In conjunction with the 2026 SASAPD National Championships

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Para Sport Classification Explained

Who should attend: Coaches, Administrators, Athletes, and Support personnel

Focus: Introduction to Para Sport Classification and Eligibility

Date: 25 March 2026

Introduction to Para Sport Classification for the Next Generation of Classifiers

Who should attend: Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, and other interested Health and Sport Professionals

Day 1 (25 March): Foundation theory ✓
Days 2-5 (26-30 March): Sport-specific practical training & observation

Planned in conjunction with the 2026 SASAPD National Championships

Venue: Paarl School, Gate 3, Shaun Street, Brackenfell

Dates: 25-30 March 2026

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IMPORTANT NOTICE Due to limited capacity (50 places for Group 1; 20 places for Group 2
and practical training, submission of this application does not guarantee placement.
Please read the attached documentation before completing the application form.
Applications will be reviewed by the Course Organisers.
Closing date: 8 March 2026.

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I confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete. I understand that selection is subject to review by the Course Organisers.

ENQUIRIES Hilary Beeton - 083 396 5381; Elze Lambrechts-Malherbe - 083 457 9745

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Please note that the course is aimed at improving understanding of classification in Para sports that internationally are governed by the international Paralympic Committee and compete at the Paralympic Games (day 1) and to recruit and introduce potential district and provincial classifiers to basic classification processes and methods of classification in the following sport codes only: Athletics, Cycling, CP Football, Boccia (day 1-5).
Please refer to the attached programme.

Group 1 (one day course only on 25 March 2026)
Please note that this classification course is designed as an introduction to the foundation understanding and knowledge of Para sport classification only. The course is aimed at sport administrators, sport officials, sport coaches, persons supporting para athletes and senior athletes. Preference will be given to applicants who are already involved in Para sport structures.

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Group 2 (three to four days depending on preferred sport codes for which you wish to acquire basic classifier skills to enable you to classify at club and district level in selected sport codes.
Classifier competencies are clearly outlined in the 2025 IPC Classification Code International Standard for Classification Personnel and Training. Evidence of the pre-requisite competencies must be provided in the formal application. Additional motivation must include future envisaged involvement in Para sport classification and be undersigned by a Para sport official in your province. Your contact details will be provided to your provincial structure following the course.
Pre-requisite classifier competencies are:
Medical Classifier
A medical qualification as a doctor, with experience in the underlying eligible health conditions that may lead to eligible impairments catered for by the sport in question, for example, qualification as an ophthalmologist for classification of athletes with vision impairment, as a psychologist for athletes with intellectual impairment, as a physiotherapist or related discipline of individual with the clinical knowledge and experience with athletes with eligible physical impairment catered for by the sport in question.
Technical Classifier
Basic knowledge of the ways in which an athlete's eligible impairments can affect their ability to execute specific tasks and activities fundamental to the sport in question, gained through coaching experience or other relevant qualifications in Para sport training, physical education, sport sciences, biomechanics, kinesiology, or other reputable academic qualification with a working knowledge of the sport in question.
Knowledge of one or more para sports is key.

Reference: International Standard for Classification Personnel and Training (January 2025) in IPC Handbook

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In conjunction with the 2026 SASAPD National Championships

At Paarl CP School in Brackenfell and Coetzenberg Stadium in Stellenbosch

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Target group 2 only

SPORT CODES: ATHLETICS AND CYCLING

8h30 - 10h00	ATHLETICS Introduction to the WPA Classification Rules and Regulations Documentation (forms) MIC assessment methods for athletes with physical impairment
10h30-11h00	COFFEE
11h00 - 13h00	MIC assessment methods (continued) Sport Class profiles
13h00 - 14h00	LUNCH
14h00 - 16h00	CYCLING Documentation (forms) MIC assessment methods specific to cycling Sport Class Profiles
16h00 - 16h30	REFRESHMENT BREAK
16h30 - 17h15	Technical Assessment and Observation in Competition Assessment
17h15 - 18h00	Group case studies - applying theory

Target Group 2 only

SPORT CODES: BOCCIA AND CP FOOTBALL

8H30 - 10HOO	Introduction to Classification Rules and Regulations Documentation (forms) MIC assessment methods
10h00 - 10h30	COFFEE BREAK
10h30 - 12h30	MIC Assessment methods Technical Assessment Methods Sport Class Profiles
12h30 - 13h00	Group case studies
13h00 - 14h00	LUNCH

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Classifier trainees will be allocated to Classification Panels based on availability, choice and
district needs

14h00-17h00
Paarl CP School in Brackenfell
Classifier trainees will be allocated to sport specific classification panels
in Athletics, Cycling, Boccia and CP Soccer to observe the pre-
competition classification process - primarily physical assessment and
some technical assessment

17h00-18h00
Wrap up and preparation for further pre-competition evaluations and
competition days as scheduled for the 2025 National SASAPD
Championships.

8h30-18h00
PRACTICAL
Classifier trainees will be allocated to sport specific classification panels
in Athletics, Cycling, Boccia and CP Soccer to observe the pre-
competition classification process - primarily physical assessment and
some technical assessment.