Lakeshore Foundation
is pleased to announce the dates for its Introduction to Paralympic Sports Camp
for injured military. The Introduction to Paralympic Sports camp will be held in
Birmingham, Alabama from February 20-24, 2013. This camp is designed to expose
servicemen and women who sustained their injuries post-9/11 to Paralympic
sports. The participants will be led by Paralympic athletes and coaches in the
sports of archery, biathlon, cycling, marksmanship (air rifle), sitting
volleyball, swimming, tennis, track and field and wheelchair basketball.
Participants also will have instruction on nutrition and strength and
conditioning.
To be eligible for this camp, the service member must have
sustained their injury during their time of service on or after September 11,
2001. Qualifying injuries include spinal cord injuries, vision impairments,
amputations, traumatic brain injuries, burns and disfigurements. Travel,
lodging and meals are at no cost to the service member.
To apply, interested applicants should contact Susan
Robinson at susanr@lakeshore.org for
an application or additional information. Applications are accepted on a
first-come, first-serve basis and space is limited. An informational flyer and
application is attached to this email.
The mission of Lakeshore Foundation is to serve individuals
with physical disabilities and chronic health conditions to live healthy,
active and independent lives. To learn more about Lakeshore Foundation, please click here.
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