Wheelchair Basketball Skills Clinic
Clinic Details
When is it?
Saturday, October 31, from 9:30am - 11:30am.
Where is it?
Chelsea Piers Fitness, Pier 60, New York, NY
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is geared toward athletes aged 7-18 with lower body disabilities, though able-bodied friends and siblings are welcome. Participants should be able to independently push a sports chair and follow direction. Sports chairs will be available for those who do not have their own.
Common disabilities of participants include:
- Spinal cord injuries
- Spina bifida
- Lower extremity amputations
- Cerebral palsy
- Polio
- Leg length discrepancies
What to Expect
The clinic will focus on skill-building, teamwork, and gameplay to coach up local wheelchair basketball players.
- Instruction from the Best: Led by Paralympian Patrick Anderson, with support from guest coaches.
- Skill Development: Hands-on drills covering essential chair skills and game fundamentals.
- 3 vs 3 Scrimmage Play: Put your skills into action during competitive 3-on-3 half-court scrimmage sessions.
Past events
Ready to join?
Each athlete will be responsible for a $25 registration fee.
Scholarships available. Please inquire by emailing info@chelseapiersfoundation.org.
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