Some people think that you have to use a wheelchair full
time to play wheelchair sports. This couldn’t be further from the truth! Many
wheelchair sports, like wheelchair basketball or wheelchair tennis, even
welcome able-bodied participants.
In fact, 40% of all wheelchair basketball players in Canada
are either able-bodied or have a minimal disability like multiple knee
surgeries. Wheelchair sports are therefore a great alternative for those who
find able-bodied sports painful or difficult because of injuries or
disabilities. After all: a wheelchair is just a piece of sports equipment, like
a bobsled or a pair of ice skates.
This summer, BCWSA and BCWBS are making a special effort to
introduce wheelchair sports to those who walk or use crutches/canes to get
around by hosting a special Have a Go Day devoted to people with these disabilities.
Have a Go Day for Amputees And People With Mobility Issues
Date: Thursday, July 25
Location: Langley Events Centre, 7888 200 Street, Langley, BC
Time: 10 am – 2 pm
Contact: Kevin Bowie at Kevin@bcwheelchairsports.com or 604-333-3520
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