Curious about our self-defence program? Marjorie Dowhos and Jaison Empson from CBC Manitoba came to speak with our coaches and athletes about how our jiujitsu based self-defence program came to be, and how it’s boosting their confidence! Read the write-up: ‘You carry yourself differently’: Martial arts course teaches self-defence to visually impaired people Watch the video […]
September 2018: Dragon Boat Coverage on CBC
We were fortunate to have CBC Manitoba join our Dragon Boat team for their last practice of the year! Read the write-up: Vision-impaired dragon boat team serious contenders in competition Watch the video below (Link: Dragon Boat Racing for the Visually Impaired)
March 2017: ‘Develop your game’: Blind curlers face off at Winnipeg competition
Manitoba Blind Sports Association hosted the 2017 Western Blind Curling Championships in March 2017. CBC Article: ‘Develop your game’: Blind curlers face off at Winnipeg competition
Media
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September 2015: MBSA Demonstration Day
Manitoba Blind Sports hosted a demonstration day at the University of Winnipeg on Sunday, September 27, 2015. CBC article and video report: English – Winnipeg group challenges visually impaired to face fears, try sports French – Une journée d’initiation aux sports pour les aveugles et malvoyants
April 2015: Courage Canada makes its first stop in Winnipeg
April 2015: Courage Canada makes its first stop in Winnipeg CBC – Blind and visually impaired youth learn to skate in Winnipeg Winnipeg Sun – Program teaches blind youth to play hockey