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Back wheel balance programme

Back wheel balance can help you build confidence and control. Learn the basics of back wheel control, including holding the position, moving backwards and tackling stairs.

These are advanced skills to go slowly, be safe and always practice with another person that can help you.

Step 1

Static back wheel balance in your wheelchair

Wheelchair Skills Training

Safely balance your wheelchair on the back wheels. Get step-by-step guidance from our wheelchair skills experts. Take it slowly and be safe!

Step 2

Moving your wheelchair in back wheel balance

Wheelchair Skills Training

Move safely and smoothly while balanced on the back wheels of your wheelchair with our expert guide. NOTE: practice advanced wheelchair skills with someone else

Step 3

Travelling down steps in your wheelchair

Wheelchair Skills Training

Essential techniques for safely travelling down steps in a wheelchair. Always get extra support to safely travel down steps in your wheelchair.

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