Bowling & Social Group: An NDIS Social Group on the Gold Coast

Our Bowling & Social Group is a weekly NDIS social group on the Gold Coast designed to support participants to build friendships, confidence, and everyday social skills through consistent, community-based activities.

This program combines structured outings with supported social interaction, giving participants regular opportunities to practise communication, teamwork, and independence in a relaxed, inclusive environment.

What Is the Bowling & Social Group?

The Bowling & Social Group is an NDIS-funded social group on the Gold Coast focused on community access, social connection, and skill development for adults and young people.

Each session includes a supported bowling outing at a local Gold Coast bowling alley, followed by a shared lunch prepared together at our Nerang Hub. The day is structured to balance fun, routine, and skill-building, helping participants feel safe and confident while still encouraging independence.

This is not a one-off outing. It is a consistent, predictable NDIS social group that supports long-term confidence and connection.

What Happens in This NDIS Social Group?

Each Tuesday, participants take part in a full-day program that includes:

• Visiting a different Gold Coast bowling alley each week

• Participating in friendly, supported bowling games

• Practising social skills such as turn-taking, communication, and teamwork

• Returning to the Hub to plan and prepare lunch together

• Spending time connecting with peers in a relaxed, structured setting

Activities are supported by experienced staff and adapted to suit individual needs, energy levels, and social comfort.

Participants are encouraged to join in at their own pace, with flexibility built into every session.

Who Is This NDIS Social Group on the Gold Coast For?

The Bowling & Social Group is suitable for participants who:

• Want to build social confidence and friendships

• Enjoy structured, community-based activities

• Benefit from consistent routines and familiar staff

• Are working on communication, teamwork, or independence goals

• Learn best through real-life experiences rather than formal teaching

This NDIS social group on the Gold Coast supports participants with autism, intellectual disability, psychosocial disability, anxiety, and social communication challenges.

Program Details

The Bowling & Social Group runs weekly during the school term and is delivered by trained disability support workers who prioritise safety, inclusion, and positive group dynamics.

When: Tuesdays, 10:00am to 3:00pm

Where: Local Gold Coast bowling alleys and The Hub, Nerang

Support Ratio: 1:2, with 1:1 support available if required

Group Size: Up to 8 participants

Supports are typically funded under NDIS Core Supports – Assistance with Social, Economic and Community Participation, depending on individual plans.

All bowling activity costs are included. Lunch is provided and prepared together at the Hub. Optional transport support can be arranged if required.

Why Bowling Works as an NDIS Social Group Activity

Bowling offers a unique mix of structure and flexibility, making it ideal for social skill development within an NDIS social group setting.

Through this program, participants can:

• Practise communication in a natural, real-world environment

• Build confidence through familiar, repeated outings

• Learn teamwork, patience, and turn-taking

• Experience success without pressure or competition

• Develop independence while still feeling supported

Because the activity is predictable and familiar, many participants find it easier to engage socially and build meaningful connections over time.

A Supportive Approach to Community Access

At Loving Life, community access is not about filling time or ticking boxes. It is about creating opportunities for genuine participation, real connection, and gradual confidence-building.

This NDIS social group on the Gold Coast is designed to be welcoming, consistent, and genuinely enjoyable, while still aligning with participant goals and NDIS requirements.

Learn More About the Bowling & Social Group

If you would like more details about session structure, availability, or whether this group is the right fit for you or your family member, you can view the full program information on our website.

👉 View the Bowling & Social Group page

All group information, eligibility details, and current availability are kept up to date on the group page.

📍 Based on the Gold Coast