Sports Association Newsletter
August 2018
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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,
As fall approaches, the Sports Association continues to offer a wide variety of sports and recreational opportunities! Cycle Club Rides, Outdoor Kayak Outings and Golf Clinics are on the schedule. Don't miss the Boccia Open Play Nights beginning in October.
The Sports Association is continuing to expand our Veterans programs with another Veterans Archery Clinic scheduled for September 26, 2018.
Come on out and try a new activity or get back into your favorite sport!
To get involved, contact the Sports Association at 203-284-2772 or visit our website at
www.gaylord.org/sports for more information. We hope to see you soon!
-The Sports Association
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The 2018 waterski clinics were a huge success! Participants traveled to Pachaug Pond in Griswold, CT for a day of waterskiing and fun in July and August. A total of 15 skiiers took part in the two clinics. Good job, skiers! Thank you volunteers! Hope to see you all next summer! To view photos from the clinics, click
here.
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The Gaylord Sports Association Wolfpack Sled Hockey Team participated in Camp No Limits at Quinnipiac University on July 14, 2018. This sports camp for youth with limb loss is organized by Quinnipiac University. This year, almost 30 youth took part in the sled hockey clinic and then campers watched the Wolfpack play a spirited game against the NY Rangers Sled Hockey Team. The Sports Association looks forward to participating in this annual event again in 2019.
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Veterans Fishing Tournament - Candlewood Lake
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Join the Sports Association, the Major Steven Roy Andrews Fishing Outreach Program, and Connecticut Bass Nation for the annual Lake Fishing Tournament for disabled veterans at Candlewood Lake in Danbury. The tournament will consist of approximately 6 hours of fishing, a weigh-in, and an awards luncheon. Each veteran will be paired with an experienced boat captain. All fishing equipment, life jackets, a light breakfast, snacks, and the award luncheon are included in this day on the water. This event is open to service members and veterans who have a permanent physical disability, visual impairment or diagnosed PTSD. |
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Date:
Tuesday, September 18, 2018
*FULL - Contact us to be placed on waiting list*
Time:
7:00 AM- 4:00 PM
Location:
Candlewood Town Park
47 Hayestown Rd
Danbury, CT
Registration Deadline:
Friday, August 31, 2018
Registration is required
For an appplication and more information, please contact the Sports Association at 203-284-2772 or sports@gaylord.org. |
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Paratriathlon - Dave Parcells Madison Triathlon
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The Paratriathlon Training Program is underway and race day is almost here! Six athletes and guides will be competing in the Dave Parcells Madison Triathlon on September 8, 2018. Come out and cheer for these dedicated athletes! |
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Date:
Saturday, September 8, 2018
Times:
6:45 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: Madison Surf Club
Surf Club Rd
Madison, CT
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2018 CT Classic Wheelchair Rugby Tournament
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*Now recruiting volunteers and sponsors for this event!
Contact us for details.* |
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Veterans Adaptive Archery Clinic
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Join the Sports Association for another Veterans Archery Clinic! This clinic will provide the opportunity to learn about and participate in this sport of skill and accuracy. Instruction will be provided by a Level 4 certified USA Archery Coach as well as Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists. This clinic is appropriate for individuals ranging from beginner to advanced skill levels and provides standard archery equipment, adaptive archery equipment, and instruction. This program is for service members with a permanent physical disability, visual impairment or PTSD. |
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Dates:
Wednesday, September 26, 2018
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Gaylord Hospital
South Lawn
Wallingford, CT
Cost is FREE. Advanced registration is required. To register please contact the Sports Association at 203-284-2772 or sports@gaylord.org.
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Our cycle rides are coming to a close, but we have one more ride left in September! Cycle club rides are designed to be enjoyable for riders of all abilities, so each ride may break into several groups based on ability, speed & distance desired. All cyclists and volunteers must register for each ride by calling the Sports Association at 203-284-2772.
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Dates:
Cycle Club Rides:
Thursday, September 20th
4:00 - 6:00 PM - FULL!
Location:
450 Jarvis St
Farmington Canal Trail
Cheshire, CT
*FULL - Contact us to be placed on waiting list*
Cost is Free!
Advanced registration is required. Please call 203-284-2772 for more information and to register. |
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Experience the freedom of the open water during a Sports Association Adaptive Kayak Outing. Kayak Outings are for individuals who have completed the Sports Association’s Kayak Class Series and would like to take their skills to the next level and just enjoy an outdoor kayak experience. Outings include all the necessary equipment and guidance from both American Canoe Association certified instructors and Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists. Outings are offered during the summer months and take place either on saltwater out of Lighthouse Point or on freshwater at Wintergreen Lake. Kayaking is not only a great fitness activity, it’s an opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, socialize, watch for wildlife, relax and just have fun!
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Dates & Times:
Outing 3:
Thursday, September 6th - FULL
*FULL - Contact us to be placed on waiting list*
4:00 - 6:00 PM
Wintergreen Lake, New Haven
Cost: $10.00 per outing- due prior to outing!
Advanced registration is required. Please call 203-284-2772 for more information and to register.
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The Sports Association Adaptive Golf Clinics at Gaylord Hospital are designed to provide adult golfers with physical disabilities and visual impairments the opportunity to work with a trained professional to adapt the sport of golf and overcome barriers. Participants will receive instruction from golf professionals as well as Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists to give the best possible instruction and support independence. Beginners and returning participants are welcome and all equipment is provided. |
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Dates:
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
(South Lawn-outdoors)
Tuesday, October 23, 2018
(Roncari Hall-indoors)
Tuesday, November 6, 2018
(Roncari Hall-indoors)
Time:
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Location:
Gaylord Hospital
Cost is Free!
Advanced registration is required. Please call 203-284-2772 for more information and to register. |
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Come and try this sport of skill and accuracy by registering for an Adaptive Archery Clinic! These clinics are designed for individuals with a physical disability or visual impairment to learn about and participate in the sport of archery. Participants will receive instruction from a level IV Certified USA Archery Coach as well as Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists to give the best possible instruction and support independence. Both beginners and advanced archers are welcome and all equipment is provided.
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Dates:
Thursday, October 11, 2018
Thursday, November 8, 2018
Thursday, December 6, 2018
Time:
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Location:
Gaylord Hospital
Roncari Hall
2nd Floor Jackson Pavilion
Cost is Free!
Advanced registration is required. Please call 203-284-2772 for more information and to register. |
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Come and join us at a Boccia Open Play Night! Experience the precision and strategy of this throwing sport. These open play nights are for all individuals regardless of ability. The October event will feature a brief clinic followed by open play. The other dates will feature warmups, training and strategy drills, and team play. Learn techniques and play with a spirited group of experienced boccia players.
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Dates:
Tuesday, October 16, 2018
(Clinic and Open Play)
Tuesday, November 13, 2018
Tuesday, December 11, 2018
Time:
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Location:
Gaylord Hospital
Roncari Hall
2nd Floor Jackson Pavilion
Cost is Free!
Advanced registration is required. Please call 203-284-2772 for more information and to register. |
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About Our Program and Events
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The Sports Association is a program of Gaylord Hospital and is based out of Wallingford, CT. We are a Paralympic Sport Club and chapter member of Disabled Sports USA. We serve adults with physical disabilities and visual impairments and welcome new members to join us. All programs require registration and some programs have registration deadlines. We recommend early registration since some programs fill quickly. Call us at 203-284-2772 with any questions or to register. Most events are free unless otherwise noted.
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