Webinar: PCI Para Sports Classification – Fundamentals & Pathways
Unlock the Foundation of Para Sports Classification
Join us for a high-impact webinar designed for professionals, students, and sport enthusiasts who want to understand the core principles of Para sports classification. Whether you're a physiotherapist, coach, PE educator, sports scientist, or aspiring classifier, this webinar offers the essential knowledge you need to navigate the Para sports ecosystem with confidence.
Classification is the backbone of fair competition in Para sports. This session will demystify how athletes are grouped, how eligibility is determined, and how classification impacts training, competition, and athlete development.
INR 999
INR-499 (including GST)
2 Hours (self-paced with live sessions)
A Webinar Designed by Experts in Para Sports
What You Will Learn
This webinar will cover:
- The purpose and philosophy of Para sports classification
- Impairment types and eligibility criteria
- Minimum Impairment Criteria (MIC) explained
- Classification processes across major Para sports
- National vs. international classification pathways
- Common misconceptions about Para sports
- Ethical responsibilities and fair-play principles
- How professionals can contribute to the classification ecosystem
- The pathway to becoming a classifier in India
Easy-to-understand explanations + real-world examples = the perfect introduction for beginners and professionals.
Why Attend This Webinar
- Learn directly from an internationally trained classifier
- Understand classification through simple, practical explanations
- Build professional knowledge valuable for your career and CV
- Gain clarity on how classification affects athlete performance
- Discover opportunities in India's growing Para sports sector
- Perfect introduction before joining the full PCI Para Sports Classification Fundamentals Course
Who is this WEBINAR for?
Physiotherapists & rehabilitation specialists
Sports scientists & strength-conditioning coaches
Coaches across all Para and able-bodied sports
Physical education teachers & educators
Students of sports science, physiotherapy, and allied health
Sports administrators, NGOs, and grassroots program leaders
Why This Webinar Matters
Para sports are rapidly evolving, and the demand for skilled classifiers, support staff, and informed professionals has never been higher. Misunderstood classification can impact athlete experience, eligibility, and competitive fairness. This course ensures you gain the correct, ethical, and up-to-date understanding of classification principles across multiple Para sports.
Whether you are a beginner or a professional seeking structured knowledge, this course will help you:
- Build clarity on the purpose, philosophy, and principles of Para sports classification
- Understand impairment types and sport-specific criteria
- Learn classification pathways used globally
- Support athletes with informed, evidence-based guidance
- Contribute to India’s long-term Para sports development vision
Gain Advantage From experts
Dr (Physio) Manish Rana
Dr. (Physio) Manish Rana is a leading expert in Para sports classification and athlete development in India. He currently serves as the Director of Sports Development & Performance and Head of Classification at the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI), where he oversees national classification programs, capacity-building initiatives, and education for classifiers across the country.
He is trained as a World Para Swimming International Classifier (Medical – Trainee) and a Level 2 World Para Athletics Classifier, with international experience working at the International Paralympic Committee in Bonn, Germany. His global exposure includes managing athlete data systems, supporting NPCs worldwide, and contributing to classification research and education.
Dr. Rana has played key roles at major competitions including the Paralympic Games Paris 2024, Asian Para Games, World Para Athletics Championships, and numerous national championships. His leadership at the Performance & Recovery Centre in Paris supported India’s best-ever Paralympic performance.
Academically, he holds an MSc in Musculoskeletal Sports Science & Health from Loughborough University (UK)and advanced physiotherapy qualifications from India. His clinical background includes serving as a Senior Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist at HCA Healthcare UK, treating elite athletes and high-performance professionals.
With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Rana is recognised for his blend of clinical expertise, international classification knowledge, and commitment to strengthening India’s Para sports ecosystem. He is widely regarded as one of the country’s most impactful emerging leaders in Para sport development.
How The WEBINAR Benifits You
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Flexibility & convenience of time and space and Receive a recognised certificate that adds value to your academic and professional profile.
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Gain a solid foundation in Para sports classification, enabling you to understand athlete eligibility, impairment groups, and sport classes with confidence
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Increase your opportunities within federations, sports organisations, rehabilitation centres, educational institutions, and high-performance systems.
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Gain insights into real-world cases from national and international events, helping you apply concepts practically.
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Strengthen your career pathway toward becoming a classifier, technical official, or Para sports specialist.
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Understand classification processes across major Para sports, making you more versatile as a coach, therapist, or sports professional.
Get Certified By Charkos Academy and Paralympic Committee of India (PCI)
Yes! You will get a webinar attendance certificate by Charkos Academy and PCI once you join the webinar.
FAQ
Who is this webinar for?
This course is designed for physiotherapists, sports scientists, coaches, PE teachers, students, rehabilitation professionals, and anyone interested in understanding Para sports and classification processes.
How will this webinar help my career?
You will gain knowledge that is highly valued in sports science, physiotherapy, coaching, and Para sports administration. It opens doors to roles such as classifier support, technical official, Para coach, and athlete development professional.
Do I need any prior knowledge of Para sports to join?
No. The webinar is beginner-friendly and starts with the fundamentals. Anyone with an interest in inclusive sport can join.
Will I become a certified classifier after completing this course?
This webinar provides the foundational knowledge required to begin your classifier journey. It does not certify you as a classifier, but it prepares you for further national or international classifier training.
Is the webinar recognised by the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI)?
Yes. The webinar is aligned with PCI’s goals for developing a skilled Para sports workforce, and the speaker is the Head of Classification at PCI.
Will I have the recording available for the webinar?
Yes the recording of the webinar will be available for 1 month post Webinar.
