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Classification: for athletes and teams
Classification: For athletes and teams
A beginner's guide to classification in wheelchair fencing
This three-part video series gives potential athletes and new countries an idea of what they can expect from the classification process start to finish. This includes the medical documentation that is required, terminology they may come across, the personnel they will come into contact with, the layout of the classification room and waiting room, the exercises they may be asked to complete, how they may be observed during competition, and the equipment that they will need to bring and that which will be provided.
What is the purpose of classification?
Underlying Health Condition Assessment
What to expect from an Evaluation Session
Understanding classification
Learn more about classification in Para sports through this interactive course from the International Paralympic Committee (IPC).
Classification documents
To ensure that each athlete is classified, it is essential that the classification rules regarding the application procedure are followed correctly. All forms and medical supporting evidence must be submitted to World Abilitysport – Sports Management System (WA-SMS) at least six weeks prior to the event.
A classification fee of £50.00 GBP is payable to World Para Fencing for all first-time classifications.
All policies and documents relating to classification in wheelchair fencing can be downloaded below.
| Document | Action |
|---|---|
| Athlete Evaluation Consent Form | Download |
| Medical Diagnostic Form (MDF) | Download |
| Classification Protest Form | Download |
| Medical Review Form | Download |
| Master Classification List | READ MORE |
| Classification Rules | Download |
| Classification Data Protection Policy | Download |
| Support: Helping an Athlete manage change | Download |
Please contact [email protected] to report any anomalies identified on the Master Classification List.