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Helping everyone enjoy bowls

We help clubs welcome people with disabilities and long-term health conditions, support existing members and remove barriers to taking part.

Bowls Scotland’s Disability Development Officer works within the Development Team to support clubs, volunteers, coaches and committees. Whether you are supporting one member or planning for the future, we can help you explore practical ways forward.

How we can support your club

Select a topic below to find out more.

Help people stay involved

Injury, illness or a new diagnosis can change how someone takes part. We can help clubs support existing members and welcome people returning after time away.

Find practical ways forward

  • Bowling aids: understand the options and support players to use them safely, fairly and with dignity.
  • Simple adjustments: explore changes to sessions, competitions, communications and club routines.
  • Confident volunteers: access advice for coaches, committees and others supporting players.
  • A welcoming environment: encourage open conversations and help people feel comfortable asking for support.

Start with the person. Listen, avoid assumptions and agree realistic support together. Review arrangements when needs or club circumstances change.

We can help your club reach new participants and strengthen connections with your community.

  • Targeted recruitment: plan and deliver activity to attract people with disabilities and long-term health conditions.
  • Local partnerships: connect with local authorities, disability organisations, health services and community groups.
  • Shared support: make the most of partners’ knowledge and resources to help people get involved.

Your club does not need to change everything at once. We can help you plan steady, achievable progress.

  • Set realistic goals: plan improvements to inclusion and accessibility over several seasons.
  • Build lasting foundations: develop committee confidence, strengthen partnerships and make inclusion part of everyday club planning.
  • Find useful support: explore relevant training, practical resources and potential funding opportunities.

You don’t need to have every answer.

The important step is to listen, explore what is possible and work together to remove or reduce barriers. Start with a conversation.

Talk to Stuart

Whether you represent a club or are looking for guidance yourself, get in touch to discuss your question, idea or support needs.

Stuart Chesby
Disability Development Officer

Email: Stuartchesby@bowlsscotland.com

Telephone: 07907 867 026

Email Stuart

Working days

Stuart works part-time. His normal working days are:

March–September: Tuesday, Thursday and a half day on Friday.

October–February: Wednesday, Thursday and a half day on Friday.

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