Wheelchair Basketball: Skill on Four Wheels

Wheelchair basketball is an exciting sport on wheels that promotes inclusion. Players without disabilities can use a wheelchair and try to score baskets in this fast-paced game. This Paralympic sport follows the rules of traditional basketball, with additional rules governing wheelchair use. Groups learn the fundamentals of wheelchair mobility and experience the game as a team.

What happens during a club or school visit?

Groups learn the fundamentals of wheelchair mobility and ball handling and experience the game as a team. This engaging session gives young people insight into living with a disability and an opportunity to strengthen their sense of teamwork. Wheelchair basketball is a particularly effective way to test and develop ball skills, coordination, and movement patterns. Experienced professional wheelchair basketball coaches lead the “Neue Sporterfahrung” sessions.

Requirements and implementation

• Participants: Young people ages 12 and older.
• Each club or school visit can include three 90-minute sessions in the gym.
• The number of participants is limited to 15–20 per session.
• The program runs from approximately 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on the club or school premises.
• Two instructors will be on-site for each club or school visit.
• We will provide the required equipment.
• The project is free of charge for your club or school.
• Each “Neue Sporterfahrung” visit is a public event, and we will send an invitation to regional media outlets.

Interested?
Register now for “Rollstuhlbasketball” so your club or school can participate.