BAI BAI Adaptive Archery & Inclusion

Question 1

What is the primary goal of adaptive archery as recognized by USA Archery?

Accepted Answer

To ensure individuals of all abilities can participate in archery through appropriate accommodations

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To create separate competitive tracks for disabled athletes only

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To simplify archery rules to the point where it no longer resembles the sport

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To limit participation to those with minor physical limitations only

Question 2

A student using a wheelchair wants to participate in an archery class. A BAI instructor should first:

Accepted Answer

Assess the student's individual needs and available accommodations on the range

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Refer the student to a specialist adaptive archery program exclusively

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Assume the student cannot participate safely without medical clearance

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Modify the shooting line for all students to accommodate the wheelchair user

Question 3

Which piece of adaptive equipment allows an archer with limited hand grip to hold a recurve bow?

Accepted Answer

A bow sling or strap-on grip device

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A lighter arrow shaft

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A shorter draw length bow only

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A crossbow conversion kit

Question 4

How should a BAI instructor approach language when discussing a student's disability in an inclusive archery class?

Accepted Answer

Use person-first language and follow the student's own preference

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Use medical terminology to show knowledge

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Avoid any reference to disability to prevent awkwardness

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Use disability-specific labels to categorize students for planning purposes

Question 5

What is a reasonable first accommodation for an archer with a visual impairment participating in a beginner class?

Accepted Answer

Use tactile guides, verbal cueing, and a sighted shooting partner

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Exclude the student from range activities for safety

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Allow the student to shoot from a much closer distance without any other changes

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Require the student to use a specialized electronic sight system immediately

Question 6

Under USA Archery's inclusive participation guidelines, who is responsible for initiating accommodation planning for a student with a disability?

Accepted Answer

The BAI instructor, ideally in consultation with the student and caregivers

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The student's medical provider

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USA Archery headquarters directly

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The student's school or referring organization exclusively