Where to Start

Coaches are an integral part of Wheelchair Sports Alberta, and our programs would not be successful if it wasn’t for the amazing coaches that dedicate their times to our programs. To learn more about the rules and how to get involved please contact our technical director and look at the resources below.

Wheelchair Basketball
International Wheelchair Basketball Federation Website
Official Rules
Basketball Workshop

Wheelchair Tennis
International Tennis Federation – Wheelchair Website
Official Rankings
Anti-doping
Official Rules

Wheelchair Rugby
International Wheelchair Rugby Federation (IWRF) Website
Official Rules
Introduction to the Sport
Resource Package

Para Ice Hockey
Coaching Resources
Rules

Para Athletics
Coaching Resources
Rules


Additional Coaching Resources

Coaching Athletes with a Disability Coaching Association of Canada

IPC Academy online Coaching Program Para-athletes

Canadian Paralympic Committee become a coach

What is the Long-Term Athlete Development Model

Canadian Sport For Life – Coaching Athletes With a Disability

No Accidental Champions – Training Athletes With a Disability

Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES)

Doping Control – Check your medication

Doping Control – Prohibited List

CCES Medical Exemption Wizard


Has your team registered with WSA as members?
All teams must register their team members with Wheelchair Sports Alberta. To register as a member, follow this link: https://wheelchairsportsalberta.com/membership/