AS (classification)

AS is a Paralympic rowing classification. The classifications were developed and current as of March 2011.[1]

Definition

Rowing Australia defines this classification as "This class is for rowers who have no or minimal trunk function (i.e. shoulder function only). An AS class rower is able to apply force predominantly using the arms and/or shoulders. This class will typically include: Classification by the international sports federation for rowers with cerebral palsy (CPISRA) as eligible to be in Class 4; or Neurological Impairment with a complete lesion at T12 level, or an incomplete lesion at T10" [1]

Events

Rowers in this classification compete in single sculls for club, state, national and international competitions.[1]

Competitors

Competitors in this class include Australia's Ben Houlison.[1]

Becoming classified

Classification is handled by FISA – International Rowing Federation.[2]

Australians seeking classification through Rowing Australia need to provide several documents to a classifier at the time of application, including a doctor's statement that documents their impairment, when it was acquired and if the doctor expects changes in the level of disability in terms of increases or decreases in the severity of the disability.[3]

See also

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 "Adaptive Rowing: Classification". Rowingaustralia.com.au. 2012-03-26. Retrieved 2012-08-18.
  2. ↑ "Guide to the Paralympic Games – Appendix 1" (PDF). London Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games. 2011. p. 42. Retrieved 9 April 2012.
  3. ↑ "Rowing Australia: Adaptive Rowing Classification Application Form" (PDF). Australia: Rowing Australia. 2012. Retrieved 19 June 2012.
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