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🎓 Sports Based Adaptation Resources
These sports are all recognised by Sport Australia as having established governing bodies at the national level, with many receiving Australian Sports Commission (ASC) funding as either National Sporting Organisations (NSOs) or National Sporting Organisations for People with Disability (NSODs).
The long-term goal is to build a comprehensive directory that connects directly to each sport’s para pathways, inclusion initiatives, or accessibility programs to support greater participation opportunities.
In the interim, it is important to note that many state-based bodies, associations, and local clubs are already delivering inclusive or adaptive versions of these sports. These organisations can serve as valuable points of contact and sources for inclusion within the program while national links are being established.
| Sport | Recognition Status | ASC Funding Status | Type of Organisation | Our Link |
| American Football | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Archery | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Synchronised Swimming | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Cycling, BMX, Mountain Bike | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Triathlon | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Athletics | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Gaelic Football And Hurling | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Billiards & Snooker | Recognised | Unfunded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Calisthenics | Recognised | Unfunded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Dragon Boat | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Eight Ball | Recognised | Unfunded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Fencing | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Flying Disc | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Australian Football | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Ice Racing | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Jujitsu | Recognised | Unfunded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Karate | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Kendo, Iaido and Jodo | Recognised | Unfunded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Polo | Recognised | Unfunded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Rugby League | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Sailing / Yachting | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| NSOD | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation for people with disability (NSOD) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Taekwondo | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Underwater Sports | Recognised | Unfunded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Weightlifting | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Badminton | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Baseball | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Basketball, Wheelchair Basketball | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Biathlon | Recognised | Unfunded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Blind Sports, Goalball | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation for people with disability (NSOD) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Bobsleigh, Skeleton | Recognised | Unfunded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Bocce | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Boccia | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation for people with disability (NSOD) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Bowls | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Boxing | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Cricket | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Croquet, Gateball | Recognised | Unfunded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Curling | Recognised | Unfunded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| DanceSport | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Darts | Recognised | Unfunded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Deaf Sports | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation for people with disability (NSOD) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Wheelchair Basketball, Wheelchair Sports | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation for people with disability (NSOD) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Disabled Wintersport | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation for people with disability (NSOD) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Diving | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Equestrian, Equestrian – Disabled | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Floorball | Recognised | Unfunded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Football (Soccer), Indoor Football / Futsal | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Golf | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Gymnastics | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Handball | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Hockey | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Ice Hockey | Recognised | Unfunded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Ice Skating | Recognised | Unfunded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Judo | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Kiteboarding | Recognised | Unfunded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Kung Fu – Wushu | Recognised | Unfunded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Lacrosse | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Modern Pentathlon | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Motorcycling | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Motor Sport | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Muaythai | Recognised | Unfunded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Campdraft | Recognised | Unfunded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Netball | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Orienteering | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Canoeing | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Goalball, Paralympics, Wheelchair Rugby | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation for people with disability (NSOD) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Petanque | Recognised | Unfunded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Polocrosse | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Equestrian, Pony Clubs | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Equestrian – Disabled | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation for people with disability (NSOD) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Rowing | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Rugby Union | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Shooting | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Roller Sports, Skate | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Skipping | Recognised | Unfunded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Disabled Wintersport, Skiing, Snowboarding | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Softball | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Intellectual Impairment Sports | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation for people with disability (NSOD) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Sport Climbing | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Intellectual Impairment Sports | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation for people with disability (NSOD) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Squash | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Surf Life Saving | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Surfing | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Swimming | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Table Tennis | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Tennis, Padel | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Tenpin Bowling | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Touch | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Transplant | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation for people with disability (NSOD) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Volleyball | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Kick Boxing | Recognised | Unfunded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Water Polo | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Wakeboard, Water Skiing | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Wheelchair Rugby | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation for people with disability (NSOD) | Sourcing In Progress |
| Wrestling | Recognised | Funded | National sporting organisation (NSO) | Sourcing In Progress |