You are invited to join APC Webinar series

The series of webinars have been designed to support the development of the Paralympic Movement in the region, sharing knowledge and expertise with NPCs, Athletes and future Asian Para Games organisers on various topics.

Asian Paralympic Committee
Webinar Series

01

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Sport: Para Powerlifting

Date: Thursday, 27 August 2020

Time: 10:00AM, Dubai (06:00 GMT)

Duration: 45 minutes

Topic: Introduction to Lift Educational Video Database

International Federation: World Para Powerlifting (WPPO)

Presenter: Mr. Dillon Richardson
Performance & Development Manager
World Para Powerlifting

The World Para Powerlifting Lift Educational Video Database is a development and education tool that features thousands of athlete competition lift videos filmed from technical angles and tagged with performance data.
The channel allows athletes, coaches, technical officials and other stakeholders, from the grassroots to high performance level, the opportunity to review and study lift attempts.
The channel, available to Para powerlifting stakeholders at no cost.
This webinar introduces LiftED, its benefits and how to use it.

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Sport: Para Sailing

Date: Tuesday, 08 September 2020

Time: 12:00 PM, Dubai (08:00 GMT)

Duration: 45 minutes

Topic: Introduction to Para Sailing

International Federation: World Sailing

Presenter: Mr. Massimo Dighe
Para World Sailing Manager
World Sailing

Sailing is one of a very few sports where all types and degrees of disabilities can compete on an even playing field. Para sailing provides equity, opportunity to excel and empowerment for sailors with disabilities. The Introduction to Para Sailing session will provide a full overview of the discipline, covering aspects from sailing for the first time to equipment and adaptations to suit different requirements.
The Para Sailing Development Programme, a World Sailing initiative that looks to develop the sport in new and emerging nations by providing expert guidance and resources will be presented with insight into opportunities for attendees shared.

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Sport: Para Dance Sport

Date: Wednesday, 16 September 2020

Time: 03:00PM, Dubai (11:00 GMT)

Duration: 40 minutes

Topic: What is Para Dance Sport?

International Federation: World Para Dance Sport (WPDS)

Presenter: Ms. Maria del Carmen Legaspi
Para Dance Sport Technical Member & Head of Competition and Officiating
World Para Dance Sport

What is Para Dance
The dance styles (combi, duo etc.)
Dancing with the wheelchair
The movements etc.

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Sport: CP Football

Date: Wednesday, 23 September 2020

Time: 01:00 PM, Dubai (09:00 GMT)

Duration: 60 minutes

Topic: Introduction to CP Football

International Federation: International Federation of Cerebral Palsy Football (IFCPF)

Presenter: Mr. Sam Turner
CEO / Secretary General
IFCPF

This session provides an introduction to Cerebral Palsy Football, and the support available from the International Federation of CP Football (IFCPF)

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Sport: Wheelchair Rugby

Date: Thursday, 01 October 2020

Time: 09:00AM, Dubai (05:00 GMT)

Duration: 60 minutes

Topic: Introduction to the Wheelchair Rugby Sport

International Federation: International Wheelchair Rugby Federation (IWRF)

Presenter: Dr. Cherie Harris
Development Commissioner
IWRF

This session introduces the sport to those wanting to play, coach, officiate or volunteer. Basic classification will be covered and some coaching tips to get started.

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Sport: Para Rowing

Date: Wednesday, 07 October 2020

Time: 12:00PM, Dubai (08:00 GMT)

Duration: 90 minutes

Topic: Introduction to the Para Rowing Sport

International Federation: World Rowing Federation (FISA)

Presenter: Mr.Simon Goodey (Para Coach Education Director) and
Ms. Ella Willott (Coach Educator)

Providing an overview of para rowing and it’s sport classes, and key information on how to identify which impairments and which athletes might be successful in para rowing.                                                                                                                                                      

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Sport: Para Shooting

Date: Wednesday, 14 October 2020

Time: 12:00PM, Dubai (08:00 GMT)

Duration: 30 minutes

Topic: Creating a shooting Para sport programme

International Federation: World Shooting Para Sport (WSPS)

Presenter: Mr. Tyler Anderson
World Shooting Para Sport Senior Manager

This session is aimed at NPCs, Coaches, and Athletes looking to start a shooting Para sport programme

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Sport: Sport Law

Date: Wednesday, 21 October 2020

Time: 12:00PM, Dubai (08:00 GMT)

Duration: 45 minutes

Topic: Legal Implications of Covid-19 on Parasports and Planning Strategy

International Federation: Asian Paralympic Committee (APC)

Presenter: Mr. Damir Valeev
Asian Paralympic Committee Legal & Ethics Committee member

This APC Webinar is aimed at outlining the legal implications of the COVID-19 on processes and events of Paralympic community in Asia and strategic legal planning addressing the challenges new reality poses, both from regulatory and commercial perspectives.

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Sport: Wheelchair Fencing

Date: Monday, 26 October 2020

Time: 12:00PM, Dubai (08:00 GMT)

Duration: 60 minutes

Topic: Introduction to the Wheelchair Fencing Sport

International Federation: International Wheelchair and Amputee Sports Federation (IWAS)

Presenter: Mr. Alberto Cruz
IWAS Wheelchair Fencing Development Officer

History of IWAS and IWAS sport
Classification and sport: the weapons, competition (individual and team events), the equipment.

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Sport: Wheelchair Rugby

Date: Thursday, 22 October 2020​

Time: 12:00PM, Dubai (08:00 GMT)

Duration: 40 minutes

Topic: Introduction to Bidding and Hosting Competition

International Federation: International Wheelchair Rugby Federation (IWRF)

Presenter: Mr. Tim Johnson
IWRF Competitions Committee and Technical Delegate

A guide to bidding for and hosting development or regional level sanctioned IWRF tournaments. Basic competition guidelines. What showcasing Wheelchair Rugby can bring to your nation. Leverage and Legacy.

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Sport: Para Sailing

Date: Wednesday, 04 November 2020

Time: 01:00PM, Dubai (09:00 GMT)

Duration: 60 minutes

Topic: Sailing equipment and adaptations

International Federation: World Sailing

Presenter: Mr. Massimo Dighe
Para World Sailing Manager, World Sailing
Mr. Rob Holden Training Delivery Manager, World Sailing

This session provides potential coaches, technical officials with information package about sailing equipment and how to adapt existent equipment for the need of sailors with disabilities. Overview of Coaching support.

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Sport: Wheelchair Dance Sport

Date: Wednesday, 11 November 2020​

Time: 3:00PM, Dubai (11:00 GMT)

Duration: 40 minutes

Topic: Technical Considerations

International Federation: World Para Dance Sport (WPDS)

Presenter: Ms. Maria del Carmen Legaspi
Para Dance Sport Technical Member & Head of Competition and Officiating World Para Dance Sport

Freestyle/ Showdance categories: Single, Combi and Duo

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Sport: Para Badminton

Date: Wednesday, 18 November 2020

Time: 12:00PM, Dubai (08:00 GMT)

Duration: 60 minutes

Topic: Para Badminton Overview & National Development

International Federation: BWF

Presenter: Mr. John Shearer
BWF Senior Development Manager

This session provides coaches and national coordinators with an overview of Para badminton, the key focus areas of the Badminton World Federation and support programs available to National Paralympic Committees and National Badminton Federations, that are interested in developing Para badminton nationally. 

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Sport: Para Swimming

Date: Wednesday, 25 November 2020​

Time: 01:00PM, Dubai (09:00 GMT)

Duration: 40 minutes

Topic: World Para Swimming - An introduction to the Sport

International Federation: WPS

Presenter: Ms. Susan Prasad
WPS Head of Technical Control and Officiating

This session provides potential athletes, coaches, technical officials with information about the sport and where to find further information.

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Sport: Wheelchair Rugby

Date: Thursday, 10 December 2020

Time: 12:00PM, Dubai (08:00 GMT)

Duration: 40 minutes

Topic: Introduction to technical aspects of Wheelchair Rugby

International Federation: International Wheelchair Rugby Federation (IWRF)

Presenter: Ms. Katie Bourke
IWRF Level 4 International Classifier
Mr. Jon Corson
IWRF Deputy Chair of the Technical Committee & International Technical Delegate

This session provides more insights into the rules and technical aspects of officiating for those interested in playing wheelchair rugby or starting to officiate the game.

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Sport: Teqball

Date: Monday, 14 December 2020

Time: 12:00PM, Dubai (08:00 GMT)

Duration: 40 minutes

Topic:

International Federation: FITEQ

Presenter: will update soon

will update soon

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Sport: CP Sports

Date: Monday, 21 December 2020

Time: 02:00PM, Dubai (10:00 GMT)

Duration: 40 minutes

Topic: Cerebral Palsy and Sport Awareness

International Federation: CPISRA

Presenter: Lauren McAllister

This session describes the different types of cerebral palsy and the various impairments that can be experienced. It will also cover suitable sports for people with cerebral palsy and barriers to sport that may be experienced

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Sport: FrameRunning

Date: Thursday, 07 January 2021

Time: 12:00PM, Dubai (08:00 GMT)

Duration: 40 minutes

Topic: Introduction to FrameRunning

International Federation: CPISRA

Presenter: Mr. Craig Carscadden
Chief Executive of CPISRA

Introduction to FrameRunning

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Sport: Para Football (Various formats)

Date: Wednesday, 20 January 2021

Time: 01:00PM, Dubai (09:00 GMT)

Duration: 40 minutes

Topic: Introduction to Para Football

International Federation: Para Football

Presenter: Mr. Sam Turner
Co-Founder of Para Football

This session provides an introduction to the new worldwide body and foundation called Para Football, established to develop, raise awareness and bring together football opportunities for persons with disabilities.

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Sport: Para Badminton

Date: Wednesday, 27 January 2021

Time: 12:00PM, Dubai (08:00 GMT)

Duration: 60 minutes

Topic: Para badminton events and classification

International Federation: BWF

Presenters: Syahmi Sabron
BWF Junior Tournament Series Manager &
Dr. Shamsul Azhar Shah
BWF Head of Classification

This session provides coaches, national co-ordinators and event organisers with an overview of the BWF Para Badminton events structure and classification process. The session will also provide information for countries interested in organising Para badminton tournaments at a national or international level.

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Sport: Epidemiology of Sport Injuries and Injury Prevention Strategies

Date: Wednesday, 03 February 2021

Time: 12:30PM, Dubai (08:30 GMT)

Duration: 40 minutes

Topic: Epidemiology of Sport Injuries and Injury Prevention Strategies in Para Taekwondo

International Federation: I.R Iran National Paralympic Academy

Presenter: Ms. Sara Khoshjamal Fekri Olympian and researcher of Iran’s Paralympic Academy

1. Epidemiology of sport injuries
2. Rate of injury in Paralympic sports
3. Risk assessment of factors related to injury
4. Introduction of injury prevention strategies
5. Introduction of the protocols for injury prevention exercises

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Sport: Wheelchair Fencing

Date: Tuesday, 09 February 2021

Time: 12:00PM, Dubai (08:00 GMT)

Duration: 40 minutes

Topic: IWAS Anti-Doping

International Federation: IWAS

Presenters: Dr. Guzel Idrisova

will update soon

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Sport: Para Sailing

Date: Wednesday, 17 February 2021

Time: 01:00PM, Dubai (09:00 GMT)

Duration: 40 minutes

Topic: Functional Classification in Sailing

International Federation: World Sailing

Presenters: Mr. Massimo Dighe
Para Sailing Manager, World Sailing
&
Dr. Bernard Destrubé (FRA) World Sailing Head of Classification

This session provides potential coaches, technical officials with information about functional classification in Sailing and differeht disabilities involved in our sport.

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Sport: Wheelchair Dance Sport

Date: Wednesday, 24 February 2021

Time: 04:00PM, Dubai (12:00 GMT)

Duration: 40 minutes

Topic: Exercises for different types of injuries

International Federation: WPDS

Presenter: Ms. Maria del Carmen Legaspi
Para Dance Sport Technical Member & Head of Competition and Officiating World Para Dance Sport

TBD

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Sport: Para Swimming

Date: Wednesday, 03 March 2021

Time: 01:00PM, Dubai (09:00 GMT)

Duration: 60 minutes

Target Group: Technical Officials, those interested in becoming a technical official & Everyone is welcome to collect information

Topic: An introduction to para swimming officiating

International Federation: WPS

Presenters: Sue Prasad

This session provides information for potential candidates on how to get involved with WPS officiating. This will give a better understanding of the steps, levels of officiating and opportunities available for the candidates.

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Sport: Para Shooting

Date: Wednesday, 10 March 2021

Time: 11:00AM, Dubai (07:00 GMT)

Duration: 40 minutes

Target Group: Athletes, Coaches & Everyone is welcome to collect information

Topic: Building a successful shooting Para sport programme

International Federation: World Shooting Para Sport (WSPS)

Presenter: Mr. Tyler Anderson
World Shooting Para Sport Senior Manager

This session is aimed at NPCs, Coaches, and Athletes looking to enhance their existing shooting Para sport programme

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Sport: Judo

Date: Wednesday, 17 March 2021

Time: 12:30PM, Dubai (08:30 GMT)

Duration: 40 minutes

Target Group: Athletes, Coaches & Everyone is welcome to collect information

Topic: Epidemiology of Sport Injuries and Injury Prevention Strategies in VI Judo

International Federation: I.R Iran National Paralympic Academy

Presenter: Dr. Mohammadreza Mahmoudkhani

1. Epidemiology of sport injuries
2. Rate of injury in Paralympic sports
3. Risk assessment of factors related to injury
4. Introduction of injury prevention strategies
5. Introduction of the protocols for injury prevention exercises

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Sport: Para Powerlifting

Date: Wednesday, 24 March 2021

Time: 12:30PM, Dubai (08:30 GMT)

Duration: 40 minutes

Target Group: Athletes, Coaches & Everyone is welcome to collect information​

Topic: Epidemiology of Sport Injuries and Injury Prevention Strategies in Para Powerlifting

International Federation: I.R Iran National Paralympic Academy

Presenters: Dr. Alireza Nasirzadeh

1. Epidemiology of sport injuries
2. Rate of injury in Paralympic sports
3. Risk assessment of factors related to injury
4. Introduction of injury prevention strategies
5. Introduction of the protocols for injury prevention exercises

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Sport: Para Athletics

Date: Wednesday, 31 March 2021

Time: 12:30PM, Dubai (08:30 GMT)

Duration: 40 minutes

Target Group: Athletes, Coaches & Everyone is welcome to collect information​

Topic: Epidemiology of Sport Injuries and Injury Prevention Strategies in Para Athletics

International Federation: I.R Iran National Paralympic Academy

Presenter: Dr. Shirin Yazdani

1. Epidemiology of sport injuries
2. Rate of injury in Paralympic sports
3. Risk assessment of factors related to injury
4. Introduction of injury prevention strategies
5. Introduction of the protocols for injury prevention exercises

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Sport: Archery

Date: Wednesday, 07 April 2021

Time: 12:30PM, Dubai (08:30 GMT)

Duration: 40 minutes

Target Group: Athletes, Coaches & Everyone is welcome to collect information​

Topic: Epidemiology of Sport Injuries and Injury Prevention Strategies in Para Archery

International Federation: I.R Iran National Paralympic Academy

Presenters: Dr. Shadan Mohammadpour

1. Epidemiology of sport injuries
2. Rate of injury in Paralympic sports
3. Risk assessment of factors related to injury
4. Introduction of injury prevention strategies
5. Introduction of the protocols for injury prevention exercises

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Sport: Sitting Volleyball

Date: Wednesday, 14 April 2021

Time: 12:30PM, Dubai (08:30 GMT)

Duration: 40 minutes

Target Group: Athletes, Coaches & Everyone is welcome to collect information​

Topic: Epidemiology of Sport Injuries and Injury Prevention Strategies in sitting Volleyball

International Federation: I.R Iran National Paralympic Academy

Presenter: Dr. Mohammad Karimizadeh

1. Epidemiology of sport injuries
2. Rate of injury in Paralympic sports
3. Risk assessment of factors related to injury
4. Introduction of injury prevention strategies
5. Introduction of the protocols for injury prevention exercises