Power Soccer
About this resource
Power chair Soccer uses an oversized soccer ball around a gymnasium and in between the goal of their opposing team, using an electric wheelchair with a foot-guard on the front. Objective of the game is to use skill and teamwork to get the ball into the opposing teams net.
The game is split into 20 minute halves and includes 10 minute breaks. Who can play? Any athlete over the age of 5 years old, that can safely operate a power chair- is encouraged to play this sport.
SportAbility holds various Power Soccer events throughout the year. View the website to see upcoming Power Soccer events.
The game is split into 20 minute halves and includes 10 minute breaks. Who can play? Any athlete over the age of 5 years old, that can safely operate a power chair- is encouraged to play this sport.
SportAbility holds various Power Soccer events throughout the year. View the website to see upcoming Power Soccer events.
Details
Resource type
Community Inclusion, Leisure, Recreation, Sports
Disabilities
Acquired Brain Injury, Cerebral Palsy, Neuromuscular Disorders, Paraplegia / Quadriplegia, Physical Disability / Mobility Impairment
Age
5-70
Eligibility
Registration available online and costs associated with program
Power Soccer Metal Guard Loan Program available for those who would like to borrow power chair for the season.
- See application form and loan agreement form for further information on the website.
Power Soccer Metal Guard Loan Program available for those who would like to borrow power chair for the season.
- See application form and loan agreement form for further information on the website.
Location
Regions
Fraser South, Fraser Valley, Greater Vancouver, Thompson Okanagan, Vancouver Island Central
Cities
Nanaimo
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