Sports Association Newsletter
July 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 the summer heats up, the Sports Association continues to offer a wide variety of sports and recreational opportunities! Cycle Club Rides, Outdoor Kayak Outings, and Waterski Clinics are on the summer schedule along with Golf and Archery Clinics.
The Sports Association is excited to announce 2 more Veterans Archery Clinics scheduled for August and September.
The Gaylord Gauntlet was a huge success with 1000 runners registered. The festival area attracted runners, families, and visitors before, during, and after the race. Hope you can join us in 2019!
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 Gaylord Gauntlet was a huge success! The event was held on June 23, 2018 and SOLD OUT with 1,000 runners registered. This includes 11 athletes with varying ability levels including spinal cord injury, limb loss, visual impairment and stroke. This year, the Sports Association Team tackled the course with adaptive athlete, Jillian Harpin! Jill utilized a special all-terrain wheelchair to navigate the course, along with a climbing harness and belayer for the high obstacles and a sled for the ground obstacles. Jill trained for months to prepare for the race, and she conquered every single obstacle with support from the Sports Association Team! Congratulations to Jill and all of the adaptive athletes who completed the course! A special thank you to the 130 volunteers who helped to make this day possible! All of the race proceeds support the Gaylord Sports Association adaptive sports programs. Check out the links below for news coverage and videos.
Additional photos can be found on the Gaylord Gauntlet Facebook page.
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For The Love Of The Game Award
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The "For the Love of the Game Award" is presented annually to an “
individual who exemplifies a tireless passion for the sport of golf”. On Monday, June 25, 2018, the "For the Love of the Game" Award was presented to John Casolo. John is a long time member of the Gaylord Sports Association Golf Club and has a tireless passion for the game of golf. John’s visual impairment has never deterred him in pursing his passion for golf – in fact at the young age of 86 (as John would say), he still regularly competes in blind golf tournaments throughout the country, including the US Blind Golf Association National Championship. Congratulations to John and we hope to see you on the course for years to come! |
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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 held 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
*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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Veterans Adaptive Archery Clinics
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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:
Thursday, August 23, 2018
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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The cycle season is underway! Come join us for a ride! First Timer Rides are designed for participants who have not participated in a cycle ride with the Sports Association. First time riders must complete a cycle club application and cycle fitting with the Sports Association prior to attending a ride. These group rides are on a closed trail, free from traffic. 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:
First Timer Ride:
Thursday, August 9th 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Cycle Club Rides:
Thursday, August 30th 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Thursday, September 20th 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Location:
450 Jarvis St
Farmington Canal Trail
Cheshire, CT
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 2:
Thursday, August 2nd- FULL
*FULL - Contact us to be placed on waiting list*
5:00-7:00 PM
Lighthouse Point, New Haven
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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Veteran's Adaptive Golf Class
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Join the Gaylord Sports Association for our Adaptive Golf Class for Veterans! This 6-week class is for veterans who want to learn the sport of golf or improve golf skills and technique. The class series will start off on the driving range with instruction on topics such as golf equipment, grip, posture, swing technique, chipping and putting. The class will progress to practice and training on the golf course. Instruction will be provided by PGA professionals and experienced volunteers who are trained in adaptive golf techniques and equipment. Beginners and experienced golfers are welcome and all equipment is provided. This program is for service members with a permanent
physical disability, visual impairment or PTSD. |
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Dates: 6-Week Class
Wednesdays, July 25, 2018 through September 5, 2018 (no class on 8/8).
Time:
1:00-3:00 PM
Location:
Sleeping Giant Golf Course, Hamden
Cost is Free!
Advanced registration is required.
Please call 203-284-2772 for more information.
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Adaptive Waterski Clinics
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Adaptive water ski clinics offer participants with a physical disability the opportunity to try, learn, and progress in this fast and exciting water sport. Instruction is provided by USA Waterski Certified instructors, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists, and expert water skiers. We welcome both new and experienced skiers to enjoy a day of water skiing. Interested participants must provide an MD note, pass a water safety test, and meet all essential eligibility requirements. For more information on eligibility, please see the FAQ's on our
webpage or give us a call! There is no cost to participants. |
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Dates:
Saturday, July 28, 2018
*FULL - Contact us to be placed on waiting list*
Saturday, August 25, 2018
Time:
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Location:
Pachaug Pond
Griswold, CT
Cost is Free!
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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Date:
Tuesday, August 7, 2018
Time:
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Location:
Gaylord Hospital
South Lawn
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 clinic 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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Date:
Tuesday, August 14, 2018
Time:
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Location:
Gaylord Hospital
South Lawn
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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