Sports Association Newsletter
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The Sports Association is dedicated to improving the lives of persons with physical disabilities through adaptive sports and recreation.
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Dear Friends of the Sports Association,
Spring has arrived and we are excited to begin our outdoor programs in May! We are planning for our annual Gaylord Gauntlet 5K obstacle race on June 26th and need volunteers! Join us and be a part of this amazing event!
This month, we began our spring session of Virtual Fitness via Zoom. This is a great way to get ready for summer sports from the comfort of your home! We are also excited to be resuming our indoor kayak classes in May.
Our new Veterans Adaptive Sports Series is offering in-person archery and golf clinics, a kayak class and virtual Mindful Resilience Yoga taught by a fellow veteran.
We continue to offer small in-person programs in archery and golf. We are following policies and procedures to keep participants as safe as possible. If you are ready for in-person programs, we encourage you to join us. If not, consider trying the Spring Virtual Fitness Series which are all offered virtually.
Feel free to contact the Sports Association at 203-284-2772 or visit our website at www.gaylord.org/sports for more information on any of our programs.
All the best,
The Sports Association
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Gaylord Gauntlet - Saturday, June 26, 2021 |
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We are very excited to welcome everyone back for the 2021 Gaylord Gauntlet! Race registration is open and we are currenlty recruiting volunteers. Our first priority this year is providing a safe experience for all racers and volunteers. We have decreased each wave by 50% and strict COVID policies will be in effect. Racers will still challenge themselves to conquer over 20 obstacles through the 5K course. All the proceeds from the event directly benefit the Gaylord Sports Association. Come support us by volunteering! Volunteer assignments include helping at obstacles, finish line area, and more! Volunteers receive a volunteer t-shirt, box lunch, and a drink ticket. We hope to see you on June 26th! |
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Paratriathlon Training Program
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We are gearing up for the 2021 Paratriathlon Training Program which is scheduled to begin in May! The application process will be opening soon. This program is a great opportunity for adaptive athletes to compete in the sport of triathlon! Athletes can choose to compete in all three legs of the race (swim, bike, run) or as part of a relay team. The program culminates with the Madison Triathlon in September. Interested athletes must apply and be selected to participate in the program. Please contact us to learn more and for application materials.
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Veterans Adaptive Sports Series
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Veterans Archery Clinic: Monday, April 12, 2:30-3:30, Gaylord Specialty Healthcare
Veterans Mindful Resilience Yoga: Wednesday, April 21, 3:00-4:00, Virtual Via Zoom
Veterans Golf Clinic: Wednesday, April 28, 3:30-4:30, Gaylord Specialty Healthcare
Veterans Kayak Class: Saturday, June 12, 1:00 - 4:00 PM, Gaylord Specialty Healthcare |
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Virtual Fitness Spring Series |
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Get ready for summer with the second round of the Gaylord Sports Association Virtual Fitness Series! This FREE 9-session virtual class series will work on your fitness, strength, flexibility and endurance! We are offering a new class this series called Full Body Fit, along with Strength and Conditioning, Yoga, Mobility and Chair One Fitness. Classes are designed for all ability levels and are offered in the seated position with various modifications available to fit each individual’s capabilities. No experience is needed, just bring your chair and be ready to get moving! Recommended equipment: chair, resistance bands, and hand weights. Classes are held on Thursday evenings April 1st through May 27th on Zoom. Register for the series or pick and choose which classes you would like to attend.
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Learn the basics of archery and practice proper archery form at our indoor range with instruction from USA Archery certified coaches. A bow will be reserved for each participant upon registration.
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Wednesday, April 14, 2021
Gaylord Specialty Healthcare
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM or
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday, May 4, 2021
Gaylord Specialty Healthcare
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM or
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM |
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Join us for some golf practice and get ready for spring. Golf clinics provide the opportunity to work with a trained PGA professional, Certified Recreation Therapists and volunteers to adapt the sport of golf, overcome barriers, and support independence. Indoor clinics will include a driving, chipping and putting station. Each golfer will practice at each station in 15 minutes increments. Beginners and returning participants are welcome and all equipment is provided. |
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Wednesday, April 28, 2021
(Full-Wait list available)
Gaylord Specialty Healthcare
Held indoors in Roncari Hall
Gaylord Specialty Healthcare
Held outdoors on South Lawn
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Join the Sports Association for a kayak class in preparation for the summer kayak season! This Adaptive Kayak Class provides the opportunity to learn or re-learn to kayak. Certified kayak instructors teach the basics of paddle strokes, kayak equipment, safety and how to adapt or modify for individual needs. Once a participant completes the class, they will be eligible to participate in open water paddles during the summer.
*This class has Essential Eligibility Requirements for participation, including COVID-19 vaccination for participants and instructors. Please contact the Sports Association for details*.
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Saturday, May 22, 2021
Gaylord Specialty Healthcare
Flagg Pool
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- To maintain as safe an enviroment as possible, COVID-19 protocols will be used for all attendees, staff and volunteers. All participants will be screened for COVID-19. Face coverings are required at all programs.
- Cost is FREE unless otherwise noted.
- Pre-registration is required for all programs.
- Clinics will have a maximum number of participants per session.
- For clinics with multiple sessions on the same day, we fill session #1 first, followed by session #2
- To register or for questions: Contact the Sports Association at 203-284-2772 or sports@gaylord.org.
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Thank you to our program sponsors! |
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About Our Program and Events
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The Gaylord Sports Association is a program of Gaylord Specialty Healthcare and is based out of Wallingford, CT. We are a chapter member of Move United. We serve adults ages 16 and up with physical disability or visual impairments and welcome new members to join us. For more information, please visit our webpage or call us at 203-284-2772.
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