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Napoleon Kendal & Ray Rice

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Talking to Strangers

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Napoleon & Ray Rice talking to strangers

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Challenge 2 Field work of the Unfamiliar 

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Challenge 2 Field work of the Unfamiliar 

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Death is something many cultures deal with on a regular and daily basis.Often when we think about death we think about the person who has passed and how hard it’s going to be for us getting through life without that great person and their loving presence.For years many cultures have mourn the lost of their love one’s in many different ways.In fact the people of New Orleans celebrate death by “Jazz Funerals”.Parades which in fact celebrate the life of the deceased.Or in Mexican cultures where they celebrate“ Dia de Muertos” or all souls day where they take the time to celebrate the dead.

After doing my own field work practice I was able to actually discover a few things in the way we celebrate death compared to those who maybe live on a different planet or Mars to be exact.One thing I learned from my observations was that even though the group being observed was mourning it was all in celebratory fashion.In my observation I was actually amazed how I had not seen a single tear shed by anyone.From the time of my observation I seen plenty of hugs, handshakes and large amounts of laughter.The hot coals on the grill  filled the neighborhood air with the aroma of good BBQ seemingly for miles.

So you ask what is it about there culture beliefs and structures that produce these practices? Kari Young a community leader and advocate for some of today’s inner city youth groups and programs.Took the time to enlighten me that “ Its not about the death or passing of someone, it’s how us as friends and family members continue to share and honor their legacy after they have passed.”

Many times in cities where poverty levels are high that causes for a lot violence.The City of Flint deals with death and poverty on a regular basis.So many deaths can also be  traumatic to the community because overtime it becomes a normalcy.If we cried and mourn for all the people who died in our life we probably would be sad for the rest of our natural lives .Personally I love seeing cultures not grieving the death of a love one but actually celebrating them. I believe when death is so common it’s best we have other methods of grieving that tends to actually uplift us as a whole.Especially when pertaining to coping purposes seeing everyone in the world sees things differently from one another.

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Step1. Every year we have a celebration for  my good friend Avian Stephan’s who was killed on his motorcycle.Many people over the city of Flint come pay their tributes.

Step 2.As I sit back and observe the celebration there are many women who purchased shirts with my friends Avian face on their.Most of the shirts say RIP or Long Live Avian.The guys however mostly wore anything they felt comfortable in.However Avian favorite color is blue and  majority of the people here have on some type of blue.There is very loud music and smiles on people faces.There are bbq pits going and in honor of our friend many people are indulging in Alcoholic beverages brought to the function by them in a celebratory manner.Since my good friend loves motorcycles in his honor “The Boogie Down “ a local motorcycle club from Flint,Michigan decided to join us.
As I sit back and watch there has to be at least 20 motorcycles I counted all male drivers from the ages of Santa clause all the way down to the baby face stage.In tribute the motorcycle club burn rubber with all there bikes until we could barely see each other.A little confused I asked a motorcyclist why do they do this? It can’t be good for those little tires.The driver which I later found out his name was Robert enlighten me that the tires are actually made to do that,But the ritual of the smoke is called the “Last Ride” and when someone passes away from the motorcycle club this is one of the many ways they pay tribute.

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Step 3. Losing people who are close to you is never an easy task. But celebrating the anniversary of their life is very much easier.
Often this is the norm in tight knit communities and in most common family social structures like mine .Many times when someone passes away the day they die is celebrated.Many Nacirema take this day to reflect on all the good times and memories with that person.Gravesites are decorated with flowers ballon’s and all kinds of nostalgia in honor of those we have lost.Acts like this are very common throughout the Naricema culture because of attachment.When we lose someone it is often things we truly want to live in from the deceased rather it be words they used, clothes,food or music they listen to.We continue to engage in these activities out of the memories and our personal attachment to the disease.

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I actually love this chart it allows me to actually visually see my high points in life in the past  and see how I can continue to apply these same exact skill sets  to my future. I want to continue being a great listener for my friends i think humor saves the day.Seeing how much others tend to appreciate those qualities makes me even more eager to perfect those few attributes.

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After reviewing my results I think not letting people down basically defines who and what I am as a person.Being deployed multiple times and injured has really made me understand the importance of life in many aspects. I understand that time is very precious so it makes me treat everyone with love and respect.I think this is a great aspect to have seeing that my past experiences have molded someone who everyone tends to enjoy,vent to and love.

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A week in my life

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Thursday July 7 2022 I just literally woke up at 5:26 am my sleep patterns are messed up from the Army so I’m usually up this early.Today I have plenty of stuff to do before my mini vacation with my son Legend, girl friend Anastacia and her son Davon. Currently I’m sitting here just wiping my eyes procrastinating and delaying this trip to the restroom.Currently I’m back in bed scrolling Facebook I usually do this out if boredom I’m not really a huge fan of social .It is now 12:09 pm and I really don’t know when I dozed off but it’s time for me to get showered and dressed. I’m headed to my car now to go to my dads house and help bbq for my sister open house.A open house is where we honor those who are graduating highschool and transitioning to college. It’s usually located in a hall or the comfort of your home.Coworkers,friends and family attend socialize,eat etc.Me and my dad typically do all the grilling in the family so this actually gives us time to catch up, joke around and taste the fruits of our labor by providing good quality bbq for our family.Family time is a really big thing we value in my family so quite often throughout the week we’re having some sort of family social.It’s now 1:16 pm and I’m already hot and sweaty from grilling my siblings are currently in lawn chairs playing music and talking in the phone.The current time now is 5:08 I decided to take a break and play spoons with my siblings a card game my family often plays together.The bbq is now finished up at 7:08 pm after 6 long hours of waiting but this rib I’m sampling is beyond worth it. I’m actually getting ready to drive back home shortly.Seeing my dad only stays 10 minutes away I’m back home now watching Stranger Things on Netflix a movie is how I usually end my night until I fall asleep it is currently 9.16 pm

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Friday July 8, 2022 the time is currently 10:53 am and I just woke up it’s  time to get my day started Legend and I are going to travel to Ft.Wayne Indiana. So I just finished brushing my teeth using Colgate new charcoal toothpaste and I’m pretty impressed. I have a big obsession with keeping my teeth really clean so I tend to spend a significant amount of time brushing them.Now it’s time for me to shower and get dressed. The time is 11:26 a.m and I’m currently ironing a Thrasher tee shirt by far one of my favorite clothing brands. I have a massage here in Grand Blanc I have to drive to at 12:15,So I’m actually behind schedule.I just arrived at my massage it is 12:08 pm so I’m just going to walk in and wait.My massage was a a success I go every Monday and Friday due to me be hit by a drunk driver.The massage actually works wonders and is very essential in my life.It’s currently 1:15 pm I’m headed to pick up my oldest son Jamarion up for drivers training he has to be there by 2:00 pm and it takes me 22 minutes to get to him since we stay in separate house holds. I got my son to drivers training at 1:57 .I’m back home now im going to shower now and get my youngest son together so we can leave.That shower was everything I’m currently taking our bags outside my gf should be here in any second.Once she arrived I took the driver seat seeing she’s been at work all day so the trip to Ft.Wayne is 3 hours it’s currently 5:38 pm.6:12 we currently stopped at McDonald’s for food. By the time we get there it’ll be late so I plan on laying the boys down and getting some rest because we have a long day tomorrow filled with fun.10:13 we made it to Ft Wayne safely the kids are sleeping so it’s time for me to follow I’m exhausted.

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Saturday July 9,2022 today is the Art/Chalk festival it’s currently 7:23 am initially I set my alarm for 7 a.m seeing it takes me forever to get dressed.We’re currently visiting my girlfriend cousin Tressa and her girlfriend friend Mariah and daughter Kaydence.So in order for us to get parking spots we have to all be dressed and out by 9:30 a:m.. Seeing I was the first one up I took my shower first it’s now 7:58 am and my cousin Tressa is making everyone breakfast that way we can all save a little more money.Tressa has all the kids at the table eating while Mariah and my girlfriend Anastacia finish getting dressed.8:33 I just finished helping my 3 year old eat his breakfast now I’m getting him dressed so we can beat this Ft.Wayne traffic.Currently we’re loaded up as I sit in the front passenger seat admiring the architecture of downtown Ft.Wayne. I’m actually amazed at the hundreds of people participating in this arts fest it’s pretty awesome there’s many different races, genders and age groups out enjoying themselves today.It is currently 10:26 am and we have a found a nice shaded area for this parade here shortly.The parade has begun and Kaydence Legend and Davon are enjoying themselves there are tons of floats marching bands and even a roaring Corvette club.After the parade we’re going to check out some more paintings why we head to the carnival for the kids to play and ride rides because that’s the purpose of the so the kids can really enjoy.So I just spent 35 dollars on a wristband for a 3 year old to ride rides I’m sweating bullets and it’s only 1:34.After hours of the amusement park we were ready to go it’s 4:17 and we still have to prepare food for later to grill.The car ride home is quiet the kids are extremely exhausted and tired from a fun filled day.We finally made it back home to Tressa house the boys are napping me and my girlfriend are watching Stranger things on Netflix. I don’t really remember but it’s 7:22 pm and I just woke up from a well needed nap the kids are outside playing with Tressa pitbull Amor and Tressa almost done bbqing so we all can eat as a family.The food was delicious and we did s’mores for the kids it’s time to call it a night we have another long day tomorrow.

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Day 4 Sunday July 10, 2022 today is our last day here at Ft.Wayne and it’s been awesome . Today we’re headed to the Ft.Wayne childrens Zoo and we’re going to head back to Michigan from the zoo.It’s currently 9:33 a.m. and our intended goal is to be at the zoo by 11.Cousin Tressa has already fed the kids breakfast fruity pebbles, pancakes with sausage and is currently preparing sandwiches and snacks for the zoo. I’m officially showered and dressed now it’s 10:28.I’ve literally packed everything up and making sure I don’t leave anything.The kids are excited we finally made it to the zoo I’m actually in the back of the group taking pictures.This zoo is pretty cool it’s very hands on the animals are actually in there respected habitats.My son just finished feeding a giraffe lettuce  I think he’s freak out a little bit. This zoo is pretty huge it feels like I been walking forever.We’re finally sitting down eating our prepackaged lunch Tressa made.Bologna, turkey,ham and cheese sandwiches for everyone. The kids are having a great time it’s 1:46 pm we’re are over half way  done with the zoo we’re going to take a log ride through a river after I food settles and try to get on the road by 3:45 pm today.The log ride was pretty relaxing and sprayed mist of water on you so that was well needed seeing how hot it is.Kaydence,Legend and Davon are having such a great time together we’re currently headed to the farm house  that’s the last exhibit for the zoo and we’ll be back on the expressway.At this point I’m upset and highly angry I just stepped in goose poop the kids are brushing the goats Anastacia,Mariah and Tressa are taking photos of the kids.It’s currently 3:38 we unfortunately said our good byes to cousin Tressa and on our way home I’ll be driving so I’ll be tired afterwards and sleepy.It’s currently 7:46 pm I’m going to give me and my son a bath and watch Netflix to we pass out.

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Day 5 July 11,2022 I’ve been getting some of the best sleep of my life since I got my new bed I don’t even remember going to sleep,But I do however remember plopping on the bed after my long weekend. Today is Monday and I’m back to my daily routine I have a massage today at 11:15 am. I have to take my youngest son home today.It’s literally 6:46 am and I’m reading and taking notes for my Anthropology class.The days I tend to wake up early I usually take that time to get a jump start on my assignments.With being disabled it takes me quite some time and I try to stay ahead on everything as much as possible.So it’s currently 11:08 a.m I’m walking in to my massage the massage is very essential to my life so I hardly ever miss.Without the massage therapy my body gets tight and tense and makes it hard for me to do things the average person is capable of.The days I don’t have massage I usually take hot showers and do a lot of stretching and exercise.My massage was a success I feel awesome I’m headed home now to shower it’s 12:19 the shower usually makes me feel even better plus I’m usually covered in coconut and mint oil which I prefer not to walk around smelling like.Walking inside my house I was greeted by my son and grandmother both in good spirits . I’ve showered now and gotten myself dressed I’m taking my son home now and I’ll come back home and do some more homework.Currently the time is 3:43 I’m back home now and I plan on doing homework for the day I just ate a bag of Cheetos I rarely eat a lot .Finally dozing off I’m exhausted I’ve literally been sitting here doing assignments for class it’s 10:02 I’m going to bed now.

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Day 6 July 12, 2022. Today is Tuesday and although I have a few errands to run I’m doing the bare minimum today. I just finished showering and getting dressed I absolutely have no plans for today but homework.The time is currently 10:41 a.m and I’m currently reading over Padlet discussions from my fellow classmates, I’ve actually already submitted mines but I do like reading over other classmates discussions so I can also give them great feedback.My son has drivers training today at 2pm so I’m going to just sit here and do homework until it’s almost time to leave. I picked my son up and took him to drivers training on Pierson rd there’s was car accident so I had to take a longer route home. I’m currently backed in my driveway doing homework until my son gets out at 4 pm. Its currently 2:11 pm so I have a little time to get some more work done.Just dropped my son off at home and I’m currently at McDonald’s I ordered a bacon quarter pounder meal that’s the only thing that seems to fill me up with a Sprite the time is 4:36 pm and I’m actually headed back home until my girlfriend Anastacia gets off work and I usually drive to Davison and stay the night with her and son Davon and plus she’s preparing spaghetti tonight. The spaghetti was beyond delicious Davon is went to sleep at 9:30 and Anastacia and I our watching Man from Toronto starring Kevin Hart until we pass out the time is currently 10:47 pm.

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Day 7 Wednesday July 13,2022  today is a very significant day for me and my family.My Granpa who passed away Dec 18, 2001 birthday is today and every year my mom, grandmother and I always go to Gracelawn cemetery to celebrate his memory.I woke up this morning at 4:19 am.Since that time I’ve been transferring my notes to Padlet a app in which my Anthropology class uses for assignments and discussions. The time is currently 7:23 a.m I just text my girlfriend good morning and brush my teeth. Currently it’s 7:44 am I’m going to take a nap before my family and I go to visit my grandpa gravesite.I’ve finally woke back up it’s currently 1:13 pm my mom is gone to grab balloons and me and my grandma are currently waiting for her to get back.My mom has made it home and we’re headed to the cemetery to place balloons out of respect and pay tribute to the anchor of our family my grandpa.We are currently headed home I have to pick my cousin up and take him to work at 6 it’s currently 3:16 pm and we’re headed back home. I’m going to shower and get dressed for the day my girlfriend should be off soon.Ive finally got my self showered for the day I’m going sit here and finish doing work on Padlet to my mom finish’s up cooking it’s currently 4:26 pm I’ve leave here around 5:20 pm to take my cousin to work.Well my mom hasn’t finished cooking I’m driving to go get my cousin for work.It’s currently 6:14 pm I’m back home and the food is done. I piled my plate with plenty of pepper steak and rice. I’m beyond starving and haven’t eaten anything all day.Pepper steak is one of my favorite foods by far it’s something about rice I just love since I was a kid. I’m currently done eating and I’m headed to my girlfriends house for the night and watch movies and catch up on each other day it’s 7:49 pm.I’ve arrived at Anastacia house and we’re both actually tired today we’re watching Stranger things Davon has taken his medicine and we’re ready for bed she has work in the Am so we’ll be sleep soon it’s currently 9:52 pm.

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Over the last 7 days you can clearly see that my life really isn’t too extravagant. I rarely go places but if I do it’s typically with my family. I’m very big on family relationships and that is something I hold very close to my heart.

I love traveling so taking the kids out of town for some fun is typically a normal thing for me because seeing my family happy is what keeps me going.Many of times due to my schedule and school I’m always busy but no matter what for my family I always make time. This Challenge was pretty cool to say the least because it makes you consider every moment of the day.Often we live life and tend not to reflect on all the moments of our daily lives.Rather it be from entertainment, food, employment, this challenge really made me think deeper into many of the daily activities we hardly ever notice us engaging in.

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New thing/Unthing

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The technology I chose to give up was television. Many days at home I’m watching TV especially SportsCenter. I never turn my tv off so many of nights the noise from my the tv effects the sleep cycle of others in my home.After the first four hours and explaining to my 3 year old why we weren’t  watching tv this weekend had to be probably the hardest thing to do. I had to fight the urge to watch my favorite morning sports show “ Inside Take” with Skip Bayless one of the best sports analysts in the world.

However despite my urge to watch tv I had previously planned a series of events and leisure activities for me and my son to participate in in order to make time fly by.Our first activity involved pour in painting using canvases.So seeing that today is a nice day I figured we would paint for a few hours outside in the back yard.After we painted 2 canvases a piece I let my son ride his big wheel as I followed behind on my bike and before I even looked up we had been riding around for at least 2 hours.The sun is currently beating us down,While we play fight in the yard with styrofoam swords just to kill some time before I take him to the park like I promise.After getting us showered and dressed me and my son took a 4 hour super nap.After our nap we drove to Cranbrook apartments to celebrate the life and memory of my great Aunt.While at the ceremony my son had the opportunity to play at the park with family eat and tire himself out so this is how our Saturday night will continue.

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Another day and I’m currently second guessing my decision to eliminate tv.The house has been super quiet and peaceful but I miss my “SportsCenter” although I get notifications sent to my phone it definitely hasn’t been the same.

Today however was another fun filled event day. I woke up this morning super early because I didn’t really sleep that well. I literally tossed and turned and I honestly believe it’s from not having my tv on if I had to take a guess. I made us breakfast in the morning which included waffles with peaches cinnamon, sugar and Reddi whip with a side of grits, eggs and bacon.Afterwards I took my son outside to play while I cut down twigs and branches  in my backyard.Today is also my niece open house from 3-8 so we’ll be with my family the most part of the day compensating for the lack of television we’ve been having.

The open house was awesome there was an assortment of food, snacks, 2 cakes and a ice cream truck I thought was pretty cool.The location came with a trail and a park for the kids to play,So after eating my mom, son and I did some well needed playing as we were kids.

Overall taking a break from television wasn’t that easy the first few hours,However having all this extra time showed me that it’s other activities that I actually enjoy and can compensate for the lack of tv watched. I think if I actually continued this experience I would actually lose my mind. I’m actually not big on watching tv but I’m a huge sports fanatic and I need my daily dosage of “SportsCenter”.

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In contrast I can say this project made me be a lot more productive and utilizing the hours of a complete full day.Without television I can say I’ve gain a little bit more sense of urgency these last few days but it’s something I don’t see me giving up anytime soon.Even though I’m not big on television this made me realize how much I take it for granted rather I utilize it or not. I would have to say I miss “SportsCenter” the most when giving up television .Overall this challenge was very eye opening and showed me really how much I depend on television.

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Many times when we hear the word handicap, we assume the loss, or lack thereof. When in contrast we should focus more on the things that people are able to do rather the lack of. Over the weekend I had the opportunity to engage in some very hard and intense tennis matches with some of most influential and thriving quadriplegics in the state of Michigan.

Struck by a drunk driver myself it left me paralyzed for 6 months, Three years later this is something I still find myself pushing through and trying  to manage. I work with many patients throughout the state and many times we educate each other about our injuries. I personally have a incomplete C2-C4 spinal tear which prevents the range of motion my arms can go. However the eye opener is that even though thousands of people have this same exact injury many of our symptoms are completely different.Often people who go through a spinal cord injury don’t fully recovery.Some are committed to wheelchairs and walkers while others are limited in how much time they can be on their feet,While others may suffer from bladder and boils issues while suffering from a TBI or traumatic brain injury.

So for months I’ve always wanted to participate in wheelchair tennis. Hearing all the stories from my patients made me even more eager to participate.Watching people like myself who aren’t capable of walking ,etc, Simply enjoying other aspects of life is very encouraging to me so I finally took up my buddy Kelly who also is an quadriplegic but plays all tennis all the time.Personally I had a few questions I needed answers to.Like how do you steer the wheelchair and hit the tennis ball for starters.

1. 7:45 Left home and jumped on the expressway headed to Midland

2. 8:41 arrived at Greater Midland Tennis center.

3. 8:47 met up with Eric my Recreational therapist outside and talked about how excited I was to finally have the opportunity to play against some real tennis players with similar injuries as myself.

4. 9:15 everyone is currently lingering in while I’m taking laps in this weightless wheelchair.Unlike most wheelchairs the wheels are positioned in a odd angle and the rim’s of the chair are covered in fiberglass so tennis balls won’t get wedge in between the tires

5. 9:38 we currently just picked 4 man teams.My team consists of Kelly,Gavin and Irwin. The ceiling lights are making the whole court hot and I’m actually already sweating.

6. 10:26 we just currently finished our first game and surprisingly we won by one point.

7. 10:45 I’m currently sitting in my wheelchair waiting to see who we play next. Im in amazement right now watching this match.These guys are awesome there moving super fast , hitting the ball at lightning speeds and quite frankly I’m getting a bit nervous.

8. 11:14 It’s our semi final match and we’re still a bit tired from the first one. Kelly,Gavin and Irwin are all red and sweaty too I really wish this place was Air conditioned but we’re ready for this.

9. 12:03 Currently my gold team is undefeated this last match was a piece of cake my defense played a major part in the match .We had some great communication skills out there like a real team.Blue team tried there hardest to score but we locked in on defense Gavin scored 2 points for us and Kelly scored the game winner.She hit the tennis ball so hard one of the blue team members had to duck really fast.

10. 12:41 we’re ready for the championship this is literally harder than I ever expected.Initially before coming I didn’t think about the multi tasking of holding your tennis racket,while steering and hitting a tennis ball.But we’re all extremely exhausted but in good spirits having good vibes enjoying our time together.

1:33 WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS from the start the other team were hammering us but they couldn’t score. I scored my team first points and Irwin stole the show.He said he knew we had a good team so he wanted to save his energy for the last game.Irwin scored the remaining of team’s points in pretty nice fashion might I add he was all over the place saving the day.So we gave him the MVP trophy for being the most valuable player on offense and defense.

Overall my experience was a huge success.The fact we all embrace our Spinal cord injuries and the lifestyle of being quadriplegics was beyond awesome. Often times we’re are ridicule and criticize about the things we aren’t able to do.So I feel like this was definitely a great way to demonstrate to others outside of our community that despite our handicaps we are still outgoing and productive individuals like anyone else.Personally this experience was a eye opener for me and showed me that despite this unfortunate injury there are many people just like me who don’t allow negative situations to affect the long haul of our lives.Great experience.

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Wheelchair Tennis Classification & Categories

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There are two sport classes in wheelchair tennis. The 'Open' Class is for athletes with permanent impairment of one or both legs, but with normal arm function. The 'Quad' Class is for athletes with additional restrictions in the playing arm, which limits the ability to handle the racquet and manoeuvre the wheelchair.

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This is a brief overview of the sport classes and is in no way legally binding. In all cases the sport specific classification rules will take precedence. Should this page be out of date please contact classification@paralympic.org.

There are two sport classes in wheelchair tennis.

The 'Open' Class is for athletes with permanent impairment of one or both legs, but with normal arm function.

The 'Quad' Class is for athletes with additional restrictions in the playing arm, which limits the ability to handle the racquet and manoeuvre the wheelchair.

ELIGIBLE IMPAIRMENT TYPES
Impaired muscle power
Athetosis
Impaired passive range of movement
Hypertonia
Limb deficiency
Ataxia
Leg length difference

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Wheelchair Tennis Classification & Categories

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This is a brief overview of the sport classes and is in no way legally binding. In all cases the sport specific classification rules will take precedence. Should this page be out of date please contact classification@paralympic.org. There are two sport classes in wheelchair tennis.

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Overall my experience was awesome.Initially I was a bit nervous in the beginning but my Occupational therapist Kelly reassured me that I would be perfectly fine.People like Gavin where extremely pivotal in my learning process.He took the time to give me tips on how to maneuver the wheelchair while holding the racket.Gavin also enlighten me that every one who participated in tennis were also involved in car accidents as well.Hearing this was very informal because it made me have a greater respect and appreciation for them,Seeing that we all have been affected by the same tragedy.Irwin also chime in and stated that me and him are both C2-C5 spinal cord injury patients.But he also enlighten me that he struggles with his speech and the use of his lower extremities,While I on the other hand struggle with my fine motor skills or the use of my hands. I really thought that the camaraderie was awesome despite the personal battles we face on a daily basis. I would honestly do this again in a heartbeat.Participating in this project was definitely an eye opener. It help me gain an better understanding of myself as a quadriplegic and the opportunities that exist for us.Participating in this challenge broaden my horizons on the many complications us as quadriplegic face on a regular,While educating and demonstrating that despite our injuries anything is possible.