Challenged Athletes Inc

Programs: Access for athletes - through the challenged athletes (caf) grant distribution cycle each year, we are able to provide adaptive sports equipment, prosthetics, training, coaching, mentoring and competition grants to physically challenged people aged 5-83 years old to enable them to become whole through sports. Research shows that participation in sports of any type leads to an increase in independence, self-esteem and sense of worth and accomplishment. Since 1994, caf has provided direct financial assistance to more than 18,000 athletes around the world.

san diego triathlon challenge (sdtc) a celebration of life and sport that encompasses not only the community of san diego, but all of the constituents of the caf family. This three day event included the following highlights: inspirational evening panel of experts and forum for families with physically disabled kids, celebration of abilities dinner that showcases all that is possible for people wanting to become whole again through sports, catch a rising star leg amputee and mobility clinic, wheelchair triathlon and upper extremity workshops, fun run for disabled children. The triathlon event consists of 1. 2 mile ocean swim, 44 mile bike ride and 10 mile scenic but difficult run that over 600 able bodied and challenged athletes participate in. Sdtc truly changes lives, one athlete at a time.

operation rebound (or) - provides unparalleled sports opportunities and support to our troops and veterans of any branch of service and first responders who have suffered permanent physical injuries in the line of duty. Specifically, or serves injured military and first responders through military medical center physical training program that provides a structured physical training program for active duty service members who are continuing treatments and recovering from permanent physical injuries at military medical centers. Or hosts sports clinics designed to introduce beginner athletes to various sports such as bicycling, handcycling, running, swimming, basketball and other sports. Also supports its community through an online forum where participants can stay connected and grow with fellow wounded service members.

catch a rising star (crs) - a fitness and mentoring program that helps physically challenged people who have suffered a traumatic injury or been born with a congenital defect to take the first step towards a full, active lifestyle. It is a program designed to give newly injured or new-to-sports people the confidence and support they need to become active again. Caf hosts a series of multi-sport clinics and workshops across the country to introduce athletes of all ages and abilities to sports like running, swimming, cycling, rock climbing, wheelchair basketball, archery, strength conditioning and nutrition. The fun, interactive, non-threatening environment allows aspiring challenged athletes a chance to set and reach sports goals and interact with role model athletes that have similar physical challenges. Project n. E. X. T. (new expectations today). This mentoring program connects a physically disabled mentee with a similarly disabled mentor who provide one-on-one support as a role model and ally as the mentee begins to engage in physical activities and participate in sports. The goal of the program is to educate the mentee about the opportunities that are available and to create a supportive and productive environment to help foster their recovery. Once the mentee is ready for activity, the program will provide them with the support and equipment they need to engage in an active lifestyle.