PROVIDING SPORTING AND RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

 
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Parafed Auckland – Para Sport & Recreation is New Zealand’s oldest and largest disability sport organisation. We lead a network of 15 sports clubs and activity providers catering for 300+ members. We are the lead organisation for all physical disability sport in Auckland, providing pathways and opportunities for beginners, all the way through to Paralympic Champions! As members of Paralympics NZ, we collaborate with them and many others in the sporting and disability sectors to achieve our vision and mission.  

VISION

To enhance the lives of all disabled Aucklanders

 

MISSION STATEMENT

To deliver and connect Aucklanders living with disability to quality opportunities in Sport and Recreation

WHAT'S NEW AT PARAFED AUCKLAND

Our 2021 Athletics Program has kicked off and we've been having an amazing time with all our para athletes. We're so lucky to have Coach Steve and Sarah doing such great work!! It would not be possible without your help. Thank you :)
Our 2021 Athletics Program has kicked off and we've been having an amazing time with all our para athletes. We're so lucky to have Coach Steve and Sarah doing such great work!! It would not be possible without your help. Thank you :)
Our @accesshomehealth Strength & Conditioning Program by @functionaladaptivemovement is back this week!! 💥💥💥SOUTH PROGRAMME💥💥💥 WHEN: Every Wednesday starting from the 20th January 2021 TIME: 4:30 - 5:30 pm WHERE: Auckland Spinal Rehabilitation Unit Gym, 30 Bairds Road, Otara. 💥💥💥NORTH PROGRAMME💥💥💥 WHEN: Every Friday starting from the 22nd January 2021 TIME: 4:15 - 5:15 pm WHERE: Massey University Recreation Centre (Fitness Studio), 5 University Ave, Albany Our registration link will be up and running soon!! ⏬ Stay tuned to our website and socials for any updates! ⏬ https://www.parafedauckland.co.nz/strength
Our @accesshomehealth Strength & Conditioning Program by @functionaladaptivemovement is back this week!! 💥💥💥SOUTH PROGRAMME💥💥💥 WHEN: Every Wednesday starting from the 20th January 2021 TIME: 4:30 - 5:30 pm WHERE: Auckland Spinal Rehabilitation Unit Gym, 30 Bairds Road, Otara. 💥💥💥NORTH PROGRAMME💥💥💥 WHEN: Every Friday starting from the 22nd January 2021 TIME: 4:15 - 5:15 pm WHERE: Massey University Recreation Centre (Fitness Studio), 5 University Ave, Albany Our registration link will be up and running soon!! ⏬ Stay tuned to our website and socials for any updates! ⏬ https://www.parafedauckland.co.nz/strength
🏃 We're back with our North Athletics Program!! 🏃 When: Sunday 17th January 2021 Where: North Harbour Bays Athletics Club, AUT Millennium 17 Antares Place, Mairangi Bay, Auckland 0632 Time: 11:30am - 1:00pm See you all there!!
🏃 We're back with our North Athletics Program!! 🏃 When: Sunday 17th January 2021 Where: North Harbour Bays Athletics Club, AUT Millennium 17 Antares Place, Mairangi Bay, Auckland 0632 Time: 11:30am - 1:00pm See you all there!!
Let's set new goals for 2021! We're back with Athletics! Come along to Central Athletics Programme at Owairaka Athletics Club and challenge yourself with our amazing coaches and friendly para-athletes! Where: 746 Sandringham Rd Ext, Mount Roskill, Auckland 1041 Time: 10:00 am-11:30 am Date: 9th of January 2021 Don't miss out! See you all there.
Let's set new goals for 2021! We're back with Athletics! Come along to Central Athletics Programme at Owairaka Athletics Club and challenge yourself with our amazing coaches and friendly para-athletes! Where: 746 Sandringham Rd Ext, Mount Roskill, Auckland 1041 Time: 10:00 am-11:30 am Date: 9th of January 2021 Don't miss out! See you all there.
The Parafed Auckland Team wishes everyone a Happy New Year and all the success in 2021! 🌟 Let's make new memories!
The Parafed Auckland Team wishes everyone a Happy New Year and all the success in 2021! 🌟 Let's make new memories!
Wishing you and your family a Merry Christmas and a Happy Holiday Season! 🎄 -With love from the Parafed Auckland Family
Wishing you and your family a Merry Christmas and a Happy Holiday Season! 🎄 -With love from the Parafed Auckland Family
Last week we had so much fun at our Christmas in the Park with our Parafed Auckland family. Thank you everyone for coming along. Lots of fun games along with Access Community Health and some delicious food prepared by Olivia & Larissa. We've had such an amazing year and we appreciate your support and encouragement throughout the year. We look forward to making new memories in 2021. Our office will be closed from 19th December to 10th January and will be back on the 11th of January 2021. Until then stay safe and have a great holiday!
Last week we had so much fun at our Christmas in the Park with our Parafed Auckland family. Thank you everyone for coming along. Lots of fun games along with Access Community Health and some delicious food prepared by Olivia & Larissa. We've had such an amazing year and we appreciate your support and encouragement throughout the year. We look forward to making new memories in 2021. Our office will be closed from 19th December to 10th January and will be back on the 11th of January 2021. Until then stay safe and have a great holiday!
🎊🎄Are your decorations up yet? It's almost Christmas!! 🎊🎄 2020 has been an interesting year for all of us but we're so excited to spend an afternoon with our Parafed Auckland Community and celebrate. This year we're welcoming EVERYONE. Both members and non-members. It'll be a great way to catch up with our members and learn all about the exciting programmes and benefits we have to offer if you're a member. We’ve got heaps of fun games, food, and drinks for everyone. WHERE: Cornwall Park WHEN: 12TH December 2020 TIME: 1PM Onwards If you're keen to come along, visit our website to RSVP https://www.parafedauckland.co.nz/christmas-in-the-park See you all there! 😁
🎊🎄Are your decorations up yet? It's almost Christmas!! 🎊🎄 2020 has been an interesting year for all of us but we're so excited to spend an afternoon with our Parafed Auckland Community and celebrate. This year we're welcoming EVERYONE. Both members and non-members. It'll be a great way to catch up with our members and learn all about the exciting programmes and benefits we have to offer if you're a member. We’ve got heaps of fun games, food, and drinks for everyone. WHERE: Cornwall Park WHEN: 12TH December 2020 TIME: 1PM Onwards If you're keen to come along, visit our website to RSVP https://www.parafedauckland.co.nz/christmas-in-the-park See you all there! 😁
Para Table Tennis over the weekend was good fun! Thanks to our amazing partner Table Tennis New Zealand and the National Para Coach John Tuki and his team, we were able to have an 8-week Table Tennis Programme running for Term 4. Congratulations to all the winners of the Table Tennis Challenge on Saturday and everyone who participated. Well Done!
Para Table Tennis over the weekend was good fun! Thanks to our amazing partner Table Tennis New Zealand and the National Para Coach John Tuki and his team, we were able to have an 8-week Table Tennis Programme running for Term 4. Congratulations to all the winners of the Table Tennis Challenge on Saturday and everyone who participated. Well Done!
This year for World Disability Day Parafed Auckland - Para Sport and Recreation would like to support Paralympics New Zealand and all the para-sport athletes within the community by raising awareness and helping to raise funds for our Paralympians. Please follow this link to learn more: https://bit.ly/39ztgsX We encourage all our members to wear gold and yellow colours, send us your pictures, tag us and your friends too. We will be sharing your pictures to our social media page so don't miss out! #SpiritofGold #paraathlete #worlddisabledday #paralympics
This year for World Disability Day Parafed Auckland - Para Sport and Recreation would like to support Paralympics New Zealand and all the para-sport athletes within the community by raising awareness and helping to raise funds for our Paralympians. Please follow this link to learn more: https://bit.ly/39ztgsX We encourage all our members to wear gold and yellow colours, send us your pictures, tag us and your friends too. We will be sharing your pictures to our social media page so don't miss out! #SpiritofGold #paraathlete #worlddisabledday #paralympics
Before we take a break for the holidays, we're running our last Central Athletics Session TOMORROW! It's not late to come along and join us. WHERE: Owairaka Athletics Club 746 Sandringham Rd Ext, Mount Roskill, Auckland 1041 WHEN: 10:00am-11:30am If you're interested in joining tomorrow or keen on starting in January, register on our website today or DM us for more info!
Before we take a break for the holidays, we're running our last Central Athletics Session TOMORROW! It's not late to come along and join us. WHERE: Owairaka Athletics Club 746 Sandringham Rd Ext, Mount Roskill, Auckland 1041 WHEN: 10:00am-11:30am If you're interested in joining tomorrow or keen on starting in January, register on our website today or DM us for more info!
We’ve had such a great time at our Snowsport Programmes at Snow Planet. It’s always good to see our members learning new skills and having so much fun! #throwbackthursday
We’ve had such a great time at our Snowsport Programmes at Snow Planet. It’s always good to see our members learning new skills and having so much fun! #throwbackthursday
This Sunday we will be joining @paralympicsnz at the @farmersnz Santa Parade! We will be helping them collect donations for our Paralympians. It’ll be great if you can come along, show some support and enjoy the Christmas spirit. We’ll also be helping out at the Para Pop Up from 2:30pm at Aotea Square. Check out our Facebook post to learn more about the event. #santaparade #paralympics
This Sunday we will be joining @paralympicsnz at the @farmersnz Santa Parade! We will be helping them collect donations for our Paralympians. It’ll be great if you can come along, show some support and enjoy the Christmas spirit. We’ll also be helping out at the Para Pop Up from 2:30pm at Aotea Square. Check out our Facebook post to learn more about the event. #santaparade #paralympics
A big thank you to Neelam O’Neill for hosting the Parafed Auckland 2020 Annual Awards Dinner. She was amazing and everyone had such a great night! Thanks again, Neelam. You're awesome!! :)
A big thank you to Neelam O’Neill for hosting the Parafed Auckland 2020 Annual Awards Dinner. She was amazing and everyone had such a great night! Thanks again, Neelam. You're awesome!! :)
We had heaps of fun on Saturday at the Para-Badminton program with @badmintonnewzealand We're so happy you all made it and it was awesome meeting such great people. Don't worry if you couldn't make it, we've got a couple of activities coming up soon!! Stay tuned to our page to know more!!
We had heaps of fun on Saturday at the Para-Badminton program with @badmintonnewzealand We're so happy you all made it and it was awesome meeting such great people. Don't worry if you couldn't make it, we've got a couple of activities coming up soon!! Stay tuned to our page to know more!!
We all had an awesome night at the Parafed Auckland Annual Awards 2020! However, It would not have been possible without the support of all our supporters. A big thank you to all our funders and sponsors for helping us have such a great event and the awesome gifts for our guests. Thank you! #parafedaucklandawards
We all had an awesome night at the Parafed Auckland Annual Awards 2020! However, It would not have been possible without the support of all our supporters. A big thank you to all our funders and sponsors for helping us have such a great event and the awesome gifts for our guests. Thank you! #parafedaucklandawards
Parafed Auckland and @badmintonnewzealand will be running a FREE Para-Badminton Junior Programme THIS SATURDAY! Don't miss out and register today! Welcoming 5-21 year-olds with physical disabilities to have a go at our adaptive Para-Badminton Open Day on the 21st of November from 10am to 2pm at the Auckland Spinal Rehabilitation Unit Gym on 30 Bairds Road, Otara, Auckland. Please follow the link to register>> https://www.parafedauckland.co.nz/juniorprogramme For more information please contact olivia@parafedauckland.co.nz
Parafed Auckland and @badmintonnewzealand will be running a FREE Para-Badminton Junior Programme THIS SATURDAY! Don't miss out and register today! Welcoming 5-21 year-olds with physical disabilities to have a go at our adaptive Para-Badminton Open Day on the 21st of November from 10am to 2pm at the Auckland Spinal Rehabilitation Unit Gym on 30 Bairds Road, Otara, Auckland. Please follow the link to register>> https://www.parafedauckland.co.nz/juniorprogramme For more information please contact olivia@parafedauckland.co.nz
We would like to congratulate all the nominees and winners of the Parafed Auckland Annual Awards Dinner 2020. We had an amazing night and we're so happy to have shared that experience with you'll. Congratulations to all the winners Volunteer of the year Award: MATHEW NGAMETUA Rookie of the year Award: BHAKTI PATEL Strength & Conditioning Award: TIMOTHY & JOSIAH LATULIPE Athlete of the year Award: JADEN MOVOLD Spirit of the year Award: GABBY WRIGHT #parafedaucklandawards
We would like to congratulate all the nominees and winners of the Parafed Auckland Annual Awards Dinner 2020. We had an amazing night and we're so happy to have shared that experience with you'll. Congratulations to all the winners Volunteer of the year Award: MATHEW NGAMETUA Rookie of the year Award: BHAKTI PATEL Strength & Conditioning Award: TIMOTHY & JOSIAH LATULIPE Athlete of the year Award: JADEN MOVOLD Spirit of the year Award: GABBY WRIGHT #parafedaucklandawards
Parafed Auckland Awards Dinner 2020 Update In line with the recent update from The Ministry of Health and the government’s advice, we will still be going ahead with the Parafed Auckland Awards Dinner 2020 with doors opening at 6 pm at the Ellerslie Event Centre. However, we’re taking the safety of all our guests and staff seriously. We will have hand sanitizers and contact tracing readily available at the venue. If you’re feeling unwell, for the safety of others please stay at home. Further updates will be provided following the advice from the Ministry of Health. We have been excited and waiting for this event, so let’s have a great night and celebrate our athletes, members, families and partners. See you all tonight. Team Parafed Auckland
Parafed Auckland Awards Dinner 2020 Update In line with the recent update from The Ministry of Health and the government’s advice, we will still be going ahead with the Parafed Auckland Awards Dinner 2020 with doors opening at 6 pm at the Ellerslie Event Centre. However, we’re taking the safety of all our guests and staff seriously. We will have hand sanitizers and contact tracing readily available at the venue. If you’re feeling unwell, for the safety of others please stay at home. Further updates will be provided following the advice from the Ministry of Health. We have been excited and waiting for this event, so let’s have a great night and celebrate our athletes, members, families and partners. See you all tonight. Team Parafed Auckland
🏆 ATHLETE OF THE YEAR AWARD NOMINEES 🏆 All our athletes have excelled and been exceptional in all their sports this year. The athlete of the year award nominees show a holistic approach of being outstanding in one or more sports. They have contributed as an ambassador to their sport and Auckland at an exceptional level. Congratulations and Good Luck to all the nominees 😀 #Parafedaucklandawards
🏆 ATHLETE OF THE YEAR AWARD NOMINEES 🏆 All our athletes have excelled and been exceptional in all their sports this year. The athlete of the year award nominees show a holistic approach of being outstanding in one or more sports. They have contributed as an ambassador to their sport and Auckland at an exceptional level. Congratulations and Good Luck to all the nominees 😀 #Parafedaucklandawards

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