Learn how to properly be a guide runner, hiker, or walker for an individual who is blind or visually impaired
• Use a tether to run or walk with the athlete
o Communicate changes in direction with tether
o Run/walk slightly ahead of athlete with visual impairment
• Practice communicating kinesthetically and verbally with athlete
• Learn to keep right amount of tension on tether
o Enough tension to communicate movements quickly
o Kept loose enough for natural arm movement
The NWABA provides life-changing opportunities through sports and physical activity for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. Please attend the workshop and be a part of helping those with visual impairments to walk, run, and hike.
For any questions or concerns, please contact Lynn Ray
Phone: (617) 767-1159 / Email: dglynnray@gmail.com
For more information about the Northwest Association for Blind Athletes contact:
P.O. Box 65265 Vancouver, WA 98665
360.448.7254
www.nwaba.org