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Disabled Sports USA

2019Adapt2AchieveLeadershipConference

1 | 2019 Adapt2Achieve Leadership Conference

Founded in 1967, Disabled Sports USA is a charitable organization that provides opportunities for individuals with disabilities to develop independence, confidence, and fitness through participation in sports. What began as a program to serve Vietnam veterans has grown into one of the nation’s largest multi-sport, multi-disability organizations, annually serving more than 60,000 wounded warriors, youth, and adults with disabilities. A member of the U.S. Olympic Committee, Disabled Sports USA offers programs in more than 50 summer and winter sports through its nationwide network of 130+ community-based chapters.

Adapt2Achieve, a program of Disabled Sports USA, provides adaptive sports training to coaches, instructors, and volunteers allowing for more individuals with disabilities to get active. Training includes in-person conferences, sport-specific clinics, online learning, and manuals designed to improve the safety and quality of adaptive sports in communities across the nation. Adapt2Achieve works with various national organizations to help them develop their own sports inclusion best practices. Since 2009, more than 300 organizations have participated in Adapt2Achieve multi-day conferences held across the country.

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We are glad you are here. On behalf of Disabled Sports USA (DSUSA), I would like to welcome you to the Adapt2Achieve Leadership Conference in Rochester. I personally am looking forward to meeting and engaging more of our chapter leaders, partners, and stakeholders in the adaptive sports movement.

This annual event focuses on “Advancing Adaptive Sport.” Nearly 200 adaptive sports professionals and VA medical providers from across the country are here to learn about technological advancements in adaptive sports improving safety, and reducing risk, ultimately leading to a better experience for our athletes. It is for this reason, we particularly want to highlight abuse prevention and water safety this year.

We are excited to convene the conference in Rochester, a place I personally know well. We want to thank Rochester Accessible Adventures (RAA) and Cape Ability Outrigger Ohana, Inc (CAOO) for serving as our host chapters this year as well as give a special shout out to ROCSports for their leadership and support.

The conference would not be possible without the support of our longtime valued partner, The Bob Woodruff Foundation. Furthermore, through the support of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Adaptive Sports Grant program, Disabled Sports USA is able to expand participation in this year’s conference both in number of attendees as well as valuable subject matter.

We have invited leading experts in the adaptive sport industry to deliver training over the next few days, many of whom are part of the DSUSA network. Thank you again for attending the Disabled Sports USA’s Adapt2Achieve Leadership Conference. You and your organizations are our greatest asset and we could not accomplish what we do without partners like you.

Warm regards,

Glenn Merry, DSUSA Executive Director

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Refer to disabledsportsusa.org/conference for more information.

Text Message LineConference attendees can receive Text Message Alerts for important news and updates during the event. To opt-in for Text Message Alerts, send a text message containing your First and Last Name to 240-780-2684

Share & Tell on the Community BoardPlease go to the Grand Foyer at the Hyatt Regency Rochester to share news and literature about your organization. Items may be left on the table or posted on the bulletin board. Please remove your items prior to the end of the conference.

Key ContactsJulianne MillsDSUSA Program [email protected] | 301-217-9839

Cayla HammakerDSUSA Training & Education Program [email protected] | 240-268-5373

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Pre-Con &Day One


Pre-Conference Training: Adaptive Swimming Part I

The event will be based out of the Hyatt Regency Rochester. Registration, lodging, and general sessions will be at the hotel. Some activities during the conference will take place offsite at nearby venues in the area.

Pre-Conference Training: Adaptive Swimming Part IIConference RegistrationPre-Conference Workshop: Organizational Crisis ManagementEquipment SwapOpening Reception Featuring Inclusive Pickleball (hosted by Rochester Accessible Adventures and Pickled Power) with special guest Paralympian Lindsay Ball

7:30am - 3:30pm

7:30am - 12:00pm2:00 - 7:30pm2:30 - 5:00pm2:30 - 7:30pm5:30 - 7:30pm

Sunday, June 2

Monday, June 3

Lindsay BallParalympic Alpine Skier

Lindsay Ball, a native of Maine, started alpine skiing when she was six-years-old and got hooked on the sport immediately. She started racing competitively in high school, participating in her first Ski Spec in 2008 and a number of Diana Golden races and other events hosted by DSUSA chapters. In 2012 she was named to the National team. She had the opportunity to compete for Team USA at the 2014 Winter Paralympic Games in Sochi, one of three women with visual impairments selected for the team (her guide was Diane Barras, an alpine race coach with Maine Adaptive Sports and Recreation). While skiing is her first love, running is her second. Last year she completed the Buffalo Marathon and this past April she tackled the Boston Marathon. She is completing her undergraduate degree in Adaptive Physical Education at The College at Brockport. Afterwards, she plans to pursue a Master’s Degree in Adaptive PE with a goal of teaching or working in the adaptive sports field.

Conference Schedule


Day Two


7:30 - 9:00am Registration8:00 - 9:00am Coffee & Networking9:00 - 9:20am Welcome & Opening Remarks from DSUSA Executive Director Glenn Merry

10:40 - 10:50am General Session: Finding Your Abilities presented by SportsNet Coordinator Michael Cocquyt

12:00 - 12:30pm General Session: Introduction to Wheelchair Lacrosse presented by Norm Page with support from The Buffalo Bandits Wheelchair Lacrosse Team, US Lacrosse, & Mike Johnson

12:30 - 1:15pm Lunch12:45 - 1:15pm Lunchtime Discussion Groups12:45 - 1:15pm Lunch & Learn w/ Dawn Callan Paddle Canada’s Adaptive Paddling Program

» 5:00 - 8:00pm Luau hosted by Cape Ability Outrigger Ohana (at Mendon Ponds Park)

9:30 - 10:30am Morning Breakout 1

11:00 - 11:50am Morning Breakout 2

1:00 - 2:30pm Afternoon Breakout 1

2:30 - 4:00pm Afternoon Breakout 2

Incorporating Adaptive Sports & Recreation into Rehabilitation

Athlete Protection from Abuse - Legal and Moral Responsibilities - Prevention Strategies

Panel Discussion: Adaptive Equipment Showcase — Guiding Technology for Athletes with Blindness or Low Vision

Promoting Safety, Self-Confidence, & Success in Adaptive Watersports

» 1:00 - 2:30pm Paracanoe — A New Paralympic Sport (at Mendon Ponds Park)

1:15 - 2:30pm Introducing the DSUSA Athlete Protection Policy

1:15 - 1:45pm Panel Discussion: Yoga & Therapeutic Riding

2:00 - 2:30pm Soundscape: Enabling New Opportunities in Outdoor Recreation

» 2:30 - 5:00pm Farm Tour & Therapeutic Riding Demonstration (at EquiCenter)

» 2:30 - 5:00pm Technology and Strategies to Expand Your Guiding Toolkit for Athletes with Blindness or Low Vision (at Mendon Ponds Park)

2:45 - 4:00pm Child Safeguarding - What Does it Take to Be the Best?

3:00 - 4:00pm Advancing Adaptive Sports through Technology: The QL+ Program

Tuesday, June 4

» This event is not at the Hyatt. Please refer to your individual schedule for shuttle time.


Day Three


Wednesday, June 5

7:00 - 8:00am Morning Yoga7:30 - 8:30am Coffee & Networking

8:30 - 9:00am General Session: Adaptive and Impactful — How to Understand & Maximize Your Program Outcomes with Dr. Meg Harrell

9:10 - 10:10am General Session: Lifejackets & Considerations for Individuals with Physical Disabilities with Joe Moore & Crystal Skahan

12:00 - 12:15pm General Session: Sculling as a Metaphor for Life Skills

12:30 - 1:15pm Lunch12:45 - 1:15pm Lunchtime Discussion Groups

4:30 - 5:00pm Closing Keynote with Founder and CEO of Endless Highway, Rob Tortorella

1:30 - 4:15pm Afternoon Breakouts

10:15 - 12:00pm Morning Breakouts

1:30 - 2:30pm Virtual Reality as an Adaptive Program Support Tool

1:30 - 2:45pm Understanding Your Insurance Coverage and Needs

2:40 - 3:00pm Bringing a Product to Market: The Story of Inclusivity, Inc.

3:15 - 4:15pm Panel Discussion: Adaptive Sports Equipment Think Tank

3:15 - 4:15pm CrossFit Myths Debunked — Best Practices for Inclusion & Risk Management

3:15 - 4:15pm Panel Discussion: Risk Management in Adaptive Wilderness Trips

» Please refer to your individual schedule for shuttle time. This event is not at the Hyatt.

10:15 - 10:55am Panel Discussion: Adaptive Equipment Showcase

10:15 - 10:55am Rochester Accessible Adventures’ Inclusion Model of Service

» 10:15am - 1:30pm In Deep Water: Lifejacket Selection & Considerations for Physical Disabilities Group A (at RIT Aquatic Center)

11:00am - 12:00pm Interdisciplinary Approach to Adapted Sports

» 11:00am - 3:00pm A Systemic Approach to Inclusion in Recreation and Sports: An Experiential Case Study (at Erie Canal Boat Company)

11:15am - 12:00pm First Aid and Trip Planning Considerations for Adaptive Athletes in a Delayed Care Setting

» 12:00 - 3:15pm In Deep Water: Lifejacket Selection and Considerations for Physical Disabilities Group B (at RIT Aquatic Center)


Post-Con


Post-Conference Training: Adaptive Climbing Part II (at Central Rock Gym)

Morning YogaPost-Conference Workshop: Improving Outcomes with Simple Yoga TechniquesPost-Conference Training: Adaptive Climbing Part I (at Central Rock Gym)

8:30am - 12:00pm

8:00am - 9:00am9:00 - 10:00am

8:30am - 5:00pm

Friday, June 7

Thursday, June 6

» Do I need to pre-register for General Sessions?All conference attendees are welcome to General Sessions, pre-registration is not required. Make sure your name is on the attendance list if you need CEUs from General Sessions.

» What if the breakout session I want to attend is full?Breakout Sessions require pre-registration. Some breakout sessions have a limited capacity due to restrictions on space, equipment, or to ensure a safe instructor/attendee ratio. Each attendee reserves a spot in the specific breakout session for which they have registered. For this reason, on site schedule changes may not be accommodated.

» Conference Sessions & PresentersFind full session descriptions and presenter bios at disabledsportsusa.org/conference

FAQ


Attendees are responsible for making their own travel arrangements. Disabled Sports USA does not provide reimbursement for travel expenses such as airfare, car rental, tolls, mileage, or additional meals not included as part of the conference.

Hotel InformationHyatt Regency Rochester125 East Main StreetRochester, NY 12604585-546-1234

Check-In time: 3:00pmCheck-Out time: 11:00am

The hotel’s front desk can provide complimentary luggage storage for those checking in early or needing a later departure. If you are on DSUSA’s rooming list, please note all belongings must be removed from the room prior to 11:00am on your check-out date per the event confirmation email. You will be responsible for overages, incidentals, and parking.

Airport TransportationComplimentary airport shuttles are provided 6:00am - 11:00pm daily for guests of the Hyatt Regency Rochester.

ParkingParking at the Hyatt Regency Rochester: $2/hr ($10/max daily); $4/day for overnight guests. The garage cannot accommodate oversize vehicles. Additional parking can be found at cityofrochester.gov/parking/.

Conference Shuttle ScheduleAttendees requiring transportation to conference activities should indicate this at the time of registration. Please refer to the conference website or your schedule for details.

Local InformationThe Rochester metropolitan region is situated on the southern shore of Lake Ontario at the center of 100 Must-See Miles of the Erie Canal, and also part of the longest scenic byway in America -- the Seaway Trail. Rochester is known for its vast selection of activities and attractions for outdoor adventurers, arts aficionados, history buffs and more! Discover the best things to do during your trip and explore Rochester’s greatest spots for scenic sightseeing, restaurants, tours, at www.visitrochester.com

Lodging & Travel


Dress AccordinglyPlease note, some conference activities are interactive and will take place outdoors rain or shine, on varied terrain, grass, and gravel. Dress comfortably and wear appropriate shoes for fieldwork. Times/locations are subject to change due to severe weather.

Medical NeedsDial 911 for emergencies

Unity Walk In Care Center89 Genesee StRochester, NY585-368-3531

Rite Aid Pharmacy1000 N Clinton AveRochester, NY585-544-8210

MealsThe following meals are included in conference registration: 6/3 opening reception hors d’oeuvres, 6/4 lunch & dinner, and 6/5 lunch

We will make every effort to provide a variety of food selections and make accommodations for meals. We may not be able to accommodate every dietary restriction and allergy, particularly those that were not specified at the time of registration.

Breakfast is available at the Hyatt Regency Rochester at The Street Craft Kitchen or Starbucks. Several more options are just a short walk away!

Miscellaneous Info


DSUSA Meet & Greet Coffee HourWednesday 7:30-8:30am at hotel

Join the DSUSA staff for a coffee! This is an excellent opportunity for members of the chapter network to connect with DSUSA and each other!

Get Moving!Get physically and mentally ready to tackle the day ahead with one of these free activities! Visit the Community Board for more information.

Yoga For All AbilitiesWednesday 7-8am & Thursday 8-9am at hotel

Group RunWednesday 6-7pm 1387 Mt Hope Ave, Rochester NY

Explore the Genesee Riverway TrailHead up the Riverway less than a mile from the Hyatt Regency Rochester and you will find the Court Street entrance to the trail, which extends through the scenic, historic and cultural heart of Rochester. It is alternately open and wooded. Highlights include a scenic gorge, three waterfalls, and the best views of the city skyline!

Mix & Mingle


Opening Receptionhosted by Rochester Accessible Adventures

Monday, June 3rd 5:30 - 7:30pmHyatt Regency Rochester Grand BallroomPlease dress comfortably and wear closed-toe shoes if you wish to play pickleball

All attendees are invited to kick off the start of the conference at the Opening Reception. Network with fellow attendees over complimentary hors d’oeuvres, and learn more about the sport everyone’s talking about — pickleball! Pickleball was created about 50 years ago, but it’s only in the past few years that the sport has exploded in popularity. In fact, the latest research by the Physical Activity Council puts pickleball as one of the fastest-growing sports in the country, with participation growing 11.3 percent from 2016 to 2017, to more than 3.1 million players. The spread of the sport is attributed to its popularity within community centers, PE classes, YMCA facilities and retirement communities.

In the Grand Ballroom the friendly folks at Pickled Power will provide instruction to get you started. Don’t miss your chance to win a Pickleball Starter Set for your program!

Also, head over to the Center City Lounge to enjoy cornhole on the patio and cash bar.


Dr. Margaret “Meg” Harrell

Rob TortorellaClosing Keynote SpeakerPresenting Wednesday, June 5, 4:30pm

Days after his college graduation in 1983, Rob Tortorella was involved in a motor vehicle accident that caused a cervical spinal cord injury, resulting in permanent paralysis. Rob used his life-changing accident as an opportunity to make a difference. He’s become an active and respected community leader, championing disability awareness, inclusion, and rights. Rob is Founder and President of Endless Highway, a nonprofit whose mission is to assist children and young adults with physical disabilities to pursue inclusive sports, recreation, and the arts. He will share his story and how adaptive sports has made an impact in his life and the live of others.

The Bob Woodruff Foundation, Chief Program OfficerPresenting Wednesday, June 5, 8:30am

Dr. Harrell formerly served as the Executive Director of Force Resiliency, within the Office of the Secretary of Defense, where she was responsible for the offices, policies, oversight, and integrating activities pertaining to sexual assault prevention and response; suicide prevention; diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity; personnel safety; and for Department of Defense collaboration with the Department of Veterans’ Affairs. She currently serves as Chief Program Officer of the Bob Woodruff Foundation and will share some key components of successful program delivery and why program outcomes matter to you, your participants, and your funders.


Luau & Adaptive Paddlinghosted by Cape Ability Outrigger Ohana

Tuesday, June 4th 5:00 - 8:00pmMendon Ponds Park - Hopkins Point/Pond View Shelters95 Douglas Rd, Honeoye Falls, NY 14472Dinner will be served by 3 Legged Pig Barbeque. Parking is limited so riding the shuttle is advised.If you would like to participate in paddling or cycling, please dress comfortably and wear closed-toe shoes. There are no docks, so a water entry into the boats is necessary. Water shoes are recommended (no bare feet permitted). Aloha attire is encouraged - there will be a special prize for Best Dressed Guest!

Did you know Rochester, New York is the birthplace of team outrigger canoeing for paddlers with disabilities and the vision of Polynesian Va’a in Paralympic Games? Cape Ability Outrigger Ohana and their pioneer paddlers are pleased to invite conference attendees for a luau and adaptive paddling experience at Mendon Ponds Park. Following the on-water demonstration of Va’a, all attendees are encouraged to give this recreational and fitness team sport a try!

A variety of adaptive cycles will be available for you to explore the park. In addition, you will have the unique opportunity to partake in a scavenger hunt with Microsoft’s innovative Soundscape app, using 3D audio from the app to navigate your way around the park. The evening will conclude with Hawaiian music and drummers from Heritage Christian Services, an agency that serves individuals with intellectual disabilities.

In honor of Olympic Day (June 23), which commemorates the birth of the modern Olympic Games, Disabled Sports USA is highlighting the Olympic Day pillars – move, learn and discover – throughout the Leadership Conference. We are delighted to be joined by 7x Paralympian Bob Balk who will be assisting with the outrigger canoes tonight.


Meet The Staff


Glenn MerryExecutive Director

Cayla HammakerProgram Specialist

Ryan SemkeInsurance Program Manager

Julia RayPrograms Director

Kyleen DavisChapter Services Manager

Lily JagodzinskiProgram Specialist

Julianne MillsProgram Manager

Shuan ButcherCommunications Manager

James ArnoldOffice Coordinator


Notes

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