Three Ability Me classes from across the north-east came together for the event.
Ability Me is run by the Centre in partnership with Living Goals and Open Door Neighbourhood House, delivering ‘Pathways to Possibilities’ alongside a Certificate I in Work Education and Certificate I in Transition Education.
It’s specifically designed for learners with a permanent cognitive or intellectual impairment to find success and purpose that will help gain the confidence and skills to succeed.
The Centre chief executive Sue Geals said the home team, of Benalla, were joined by Ability Me classes from Alexandra and Wangaratta who enjoyed morning tea before taking part in some fun activities and games.
“They're going to be playing things like horseshoe throwing, bocce, jenga, cornhole,” she said.
“It will be a bit of fun, and competitive, but without keeping score.
“They’re doing that on the grassed area behind the campus, which is a lovely spot to be able to have it.”
Ms Geals said it was great to have the new campus to be able to host the Ability Me classes, and events like the sports championship.
That is as much about having fun and mixing with other classes, as it is about the education program behind it.
“The group from Benalla has played a large part in organising it,” Ms Gaels said.
“And organising events is part of their learning as well.
“Plus it helps to bring them out of their comfort zone, to mix with new people at a new place and do different things.
“So besides being fun, it’s a real learning opportunity as well.”
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