Para-Athletics - Ontario Cerebral Palsy Sports Association

Para-athletics, commonly known as track and field, has a wide array of disciplines – both seated and standing – for athletes with a physical, visual or intellectual impairment. Contested events include running, jumping, throwing and wheeling.

The rules of Paralympic track and field are almost identical to those of the Olympics, with accommodations made for certain impairments.

In Ontario, OCPSA partners with single and multi-sport clubs to deliver para-athletics programming for all para-athletes with a specific focus on athletes with cerebral palsy.

The Power of Para-Athletics

Sport can be a transformational driver in one’s life and track and field is the foundation of physical skills. Whether it’s wheelchair racing, frame running, seated or ambulatory throwing, there’s an event option for you.

Get in the Game!

Need sport equipment to get started? Our inventory includes racing chairs and running frames. Contact us for equipment suggestions and to get outfitted!

Looking to have para-athletics in your school? Head to our schools page to learn more!

Para-Athletics Events

There are several exciting para-athletic events to explore! These include:

Track Events

100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, 1,500m, 5,000m individual races, 4x100m and 4x400m relay races

Throw Events

Shot-put, Javelin, Club Throw and Discus

Jump Events

High Jump, Long Jump, and Triple Jump

Road Events

5km, 10km, Half Marathon, and Marathon

While OCPSA doesn’t organize Para-Athletics events, we partner with multiple organizations that do excellent work in track and field. Find a club for your discipline!

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