No. Only those athletes applying for entry in a Para Athletics Division are required to hold a Para athletics classification. Athletes applying for entry into the Adaptive Program are not required to have a Para athletics classification but must possess an eligible impairment and provide documentation or have documentation already on file with the B.A.A. Learn More Para Athletes I am a runner with a physical impairment. Do I need a Para athletics classification in order to participate in the Boston Marathon? Use the Title for an admin friendly name so content authors can refer back to this FAQ item