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Explore parasports for specific physical or sensory disabilities, including wheelchair sports.

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About parasports

Parasports are sports designed for people with a specific disability. Some do not have a mainstream version. Others are adapted in a very specific way.

These sports are often grouped by need, such as:

  • wheelchair users
  • visual impairment
  • physical disabilities
  • neurological conditions

Adjustments can include:

  • specialist equipment
  • adapted rules
  • trained coaches

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Parasports you can try

These specific formats include:

  • powerchair football
  • frame football
  • blind or partially sighted football
  • cerebral palsy football
  • amputee football
  • deaf football

Local options include:

Find out more about different formats from:

It uses similar rules to American football, with adapted contact and movement. And can be played by wheelchair users and non-wheelchair users.

Local options include:

Find out more about wheelchair programmes with British American Football.

Wheelchair rugby is fast-paced and physical. It combines parts of rugby, hockey and volleyball. Although it uses manual wheelchairs, it is suitable for any disability.

Local options include:

Find out more about wheelchair programmes with World Wheelchair Rugby.

It is open to disabled and non-disabled players.

Local options include:

Find out more about wheelchair programmes from British Wheelchair Basketball.

This can include:

  • table cricket
  • visually impaired cricket
  • disability teams

Local options include:

Find out more about Blind Cricket England and Wales.

This includes:

  • wheelchair tennis
  • visually impaired tennis

Local options include:

Find out more about adaptations from Lawn Tennis Association and Wheelchair Performance Pathway.

Adjustments can include:

  • guides or assistants
  • audio support
  • tactile markers

Local options include:

Find out more about adjustments at:

The frame supports your body while you move using your legs.

Local options include:

Find out more at Cerebral Palsy Sport.

Support can include:

  • ramps or hoists
  • trained helpers
  • specialist equipment

Carriage driving is an option if you cannot ride.

Local options include:

Find out more about adaptations at :

Last updated: June 25, 2026

Next review due: December 25, 2026

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