Athletes propel a high performance race chair for speed and endurance in a competitive environment.

Youth athletes train to compete for their local high school and other racing competitions in Ontario. Athletes train as a team and compete individually.

Eligibility Criteria: Individuals must have the upper body strength and mobility to propel the chair. Athletes are invited into this program based on their ability and interest.

Skills: Wheelchair Racing is a means to improve cardiovascular health and increase upper-body strength.

Classes are organized to improve technique, and build endurance and power.

Each week represents a progression in these skill developments.

Some participants follow their own goal setting program.

Athletes learn how to push their chairs, posture, grip, pushing strategies etc.

Affiliations: Athletics Ontario and the Ontario Cerebral Palsy Sports Association (OCPSA). Opportunities to race competitively through OCPSA as they are available.

Athletes must already belong to their local club to qualify for support from OCPSA.