basketball programs across Western Australia that may suit your needs.

Ball 4 All

Contact: David Morrell

Phone: (08) 9300 1325

Email: david.morrell@wolves.asn.au

Website: Ball 4 All

Basketball All Abilities Mandurah (BAM)

Contact: Tom Woods

Phone: (08) 9550 3849

Email: development.officer@mandurahbasketball.com.au

Website: Mandurah Magic All Abilities

BIZLINK Flames

Contact: Steph Fielding Phone: 0433 055 352 Email: stephenie@bizlink.asn.au Website: Rockingham Flames BIZLINK Program

Perth Redbacks Inclusive Basketball

Contact: Tanya Robless

Email: redbacksinclusivebasketball@gmail.com

Website: Perth Redbacks Inclusive Basketball

R.O.A.D.S

Contact: Cynthia Bliss

Phone: 0409 850 916

Email: cynthiaabliss@bigpond.com

Special Olympics WA

Contact: Kendall

Phone: (08) 9420 7276

Email: garethh@specialolympics.com.au

Website: Special Olympics WA

Star Junior Hoops Basketball (Ages 8–15)

Contact: Steven Flanagan

Phone: 0421 926 804

Email: Steve@fitaustralia.com

West Rise Basketball

Contact: Chris Saligari

Phone: 0439 936 536

Email: chrissaligari@hotmail.com

Website: West Rise Basketball

Ability Hoops – Cockburn

Phone: (08) 9335 9101 Based in Cockburn,

Ability Hoops offers inclusive basketball opportunities and may suit younger participants.

Ability Hoops – Hills Raiders

Based at Mundaring Arena

Website: Ability Hoops Hills Raiders

These programs all provide fantastic opportunities for players of different ages, abilities and skill levels to get involved in basketball within supportive and inclusive environments.