• Paula Kissinger: Accessibility and Accommodations in Blind Sports

  • Jul 26 2024
  • Length: 26 mins
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Paula Kissinger: Accessibility and Accommodations in Blind Sports

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    Paula Kissinger, a visually impaired athlete, shares her experiences participating in various sports and activities. She discusses her background in horseback riding, swimming, judo, skiing, and more. Paula emphasizes the importance of finding a sport or activity that you enjoy and are passionate about, regardless of your abilities. She also highlights the need for more awareness and education about blind sports and encourages curiosity and open conversations about visual impairments.
    Takeaways
    Find a sport or activity that you enjoy and are passionate about, regardless of your abilities.
    There are various accommodations and adaptations available to make sports and activities accessible for visually impaired individuals.
    More awareness and education about blind sports is needed to foster curiosity and understanding.
    Open conversations and curiosity can help break down barriers and create a more inclusive environment for visually impaired individuals.
    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction and Announcement
    02:21 Paula's Background and Active Lifestyle
    05:22 Paula's Experience as a Blind Trail Guide
    08:11 Growing Up on an Arabian Breeding Ranch
    09:24 Involvement in Adaptive Skiing
    13:29 Discovering Sports and Activities at Camp
    14:30 The Impact of Sports on Paula's Life
    15:15 The Accessibility of Judo for Visually Impaired Individuals
    18:57 Accommodations in Cycling, Running, and Swimming
    20:27 Guides and Communication in Skiing
    24:19 Encouragement to Find Passion in Sports and Activities
    25:23 The Need for Awareness and Education in Blind Sports
    26:21 Fostering Curiosity and Open Conversations
    27:40 Closing Remarks and Gratitude
    Thank you for listening to Game Changers. If you have any questions, please let us know by giving us a call at (720)712-8856 or emailing us at feedback@aftersight.org
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