Who We Are...
We are a non-profit organization, based
out of Calgary Alberta Canada, that provides a variety of recreational and
competitive sport opportunities to wheelchair athletes, coaches and
volunteers. Our mission is to facilitate sport opportunities from the
developmental to the elite level of participation, in the areas of athletic
competition, technical development, leadership, and integration.
Our Organization
UWCSF is governed by a board of directors, comprised of
volunteers, which oversee the day-to-day operations of the organization. The Board
of Directors is comprised of representatives from a variety of sports. Our organization also includes Sports Coordinators who oversee specific
sports and coaches to coach these sports.
UWCSF Beliefs
People in wheelchairs should have the same access to sport opportunities
Wheelchair sport is important because of the intrinsic and extrinsic benefits to the participants
Wheelchair athletes should be recognized
for their ability, not disability
To support all levels of athletes and
coaches, from elite national team members to
recreational participants
UWCSF Goals:
To promote opportunities in
wheelchair sport
To promote awareness and acceptance
of wheelchair athletes
To promote inclusion of wheelchair
athletes
To support all levels of athletes and
coaches, from elite national team members to
recreational participants
Services...
CWAS administers a variety of programs.
CLUB REQUEST PROGRAM: UWCSF has a positive working relationship
with other sports clubs in Calgary. We assist in the recruitment of disabled
athletes for a broad variety of sports and attempt to match individuals with
the appropriate sports clubs that provide the programming they have interest
in.
COACHING & OFFICIATING PROGRAM: UWCSF aids in the development of
new and experienced coaches and officials who require assistance to further
their training.
Services... UWCSF administers a variety of programs.
EQUIPMENT RENTAL PROGRAM:
UWCSF rents specialized equipment to its members for a small fee.
We loan racing and sport chairs, rollers,
and sports equipment to developing athletes so that no one is
excluded from participating in sport.
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM:
UWCSF
provides financial assistance to both our developing and elite athletes. Our scholarships and
bursaries assist athletes in training, competition, and equipment
expenses.
TRAINING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (TAP): The TAP
program provides assistance for athletes to attend approved UWCSF training and development
camps, clinics and workshops.
