Boccia is an excellent game of skill
and strategy for athletes with all levels of physical
disability.
This is an ancient Italian game of lawn bowling
that resembles a giant game of marbles.
Boccia athletes are governed by the rules of the
National Disabled Sports Association.
Athletes are divided into ramp and non-ramp divisions
based upon specific classification.
A Boccia ramp can be used by an athlete in lieu
of tossing the ball if the player cannot grip
the ball. The ramp can be manually moved by the
athlete or an assistant, if needed.
Boccia is an excellent game of strategy and skill
and many of the contests are very exciting. The
bocce season generally runs July through October.
There is no cost for participating in this program,
but annual membership in the NDSA is a requirement
for competition.
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