Para Athletes and Para Swimming Squads Launch
October is a busy month for potential Para Athletes in Auckland. Hot on the heels of New Zealand's most successful Paralympics Games Performance, Parafed Auckland are launching a new squads for those looking to transition into the Paralympics NZ High Performance Programme.
The Swimming Squad is led by former Para-Swimmer Shaun Foley, who is a specialist Para-Swim Coach. The sessions will rotate venues around Auckland and is designed for Athletes who are committed to training at least 3 times a week & goals of competing nationally.
The Athletics Squad has partnered with Bays Athletics Club and Owairaka Athletics Club, with trainings set to rotate between these two venues and the Parafed Gym in Otara. Parafed Auckland CEO Hamish Meacheam, will lead the programme with assistance from a variety of specialist coaches. Again these sessions are designed for those who are keen to commit to multiple training sessions and are keen to compete at national level events.
For more information, fill in the "GET IN THE GAME" tab, or email evan@parafedauckland.co.nz - New additions to the squad are always welcome.