Paralympics Ireland and PTSB are delighted to bring to you season two of NextGen.
The second iteration of the PTSB NextGen the Community Series programme is focused on learning more about para sport and what opportunities are in your local community in the build-up to the Paralympic Games in Paris.
- Do you have an eligible visual, intellectual, or physical impairment (including co-ordination impairment, limb difference, spinal injury)?
- Are you currently involved in Para Sport or want to become involved?
- Do you want to be part of the next generation of Irish Paralympians?
- Do you want to discover your Paralympic Potential?
NextGen is open to people ages 10 and older that have a physical, intellectual, or visual impairment, with or without previous sport experience. Current or former athletes from all levels aiming to discover a new sport that can complement their main discipline are also welcome to attend.
Following participation at our NextGen events participants will be signposted to connect with the closest local sport they are interested in or to National Governing Bodies to learn more and develop their skills within a chosen sport.
How do I apply?
It’s easy! Just visit smartbase to sign up and create a profile and register for the NextGen day you want to attend.
What will I need to do before attending the NextGen days?
You will need to register your interest through this sign-up form (https://ireland.smartabase.eu/paralympics) we will then ask that you fill in additional information through your smartabase account.
To see what is involved in the PTSB NextGen programme read below.
NextGen is a regional opportunity to discover your paralympic potential through exploring different Paralympic sports. There will be opportunities to connect with local sports clubs to begin or continue your para sport journey.
There will be four events before the Paralympic Games and one to be announced in November:
- University of Limerick Sports Arena Sunday July 28th, 11.30-1.30pm
- SETU, Waterford Sports Arena Wednesday August 7th, 5.30-7.30pm
- MTU Kerry Sports Academy, Tralee, Friday October 18th, 3.30-5.30pm
- Sport Ireland National Indoor Arena, Dublin, Saturday November 16th, 11-4pm
What Sports are Involved?
Different sports are involved in different locations based on active clubs within that province.
Come and Try Sports:
Para Badminton
Boccia
Para Cycling
Para Table Tennis
Information Stands on Sports and Local Clubs:
Para Athletics
Para Archery
Para Badminton
Boccia
Para Canoe
Para Cycling
Para Equestrian
Para Powerlifting
Para Rowing
Shooting Para Sport
Para Table Tennis
Para Triathlon
Wheelchair Basketball
Wheelchair Rugby
Wheelchair Tennis
Which sport might be best for me?
You can find out more information in relation to the different Paralympic sports on our website here.
You can find Paralympics Ireland Data Protection Policy here.
