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People who are blind or low vision compete and participate in every possible sport. Sometimes the rules are modified; sometimes adaptive techniques are used; and other times adaptive equipment may be required. Learn more about your options.
Bowling is a dynamic, competitive, and enjoyable sport. Vision changes shouldn’t keep you from stepping onto the lane. For individuals who are blind or have low vision, bowling is not only possible but it is also a fiercely competitive sport. Organizations like the American Blind Bowlers Association (ABBA) host tournaments, provide training resources, and set […]
Running is an excellent activity for building cardiovascular fitness, strength, and confidence. It offers significant physical, social, and psychological benefits—and it’s accessible to people with all levels of vision, from low vision to total blindness. While simply wearing a good pair of shoes is often all a sighted runner needs, individuals who are blind or […]
Walking and hiking are phenomenal ways to maintain fitness, boost mental health, and fully engage with the outdoors, regardless of your level of vision. You actively explore new places, stimulate your senses, and improve your overall well-being. Living with vision loss doesn’t mean you must restrict these invigorating activities; instead, you adapt your approach and […]
Tandem cycling, better known as a “bicycle built for two,” is an exhilarating and empowering activity for individuals with blindness or low vision. It allows riders to experience the immense joy, speed, and camaraderie of cycling by partnering with a sighted rider. According to many enthusiastic participants, tandem cycling can be highly social, immense fun, […]
Feel the incredible rush of gravity as you carve down a fresh slope. Adaptive skiing—whether alpine (downhill) or Nordic (cross-country)—opens up the entire terrain for people who are or have low vision. It’s more than a sport; it’s an opportunity to embrace the elemental force of gravity and experience the sheer exhilaration of speed and […]
Swimming is an exceptional low-impact exercise that offers fun, fitness, and relaxation for people of all ages and abilities. The natural buoyancy of the water creates a profoundly safe and therapeutic environment that minimizes anxiety and maximizes physical confidence for individuals with blindness or low vision. The Unique Health and Safety Benefits of Water-Based Activity […]