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DSActive is a sports programme for people with Down’s syndrome (DS) run by the Down’s Syndrome Association (DSA), created in response to the severe lack of opportunities for people with DS to be active or participate in sports. The subsequent health probl
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Situation
The programme will combat the low participation levels of people with Down's syndrome in sport and physical exercise, with a particular emphasis on encouraging females to become involved. DSA are looking to solve this by expanding the number of clubs and
Solution
The programme offers at least one hour of moderate to vigorous physical activity per week. The programme also communicates with players, parents and coaches to discourage a sedentary lifestyle and unhealthy diet, offering advice and encouragement for addi