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Climbing means so much to so many…

Philippe Ribière was born in Martinique with the Rubinstein-Taby syndrome and abandoned by his biological parents. A foster family raised him in France. He underwent multiple surgeries as a child performed to ensure mobility and the autonomy to successfully attend regular schools. Yet the access to normality did not quench his thirst for challenge and in 1994 he discovered that climbing could turn his disability into an asset and could pave the road toward complete social integration and recognition. For the last ten years he has attended the most important climbing contests in the world and also developed lectures and events. More than overcoming physical restrictions, and turning them into assets for success Philippe Ribière‘s true achievements are his ability to communicate and convey his energy, happiness, and positive message.

Paradox Sports Speaking Series Presents: Three Men, Three Histories, One Goal

Paradox Sports is proud to announce three evenings of unique stories from three physically disabled, but truly inspiring individuals. Chad Butrick, Timmy O’Neill and Philippe Ribière each share 20-minutes on the adaptive process in life and climbing. Join these three men as they share their extraordinary stories and their one goal: to adapt, thrive and inspire.

Dates & Locations:

• November 9th, Colorado Springs, Colorado College Campus, Packard Hall, 7:00pm

http://www.coloradocollege.edu/welcome/campus_map/

• November 10th, Ft Collins, CSU Campus, Clark Building A101, 7:00pm

http://www.map.colostate.edu/map-left.aspx

• November 11th, Boulder, CU Campus, Eaton Humanities room 1B50, 7:00pm

http://www.colorado.edu/campusmap/map.html?bldg=HUMN

Show your support! Admission is $5.00 and all proceeds go towards supporting the mission of Paradox Sports.

Each night will also include a massive raffle!  Don’t miss it!