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Welcome to Gold Coast Recreation and Sport Inc

Providing recreation and sport for people with disability

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Welcome

Gold Coast Recreation & Sport Inc is a community-based organisation which provides sport and recreational opportunities for people with disability. 

We are an organisation that has been operating for over 30 years and are dedicated to a philosophy which reflects its beliefs, values and attitudes. 

This philosophy has guided the interactions, relationships, practices and culture of the organisation since its inception.

Organisational Philosophy

GCRS deeply values its history, its current standing within the community and its future promise.  GCRS has and will continue to maintain its original focus of specialising in what it does best.  This is in recognition of the significant benefit recreation and sport can play in the lives of all people and upholding the right of people with a disability to participate.

We are committed to our mission of enhancing the quality of life of people with a disability by facilitating opportunities for participation and achievement in recreation and sport.

The language we use and the interactions we have with people are critical in shaping and reflecting our thoughts, beliefs, feelings and concepts.  GCRS insists on interacting with people with a disability in a manner that ensures dignity, recognises ability, encourages appropriate social interaction, and demonstrates due respect for age, gender, socio-economic and other personal circumstances.         

We insist on promoting a positive image of people with a disability.

GCRS’s dedication to professionalism guides its daily practice and ensures the quality of the service it provides.  This dedication is intrinsic to the programs GCRS provides, the people it employs, interactions with colleagues and stakeholders, and the links forged within the local community.

We strive for the highest of standards in all that we do.

GCRS is committed to meeting its legal and ethical obligations in its roles as a service provider, an employer and a community-based organisation.  GCRS aims to ensure that its management committee, employees and volunteers demonstrate the highest level of responsibility when performing their duties

We promote the concept of mutual responsibility in upholding the values of the organisation.

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Last week, 11 of our participants visited Bond University’s Exercise Physiology and Sports Science students for an engaging and hands-on learning experience at the Bond Institute of Health and Sport High Performance Training Centre.Throughout the session, participants teamed up with students for strength and conditioning activities designed to give students practical experience while offering our participants a fun and motivating challenge. The energy in the room was high, with both groups learning from each other and building confidence through shared activity.After training, the students joined the Gold Coast Rollerblaze Wheelchair Basketball team for a friendly and spirited game—an absolute highlight of the day. The court was full of teamwork, laughter, and plenty of competitive spirit!The feedback we received was overwhelmingly positive from both participants and students. Many commented on how valuable the experience was, how much they learned, and how much they enjoyed connecting with one another in such an inclusive and supportive environment.A huge thank you to everyone involved—including our incredible participants for bringing your time, energy, and enthusiasm. Opportunities like this help strengthen inclusive pathways in sport and provide real-world learning that benefits everyone.#bonduniversity #GCRS #gcrs #goldcoastrecreationandsport #collaboration #bonduniversitystudents #disabilityawareness ... See MoreSee Less
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Today is International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD)IDPwD is a United Nations–observed day that promotes community awareness, understanding, and acceptance of people with disability.This year’s theme — “Fostering disability inclusive societies for advancing social progress” — reminds us that true progress happens when everyone has the opportunity to participate, contribute, and thrive.At Gold Coast Recreation and Sport Inc., we are proud to live this every day through our mission:Enhancing the quality of life of people with a disability by facilitating opportunities for participation and achievement in recreation and sport.Together, let’s continue building an inclusive community where everyone belongs. 💙#IDPwD #InclusionMatters #Accessibility #GoldCoast #Community #SportForAll #DisabilityInclusion ... See MoreSee Less
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A huge congratulations to our Accessible Screen Media Team who took home the Focus on Ability Short Film Festival's Best Producer Award for their Wednesday Crew Short Film. They were also in the top 5 for Impact Award and Judges Choice - Short Film - out of 285 finalists from 26 countries! Congratulations Team, what an amazing achievement. Check out some of the action shots of the team filming. Tune in tomorrow December 3rd approx 11.30am on SBS to watch their film or SBS on Demand at a later dat#focusonabilityi#AccessibleMediam#Congratulationst#shortfilmfestivalt#GCRS##GCR #GCR ... See MoreSee Less
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Office Closure Dates 2025

Last day of programs and support for 2025 will be on Thursday 18th December 2025. The office will therefore be closed and there will be no support on Friday 19th December 2025. 
GCRS will reopen and programs will resume on Wednesday 7th January 2026.

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