Adaptive Paddling Program

Working in collaboration with Central Coast Assistive Technology Center (CCATC), the Adapted Paddling Program draws from the professional expertise of a Kayaking instructor and a Physical Therapist.  The paddle instructor and the physical therapist train students in Cal Poly's Kinesiology 307 course to act as assistant instructors in the delivery of an Adapted Paddling Clinic which is conducted once the training is complete. The Adapted Paddling program has grown to include a team of three ACA (American Canoe Association) certified paddling instructors and three licensed physical therapists.  We are currently recruiting additional instructors.  Equipment for the program has been purchased with grant money, donated by companies within the paddlesports industry, and secured with money from the College Based Fees. 

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