Something for Everyone
The first Falcon Daman Series Cycle Race of the season took place this month and truly captured what we try to create every week, space for everyone to show up as they are. Some of our cyclists love to compete. They train hard, focus on progress, and feel most alive when they’re pushing for the […]
Why Inclusive Sports Matter: Building Confidence, Health, and Belonging
Earlier in the year, Goals UAE had the honor of leading a panel discussion at the International Autism Research Conference in Abu Dhabi exploring the role of physical activity and sport on the development of people with autism. One message was clear: sports are not a luxury for people of determination, they are essential. Healthcare […]
The First Few Minutes: Setting the Tone for Inclusion
You can tell a lot by what happens in the first few minutes of a session. Does the coach greet the child with a smile, or dive straight into instructions?Is the athlete offered choices, or told what’s happening without being asked?Does the environment flex to meet the child, or is the expectation that the child […]
Practical Guide: Encouraging Physical Activity at Home for Children of Determination
Movement is powerful. For children of determination, it can build confidence, release stress, improve focus, and open doors to new skills. Yet in many families’ daily lives, physical activity takes a back seat to therapy sessions, school routines, or the simple fatigue of managing so much at once. At Goals UAE, our programs welcome people […]