WheelPower is the national charity for wheelchair sport and its our mission to support disabled people of all ages to lead healthier and more active lives through movement, activity and sport.
We understand that there are many people in our community working with people with physical disabilities, and this short online course is here to give you the knowledge and confidence in your own organisations. Time is precious which is why we have re-engineered this course content to make the very best of your limited time. Leave confident to adapt any session for wheelchair users
Upcoming Dates
- Thursday 14 May 2026 0930 – 11:30 (with Louise Hunt-Skelley)
- Thursday 30 July 2026 0930 – 11:30 (with Louise Hunt-Skelley)
- Thursday 24 September 2026 – 0930 – 1130 (with Pete Edwards)
Course Format
Will now take place in two parts. All attendees will be sent the link to the Online Training module upon signing up to the course and will be asked to complete this prior to attending the Tutor Led element.
- Part 1: Self-Guided Learning Module (45–60 minutes)
This module helps learners understand how to include people with spinal cord injuries and other physical impairments in sport and activity. It explores barriers and opportunities to participation, appropriate language, and practical off-court considerations to make activities more accessible and inclusive. - Part 2: Tutor-Led Online Course via Zoom (Approx. 2 hours)
This interactive session includes breakout discussions and insights from our tutor’s lived experience. You’ll explore inclusive sports and adaptable activities for people with physical disabilities. The course aims to build your confidence in supporting disabled people to access and enjoy sport and activity.
Who is the course suitable for?
If you are a teacher, coach, sports student, physiotherapist, or occupational therapist striving to adapt your sports session for wheelchair participants, then this training is for you.
Future Opportunities
This course will enable you to support WheelPower in the delivery of programmes and events as well as other governing bodies, organisations and clubs that provide opportunities for disabled people to participate in wheelchair sport and physical activity.
After the course each participant will be provided with further support from WheelPower Sports Team should you have additional questions, or need us to help you make contact with organisations local to you.
Cost
This training course costs us £500 to organise. We kindly ask for a donation to help cover these costs. Your support will enable us to continue providing access to sport for people with physical disabilities.
Contact
If you have any questions about this course please contact the team via sport@wheelpower.org.uk