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Who can play wheelchair sports?

Wheelchair sports are primarily designed for people with disability, while also providing opportunities for participation by people without disability in inclusive community, school and mixed-competition programs.

What you will learn

Wheelchair sports are designed mainly for people with a disability but are also inclusive, with some programs and competitions welcoming non-disabled participants.

This video describes:

  • who wheelchair sports are designed for and how they promote inclusion
  • the different levels of participation: recreational, competitive and elite
  • how inclusivity creates opportunities for people with and without disability to play together
  • the role of classification systems in ensuring fair and equal competition.

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