East Carolina University  Campus Recreation & Wellness128 Student Recreation Center  Greenville, NC 27858-4353 

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ast Carolina University News Services

ontact: David Gaskins (gaskinsd@ecu.edu) or Mark Parker (parkerma@ecu.edu)

elephone: (252) 328-6387

ate: September 16, 2011

ast Carolina University to host 15th Annual Adapted Recreation and Wellness Day

REENVILLE (9/16/2011) – East Carolina University will host the 15th Annual Adapted Recreation and Wellness

“This year’s event will introduce individuals to a variety of sports, recreation, and wellness activities which have

Attendees will learn about and participate in events such as Power Hockey (played in motorized wheelchairs), Quad

The event will also feature special guest and ECU alumna Heather Vercoe Phillips, who is a Recreation Therapist

“The term ‘adapted’ in Adapted Recreation and Wellness Day means an activity or sport has been modified so that

Adapted Recreation & Wellness Day is open to participants of all ages and abilities as well as the general public. A

T D_______________________  E GDay on Oct. 15, 2011 from 1:00 pm –4:00 pm at the Student Recreation Center. The event, previously known as Adapted Sports Day, has expanded to include a broader range of topics and activities.

been specifically modified to allow people with and without disabilities to participate,” said David Gaskins, associate director of ECU’s Campus Recreation & Wellness.

Rugby, Armchair Fitness, and Creative Movement as well as be involved in a special nutrition segment.

working in Rehabilitation at Pitt County Memorial Hospital and experienced athlete in Swimming and Goalball. Phillips is visually impaired and was previously an active member and organizer for this event. She is also an experienced speaker and presenter to a variety of audiences of topics related to people with disabilities.

someone with a disability can participate,” said Gaskins. “This event assembles a variety of instructors and leaders who are experienced in different adapted sports and can facilitate learning and recreational experiences for a wide range of participants including those that have never been involved previously.”

$5.00 registration fee covers snacks, lunch, the keynote presentation, all instructional sessions, entry into facilities, and parking. Registration for the event begins at 12:15pm on Oct. 15 at the ECU Student Recreation Center. Individuals with hearing impairments in need of accommodations should contact the Department for Disability Support Services, 737-1016 or dssdept@ecu.edu, at least 48 hours prior to the event.

This collaborative event is sponsored by ECU Campus Recreation & Wellness, Support Team for Active and Pitt

If you would like further information or are interested in sponsorship or serving as a volunteer please contact Mark

Recreation (STAR), ECU’s College of Health and Human Performance, Greenville Recreation and Parks,County Community Schools and Recreation.

Parker or David Gaskins at 252-328-6387 or visit www.ecu.edu/adaptedrecday

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