Back by demand after a successful five-week pilot. Inclusive wheelchair basketball for everyone — with or without a disability. Sports wheelchairs provided, no experience needed.
Session one is on us.
The first session of Term 3 doubles as a free come & try event. No booking, no cost, no experience needed — just turn up, jump in a sports wheelchair, and see what the game is all about.
The program at a glance.
After a successful five-week pilot, Wheelchair Hoops has been officially extended — now running as a full eight-week Term 3 program.
Who is it for?
Wheelchair basketball is one of the most inclusive sports in the world — anyone can play, regardless of whether they use a wheelchair in daily life. All participants use sports wheelchairs during sessions, putting everyone on an equal playing field.
The Term 2 pilot proved it belongs here. Now officially extended, Wheelchair Hoops sits alongside our player pathways — basketball for all, delivered with Basketball Victoria's Wheelchair Basketball team and GippSport, led by trained coaches, and built around skill development, fun drills, and gameplay to finish every session.
Whether you’re looking to try something new, find a supportive community, reconnect with basketball after an injury, or simply have fun with your family — this program is for you.
Program highlights.
Designed to feel welcoming from the very first session — whether it's your first time on a court or your hundredth.
Open to all ages & abilities
No experience or disability required
Sports wheelchairs provided
Bring your own if you have one
Trained coaches every session
Supported by Basketball Victoria
Families & carers welcome
Come along and have a go
Just bring sports clothes & water
Everything else is provided
Drills, skill development & gameplay
Fun structure every week
Powered by Basketball Victoria and GippSport.
Basketball Victoria's Wheelchair Basketball team — the state's peak governing body for the sport — provides the sports wheelchairs, the trained coaches, and the structural backing that makes every session possible.
GippSport joins for Term 3 as our regional sport partner, championing inclusive sport participation across Gippsland and helping more locals find their way onto the court.
Frequently asked.
Everything we hear most often — answered.
01 Who can participate in wheelchair basketball?
Anyone can participate. Wheelchair basketball is open to people with and without disabilities, and all skill levels are welcome.
02 Do I need to use a wheelchair in daily life to join?
No. Many participants do not use wheelchairs outside of sport. Sports wheelchairs are used during sessions for all players, putting everyone on the same level.
03 Do I need basketball experience?
Not at all. The program is designed for beginners through to more experienced players, with coaches adapting activities to suit everyone.
04 What age groups can join?
The program is open to all ages. We had participants ranging from children to adults at our Come & Try sessions, and the format works brilliantly for everyone.
05 Are sports wheelchairs provided?
Yes, sports wheelchairs are provided for all participants. Feel free to bring your own if you have one!
06 What should I bring to a session?
Comfortable sports clothes, a water bottle, and enclosed shoes. Everything else is provided — just show up ready to have fun.
07 Is wheelchair basketball safe for beginners?
Yes. Sessions are run by trained coaches in a supportive environment, with a focus on skill development, safety, and confidence. It's a welcoming, beginner-friendly space.
08 Can parents, carers, or support workers attend?
Absolutely. Parents, carers, and support workers are welcome to attend and support participants during sessions — and can even have a go themselves if there's enough equipment.
09 How are the sessions structured?
Sessions are a balance of drills and gameplay. Participants will be taught the basics of wheelchair basketball, including fun games, drills, and gameplay to finish off each session.
10 How do I register or find out more?
Register through the PlayHQ portal, or contact Natasha at WBA via tash.billing@warragulbasketball.org.au. You can also reach Basketball Victoria's Wheelchair Basketball team on (03) 9837 8015.
Join us for
Term 3.
Eight weeks of wheelchair basketball, kicking off Tuesday 28 July at Court 2, Warragul Leisure Centre — starting with a free come & try session.
$15 per week, pay as you go · sports wheelchairs and coaches provided.
Term 3 registrations will open on PlayHQ shortly. In the meantime, come along to the free come & try on 28 July — no registration needed.
Warragul Basketball Association · In partnership with Basketball Victoria Wheelchair Basketball & GippSport