Perth has a strong and growing network of community programs designed specifically for people with disability. Whether you’re looking for sport, creative expression, social connection, or volunteering, there are real, accessible options across the metro area — many of which can be funded through your NDIS plan.
This list covers 10 of the best community activities for NDIS participants in Perth right now, with details on where each program runs and what NDIS support line to look at.
1. Sailability WA — Sailing at Royal Perth Yacht Club, Crawley
Type: Sport / Outdoor Recreation
Location: Royal Perth Yacht Club, Crawley (Swan River)
Sailability WA runs inclusive sailing sessions on the Swan River for people with physical, intellectual, and sensory disabilities. Participants sail in specially adapted keelboats with trained volunteer crew. Sessions run on Saturday mornings from October through April.
It’s a practical, unhurried activity — focused on time on the water, not competition. Many NDIS participants fund this under Core Supports (Assistance with Social, Economic and Community Participation).
Find out more: sailabilitywa.org.au
2. Riding for the Disabled Association WA — Horse Riding Across the Metro
Type: Sport / Therapeutic Recreation
Location: Multiple centres including Lesmurdie, Caversham, and Whitby
RDA WA offers therapeutic horse riding and carriage driving for children and adults with disability. Programs run at several Perth-metro and peri-urban centres, supported by trained volunteers and qualified instructors.
Horse riding builds core strength, balance, and confidence in a way that’s genuinely different from a gym or pool. Parents of younger NDIS participants consistently cite it as one of the most engaging activities their children attend.
Find out more: rdawa.com.au
3. DADAA — Arts Programs in Fremantle and Beyond
Type: Arts / Creative
Location: Fremantle Arts Centre and community venues across WA
DADAA is a Perth-based organisation that delivers professional arts programs for people with disability and mental health challenges. Their programs span visual art, music, photography, and performance — held at Fremantle Arts Centre and community sites statewide.
This is not art therapy. DADAA works with participants as artists, producing real exhibitions and performances. For NDIS participants with a genuine interest in creative work, it’s one of the strongest programs in WA.
Funding: Typically under Capacity Building — Improved Daily Living or Core Supports (community participation).
Find out more: dadaa.com.au
4. Disabled Surfers Association WA — Surfing at Trigg Beach
Type: Sport / Outdoor Recreation
Location: Trigg Beach, Trigg
The Disabled Surfers Association WA runs assisted surfing events at Trigg Beach, north of Scarborough. Trained volunteers support participants in the water using custom adapted surfboards. Events are suitable for a wide range of disabilities including spinal injuries, cerebral palsy, and acquired brain injury.
Events are day-long and social. They run throughout summer and into autumn. NDIS participants often attend alongside support workers or community access staff.
Find out more: dsawa.com.au
5. Perth City Farm — Community Gardening and Volunteering, East Perth
Type: Volunteering / Social
Location: Perth City Farm, East Perth
Perth City Farm runs a community and market garden in East Perth, welcoming volunteers from diverse backgrounds — including NDIS participants supported by community access workers. The farm also hosts workshops in permaculture, composting, and food growing.
For participants who want meaningful social participation rather than structured sport, the City Farm offers something different: real, productive work alongside community members in a low-pressure environment.
Funding: Core Supports (community participation) or Capacity Building (improved daily living).
Find out more: perthcityfarm.org.au
6. Ability Centre — Aquatics and Recreation Programs, Nollamara
Type: Sport / Aquatics
Location: Ability Centre, Nollamara
Ability Centre (formerly the Cerebral Palsy Association of WA) runs a range of recreation and sport programs at their Nollamara campus — including hydrotherapy, swimming, bocce, athletics, and cycling. Programs are available for children and adults with a range of physical and neurological disabilities.
As one of WA’s largest disability service organisations, Ability Centre can accommodate complex support needs, including participants with high-intensity requirements. They are a registered NDIS provider.
Find out more: abilitycentre.com.au
7. Rocky Bay — Social and Recreation Groups, Various Perth Locations
Type: Social / Community
Location: Multiple sites including Mosman Park and Joondalup
Rocky Bay is a registered NDIS provider running social and recreational groups across the Perth metro. Their Community Participation programs include social outings, cooking groups, movie nights, and day trips — tailored to different age groups and support needs.
For participants who want structured social connection without a sport or arts focus, Rocky Bay’s group programs are a practical option. Support coordinators can also help align these activities to your NDIS plan goals.
Find out more: rockybay.org.au
8. Wheelchair Basketball WA — Competition and Social Leagues, Perth Metro
Type: Sport
Location: Various gymnasiums across the Perth metro
Wheelchair Basketball WA manages competitive and social leagues across the Perth metro. Clubs include the Perth Wheelcats and several community clubs that welcome new participants of all ages and experience levels.
You don’t need to use a wheelchair in daily life to participate — the sport is open to anyone with a lower-limb or other qualifying disability. It’s one of the fastest-growing disability sports in Australia.
Funding: Core Supports or Capacity Building — Health and Wellbeing.
Find out more: wheelchairbasketballwa.com.au
9. Tennis West — Wheelchair Tennis and Inclusive Programs, Perth Metro
Type: Sport
Location: Tennis clubs across the Perth metro including Burswood
Tennis West coordinates wheelchair tennis at clubs across Perth, including beginner and social sessions. The ANZ Tennis Hot Shots program also runs adapted formats for children with disability. Equipment loan programs keep upfront cost low.
Tennis is a practical option for NDIS participants: sessions are short, social, and easy to attend with or without a support worker.
Find out more: tenniswest.com.au
10. PCYC WA — Inclusive Sport and Life Skills Programs, Multiple Suburbs
Type: Sport / Social / Skill Building
Location: PCYC centres across Perth including Balga, Kwinana, and Mirrabooka
PCYC WA (Police and Citizens Youth Club) runs sport, fitness, and life skills programs at community centres across Perth. Many centres offer inclusive programs or can accommodate NDIS participants with reasonable adjustment. Programs include boxing fitness, martial arts, dance, and structured after-school activities.
PCYC centres are deliberately located in higher-need areas — Balga, Mirrabooka, Kwinana — making them accessible to participants across the metro without long travel.
Find out more: pcycwa.org.au
How Your NDIS Plan Can Fund Community Participation
Most of the activities above can be funded under two NDIS support categories:
- Core Supports — Assistance with Social, Economic and Community Participation (01): Covers the cost of a support worker attending community activities with you.
- Capacity Building — Health and Wellbeing (07) or Improved Daily Living Skills (15): Covers structured programs that build fitness or practical skills.
If you’re unsure how to use your plan to access community activities, our NDIS Support Coordination team can help you map your goals to the right support categories and connect you with providers in your area.
We also offer community participation support for NDIS participants across Perth — including accompanying support workers and help finding the right programs for your goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use my NDIS funding for community activities in Perth?
Yes. Most community participation activities can be funded under Core Supports (01) or Capacity Building (07 or 15), depending on how the activity aligns to your plan goals. Your Support Coordinator or Local Area Coordinator (LAC) can confirm what applies to your specific plan.
Do I need a support worker to attend these programs?
It depends on your support needs. Some programs provide their own trained volunteers — Sailability WA and Disabled Surfers Association WA are good examples. Others work alongside your existing support workers. If you need a community access worker, Innovative Care WA can arrange that support.
Are these programs available for children as well as adults?
Yes. Programs including RDA WA, PCYC WA, Tennis West’s Hot Shots, and Ability Centre all run programs for children and young people. Age ranges vary by program — check directly with each organisation before enrolling.
How do I find out if a program suits my disability?
Contact the organisation directly and describe your support needs. Most Perth disability sport and community programs are experienced with a wide range of disabilities and can advise whether their program is a good fit before you commit.
Ready to Build Your Community Participation Plan?
If you’d like help connecting to community activities in Perth, or if you need a support worker to accompany you, contact the Innovative Care WA team. We’re a local, NDIS-registered provider based in Western Australia — here to help you make the most of your plan.
