Alpine skiing

Paralympic alpine skiing events are similar to those contested at the Olympic Games. Male and female racers compete in each of the four major alpine disciplines - downhill, super-G, giant slalom and slalom.

Athletes with lower or upper limb disabilities compete in these events as do visually impaired athletes, who are directed down the course by guides. More

Biathlon

This event combines the endurance of cross-country skiing with the concentration and steady nerves of marksmanship. Athletes with varying degrees of disability compete in the biathlon. Vision-impaired athletes use a laser rifle and acoustic sensor while shooting and a guide while skiing. More

Cross-Country Skiing

The cross-country skiing competition includes events for athletes of varying disabilities. Athletes use classical or freestyle technique, depending on the event. The athletes compete both individually and as a team on tracks ranging between 2.5 to 20 kilometres. More

Sledge Hockey

Sledge hockey is a version of hockey for male athletes with disabilities. Players compete using a two-bladed sledge and two playing sticks, one to propel themselves on the ice and the other to shoot, pass and handle the puck. More

Wheelchair Curling

Wheelchair curling is similar to traditional curling. Male and female players use the same stones, playing on the same sheets of ice and with most of the same rules. More