Activity: Sled (sledge) Hockey
Target Participant Group: Individuals with physical disabilities affecting their lower limbs (e.g. amputations, spinal cord injuries, arthritis, etc.)
Therapeutic potential of this activity:
- To help participants practice balance
- To give participants the opportunity to be part of a team
- To help participants learn good sportsmanship
What other groups may benefit from this activity?
- Family members of those with a disability
- Any individuals wanting to gain more upper body strength
What groups may not be as appropriate for this activity?
- Individuals who do not have use of their arms
- Individuals with a severe visual impairment
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Activity description:
Sled hockey is an adapted version of hockey where athletes play sitting down and secured by Velcro onto a sled or sledge. Sled hockey players maneuver themselves with the use of two, short, double ended hockey sticks (a blade on one end and picks on the other). Sled hockey rules follow closely the rules of standard hockey.
Resources needed:
- Ice rink
- Sleds/sledges
- Hockey sticks
- Protective equipment (helmets, pads, etc.)
Best leadership style for this activity?
As a leader for Sled Hockey, the most important thing is to be safety conscious. It is important to know the rules of the game and to teach your players how to follow those rules so that all participants can have fun without becoming injured. Also, coaches should be informed about the physical conditions and needs of their players so that they will know what safety measures need to be taken in case of emergency.
Where did I find this activity?
I found this activity at the Wheelchair Sports Federation website at http://www.wheelchairsportsfederation.org/adaptive-sports/sled-hockey.
Where can others find more information on this activity?
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