WHAT IS PARA TRACK & FIELD?
Para Track & Field is an adaptive sport that allows athletes with physical, visual, or neurological impairments to compete in a variety of track and field events. It is part of the Paralympic Games and follows classification systems to ensure fair competition among athletes with different disabilities. You don’t need ANY experience to come out to play or practice! First timers welcome.
Athletes compete in events such as:
🏃♂️ Sprints & Distance Races – 100m, 200m, 400m, and longer distances
🚴♂️ Wheelchair Racing – Athletes use racing wheelchairs for high-speed track events
💪 Throws – Shot put, discus, javelin, and club throw
🦿 Jumps – Long jump and high jump, with prosthetics or other adaptive techniques
Try It • Learn It • Compete When You’re Ready!
Adaptive Warrior KC’s Para Track & Field program is designed as an introductory and developmental experience for individuals interested in learning more about adaptive and para track & field.
Our program offers a “Try It Out” and Para Track & Field 101 pathway, providing guided instruction across multiple practice sessions. Athletes will have the opportunity to explore the run/roll, throw, and jump events in a supportive, inclusive environment-whether they are brand new to the sport or returning after time away.
PARA Track & Field CLINIC:
Learning the basics
Over several practice dates, participants will:
- Learn the basics of para track & field events (running or wheelchair racing, throwing, and jumping)
- Understand adaptive classifications and event options
- Practice fundamental skills and techniques with coaching support
- Learn what to expect at a first meet or competition
- Gain confidence so their first competitive experience is fun, exciting, and empowering!
This clinic is not required to be a full-season commitment. It is designed to help individuals:
- Try para track & field for the first time
- Learn how the sport works
- Decide if they would like to pursue training or competition moving forward
Track and field season typically run from April to June. Our clinic will be 3 to 4 sessions, dates and times may adjust due to weather or track availability. (Dates posted as weather warms).
RSVP is encouraged so we can communicate schedule changes (weather) and provide timely updates.
Whether your goal is to compete, build confidence, or simply explore what para track & field is all about, Adaptive Warrior KC is here to guide you every step of the way.
Events CLOSE TO KC
Endeavor Games
Edmond, OK
June 5-8th 2026 (est.)
Move United Nationals
Grand Rapids, MI
July 10-16, 2026
ParaspoRt Games
San Antonio, TX
April 23-26, 2026
Gateway Games
St. Louis, MO
May 16-18th, 2026 (est)
NOW POSTED: 2026 Track & Field CLINIC
THE OUTDOOR 2026 SEASON WILL RESUME IN THE SPRING OF 2026. PLEASE NOTE THAT OFTEN SPRING PRACTICES CAN CANCEL DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS SO PLEASE WATCH YOUR EMAIL/TEXT/SOCIAL FOR UPDATES.
sunday april 12 – 12:30-2:00 – THROWS
Athletic Field (Track) Across the street from the Tennis Courts in Macken Park, North Kansas City
Sunday april 19 – 12:30 -2:00 – RACING & RUN
Athletic Field (Track) Across the street from the Tennis Courts in Macken Park, North Kansas City
Sunday May 3 – 12:30 – 2:00 – THROWS
Athletic Field (Track) Across the street from the Tennis Courts in Macken Park, North Kansas City
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