Sports Association Newsletter
November 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,
Winter is right around the corner and Sports Association is putting the finishing touches on the winter schedule. We will continue to offer archery, yoga, and boccia through December. We are excited to invite you to our Skiing Discovery Night on Thursday, Dec. 13, 2018 where you can learn all about our winter ski trips!
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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Gaylord Wolfpack vs Choate Boys and Girls Varsity Hockey Team Fundraiser Sled Hockey Game
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The 3rd Annual Choate Charity Sled Hockey Game was held on Sunday, November 4th at the Remsen Arena at Choate in Wallingford, CT. The Choate varsity girls and boys hockey teams had the opportunity to try sled hockey alongside the Gaylord Wolfpack Sled Hockey Team. Everyone had a great time and the event was a success, raising over $3000 for the team! We would like to thank Choate students, Christina and Effie Tournas who helped organize this event. Thank you to everyone who supported this event! |
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The 2019 winter ski season is right around the corner and the Sports Association would like to invite you to our Skiing Discovery Night! Join us and learn about adaptive skiing and the Sports Association Ski Club.
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Date:
Thursday, December 13, 2018
Time:
6:00-7:30 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 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, 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. Open play nights are for all individuals regardless of ability. This event 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, 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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Come take part in Gaylord Sports Association’s seated yoga class! Yoga leads to many benefits including improved flexibility, circulation, posture, and strength. Practicing adaptive yoga can be modified for any participant, including those recovering from strokes, surgery, MS and arthritis and is open to individuals with physical disabilities or visual impairments.
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Dates:
Thursday, December 20, 2018
Time:
3:00 PM to 4:00 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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