Camp Activities
Basketball
Basketball is an easily accessible sport for athletes to play in their communities at home, as well as an activity often taught in physical education class. Camp Abilities instructs athletes in basketball skills, as well as teaches athletes to advocate for adaptations they might need to play back home.
Coach taps basket hoop for directional assistance while athlete shoots the basketball. (Alt text coming soon)
Soccer
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Blind soccer is an adapted activity using bells in the soccer ball and beepers for each athlete to wear to indicate their location.
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Athletes kicking adaptive soccer ball toward goalie/coach. (Alt text coming soon.)
Rock Climbing
Athletes climb an indoor rock wall.
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Rock climbing is an adventure-based physical activity that increases full body muscular strength. Participation in rock climbing and other adventure-based activities in a supportive environment allows athletes to gain confidence and conquer fears.
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Hiking
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Camp Abilities Four Corners takes advantage of the hiking opportunities available in our local area. Athletes work on orientation and mobility skills while exploring trails in Flagstaff.
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An athlete uses a specialized cane to explore a trail system.
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Swimming
Coaches team with athletes at lake beach. (Alt text coming soon)
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Swimming is a lifetime fitness activity that athletes with visual impairments can participate in independently in their communities. Camp Abilities teaches athletes to build swimming endurance while also developing their stroke skills.
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Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Stand up paddle boarding, also known as SUP, is a popular water sport activity that involves standing up on a special designed board and using a paddle to make your way through the water. A great activity to work on balance and strength.
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Athletes standing on paddle boards receiving instructions from coaches. (Alt text coming soon.)
Golfing
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Golf is an activity that can be enjoyed throughout life. Benefits to blind/visually impaired individuals includes socialization, awareness of motor planning and movements, and being outdoors.
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Coaches assist athletes with putting and driving the golf ball. (Alt text coming soon)
Horseback Riding
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Athletes being assisted by coaches while riding horses and horse trainers leading horses. (Alt text coming soon.)
Horses are a very important part of the Navajo culture and a while we are spending much of our time on the reservation, we learn about this relationship from a local Navajo Horsemanship instructor. Student athletes learn about the equipment used and can ride with and without a saddle!
