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Local Athletes Who Are Blind Train For Triathlons In Portland And Vancouver (Photo) - 04/10/26

The Northwest Association for Blind Athletes (NWABA) is hosting adaptive training events in the Portland/Vancouver region this spring, supporting athletes who are blind or visually impaired as they prepare for upcoming triathlons.

 

Media are invited to attend this Sunday’s Run/Walk event at Captain Clark Park in Washougal (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM) to capture the training in action and interview an NWABA spokesperson and athlete preparing for a triathlon.

 

The digital media kit for triathlon training is available here. 

 

Please let me know if you plan to attend or would like additional information.

 

Haley Ellison 

 

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

Local Athletes Who Are Blind Train for Triathlons in Portland and Vancouver

 

VANCOUVER, WA — April 10, 2026 — Northwest Association for Blind Athletes (NWABA) is bringing its adaptive sports programming to the Portland/Vancouver region this April, supporting athletes who are blind or visually impaired as they train for upcoming triathlons.

 

Now in its fourth year participating in regional triathlons, NWABA continues to expand opportunities for athletes to build confidence, independence, and community through sport.

 

From April through July, NWABA will host a series of training events, including runs and walks, tandem biking, and hiking, to prepare athletes for the Columbia River Triathlon on August 8, hosted by Why Racing Events. Athletes are supported by volunteers who serve as guides, helping participants safely navigate each activity.

 

“What makes these programs so powerful is the partnership between our athletes and volunteer guides, and the community that forms around them,” said Billy Henry, Founder and CEO of NWABA. “Our athletes show incredible determination and courage, and our guides are right there beside them as teammates. Together, they create an environment where athletes can push boundaries and accomplish goals they may not have thought possible.”

 

Training for the Triathlon Experience


NWABA’s programming is designed to prepare athletes for the full triathlon experience, building endurance, learning new skills, and gaining confidence across multiple disciplines. From swimming and cycling to running and hiking, athletes are supported every step of the way by trained staff and volunteers.

 

Each training session contributes to measurable progress while reinforcing the independence and resilience needed to compete.

  • 8–10 athletes in the Portland and Vancouver region have completed the triathlon each year, with 11 athletes currently training for 2026

  • Each NWABA athlete is supported by a dedicated one-to-one volunteer guide

  • NWABA continues to see growing participation year over year across its triathlon program

These experiences go beyond competition, giving athletes who are blind or visually impaired the confidence to redefine what’s possible in both sport and everyday life.

 

To learn more about NWABA’s programming or find an event near you, visit www.nwaba.org.

 

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About NWABA

The mission of Northwest Association for Blind Athletes is to provide life-changing opportunities through sports and physical activity to individuals who are blind and visually impaired. Today, NWABA is a rapidly expanding 501(c)(3) charitable organization that provides more than 5,000 program and service interactions to children, youth, adults, and military veterans with visual impairments through tailored programming which improves self-confidence and self-esteem, promotes independence, creates an inclusive community of supporters, and builds the skills necessary to succeed in all areas of life including school and employment.

Attached Media Files: Triathlon,

Local Athletes Who Are Blind Train For Triathlons In Portland And Vancouver (Photo) - 04/10/26

The Northwest Association for Blind Athletes (NWABA) is hosting adaptive training events in the Portland/Vancouver region this spring, supporting athletes who are blind or visually impaired as they prepare for upcoming triathlons.

 

Media are invited to attend this Sunday’s Run/Walk event at Captain Clark Park in Washougal (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM) to capture the training in action and interview an NWABA spokesperson and athlete preparing for a triathlon.

 

The digital media kit for triathlon training is available here. 

 

Please let me know if you plan to attend or would like additional information.

 

Haley Ellison 

 

--

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

Local Athletes Who Are Blind Train for Triathlons in Portland and Vancouver

 

VANCOUVER, WA — April 10, 2026 — Northwest Association for Blind Athletes (NWABA) is bringing its adaptive sports programming to the Portland/Vancouver region this April, supporting athletes who are blind or visually impaired as they train for upcoming triathlons.

 

Now in its fourth year participating in regional triathlons, NWABA continues to expand opportunities for athletes to build confidence, independence, and community through sport.

 

From April through July, NWABA will host a series of training events, including runs and walks, tandem biking, and hiking, to prepare athletes for the Columbia River Triathlon on August 8, hosted by Why Racing Events. Athletes are supported by volunteers who serve as guides, helping participants safely navigate each activity.

 

“What makes these programs so powerful is the partnership between our athletes and volunteer guides, and the community that forms around them,” said Billy Henry, Founder and CEO of NWABA. “Our athletes show incredible determination and courage, and our guides are right there beside them as teammates. Together, they create an environment where athletes can push boundaries and accomplish goals they may not have thought possible.”

 

Training for the Triathlon Experience


NWABA’s programming is designed to prepare athletes for the full triathlon experience, building endurance, learning new skills, and gaining confidence across multiple disciplines. From swimming and cycling to running and hiking, athletes are supported every step of the way by trained staff and volunteers.

 

Each training session contributes to measurable progress while reinforcing the independence and resilience needed to compete.

  • 8–10 athletes in the Portland and Vancouver region have completed the triathlon each year, with 11 athletes currently training for 2026

  • Each NWABA athlete is supported by a dedicated one-to-one volunteer guide

  • NWABA continues to see growing participation year over year across its triathlon program

These experiences go beyond competition, giving athletes who are blind or visually impaired the confidence to redefine what’s possible in both sport and everyday life.

 

To learn more about NWABA’s programming or find an event near you, visit www.nwaba.org.

 

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About NWABA

The mission of Northwest Association for Blind Athletes is to provide life-changing opportunities through sports and physical activity to individuals who are blind and visually impaired. Today, NWABA is a rapidly expanding 501(c)(3) charitable organization that provides more than 5,000 program and service interactions to children, youth, adults, and military veterans with visual impairments through tailored programming which improves self-confidence and self-esteem, promotes independence, creates an inclusive community of supporters, and builds the skills necessary to succeed in all areas of life including school and employment.

Attached Media Files: Triathlon,