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Children & Young People’s Bulletin – June

Hello Everyone,

We have some exciting opportunities coming up for children and young people at Croydon Vision. Whether you’re looking to have fun with friends, build confidence, learn new skills, or try something different, we have something for you!

📅 Dates for Your Diary

  • 👁️ 23rd June – Vision Zone 2026 at Croydon Vision (11:00am – 2:00pm)
  • 🎳 26th June – Bowling Night at Valley Park
  • 💇‍♀️ 24th June – Hair & Care Workshop
  • 💇‍♀️ 22nd July – Hair & Care Workshop
  • 🎾 25th July – Acez Inclusive Tennis Festival, Roehampton
  • 💇‍♀️ 12th August – Hair & Care Workshop
  • 🥋 Summer Holidays – Martial Attitude Kung Fu Confidence Programme (12+)

🎳 Bowling Night at Valley Park

  • 📅 Thursday 26th June
  • 🕒 Evening Session
  • Come along for a fantastic evening of bowling, fun and friendship!

This is a great opportunity to:

  • Meet other young people with sight loss
  • Enjoy a relaxed social activity
  • Build confidence and independence
  • Have lots of fun!

Places are limited, so please book early to avoid disappointment.

🥋 Martial Attitude Summer Kung Fu Confidence Programme (12+)

  • Build Confidence
  • Learn New Skills
  • Have Fun

This summer, Martial Attitude is offering a unique 4-week Kung Fu Confidence Programme designed specifically for young people aged 12+ who are visually impaired, blind or deafblind.

What will you gain?

  • ✅ Confidence in movement and mobility
  • ✅ Improved balance and body awareness
  • ✅ Spatial navigation skills for busy environments
  • ✅ Safe interaction through structured partner work
  • ✅ Increased confidence and independence

Training is based on Wing Chun Kung Fu, adapted specifically for visually impaired participants.

How does it work?

Each participant attends with a sighted partner (friend, sibling, parent or carer), helping to create a safe, supportive and enjoyable learning environment.

Important Information

  • 📍 Places are limited to just 5 visually impaired participants
  • 📅 Summer Programme – 4 Weeks
  • 👥 Ages 12+

If you are interested, please contact Angela for more information and booking details.

👁️ Vision Zone 2026 – Solutions for Low Vision

  • Discover the Latest Technology, Support and Services for People with Sight Loss

Croydon Vision is delighted to host Vision Zone 2026, a free information and exhibition event bringing together leading organisations, charities, technology providers and support services for people living with sight loss.

Whether you are looking for practical advice, assistive technology, local support groups, health information, or simply want to find out what services are available, this event is for you.

Meet a Range of Organisations Including:

  • 🔹 Croydon Vision
  • 🔹 Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
  • 🔹 South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
  • 🔹 Synapptic
  • 🔹 Orcam
  • 🔹 Glaucoma UK
  • 🔹 Blind Veterans UK
  • 🔹 Safer Neighbourhoods Team
  • 🔹 The Sun Project
  • 🔹 Rawlings Opticians & Hearing Care
  • 🔹 Croydon Council

Plus many more exhibitors showcasing the latest low vision aids, assistive technology and support services.

Event Details

  • 📅 Tuesday 23rd June
  • 🕚 11:00am – 2:00pm
  • 📍 Croydon Vision – Bedford Hall (72–74 Wellesley Road, Croydon, CR0 2AR)

Why Attend?

  • 👁️ Discover new assistive technology
  • 🤝 Meet local and national organisations
  • 💡 Learn about support services and benefits
  • 📱 Try out innovative products and equipment
  • ☕ Meet others in the sight loss community

Cost

  • ✅ FREE ENTRY

For further information:

  • 📞 0800 145 6115

This is a fantastic opportunity for young people, parents, carers and family members to learn more about the support available within the sight loss community.

💇‍♀️ Hair & Care Workshops for Blind and Low Vision Women & Girls

  • Confidence
  • Skills
  • Independence

Hair & Care delivers specialist workshops designed to help blind and low vision women and girls develop practical hair care skills, boost confidence and increase independence.

The programme has already supported over 500 women and girls and continues to grow its supportive community.

Upcoming Workshops

  • 📅 Wednesday 24th June | 11:00am – 1:00pm
  • 📅 Wednesday 22nd July | 11:00am – 1:00pm
  • 📅 Wednesday 12th August | 11:00am – 1:00pm

What to Expect

  • ✨ Practical hair care techniques
  • ✨ Confidence-building support
  • ✨ Independence skills
  • ✨ Opportunities to meet others with shared experiences
  • ✨ A welcoming and supportive environment

To book a place, visit the Hair & Care website and select “Book A Workshop”.

🎾 Acez Inclusive Tennis Festival

  • Free Tennis Event for Disabled, d/Deaf and Neurodivergent Young People

The Acez Inclusive Tennis Festival is a fantastic opportunity for disabled, d/Deaf and neurodivergent children and young people aged 5–25 years to enjoy an afternoon of tennis with experienced coaches in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Friends, siblings and family members are welcome to come along and join the fun!

Event Details

  • 📅 Saturday 25th July
  • 🕑 2:00pm – 4:00pm
  • 📍 National Tennis Centre (100 Priory Lane, Roehampton, London, SW15 5JQ)

What is Included?

  • 🎾 Inclusive tennis activities for all abilities
  • 🎾 Expert coaching and support
  • 🎾 Opportunity to meet new friends
  • 🎾 Fun and accessible activities
  • 🎾 FREE tennis racket and balls for participating young people

Who Can Attend?

  • ✔ Disabled children and young people
  • ✔ Deaf children and young people
  • ✔ Neurodivergent children and young people
  • ✔ Ages 5–25 years

📧 For further information: Disability.Inclusion@AccessSport.org.uk

🌟 Why Get Involved?

Taking part in activities helps young people to:

  • 💬 Meet new friends
  • 💪 Build confidence and resilience
  • 🧭 Develop independence skills
  • 🎯 Learn new hobbies and interests
  • 🎉 Have fun in a supportive environment

🌟 Your voice matters. Your ideas shape our service. Together we can create exciting opportunities for children and young people with sight loss across Croydon and beyond. 🌟

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📢 Get In Touch

To book a place on any Croydon Vision activity or to find out more about the Children & Young People’s Service, please contact me.

Together we can build a service that is inclusive, creative, and shaped by young people’s voices 💛

Have a wonderful month — we look forward to seeing you soon!

Angela Ben-Arie

Children & Young People’s Engagement Coordinator

  • 📞 07742 410262
  • ✉️ angela.b.arie@croydonvision.org.uk

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