Getting into wheelchair sports.
Getting into wheelchair sports.
Whether you have always had a passion for sports or are looking for new ways to stay active after a stroke of fate – wheelchair sports enrich your life.
The reasons for this are varied. Some of us have mobility impairments from birth, others had to find new ways after an accident or illness.
Still others are looking for a new athletic challenge and discover an inspiring world in wheelchair sports. It opens doors to new friendships, strengthen self-confidence, and promote physical and mental health.
What is the difference between a everyday wheelchair and sports wheelchair?
Sports wheelchairs
Design and structure
Engineered for highest performance.
Lightweight frame, made of materials like aluminum and carbon for speed and agility.
Wheels
Most sports wheelchairs are equipped with anti-tip wheels. This allows the driving energy to be optimally transferred.
The camber angle of the drive wheels allows for high maneuverability.
Adjustability
Customizable to the athlete's needs, including seating positions, and wheel configurations to optimize performance for specific sports.
Weight
Designed to be as lightweight as possible to enhance speed and ease of movement during sports activities.
Mobility
Maximizes quick and agile movements, with specialized designs tailored to the demands of specific sports, such as quick turns and rapid acceleration.
Everyday wheelchair
Design and structure
Built for everyday use
Focus on comfort and stability
Wheels
Typically does not have anti-tippers, allowing the trained user to, for example, overcome curbs.
The wheels have no camber angle, which makes the chair narrow enough to fit through all doors and provides it with stable tracking.
Adjustability
Offers adjustable features such as seat height, backrest, and footrests to enhance user comfort and daily functionality.
Weight
Generally heavier due to the emphasis on durability and comfort for everyday activities.
Mobility
Prioritizes smooth and stable movement suitable for various environments like homes, offices, and outdoor areas.
Your sport, your wheelchair.
Basketball
Wheelchair basketball is a fast-paced sport that emphasizes team play and strategic collaboration, where agility and precise movements are key to success. Players move skillfully across the court, showcasing their athleticism and coordination to score points and achieve victory.
Wheelchair basketball is a fast-paced sport that emphasizes team play and strategic collaboration, where agility and precise movements are key to success. Players move skillfully across the court, showcasing their athleticism and coordination to score points and achieve victory.
Rugby
Wheelchair rugby is an exhilarating team sport designed specifically for paraplegics. The sport demands outstanding teamwork, courage, and endurance, and involves collisions in the heat of the game. These are as much a part of the sport as tactical finesse.
Wheelchair rugby is an exhilarating team sport designed specifically for paraplegics. The sport demands outstanding teamwork, courage, and endurance, and involves collisions in the heat of the game. These are as much a part of the sport as tactical finesse.
Tennis
In wheelchair tennis, the ball can bounce twice as players cover the entire court. This dynamic sport emphasizes mobility and wheelchair maneuverability, requiring quick reactions and strategic skill. It's an exciting showcase of determination and athleticism, offering a competitive platform for players passionate about the game.
In wheelchair tennis, the ball can bounce twice as players cover the entire court. This dynamic sport emphasizes mobility and wheelchair maneuverability, requiring quick reactions and strategic skill. It's an exciting showcase of determination and athleticism, offering a competitive platform for players passionate about the game.
Badminton
In wheelchair badminton, fast reactions and good arm reach are crucial. Players skillfully hit the shuttlecock over the net, where precision and agility are key. The sport promotes not only physical dexterity but also creates an exciting competitive atmosphere for players to showcase their skills and passion for the sport.
In wheelchair badminton, fast reactions and good arm reach are crucial. Players skillfully hit the shuttlecock over the net, where precision and agility are key. The sport promotes not only physical dexterity but also creates an exciting competitive atmosphere for players to showcase their skills and passion for the sport.
Endless possibilities
Break the barriers of mobility. We are happy to be by your side. Whether it’s an active-oriented wheelchair for everyday use or for a specific sport.
Break the barriers of mobility. We are happy to be by your side. Whether it’s an active-oriented wheelchair for everyday use or for a specific sport.
Fencing
Wheelchair fencing is a Paralympic sport for people with physical impairments and includes the disciplines of épée, foil, and sabre. Fencers are fixed in wheelchairs, with the distance between them determined by their height and arm length. There are three classifications (A, B, C) based on the functionality of the abdominal, back, and arm muscles. The rules in wheelchair fencing are largely the same as those in Olympic fencing, including the target areas, which vary by weapon. Wheelchair fencing features both individual and team events at the Paralympics.
Wheelchair fencing is a Paralympic sport for people with physical impairments and includes the disciplines of épée, foil, and sabre. Fencers are fixed in wheelchairs, with the distance between them determined by their height and arm length. There are three classifications (A, B, C) based on the functionality of the abdominal, back, and arm muscles. The rules in wheelchair fencing are largely the same as those in Olympic fencing, including the target areas, which vary by weapon. Wheelchair fencing features both individual and team events at the Paralympics.
Keep it simple.
Conditions may vary from region to region. The easiest way is to search online for a club or team in your favorite sport and simply give them a call. The club may already offer wheelchair sports or be open to trying something new.
The beginning is always difficult. The first trials will probably be done in a regular wheelchair or the club may provide you with a sport wheelchair and or appropriate equipment.
From now on, it's about staying committed, having fun, and progressing. We're here to assist you with expertise and advice in choosing your new sports wheelchair.
Which wheelchair suits me best?
Multisport (Beginner)
For customers still exploring which sport to pursue – this cost-effective option lets them try everything.
For customers still exploring which sport to pursue – this cost-effective option lets them try everything.
Pointer (Advanced)
For customers who have chosen their sport and are seeking an efficient chair that balances price and performance.
For customers who have chosen their sport and are seeking an efficient chair that balances price and performance.
Invader (Pro)
For customers in search of the best possible sports chair for their chosen sport.
For customers in search of the best possible sports chair for their chosen sport.
Frequently asked questions about sport wheelchairs.
How can I get a trial training session?
Conditions may vary from region to region. The easiest way is to search online for a club or team in your favorite sport and simply give them a call. The club may already offer wheelchair sports or be open to trying something new.
The beginning is always difficult. The first trials will probably be done in a regular wheelchair or the club may provide you with a sport wheelchair and or appropriate equipment.
From now on, it's about staying committed, having fun, and progressing. We're here to assist you with expertise and advice in choosing your new sports wheelchair.