Building Your Network

Check your local area to see if there is an Achilles International or Team Red, White & Blue in your area. Or perhaps a Paralympic Sports Club that has a running component. Try to join one of their group runs as a way to network and learn how to guide.

View a list of Para-Athletic Organizations here.

Check out race websites to see if they have a para/adaptive or visually impaired division. It is likely that the race director of said race can put you in touch with some local runners who are visually impaired or connect you with the organization that is supporting the runners.

Some schools may already have a cross country or track team that you can volunteer with. Connecting with the physical education department or athletic directors are good places to start.

Visit our Users Under 18 page for more tips and information.