LimbPower Launches Athletics Top Tips Infographic for Children and Families with Limb Differences
Posted by LimbPowerAdmin on Monday 18th December 2023
This ground-breaking infographic serves as a valuable tool for children and families seeking information on engaging in athletics. It provides essential guidance on where to start, whom to contact, and the crucial questions to ask. Additionally, it offers insights into the prosthetic equipment and adaptations required, as well as specialised athletics equipment and adaptations that can be utilised.
Recognising the varied facets of athletics, the infographic covers the most common disciplines. By illustrating the fun and excitement inherent in these activities—incorporating running, jumping, and throwing—the resource highlights fundamental skills integral to a myriad of other sports.
"We're thrilled to launch this initiative in collaboration with esteemed partners," said Kiera Roche, spokesperson for LimbPower. "Athletics is not just a sport; it's an avenue for empowerment and inclusion. This infographic aims to inspire and inform children and families about the possibilities within athletics, regardless of physical differences."
LimbPower encourages individuals to connect with their local athletics clubs, fostering a supportive community for participation. Contact your local athletics club via the following links:
England: https://www.englandathletics.org/find-a-club/
Wales https://www.welshathletics.org/en/club
Scotland: http://scottishathletics.org.uk/clubs/club-finder/
Northern Ireland https://athleticsni.org/Clubs
Join us in embracing the power of athletics—where differences are celebrated and abilities shine!
Download the Top Tips for Athletics - Childrena d Young People here.
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Notes to editor
LimbPower
LimbPower support amputees, individuals with limb difference and their families to bridge the gap between hospital rehabilitation and community and school engagement to rebuild lives and improve physical, social, and mental well-being.
This includes advocacy in-person and online events and workshops, video resources, and paper resources (visit the resources section of our website) we also have programmes in and around the Limb Centres including the Physical Activity Advisers and Nordic Walking Instructors.
Email: info@limbpower.com
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England Athletics
Are the membership & development body for athletics & running in England.
The nation's favourite Olympic and Paralympic sport.
Email: press@englandathletics.org or enquiries@englandathletics.org
Website: https://www.englandathletics.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnglandAthletics/
Twitter: @EnglandAthletic
Instagram: @englandathletics
UK Athletics & British Athletics
UK Athletics is the National Governing Body for athletics. UKA is the Member Federation of the IAAF responsible for athletics in the United Kingdom of Great Britain & Northern Ireland (as defined in UKA Rule book).
British Athletics is the consumer brand of the governing body “UK Athletics”.
British Athletics is the sport; we represent the people, the athletes, the fans, and the team.
Email:
Website: https://www.britishathletics.org.uk
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnglandAthletics/
Twitter: @BritAthletics
Instagram: @britishathletics
BACPAR
BACPAR (British Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in limb Absence Rehabilitation) is a Professional Network of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP). It was founded in 1993 to provide a nationwide network for physiotherapists involved in the specialist field of limb absence and prosthetic rehabilitation. BACPAR supports the promotion of evidence based practice and research, is committed to education, and provides a network for the dissemination of best practice in pursuit of excellence and equity, whilst maintaining cost effectiveness.
Email: https://www.bacpar.org/contact/
Website: https://www.bacpar.org
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Twitter: @BACPAR_official