Equestrian Canada (EC) is pleased to announce two Para-Equestrian Classification Hubs to be held in British Columbia and Alberta in early 2019.
British Columbia Para-Equestrian Classification Hub
When: Feb. 2, 2019
Where: North Fraser Therapeutic Riding Association – 13345 Park Ln., Maple Ridge, BC, V4R 2T1
Cost: $150
Registration Deadline: Jan. 18, 2019
Alberta Para-Equestrian Classification Hub
When: March 2, 2019
Where: Peace Area Riding for the Disabled Society (PARDS) – 710009 Range Rd. 55, Grande Prairie County No. 1, AB, T8W 5A7
Cost: $150
Registration Deadline: Feb. 15, 2019
Reminder: There are two upcoming Classification Hubs scheduled in eastern Canada, as well:
Quebec Para-Equestrian Classification Hub
When: Jan. 19, 2019
Where: Cheval Québec – 4545, avenue Pierre-De Coubertin, Montréal, QC, H1V 0B2
Cost: $150
Registration Deadline: Jan. 7, 2019
Ontario Para-Equestrian Classification Hub
When: Feb. 2, 2019
Where: Ontario Equestrian – 201-1 West Pearce St., Richmond Hill, ON, L4B 3K3
Cost: $150
Registration Deadline: Jan. 7, 2019
Classification is available to athletes who are actively competing at the EC Bronze level and are ready to progress to Silver and Gold. Athletes must have a recognized medical condition resulting in an impairment that can be measured objectively.
Please note, not all athletes who have an impairment are eligible for classification. For example, a symptom such as lax ligaments, general pain, or an impairment that changes from day-to-day is not classifiable. In addition, riders must have more than a 15% loss of power, range or coordination in any limb or the trunk to be eligible for classification.
Athletes are responsible for their own travel costs, and must bring one person with them into the classification session. It is strongly recommended that they bring their coach if they are available, so any compensating aids can be discussed with the classifier.
Those interested in participating in the Classification Hub are encouraged to request a classification package. The package must be completed by the athlete, as well as their coach and medical doctor, and returned to EC no later than the registration deadline noted for each Classification Hub. To request a package, contact:
Jamie-Ann Goodfellow
Coordinator, Para-Dressage
jgoodfellow@equestrian.ca
1-866-282-8395 x 146
The Classification Advisory Group will review the documentation and the athlete will be notified if they are eligible for classification.
For more information on para-equestrian classification, click here.
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