This wheelchair skills course from Experience Community is designed for wheelchair users of all abilities.
- Venue: The Civic Hall, New Street, Slaithwaite, HD75AB
- Beginning Tuesday 28th April running every Tuesday until 2nd June.
- There will be 2 time slots available – 10.30am – 12:30pm and 1:30pm – 3:30 pm
- The wheelchair skills course from Experience Community is designed for wheelchair users of all abilities, from novices to those seeking advanced skills.
Topics covered include:
- Appropriate pushing techniques
- Manoeuvring in tight spaces
- Navigating through doors
- Negotiating slopes, steps, and challenging terrain
The course progresses at a comfortable pace, gradually building confidence and introducing new elements when participants are ready. The course is led by disabled staff with lived experience of wheelchair use. Non-disabled staff and volunteers will support the course to ensure a safe experience.