Bangor Boccia Club

No. Many of our members had never heard of Boccia before they came along. We’ll show you the rules and how to throw or use a ramp in your first session, and you will be playing a game within the hour.

Your first session is free. After that it’s £5 a session, or £20 for the month. All players pay a £10 annual membership, due in September or when they join. Coaches, volunteers, family and friends are welcome to become members too. You can pay online by card or bank transfer.

There is nothing to buy: we provide the balls, ramps and everything else you need.

Bangor Boccia Club was set up by Disability Sport NI (opens in a new tab) for players with physical disabilities that affect motor skills. This includes conditions such as cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, spinal cord injuries, and other disabilities affecting movement.

If you’re not sure whether Boccia is right for you, send us a message or give us a call. We’d be happy to have a chat and answer any questions.

We welcome players of all ages. Under-18s need a parent or carer to stay for the session.

Yes. Family members, carers and personal assistants are always welcome to stay for the session, and many help out as ramp assistants or scorers.

Yes. There is step-free access from the car park, level flooring in the hall and an accessible toilet. If you have a particular access need, tell us before you come and we will make sure it is sorted.

Just comfortable clothes. We provide all the equipment.

Yes, if you want to. Bangor Boccia Club is affiliated with Disability Sport NI (opens in a new tab), and members can take part in regional competitions and leagues across Northern Ireland. Boccia is a Paralympic sport, and the same rules we play by are used at the Games. Competing is entirely optional, though. Many members come for the fun and the company, and they are every bit as welcome.

Yes. We rely on volunteers to run sessions, assist with ramps, keep score and help with transport. If you’re interested in volunteering, send us a message and we’ll get back in touch.

Send us a message and we will get back to you to check there is space and arrange your first session. Places are limited, so please get in touch before coming along rather than turning up on the night.

Yes. Play our free boccia game in your browser: two players on one screen, a real-size court and real ball physics, with placement shots, blocks, push offs, driving shots and lobs over four ends. It is a good way to see how an end works before you come along.