The Medallion Program: Using the Generic Sport Model to Train Athletes with Disabilities.

Dahlgren, Wendy J.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ443795

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1991

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The Medallion Program: Using the Generic Sport Model to Train Athletes with Disabilities.

Dahlgren, Wendy J.; And Others

Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, v62 n9 p67-73 Nov-Dec 1991

Describes the Manitoba Special Olympics Medallion Program which provides Special Olympians with the opportunity to engage in sport-specific training at the level required to improve athletic performance. The program is more competitive than general Special Olympics physical activity programs which are more recreational in nature. (SM)

Descriptors: Adults, Athletes, Downs Syndrome, Foreign Countries, Mild Mental Retardation, Models, Moderate Mental Retardation, Physical Fitness, Special Olympics, Training Methods, Training Objectives

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Canada

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