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2012-01-16 12:48 PM

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Subject: Being a blind triathlete guide
I'm thinking that this summer or next, I'd really like to offer my services as being a guide for a blind triathlete for any race sprint to IM. My internet searches have come up empty on this topic, let alone any local organizations who pair up athletes.

Any suggestions, advice, or information would be greatly accepted.

Thanks,

TJ

2012-01-16 4:33 PM
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Perhaps you could contact the US Association of Blind Athletes and see if they can out you in touch with someone.  I hope you are able to help someone.  I know it would be an incredible experience for them and you.

2012-01-16 7:38 PM
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http://cdifferent.org/

i've seen these guys at races, very inspirational...  never expected to come across a blind athlete 2 miles into the IM swim... awesome!

good luck! 

2012-01-17 2:20 PM
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kuotaguy - 2012-01-16 1:48 PM I'm thinking that this summer or next, I'd really like to offer my services as being a guide for a blind triathlete for any race sprint to IM. My internet searches have come up empty on this topic, let alone any local organizations who pair up athletes. Any suggestions, advice, or information would be greatly accepted. Thanks, TJ

What an amazing way to give back to the sport.  Please keep us posted!

2012-01-18 1:26 PM
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The Recreation Therapist in me is smiling at this post!!  Love to hear of people like you who will offer opportunities to these athletes!!!!  If I were a better and more experienced athlete I'd sooooo do this, too.  On a similar note, there is an organization who hosts camps and resources in ATL for athletes with disabilities to get them into Tri's.  They may be a resource for 'local' info.  A friend of mine's best friend who recently had her leg amputated worked with this organization and did her first Tri this past fall.  

 

http://getting2tri.org/

2012-01-18 8:44 PM
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Thanks, all!

Emails have been sent out. We'll see.



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