Dragons On The Move

Dragons On the Move: Improving Accessibility across Norfolk

Dragons On the Move is an accessible programme designed to help everyone enjoy the benefits of being active in Norfolk. We want to help people of all ages and abilities to have fun, and try new skills and activities!

Dragons On The Move was formed in partnership with the Disability Real Action Group of Norfolk (DRAGONs). It was originally called ‘On the Move’ but has since been rebranded to reflect the crucial work the Dragons have put into making it a success.

The Dragons are a group of young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities who visit clubs and leisure centres across the county. They assess these to ensure they are accessible and easy to use for people with disabilities or additional mobility requirements.

Find out more Who we are
The Disability Real Action Group of Norfolk (DRAGONs) are a group of young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

We have partnered up with these exceptional young people to review facilities and greenspaces across Norfolk. This project is known as ‘Dragons On The Move’.

On these visits, they assess the places for accessibility, so that people looking to visit know what to expect, and so that the venues know where they can improve.

Get involved How does it work?
Dragons On the Move reviews public places such as leisure centres, community centres and greenspaces for accessibility.

On these visits, they look for facilities such as disabled parking, changing rooms and toilets.

The Dragons also see how well-trained the staff are to support people with disabilities, and how accessible the building is in general.

This is a great way for people with disabilities to hear honest reviews of venues, but also a fantastic way for local venues and organisations to make a commitment to improving their accessibility. View the map See who we've worked with
We've worked with over 23 providers in Norfolk to advise on and improve their accessibility offering.

Once a provider has committed to making changes, they become a 'DRAGONs approved' provider.

You can find out more about them by clicking the link below. Case studies The difference we've made
By working with us, providers across Norfolk are committing to providing a more accessible venue.

Whether their commitment involved installing new ramps, considering the signage use or additional training for staff, there have been many venues across Norfolk who have excelled.

See the examples of how our work makes a difference in our case studies. Find out more Let's take it outside!
Following the success of On The Move, we decided to expand into reviewing trails, parks and green spaces for accessibility.

The DRAGONs have been visiting these trails and advising on what works and what could be improved.

These reviews should help anyone looking to get active outdoors understand whether the route is accessible for someone with additional requirements.

Get involved with Dragons On The Move

Our Dragons are always happy to review new facilities. Once reviewed, you’ll be ‘On The Move’ certified on our list of approved providers, and we will help you get setup on an exclusive section of our Every Move activity finder.

This will let people know that your facilities are suitable and accessible.

If you’d like to work with us on reviewing your venue for accessibility, fill in the form below to get in touch.