Disability Youth Games
The Disability Youth Games (DYG) is a funded series available to all Medway special schools and units.
Each competition is available to children from year 5 to year 9.
Kent Schools
The series is also available to special schools and units based outside of Medway for a small entry fee.
2022 to 2023 events programme
DYG Swimming - term 3
This annual event is held at Strood Sports Centre and offers a fun swim gala for participants to swim in a safe and encouraging environment.
Location | Date | Time | Entry deadline |
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Strood Sports Centre | Thursday 2 February 2023 | 9.30am to 2.30pm | Friday 13 January 2023 |
DYG Football - term 4
This annual event is held at Strood Sports Centre and offers a structured tournament for teams to play matches as well as enjoy football-based games.
Location | Date | Time | Entry deadline |
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Strood Sports Centre | Thursday 23 March 2023 | 10am to 2.30pm | Friday 10 March 2023 |
DYG Skiing - term 5
This annual event is held at Chatham Ski and Snowboard Centre.
It offers an opportunity for participants to learn new skills and take part in skill level awards on the day.
Location | Date | Time | Entry deadline |
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Chatham Snowsports Centre, Capstone Park | Thursday 20 April 2023 | 10am to 2.30pm | Friday 13 January 2023 |
DYG Summer - term 6
This annual event is based at Medway Park and offers an opportunity for schools to take part in taster sessions of several sports in one day including:
- athletic
- boccia
- kwik cricket
- wheelchair
sports - goalball
- archery.
Location | Date | Time | Entry deadline |
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Medway Park, Gillingham | Thursday 15 June 2023 | 9.30am to 3pm | Friday 2 June 2023 |
Find out more
If you are interested in taking part or would like to find out more, please email medwaysport@medway.gov.uk.