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Physical Education Modifications for Wheelchair Users
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Cycling (Hand Cycling)
Utilize handcycles with supportive seating and multiple gear options
Fencing
Athletes fence while seated and the chair is anchored to the ground
Rugby
Play wheelchair rugby with a volleyball in a marked-out court
Boccia
Play seated on a flat surface and use ramps to roll the balls
Weightlifting
Use free weights or machines that are accessible from a seated position
Golf
Use a golf cart adapted for wheelchair access and modified golf clubs
Horseback Riding (Para-equestrian)
Use special mounting ramps and modified saddles
Archery
Use a bow mount for the wheelchair and assistive release aids
Track Racing
Use racing wheelchairs and modify the track surface
Table Tennis
Allow the ball to bounce more than once and adjust the table height if necessary
Tennis
Allow two bounces of the ball and use lighter rackets
Swimming
Install pool ramps and offer flotation devices
Bowling
Use a ramp to roll the ball and modify the weight of the bowling ball
Shot Put
Throw from a seated position using a lighter shot
Basketball
Use a lower basketball hoop and a lighter ball
Volleyball (Sitting Volleyball)
The net is lower and the court is smaller
Sailing
Use adaptive boats with servo controls and seating support
Soccer
Play powerchair soccer with an oversized ball
Dance
Adapt choreography to upper body movements and seated positions
Badminton
The court is smaller and the net may be lowered
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