BCWSA Spring Clinic – Sunday March 11, 2012

BC Wheelchair Sports Association is hosting a 2012 Wheelchair Athletics Spring Clinic this weekend.

Sunday March 11, 2012 from 9 to 4 pm

Richmond Olympic Oval

Fee – $10 !!!

JOIN US! NEW PARTICIPANTS WELCOME!

Try a racing chair, throwing, meet other athletes, learn new skills, have FUN!

For more information or to register:

James Hustvedt at 604.616.7106 – james at bcwheelchairsports.com

Holly Tawse – holly at bcwheelchairsports.com

Program Flyer & Registration Form

 

 

Dolfo Wins Bronze Medal at Para Pan-American Games

Langlay Mustang Braedon Dolfo broke his own Canadian 100m (T13) record in winning the bronze medal in the 100 meter final. The time of 11.34 seconds is also a London 2012 Paralympic Games “A” qualifying standard mark.

“I’m feeling pretty good, another personal best,” said a thrilled Dolfo who recently returned to training following hip surgery. “It feels great to be back.”

Guidelines for the inclusion of Para-athletes in Road Races

Para-Athletics caters to wheelchair athletes, amputee athletes, visually impaired athletes, and athletes with cerebral palsy. In addition to events organized specifically for them, para-athletes can also participate in mainstream events alongside able-bodied athletes. In athletics, these events are typically road races and marathons.

To allow for the safe participation of para-athletes, race directors should carefully review their event, and consider making adjustments where necessary.

BC Athletics has published guidelines outlining the considerations that can make for a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.

The guidelines are available here: http://www.bcathletics.org/main/pdf/para-athlete-guidelines.pdf

 

 

 

Dolfo earns spot on Canadian team

From the Langley Times

Braeden Dolfo is off to Mexico in November.

The 17-year-old from Langley Secondary — and member of the Langley Mustangs Track and Field Club — will represent Canada at the 2011 Parapan American Games in Guadalajara, Mexico.

Of the 26 member Canadian team, Dolfo is the lone B.C. athlete.

The legally blind track and field athlete has qualified to race in the 100m, but is aiming to also compete in the 200m and the long jump events.

Dolfo placed third earlier this year at the world championships, but is currently recovering from hip surgery.

Para-Throws Clinic: Fri June 17th – Langley

Friday, June 17th @ McLeod Park in Langley from 6 to 8 pm

David Greig, the Para-Athletics National Talent Development Coach, will be in attendance to provide expertise to all participants and coaches.

See the event poster here: http://www.bcathletics.org/main/pdf/para-throws-clinic-jun-2011.pdf

2011 Wheelchair Athletics Spring Clinic: April 9 & 10

Saturday, April 9, 2011 – Track & Para-Throws Sessions @ Sutherland High School, North Vancouver (Time: 9am to 4pm)

Sunday, April 10, 2011 – Road Session @ Iona Beach, Richmond (Time: 10am to 2pm)

For more information – please contact James Hustavedt – james@bcwheelchairsports.com or 604.616.7106

Event Poster – CLICK HERE

Para-Equipment Fund

The Canadian Paralympic Committee is now Accepting Applications for its Para-Equipment Fund!

Does your club need new adapted sport equipment? We are awarding grants of up to $5,000 to eligible clubs, for a total of $200,000 in grants for both summer and winter sports.

The Para-Equipment Fund (PEF) is a grassroots initiative that aims to assist local and provincial organizations in delivering first contact programming. It is designed to facilitate the participation of an increased number of people with a disability in Para-sport by expanding the availability of introductory-based equipment, particularly for first contact and equipment loan programs.

Apply before January 5, 2011 to take advantage of this great opportunity to expand or start your program!

The PEF is made possible through financial contributions from Sport Canada, Petro-Canada and the Canadian Paralympic Committee (CPC).

For more information: http://www.paralympic.ca/en/Sports/Paralympic-Equipment-Fund.html