Staffed by experienced athletes who use wheelchairs and coaches from across Iowa and Illinois, UNI Wheelchair Sports Camp allows Iowans in 3rd through 12th grade to learn and play wheelchair basketball, tennis, and track and field games. It is open to young Iowans with disabilities, whether or not they happen to use a wheelchair.
Iowa's AT program (IPAT) has been providing the camp with financial and staff support for several years, and starting last year it acquired adapted sports wheelchairs for the demo/loan center so they could be used by campers.
Camp is held each summer at the University of Northern Iowa. In addition to wheelchair sports, the program offers activities like rock climbing, movies, a dance, and talent show.
Learn more at this Uni Wheelchair Sports Camp Web page.
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