Sport Exposure Program

The Sport Exposure Program refers to efforts that Momentum will make to create opportunities for physically disabled individuals to try different sports.  We believe in the mental and physical benefits of an active life and will seek ways to create partnerships that will provide equipment, support and access to sport for those who may not have experienced it before.

An example of this is the GF Strong Bike Program.  This program was created by the Momentum Foundation to provide access to real bicycles for newly disabled individuals in rehab programs at GF Strong.  Patients can experience bicycling safely with their physiotherapists, first on a stationary trainer and, as their confidence develops, outdoors.  Thus cycling, and exercise becomes a part of the physiotherapy progression.

Momentum created the program by bringing on a local sponsor, the Bike Gallery.  The local sponsor procures equipment at a discount and shares in the successes of the program by becoming a valued and appreciated donor to the hospital community.  In the end the program is a win-win-win for all involved.