A short course for disabled sports coaches is taking place in Dong Ha District, Quang Tri Province.

The course, which runs until April 26, has been organised by the provincial Paralympic Association and the East Meets West Foundation.

Organisers said the objective of the course was to train 18 coaches and 18 instructors about the specific needs of disabled athletes.

In addition to the training course, there will also be weekly classes in basketball, swimming, badminton, athletics, and sports and recreational events for people with disabilities.-VNS