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Authors:Gerard Masdeu Yelamos, Aisling Clardy, Catherine Carty, Da Yeong Lee Abstract: Global policies are calling for inclusion, and the sports sector is reinforcing the call via the Kazan Action Plan. Martial arts are traditionally male dominated yet have great potential as a vehicle for promoting health and well-being of all, including those living with disability. This study used an online survey of martial arts practitioners (n = 85) to evaluate a major challenge in the sport sector, namely the lack of inclusive professional preparation. Eighty-seven percent of respondents had no or less than one-year experience working with individuals with disabilities, and over 80% declared to have interest in learning more. This high level of expressed need and readiness calls for inclusion within martial arts training programmes. PubDate: 2022-03-07 Issue No:Vol. 36, No. 1 (2022)
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Authors:David Legg, Colin Higgs, Osnat Fliess Douer, Peter Bukhala, Aurelie Pankowiak Abstract: The motivation for this paper was creating a framework to help understand the barriers and determinants of participation in sport for persons with a disability from grassroots to high performance (the playground to the podium) in all cultural contexts. This was accomplished through two main steps. The first was a comprehensive review of literature and feedback from academic colleagues. The second was interviews and surveys with persons with disabilities and disability sport leaders in five nations followed again by feedback from academic colleagues. The resulting framework included three main barriers: physical, sport specific and social. Each of these were then further divided into two additional layers of specific barriers. PubDate: 2022-03-07 Issue No:Vol. 36, No. 1 (2022)
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Authors:Lei Guo, Rudolph Bailey Abstract: The purpose of this study was to explore the therapeutic benefits of tai chi exercise on older adults. The focus group study consisted of 11 women ranging in age from 69 to 80 years old. All participants were Caucasian, and most were retired. Most of the participants had at least a college degree. All participants had some illnesses, including five who had osteoarthritis, and all indicated that they had a fear of falling. Participants engaged in a tai chi exercise program at a fitness center. The class met three times a week, for one hour each session. The focus group interview method was used to determine the positive effects of tai chi on these older adults. Data were analyzed using the constant comparison method to find emerging themes from the interview data. Data from this focus group study found that tai chi exercise improved balance, reduced body stiffness, reduced stress, increased social activities, improved positive attitudes, and reduced pain. PubDate: 2022-03-07 Issue No:Vol. 36, No. 1 (2022)
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Authors:Lisa Mische Lawson, Stephanie Munson, Kayla Hamner Abstract: Many adapted sports programs were canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, creating a need for alternative health promotion programs. This applied research study examined the adaptation, implementation, and evaluation of the I Can Do It (ICDI) program in a virtual/hybrid format to continue serving individuals with disabilities, during pandemic restrictions. All participants met or made progress toward physical activity and healthy eating goals during the 6-8 week program. Overweight and obese participants made improvements in at least one health measure (weight, waist circumference, or BMI) and healthy weight participants maintained healthy status during stressful pandemic conditions, indicating virtual/hybrid delivery of the ICDI program is feasible and effective. PubDate: 2022-03-07 Issue No:Vol. 36, No. 1 (2022)
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Authors:Marie Carey, Sharon Kinsella, Sean Healy, Fiona Knott, Damien Sheehan, Niall O’Malley Abstract: Research on physical activity programming for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is scant. The aim of this study was to assess the nature of physical activity programming conducted in ASD units in Irish primary schools, in addition to assessing the perceived benefits and challenges among teachers. An online questionnaire was sent to every primary school with an ASD unit in Ireland (n = 380). Questions pertained to the amount and type of physical activity being conducted, in addition to questions on physical activity facilities, training, and the teachers’ perceived challenges and benefits. Data were gathered on 69 ASD units. In the majority of units (74.24%), physical education classes were held daily, with the most frequent duration (45.45%) being 10-20 minutes. The most common types of activities performed included walking (92.42%), running (81.82%), and jogging (60.61%). This study gives an insight into the nature of physical activity for children in ASD units in Irish primary schools. PubDate: 2022-03-07 Issue No:Vol. 36, No. 1 (2022)
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Authors:Hsiu-Wen Yang, Michaelene M. Ostrosky, Hedda Meadan, W. Catherine Cheung Abstract: Children with disabilities can have access to a variety of learning opportunities via motor play. Researchers have emphasized the need to intentionally support children’s motor skill development. Despite previous research showing that fundamental motor skill (FMS) interventions result in improved motor skills for preschoolers with disabilities or developmental delays, it is unclear if those studies were methodologically sound. Thus, the purpose of this review is to summarize the existing evidence and critically evaluate the quality of research on FMS interventions for preschoolers with disabilities or developmental delays using the Council for Exceptional Children’s Quality Indicators. Seven studies are included in this review, and the findings clearly indicate there is a need to conduct more methodologically rigorous research in this area. Additionally, implementation fidelity must be addressed in future studies to enhance our understanding of intervention effectiveness. PubDate: 2022-03-07 Issue No:Vol. 36, No. 1 (2022)
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Authors:Jason Rich, Lauren J. Lieberman, Pamela S. Beach, Melanie Perreault Abstract: Regardless of competitive level, rowers experience physical, psychological, and social benefits from their participation in the sport. The inherent demands and characteristics of rowing allow for the sport to be accessible for individuals with visual impairments but only if coaches consider minimal, yet specific accommodations for those individuals. This article outlines strategies for accommodations and modifications for coaches to facilitate accessibility in rowing for individuals with visual impairments. These accommodations are primarily made through promoting “boat feel” and providing accessible, inclusive feedback. Despite the ability for coaches to provide accommodations, there is also a need for self-advocacy in rowers with visual impairments, so they can better communicate their accessibility needs with their coaches. PubDate: 2022-03-07 Issue No:Vol. 36, No. 1 (2022)
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Authors:Jennifer Price, Kathryn N. Oriel, Danielle Burns, Kaytlyn Fiedler, Alisha Kelley, Kayla Roca Abstract: Early participation in community-based activities provides children with disabilities an opportunity for physical activity and social interaction. The purpose of this study was to analyze parent perceptions of an aquatic and land activity program as an early participation opportunity. Participants enrolled in Early Intervention were recruited for a 1x/week exercise program for 8 weeks. The first four weeks were held in a pool, followed by four weeks on land. Parent perceptions were measured through semi-structured interviews. The IRP-15 was also utilized to measure social validity. Ten children, aged 15 months to 4 years, participated. Scores of the IRP-15 were above the cut-score for an acceptable intervention for both programs; however, the results of this study suggested that parents of children with disabilities preferred aquatic exercise to traditional land-based activity. The community-based activities described provided the young children with disabilities and their families a way to engage in activities with peers of similar abilities as well as gain separation from their families, which is fundamental for their growth and independence. PubDate: 2022-03-07 Issue No:Vol. 36, No. 1 (2022)
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