35 Young Para-Athletes Experience Sports and Plan Careers at Icheon National Training Center

2026 Summer Sports Camp for Young Para-Athletes to Be Held

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, together with the Korea Paralympic Committee, will hold the "2026 Summer Sports Camp for Young Para-Athletes" from July 22 to July 28 at the Icheon National Training Center.

This camp will be attended by 35 promising young para-athletes. Participants will have the opportunity to experience a variety of sports, discover their aptitudes, develop basic skills required for athletes, and design their future career paths.

During the camp, participants can try out 14 different sports, including athletics, badminton, wheelchair basketball, wheelchair tennis, table tennis, swimming, rowing, and archery. National team-level coaches in each discipline will tailor the programs to the specific disabilities and athletic abilities of the participants, helping them gain experience in a diverse range of events.

A special mentoring session, "Dialogue with Mentors," will also be held featuring national athletes who have competed in the Paralympic Games and Asian Para Games. Participants can freely discuss their athletic careers and career paths with their senior athletes, allowing them to clarify their goals and gain motivation.

Programs to support academic and career planning will also be provided. Information will be offered on newly established special sports middle and high schools, as well as college admissions for athletes with sporting talents. In addition, special lectures for parents of Paralympians will be held to share necessary experiences and information about athlete development and career planning.

Kang Daegum, Sport Cooperation Officer at the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, stated, "This camp will serve as precious nourishment for young para-athletes, helping them to go beyond their limits and grow into future Paralympians. Based on this camp, the Ministry is committed to continuously discovering outstanding para-athletes, strengthening the athlete development system, and expanding the foundation for these young talents to become future national representatives. We will also spare no effort in supporting para-students across the country so they can enjoy sports and pursue their dreams without barriers."

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