Adaptive/ Para Track and Field (SM 25)

What is Adaptive / Para Track and Field?

Race wheelchairs are used by athletes who do not have strength or control of their legs to support themselves in a standing position. Individuals with prosthetics are able to participate with conventional prothesis, or special sport blade prothesis. Some individuals with limb deficiencies and amputations compete seated. Blind and visually impaired individuals are able to participate in most track running events and road races with the assistance of a guide. The guide uses verbal cues to let the athlete know where they are on the track and relationship with obstacles and other athletes. Adaptive throwing includes shot put, discus, javelin, and club. The weights of the instrument vary by age and sex. Throwing events are done either seated or standing, depending on the participant’s disability.

Who can participate in Adaptive / Para Track and Field?

This program is open to individuals of all ages and abilities. Individuals may ambulate independently, or use assistive devices, or wheelchairs.

Eligibility and Criteria:

• Designed for all ages and abilities, co-ed
• Participants must be able to follow directions from the lead facilitator. 
  • If participants need assistance with following directions, a support staff must attend and assist the individual at the program.
  • If you need assistance finding support, please contact STAR. We may have 1:1 mentors available. 
• Participants will be held to the STAR Center Code of Conduct.