Here’s how the game works. All players wear eye coverings, creating visual equality. Boundaries are marked on a volleyball court with taped-down rope so that players can feel the boundaries with their feet and hands. Three team members on each side bowl a ball the size of a basketball in an effort to get it past the other team. The ball contains bells so that defenders can hear it coming. You score a goal when the ball crosses your opponents’ goal line.
Berkeley’s Goalball class brings together sighted and blind students to learn the game and also study the theoretical framework by which sports and fitness opportunities impact the disability community. BORP provided coaching and referees for the course.
Whether you’re fit or not, competitive or not, goalball is a terrific opportunity to add movement and fun to your life. We play at all levels–from the competitive to the pure fun — in a cooperative and supportive atmosphere. If you are sighted and want to try goalball, come out and play on Wednesday evening. You’ll be amazed.
特殊需求
Our programs are for people with physical disabilities. Please contact for details.
交易
We want you to participate in BORP outings. Contact us and we can talk about payment plans or scholarships.