Ready, Willing and Able

 
Source: 
Getactivenow.ca

Ready, Willing & Able (RWA) is an outreach program provided by Paralympics Ontario to persons with a physical disability. It is aimed at increasing the number of individuals with disabilities that are physically active in sport and recreation.  Ready, Willing & Able provides a hands-on opportunity for individuals to try a variety of sports demonstrated by RWA Ambassadors. The following components are included in an RWA session:

  • Integrated into rehabilitation programs in hospitals and clinics, school curriculum, gym classes etc.

  • Ambassadors (athlete or coach) share their experiences and provide demonstrations

Paralympics Ontario provides all necessary equipment for interactive session

  • Opportunity for participants to interact with Ambassadors and ask questions

  • Follow up with any person with a physical disability to support further involvement in sport

For more information contact Jill Valentine at jill@paralympics.ca.