Following the huge success of last year's inaugural Junior Games, LimbPower are proud to be holding this fantastic event once again at Stoke Mandeville Stadium, birthplace of the Paralympics. The weekend will introduce young amputees and the young ambulant disabled to a range of sporting activities in a safe, friendly and inclusive environment.
Saturday 5th October will see those aged 5-11 able to try out a variety of sports including athletics, cycling, football, tennis and basketball in 'Have a Go' sessions under the guidance of experienced mentors and instructors from each sport's governing body. The emphasis is on fun while encouraging the children to have a go at sports and socialise with their peers.
On Sunday 6th October the older children aged between 11-18 will be able to have a go at key Paralympic sports, with instruction from qualified coaches and experienced athletes. They will be able to try out a wide range of sports including; athletics, Powerlifting, basketball, sitting volleyball, archery, football, cycling, swimming and tennis. They will be able to have fun and also perhaps find some hidden talents. We may even discover the Paralympians of the future!
"We're thrilled to be able to run this event again and offer the same opportunities to children that we have been offering to adults at the Amputee Games" said Kiera Roche, LimbPower Chairman. "Last year was such a great success, and we're hoping to reach even more young people and give them the chance to challenge what they think they are capable of."
Juliette Woolf, mother of Rio Woolf who took part last year, commented; "The 2012 LimbPower Primary Games were life-changing for Rio - he absolutely loved trying all the different para-sports on offer and making friendships with other "children with special arms and legs" which will last a lifetime - they had an instant bond!"
The Primary & Junior Games will help young amputees to learn new skills, have fun and importantly to discover their potential through sport. Anyone interested in taking part should contact Kiera Roche from LimbPower on: 07502 276858 or kiera@limbpower.com Alternatively registration forms can be downloaded from the website at www.limbpower.com/junior-games/
The British Association of Prosthetists and Orthotists (BAPO) was established to encourage high standards of prosthetic and orthotic practice. It is committed to Continued Professional Development and education to enhance standards of prosthetic and orthotic care. BAPO is the only UK body that represents the interests of prosthetic and orthotic professionals and associate members to their employers, BAPO enjoys the support of a high majority of the profession as members.
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