Scottish Disability Sport are excited to launch a wheelchair multi-sport engagement event, Wheels To Stadium. Photos of the experience may be found here.
The event is designed to allow people to experience a wide range of Wheelchair Sports delivered by some of the best clubs and coaches available in Scotland. We have selected activities where we have strong club links so participants can continue to enjoy and develop within the sports for many years to come.
Wheels To Stadium is about providing a range of opportunities for people who use a wheelchair for sport to try new and exciting sports and learn more about the pathways that are available throughout the country. Furthermore, the event will highlight the opportunities for people with disabilities to achieve at the highest level and hopefully inspire them to become our stars of the future.
A selection of Sports Wheelchairs will be available for use at the event.
This event is free and is being supported by Allan McDougall Solicitors and Celtic Foundation.
Please note that you do not need to be a daily wheelchair user to participate, play and excel in wheelchair sports.
Target Groups
Wheels To Stadium is aimed at participants of all ages who may use a wheelchair for sport. Participants will be invited to choose four sports from a selection of nine to participate in. Those accompanying athletes are welcomed to join in.
Event Staff
The event will be staffed by Scottish Disability Sport staff, Volunteers, Coaches and Sports Development Officers from NGBs and clubs.
Location
Wheels To Stadium will be held over two locations: Grangemouth Stadium and Grangemouth Sports Complex. Information about where each sport session will take place will be provided closer to the event.
The event will be start at 10:00 to 15:00 on Sunday 4th September 2022. Registration will begin at 09:30.
Sessions will either be 45 minutes or 75 minutes depending on the sport and sign up’s. Time will be allocated to transition between activities and for a lunch break.
Sports
The nine wheelchair sports on offer at the event are Archery, Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Boccia, Curling, Rowing, Shooting (laser), Swimming and Wheelchair Skills
Refreshments
There is a cafe available on site, however, we recommend you pack your own refreshments.
High-Performance Athletes
One or two high-performance athletes will be in attendance to share their experiences throughout the day.
Registration
You can register using this link to our online registration site. Further information can be found by following the link.
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