The VISTA Conference is a biennial conference designed to promote and advance the mission, goals, objectives and reputation of the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) and provides a platform for sport scientists to meet with experts in the field of sport for athletes with a disability.

The first VISTA Conference took place in Jasper, Canada in 1993. The success of this conference led to two further conferences in Köln, Germany (1999) and Bollnäs, Sweden (2003). An identified need for greater opportunities to discuss and exchange knowledge has seen the VISTA Conference become a biennial event.

The fourth VISTA Conference was held in Bonn, Germany, home of the IPC Headquarters, from 6 to 7 May 2006.

The theme of this conference was “CLASSIFICATION – SOLUTIONS FOR THE FUTURE”. For further information, please see:

• VISTA 2006 Flyer
• Detailed Programme
• Abstract Booklet
• VISTA Conference Proceedings

Objectives

• To provide a forum for exchange on current information, research initiatives and expertise related to classification in Paralympic Sport and the Paralympic Movement.
• To enhance and promote cross-disciplinary professional interaction among sport scientists, coaches, classifiers, athletes and sport administrators.

Aims

• To broaden the knowledge among leaders in the field around the world.
• To create incentives for new initiatives, example of methods and best practice, leading to further enhancement of the Paralympic movement.
• To promote and advance the mission, goals, objectives and reputation of the IPC.

Target groups

• Sports Scientists and Researchers
• Classifiers
• Coaches/Trainers
• Sports Administrators
• Athletes

Please note: If you or your organization is interested in hosting a VISTA Conference in the future, please see the VISTA 2009 Conference Bid Document . For further information, please contact the IPC at info@paralympic.org.