Extreme Wheelchair SportsWheelchair sports cover the spectrum from basketball to tennis and racing to golf. Yet, extreme wheelchair sports have earned respect and distinction in the disabled mobility sports arena.These athletes have served as role models of achievement and inspired others to take on challenges they otherwise would not have considered. Power wheelchair racing and chairing is growing in popularity and includes rail riding, stunting and street rides with ramps and other obstacles. Organized clubs and events are heightening awareness and attracting more athletes to test their abilities with the sport. Adaptive snow skiing is another extreme sport that you can find in popular ski destinations. The most common types of adaptive ski techniques are two/four-track skiing, three-track skiing, mono-skiing and bi-skiing. Contact ski resorts and area organization to learn about events, coaching and competition requirements. Other extreme sports activities include skateboarding, surfing, snowboarding, jousting, and jumping. An internet search will yield clubs, events and contacts in your area if you are interested in testing the limits as an extreme sports athlete. Related ArticlesExtreme Wheelchair and Other SportsWorld Wheelchair Sports Organization Wheelchair Rugby Return to HOME page Share Your Comments!We welcome your insights about what you just read. Please leave a comment in the box below. |
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