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Defiant Sports@SportsDefiant
18 Nov 2024
After some discussion, we have decided to stop posting on Twitter / X as we no longer feel it is a space for positive discussion and inclusion promotion. We are sadened to see the current state of the website. We will continue to post on Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/defiant-spo…
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A couple of our fantastic players are in @TheatreGrove production of The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe. 🎭 If you want to catch this wonderful show, make sure to book your tickets here: grovetheatre.onlineticketsel… #theatre #eastbourne #inclusion
The Grove Theatre Eastbourne logo.

ALT The Grove Theatre Eastbourne logo.
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You don't want to miss our Christmas Fair and Boot Sale this Sunday! ❄️☃️ There'll be festive crafts, goodies, a raffle, teddy tombola, games, bouncy castle, refreshments and more! For more info and trader signup, go to eequ.org/experience/11346 #eastbourne #christmas #inclusion
A graphic of Dunk the Lion browsing a festive boot sale stand.

ALT A graphic of Dunk the Lion browsing a festive boot sale stand.
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Want to have a Super Saturday at our Hub? ⚡ ⚽ - Football 4 All ⚽: 10:30am - 11:30am, £4 pp. eequ.org/experience/8611 - Basketball 4 All 🏀: 11:30am - 12:30pm, £4 pp. eequ.org/experience/2550 - Defiant Youth Club (8 - 11 yrs) 🕹️🧩: 12:30pm - 2pm, £6 pp. eequ.org/experience/2545
A player doing a football trick.

ALT A player doing a football trick.

A player slam dunking a basketball while two others look on.

ALT A player slam dunking a basketball while two others look on.

Two players building cadboard building blocks.

ALT Two players building cadboard building blocks.
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It has come to our attention that our website's 'Contact Us' form has been broken for some time. Meaning we've likely missed your message. the form has now been fixed. If you are waiting for a response from us regarding a form, please fill in a new one.
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Ready for this month's Breaking Boundaries Newsletter? 📰 In this month's issue: - Open Court Tennis Tournament - Santa Stroll and Winter HAF - Outdoor Activity, Native Hedgerows, Pickleball and Sensory Bus - Much more! Check it out: shorturl.at/XH10V #inclusion
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The Old Bank Wellbeing Trust are starting up some therapeutic groups for different ages. 🏦 They're a great opportunity to explore feelings in a non-judgemental space. For more information and sign up, email info@theoldbankwellbeing.org.uk or call 01323 502827. #Wellbeing
The Old Bank Wellbeing Trust's logo.

ALT The Old Bank Wellbeing Trust's logo.

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We are happy to have been invited to the first-ever open day at @ebmosque last Saturday by Russel 🕌 Loretta went along to the day, which was absolutely lovely with a warm, friendly and welcoming atmosphere. We hope this is the beginning of a wonderful new relationship.
A few Eastbourne Mosque fliers alongside some dates, Turkish delights and sweet pastries - which were gifted snacks from Eastbourne Mosque for our Kids Club.

ALT A few Eastbourne Mosque fliers alongside some dates, Turkish delights and sweet pastries - which were gifted snacks from Eastbourne Mosque for our Kids Club.
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Want to try your hand at a fully inclusive, non-segregated tennis tournament? 🎾♿ Then book your place at our Open Court Tennis Tournament happening Sunday the 24th of this month, 10:30am - 1:30pm, Eastbourne Sports Park, £5 entry fee. Booking and info: eequ.org/experience/2565
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Want to get suited up Santa-style and raise money for Defiant Sports?🎅 The Santa Stroll, ran by the Sovereign Harbour Residents Association, is a fun community event to get festive and help us out! Find more info and booking here: eequ.org/experience/11052 #Christmas #Inclusion
A graphic showing various Santas and elfs around a harbour with the text "A festive, whole community walk to raise money for Defiant Sports".

ALT A graphic showing various Santas and elfs around a harbour with the text "A festive, whole community walk to raise money for Defiant Sports".
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Don't miss our Christmas Fair & Boot Sale - the last boot sale of the year! ❄️👢 Sunday 17th Nov, 11am - 3pm, Defiant Sports Inclusion Hub, BN22 8RA. Public entry costs £0.50 (kids go free) pay on the day, cash or card. Find more info here: eequ.org/experience/11346
Stalls set up and people having a look at what for sale from a previous boot sale of ours.

ALT Stalls set up and people having a look at what for sale from a previous boot sale of ours.

Two players posing for a photo together in festive outfits.

ALT Two players posing for a photo together in festive outfits.

Coach Joel in the middle of a circle playing a party game at last year's festive party.

ALT Coach Joel in the middle of a circle playing a party game at last year's festive party.

A player smiling wide and clapping their hands at last year's festive party.

ALT A player smiling wide and clapping their hands at last year's festive party.
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It's time for our annual Open Court Tennis Tournament! 🎾🏆 The event will be taking place on Sunday the 24th of Novemeber, 10:30am - 1:30pm, £5 entry fee, Eastbourne Sports Park, Cross Levels Way, BN21 2UF. For more information and booking, go to: eequ.org/experience/2565
A group photo of participants from last year's tournament.

ALT A group photo of participants from last year's tournament.

A visually impaired player mid-match at last year's event.

ALT A visually impaired player mid-match at last year's event.

A parent and child from last year's event admiring their trophy.

ALT A parent and child from last year's event admiring their trophy.

A wheelchair user mid-match at last year's event.

ALT A wheelchair user mid-match at last year's event.
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Don't miss @SweetCircusNet and @activesussex's free SEND youth circus skills sessions! 🤹‍♀️🎪 The free/donation-only sessions will be on Saturday 2nd of November & Saturday 7th of December, 1:20pm - 2pm, at St. Elizabeth's Church, Eastbourne. Booking: tinyurl.com/2dtmwzd5
A poster for Sweet Circus' circus skills session for SEND youth age 12 plus and their careers. For more info, contact info@sweetcircus.net or call 07718 996853. All other information can be found above.

ALT A poster for Sweet Circus' circus skills session for SEND youth age 12 plus and their careers. For more info, contact info@sweetcircus.net or call 07718 996853. All other information can be found above.
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Hi everyone! Just a reminder about our spooky sessions coming up this week. 🎃 Monday (Today!): - Halloween party Wednesday 30th Oct: - LTA Monster Smash Tennis Festival - Halloween-themed Boccia Find out more here: defiantsports.org.uk/35344-2… Spook ya soon! #inclusion
A player at last year's Halloween party posing for a photo unaware Loretta is pulling a scary pose behind them.

ALT A player at last year's Halloween party posing for a photo unaware Loretta is pulling a scary pose behind them.
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Looking for something your young person can do on a Tuesday? How about the free Langley Community Centre Youth Club? For ages 11 - 16, Tuesdays, 6pm - 8pm, Langney Community Centre, Etchingham Road, BN23 7DX. Email eheastbournehailshamseaford@eastsussex.gov.uk for more info.
A poster for the Langney Community Centre Youth Club. It says they'll be games, arts & crafts, sports and more. As well as the email listed above, you can contact them on 01323463244

ALT A poster for the Langney Community Centre Youth Club. It says they'll be games, arts & crafts, sports and more. As well as the email listed above, you can contact them on 01323463244
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Book your place at our Halloween Party! 🎃🐈‍⬛ Mon 28th Oct, 4:30pm - 6:30pm, Defiant Sports Inclusion Hub, £8 pp. Booking shorturl.at/8jM8Q Or Halloween-themed boccia on Weds 30th Oct, 1:15pm - 2:45pm, Defiant Sports Inclusion Hub, £6 pp. Booking shorturl.at/m85qx
Two players and one of our previous coaches posing for a picture in Halloween costumes.

ALT Two players and one of our previous coaches posing for a picture in Halloween costumes.

Loretta smiling creepily in a skeleton outfit.

ALT Loretta smiling creepily in a skeleton outfit.

Two players smiling and interacting at last year's Halloween party.

ALT Two players smiling and interacting at last year's Halloween party.
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Make sure to shamble over to our spook-tacular LTA Monster Smash Tennis Festival! 🧟 Wednesday the 30th of October, 10am - 11am, Fishermans Green Tennis Courts, BN22 7JY, free to play! Just show up on the day, ready for games, tennis skills and a frightfully fun time! 👻
A graphic showing cute monsters in halloween costumes with the title "Monster Smash".

ALT A graphic showing cute monsters in halloween costumes with the title "Monster Smash".
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We've noticed a drop-off in attendance at our sessions recently, and wanted your help to fix it! 🚧 Please go to our facebook page to see the full post and share your thoughts: facebook.com/DefiantSports/ Any insight you can give us would be an incredibly help! #help #eastbourne
A graphic of a megaphone with a speech bubble coming out of it that reads "Important!".

ALT A graphic of a megaphone with a speech bubble coming out of it that reads "Important!".
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Don't miss our Halloween activities! 🧟‍♂️ Our Halloween Party is sure to send a shiver down your spine! Book here: shorturl.at/L3Gxq Not in the mood for a party? How about a halloween themed Boccia session instead? Book here: shorturl.at/yGAUB #halloween #inclusion
Two players dress in halloween outfits inspecting an object.

ALT Two players dress in halloween outfits inspecting an object.

A group photo of coaches Aaron and Theo alongside a player from last year's party.

ALT A group photo of coaches Aaron and Theo alongside a player from last year's party.

A player in a halloween outfit holding a fake spider to the camera.

ALT A player in a halloween outfit holding a fake spider to the camera.

Various snacks laid out on a table tennis table.

ALT Various snacks laid out on a table tennis table.
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Come join our Visually Impaired Tennis session this Friday! 🎾🧑‍🦯 Fridays, 10:30AM - 12PM, Eastbourne Sports Park, BN21 2UF, £6 per person. Use balls with bells to assist in locating the ball and tactile lines for self-placement on the court! Book here: shorturl.at/yg1lr
A player with a visual impairment serving a tennis ball at our session.

ALT A player with a visual impairment serving a tennis ball at our session.
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