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Disability Athletics

Nathan Stephens
 

It is UK Athletics’ policy to work towards a fully integrated sport where information relating to athletics is accessible for both Olympic and Paralympic athletes.


This is why when looking for information on www.ukathletics.net for items such as selection policies, world class programmes and athlete profiles, all information can be located in the same section.


Libby Clegg & Lincoln Asquith

Contacts - visit this section for an essential list of key contacts in regions and home countries who can help you get started in the sport.

 

A History of Paralympic Sport - background information

 

London 2012 - up to date news and information on our home Paralympic Games

 

Disability Discrimination Act - all you need to know about essential laws and guidelines in this area.

 

Classifications - information of classifications used in disability athletics.

 

Terminology - Please download the following PDF for the essential guide on terminolgy, language and communicating our sport.

 

 

Other links of use

 

For ease of use however, the following documents/pages can also be accessed directly by clicking on the hyperlinks below.


UK Athletics Accessibility Statement


Disability Key Event calendar 2007-2008


World Class Podium Funded Athletes


World Class Development Funded Athletes


Paralympic Games Selection Criteria