Team Alberta
At the 2019 Western Canada Summer Games, WSA had an impressive medal count thank to our athletes. With 3 gold medals, 4 silvers and 2 bronze, Team Alberta was well represented! Join a program with a history of excellence today.
We partner with Athletics Alberta to work together to support para athletics athletes. WSA supports 7 different classifications for athletes.
What’s in the game?
Reach speeds of well over 30 kms/hr in specially designed chairs built for track and road racing events! In this exciting sport, athletes take part in sprint distances of 100 m, 200 m and 400 m, middle distances of 800 m and 1500 m, long distances of 5000 m and 10,000 m and relay races of 4 x 100 m and 4 x 400 m. There are also road events which include the half and full marathon. The variety of event and physical requirements of para-athletics means athletes build excellent muscular endurance and stamina while competing in multiple events over long distances.
Athletes can also compete in throwing events such as shotput, discus, and javelin, all from a seated position. Athletes use specialty throwing chairs designed specifically for the sports.
Click the logo below to learn more about para-athletics from ASAA, Athletics Canada, and Athletics Alberta.
Athlete Classification
Para-racing has been a part of the Paralympics since 1960 and to ensure fair competition in international events, a classification system is used. This system divides athletes into categories based upon the type and level of disability. Spinal cord or amputee athletes and cerebral palsy athletes have different guidelines specified under IPC Athletics rules. These categories will also take into account restrictions in movement of certain limbs or muscle groups.
Get Involved
To become an athlete make sure you register as a member with WSA.
Club Affiliations
For a full list of Clubs please visit Athletics Alberta: