All stars make lasting memories!

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council’s All Stars Summer Scheme has recently concluded another action-packed three-week programme, with 50 local young people taking part!

Organised and delivered by the Council’s Sports Development team and supported by the Southern Health and Social Care Trust, the All Stars Summer Scheme brings together young people with disabilities aged between 7 and 17 to enjoy a range of inclusive physical and sporting activities through a series of weeklong sessions during July and August.

Joining in on the fun during her visits to the All Stars Summer Scheme sessions, Lord Mayor Councillor Sarah Duffy said: “The All Stars Summer Scheme is invaluable to young people with disabilities and their families. Under the direction of qualified instructors and coaches, they can enjoy a range of inclusive and fun activities that enable them to try out new things, meet new people and develop new skills. It is heart-warming to see the children having fun and making memories that will last a lifetime!”

Based at Gilford Recreation Centre, the scheme brings young people together to experience everything from outdoor play, nature walks, football, dance, boccia, kurling and clay modelling to an away day at South Lake Leisure Centre for cycling, swimming, canoeing and the wheelie boat.

Speaking about the scheme, one parent said; “This scheme provides our daughter with structure and routine whilst also meeting both her physical and sensory needs.”

To learn more about the All Stars Summer Scheme, please contact the ABC Sports Development Team at