Wheeling Forward Together:

The Benefits of Peer-Led Wheelchair Training Wheeling forward together, the benefits of Peer-Led wheelchair training for new wheelchair users include mastering the ins and outs of navigating the world on …

Home Adaptations

Looking up home adaptations. Am I Googling the Wrong Thing? I teach vital wheelchair skills to people who need to improve their skills, and I also share my experience of …

Have you ever played wheelchair basketball?

Have you Ever Played Wheelchair Basketball?

Have you ever played Wheelchair Basketball? People are being offered an opportunity to take up the sport or support their local team. There are teams throughout the UK. The game is …

Wheelchairs For Hire

Wheelchairs for hire. This was laughable news to me. I can not decide whether this service is a good thing or not. Wheelshare, a company based in Israel, has installed …

Are you going to the Gig?

Are You Going to the Gig?

Are you going to the gig? I attend it every two years. Now that it’s rolled around again, I can’t wait. What Gig am I Referring to? This is referring …

Using my skills in Oxford

Using my Skills in Oxford

With excitement building for starting a new school, the last day of the summer holidays is upon us. Not to miss out on family fun, but it seemed sensible to …

What Wheelchair Sport?

What Wheelchair Sport, if Any?

What wheelchair sport, if any, would you play? People assume that just because I’m a wheelchair user, I want to be a Paralympian. Surprisingly, I didn’t want to be a …

The Paralympics Have Started

The Paralympics have started. They are a series of international multi-sport events involving athletes with various disabilities. Similar to the Olympic Games, they showcase the athletic abilities of individuals with …

On the Beach, in my Wheelchair

Using my Wheelchair on a Beach

Using my wheelchair on the beach on holiday. I’ve just returned from a holiday in Brean, near Burnham-on-Sea, where I used my wheelchair on a beach. Confidently, I explored the …

How Would You Move Forward?

How Would You Move Forward?

Do you sometimes feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about taking the next steps? Not surprisingly, you’re not alone. There is a challenge to be taking on, but moving forward is …

In These Trying Times

In These Trying Times, How to Survive.

The Fundamentals of Survival In these trying times. Survival is a complex interplay of physical, mental, and emotional resilience. While the specifics can vary drastically based on the environment, some …

Wheelchair Pushing Diaries

Wheelchair Pushing Diaries 

Challenges on the Route I like to go for a push to keep fit and enjoy the great outdoors. At the same time, I record some of my pushes for …

Independent Wheelchair Skills

Wheelchair Skills: Essential for Independence

Wheelchair skills training is essential for individuals who rely on wheelchairs for mobility. It’s a cornerstone of empowering people with disabilities to live independently and confidently. Being confident using a …

Wheelchair Skills on the Road

Wheelchair Skills Training on the Road

I can take wheelchair skills training on the road to you. As the need for wheelchair skills training and peer support becomes more apparent, some people cannot travel too far …

Why I don't make instructional videos

I don’t make Instructional Videos.

I don’t make instructional videos. I believe face-to-face training is best for being able to meet the individual needs of each client. Teaching bespoke skills tailored to the client’s individual …