Restaurant 19, Room 1
Tuesday, September 17
5 p.m.
Free for members, $5 for non-members
The Israel ParaSport Center strengthens the mind, body and spirit of children and adults with physical disabilities providing them with the tools to succeed in life. Marsha Katz Rothpan, U.S. Western Region Director, will share how the para-athletes in Israel develop skills, confidence, and become empowered to live life without limits – all through the power of sport.
For more information visit the Springboks website or contact Rachel Barnes at 714-471-2225/springbokslwv@gmail.com. To RSVP or send a membership application email ettinfam@comcast.net.
About the Israel ParaSport Center
The Israel ParaSport Center, formerly the Israel Sport Center for the Disabled, is one of the world pioneers in the field of sport rehabilitation. Founded in 1960, The Center is a home away from home to over 2,500 Israelis of all ages, where the unique merits of sports are utilized to strengthen body, spirit, and mind. Sports activities contribute more to the confidence, morale, and self-image of those with disabilities than any other form of rehabilitation. Today, Center athletes participate in 18 different sports activities without discrimination on the basis of gender, religion, race, nationality, or ethnicity.
At the Israel ParaSport Center, we know that sports are more than just a game. They are a way to strengthen the body, mind, and spirit. We also know that for people with disabilities, the playing field is not level. People with physical challenges often have limited mobility; many come from at-risk households or are victims of traumatic experiences.
When the odds are stacked against them, people with physical challenges feel less valued than their able-bodied peers. They may feel left behind as the world passes them by, wondering if they’ll ever feel confident and find success in life.
But it doesn’t have to be that way!
People with disabilities need community and opportunities, just like the rest of us!
With our support, The Center provides a home away from home where thousands of people with physical disabilities become confident and succeed in life through competitive parasports such as basketball, tennis, swimming, and archery.
The Center’s visionary founder, Moshe Rashkes z”l, dedicated his life to empowering people with disabilities. He established Israel as the world leader in transforming lives and unlocking potential through competitive parasports. Now we carry the torch by advocating for people with limited physical ability and unlimited potential worldwide.
