Inclusive Youth Games 2025 to 2026
Medway Schools
The Inclusive Youth Games (IYG) 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.
2026 events programme
IYG Swimming
This annual event is held at Cozenton Park Sports Centre and offers a fun swim gala for participants to swim in a safe and encouraging environment.
| Location | Date | Time | Entry deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cozenton Park Sports Centre | 30 January 2026 | 9.30am to 2pm | Friday 9 January 2026 |
IYG Trampolining
This annual event is held at Jumpers Rebound Centre.
| Location | Date | Time | Entry deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jumpers Rebound Centre | Thursday 26 March 2026 | 10am to 2pm | Friday 20 February 2026 |
IYG Skiing
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chatham Snowsports Centre, Capstone Park | Thursday 30 April 2026 | 10am to 2.30pm | Friday 9 January 2026 |
IYG Tennis
This annual event will be held at Maidstone Road Tennis Courts.
| Location | Date | Time | Entry deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maidstone Road Tennis Courts, Chatham | Thursday 14 May 2026 | 10am to 2.30pm | Friday 20 March 2026 |
IYG Summer Games
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.
All sports are subject to change on the day.
| Location | Date | Time | Entry deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medway Park, Gillingham | Thursday 11 June 2026 | 9.30am to 3pm | Friday 15 May 2026 |
Find out more
If you are interested in taking part or would like to find out more, please email medwaysport@medway.gov.uk.