Accessible Sport Connection Manitoba is compiling a list of accessible and inclusive sport and recreation programs in the province. These will be used in a directory on our new website so that Manitobans across the province can find the programs that fit their needs. We appreciate your help in ensuring we have as much information as possible about the programs…
MODS promotes equity, diversity and inclusion in their programming. They provide integrated programs for people with disabilities. There are junior and adult level programs as well as a variety of different skill levels from beginner to advanced. To learn more information or to sign up for a team, please visit their website: https://mods.mb.ca
The Vision Impaired Resource Network (VIRN) provides a variety of different programs to people of all ages with vision impairment, their family and friends. These programs include paddling, tandem cycling, walking, hiking, curling and ice skating. The dates and locations of these programs vary depending on the event. Some common locations are the VIRN Learning Center located on the main…
Accessible Golf in Manitoba https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=05d75ZingSQ Golf Manitoba As the provincial governing body of golf, Golf Manitoba is committed to creating a safe, diverse, and welcoming environment within our organization and across our sport. As we grow to meet the needs of our many golf communities, Golf Manitoba is excited to announce the playing of the Manitoba All Abilities Championship June…
Competitive Para Cycling in Manitoba Manitoba does not have an established competitive Para Cycling, however if you are interested you can contact Cycling Canada. Here is the link to get involved https://cyclingcanada.ca/national-team/para-cycling/para-cycling-talent-id/ Para Cycling Classification Information can be found here: https://www.uci.org/para-cycling-classification/1vput0Fkn6m1aDjfMXsApg Recreational Para Cycling in Manitoba The Access Store – https://theaccessstore.com David Tweed – Owner dtweed@theaccessstore.com The Access store provides…
Manitoba Deaf Sports Association The Manitoba Deaf Sports Association offers a variety of different programs to people of all ages who are Deaf or hard of hearing. The sports they offer are curling, ball hockey, badminton, basketball, volleyball, bowling, golf and disc golf. If you are interested in one of these sports, or one that is not included, please reach…
What is Shooting Para Sport? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xn14ZbBd7Ks Shooting Para Sport in Manitoba The Manitoba Provincial Rifle Association is the Governing Body for Target Shooting in the Province of Manitoba. Shooting Para Sport is a Paralympic sport enjoyed by thousands of athletes worldwide. We utilize our facilities, along with others to provide our members with a varied shooting experience in the…
Accessible Canoe and Kayak Launches in Manitoba Manitoba Paddling Association The Manitoba Paddling Association welcomes people of all ages and abilities to participate in kayaking, canoeing and dragon boating. The Manitoba Canoe and Kayak Centre and the Winnipeg and Selkirk Canoe Kayak Centre have installed accessible canoe and kayak launches. Access to the dock is steep and may require some…
What is Wheelchair Tennis? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uKTdxygcat4 Wheelchair Tennis in Manitoba Wheelchair Tennis is run by the Manitoba Wheelchair Sports Association. Programs start up in the spring, stay tuned for more information. Membership fees for MWSA is $20 and there is a program fee of $100 to join wheelchair tennis. To register or learn more, please visit https://mwsa.ca or contact Peter Tonge…
What is Wheelchair Rugby? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSzFmlWgVsM Wheelchair Rugby in Manitoba Manitoba Wheelchair Sports Association runs Wheelchair Rugby, formerly known as Murderball (watch the super cool documentary Murderball), on Tuesday and Friday evenings at the Sport for Life Centre. Membership fees for MWSA is $20 and there is a program fee of $100 to join wheelchair rugbyl. To register or find out…