SeeWhatSheCanDo's Women Coaches Circle and ParAmazing Circle collaborate to bring you this video resource where we discuss how to create supportive spaces for para-athletes to participate. This is part two of a two-part series.

If you're a club that wants to start a parasport program or has para-athletes who want to join as an individual, this video is for you.

Tune in to the conversation in Part 2 of Providing Supportive Spaces for Para-Athlete Participation

Part 2 Video Highlights

Tune in for a panel discussion with 3X Paralympian Jessica Lewis and her coaches 3X Paralympian Curtis Thom and Lisa Meyers (Director of Athletics, Cruisers Sports).  Led by Erin Hamilton, Town of Aurora's sport & community development specialist, panelists discuss how to provide supportive spaces for para-athletes to participate within clubs and be successful within their careers. You'll hear how positive coach-athlete relationships contribute to success on the field of play.

[2:48] Knowing if your coach is the right fit. [Jessica]

[6:48] Transitioning from athlete to coach. What coaches can take from their athlete experience into coaching. [Curtis]

[9:34] Steps you can take to prepare to coach within the para-athletic environment. [Lisa]

[12:30] Evolving coach-athlete relationships over time. [Jessica, Curtis, Lisa]

[18:35] Other contributing factors to success as a coach within the Cruisers organization. [Lisa]

[20:39] Contributing factors to success as an athlete. [Jessica]

[23:54] Getting more comfortable within your club or as a coach in supporting para-athletes [Jessica, Lisa, Curtis]

Watch Part 1 | Providing Supportive Spaces for Para-Athlete Participation | Athlete and Coach Panel

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Connect with Jessica Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/jessicalewi...

Explore Cruisers Sports: https://www.cruisers-sports.com/

Check out Flex for Access: https://www.flexforaccess.ca/

Connect with Marin Golemac at Strength Mechanics: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marin-gol...

Learn more about sport in the Town of Aurora - https://www.aurora.ca/en/recreation-arts-and-culture/sport.aspx

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