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adaptive sports around the nation
Achilles International
Boston Athletic Association Para Athletes
We are a global organization helping people in over 18 countries find connection and participate in athletic programs. We have many programs such as the Achilles Freedom Team serving wounded veterans, Achilles kids helping children with disabilities train and participate in races, TriAchilles team which expands into swimming and cycling and our signature Hope & Possibility Race which happens in many cities worldwide.
Boston Athletic Association Para Athletes
Boston Athletic Association Para Athletes
The Adaptive Program for runners provides support for those with intellectual, visual, or physical impairments in order for them to participate in the Boston marathon. There are qualifications that must be met.
- 18 years and older
- Visual Impairment 5:00:00
- Intellectual or Physical impairment 6:00:00
Those with a visual impairment may have up to 2 guide runners with them on the marathon course
Those with physical or intellectual impairments are allowed 1 support runner on the marathon course
Envision Blind Sports
Thid non-profit organization is based in Pennsylvania. It's goal is to provide sport and physical activity opportunities for individuals who are blind or visually impaired to promote lifelong wellness. They strive to increase awareness of blind sports.
Serve as a resource for athletes, families, schools, and communities
to increase the number of opportunities available for blind athletes.
National Beep Baseball Association
An organization committed to fostering competition and camaraderie through the game of beep baseball for the blind and visually impaired.
The Para Guide Foundation
Founded in 2017 in Charlotte, North Carolina providing accessibility, inclusion, and equity to athletes. Offer a sighted guide to participate in running, cycling, swimming, and other group activities.
Running Blind WeC4U
Founded by Hal Wolff whom has worked with the visually impaired for over a decade. Largely based in the SE Michigan area but also expanding and helping people around the country as well. Helping to grow confidence by learning skills and having the support to continue sports and hobbies through their visual impairment or other disability.
Sportable
Founded in 2005, Sportable offers a variety of competitive and recreational adaptive sports programs for individuals with physical disabilities, visual impairments, and those requiring physical accommodations through sport, recreation, health, and wellness.
Located in central Virginia.
United In Stride
Founded in 2015, we strive to match a guide to visually impaired walkers and runners. We provide a large database of guides so that whether at home or on vacation our visual impaired community can have access to a guide and be able to participate in outdoor athletic activities.
U.S. Association of Blind Athletes
U.S. Association of Blind Athletes
The United States Association of Blind Athletes empowers Americans who are blind and visually impaired to experience life-changing opportunities in sports, recreation and physical activities, thereby educating and inspiring the nation.
Membership fee:
Adults $50 annually
Youth (21&under) $40 annually
Lifetime membership $250
Blogs on traveling/hiking while visually impaired
Blind Travels
A blog by Ted Tahquechi about how to safely hike a trail when visually impaired.
adaptive sports in arizona
Ability 360
Phoenix, Az
The Sports & Fitness center offers adaptive sports, recreation, aquatic and other fitness programs for people with disabilities and their families.
- Adaptive Climbing This equipment is predominantly for people with paralysis, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, or others with limited use of their lower extremities.
ACBVI Adventures
Phoenix, Az
The ACBVI Adventure Series is all about stepping outside comfort zones and embracing life to the fullest.
The have activities such as kayaking, hiking, rock climbing, and skiing for participants of all experience levels. Each activity is guided by trained volunteers and staff, dedicated to ensuring a safe, enjoyable, and empowering experience for all.
Adaptive Athletics (University of Arizona)
Tucson, Az
The University of Arizona offers 7 competitive adaptive athletic teams. They are open to students as well as community members. The teams are very competitive and coaching staff will deem eligibility and national standards for classification need to be met as well. There are also scholarships available for students.
The sports offered are listed below:
- Men's wheelchair basketball
- Women's wheelchair basketball
- Track and Roadracing
- Wheelchair Tennis
- Para swimming
- Golf
- Para Triathalon
Arizona Disabled Sports
Mesa, Az
Non-profit organization that provides sports and recreational activities for people with disabilities. Based in Mesa but allows people from all over the state to join. It provides sports training and competition year round.
- Intellectual Disabilities 8 years + older
- Physical Disabilities 6 years + older
- Participants of the adaptive programs will pay a registration fee for each sport prices vary.
City of Chandler Adaptive recreation
City of Chandler Adaptive recreation
Chandler, Az
The Adaptive recreation program provides opportunities that welcome children and their families of all abilities. It has a variety of activities and events that encourage participants to engage in activities that promote socialization, skill development, and physical activity. From arts and crafts to cooking to social outings there’s always fun for everyone.
City of Glendale Adaptive recreation
City of Chandler Adaptive recreation
Glendale, Az
Periodic recreation programs for youth and adults with special needs (physical, mental, emotional or social disabilities) are offered through the City of Glendale. There is bowling, swimming, dances, field trips and more. Make sure to check the website for which program is available today. Also supports Special Olympics Softball & Challenger Little League with City of Peoria.
City of Phoenix Adaptive recreation
Phoenix, Az
The City of Phoenix Adaptive Recreation Program offers safe, inclusive, and accessible recreational opportunities for all abilities; empowering individuals to lead meaningful lives and create a welcoming environment of acceptance and belonging.
Telephone Pioneers of America Park features two beep-baseball fields (for visually impaired), therapeutic heated pool, wheelchair-accessible playground, 18-station exercise course, racquetball, volleyball, tennis, basketball, shuffleboard.
City of Scottsdale Adaptive recreation
Scottsale, Az
Adaptive Recreation provides fun, safe and meaningful social and recreational opportunities for participants with neuro and physical diversities. Using art, dance, music, life skills, recreation, and sports, the team provides opportunities to grow physically, emotionally, cognitively and socially.
City of Tempe Adaptive recreation
Tempe, Az
The Adaptive Recreation program is for youth and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Programs include bowling league, Camp Challenge, Friday night social activities, LEAP afterschool program, recreation classes, Special Olympics (City of Tempe delegation).
Foundation for Blind Children Adaptive Recreation S.H.A.R.P Program
Phoenix, Az
The Sports, Habilitation, Art & Recreation Program (SHARP) is an open-entry, open-exit program for blind and visually impaired school age children. This program is held on Saturdays during the school year and each week there is a different activity, such as goalball, beep baseball, cooking, art, fitness and more. The program provides multiple opportunities for blind and visually impaired children to develop hobbies, friends, interests and independence.
High Country Adaptive Sports
Flagstaff, Az
High Country Adaptive Sports is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2015 by a passionate group of outdoor enthusiasts who recognized a barrier to entry for people with disabilities when it came to experiencing Arizona’s mountains, forests, and waterways. They believe that regardless of physical or cognitive challenges everyone benefits from outdoor recreational activities. They offer year-round activities such as hiking, kayaking, rock climbing, mountain biking, and snow sports.
The Miracle League of Arizona
Scottsdale, Az
Provides a safe, successful and enjoyable baseball experience for children, teens and adults with disabilities or special needs. Ages 4 and older are placed in a league based on age and skill level and are matched with “buddies” (one-on-one friends/helpers).
adaptive sports in arizona
Rio Salado Rowing
Mesa/Tempe, Az
Non-profit organization that provides sports and recreational activities for people with disabilities. Based in Mesa but allows people from all over the state to join. It provides sports training and competition year round.
- Intellectual Disabilities 8 years + older
- Physical Disabilities 6 years + older
- Participants of the adaptive programs will pay a registration fee for each port prices vary.
Southern Arizona Adaptive Sports
Tucson, Az
Southern Arizona Adaptive Sports, strives to create opportunities for individuals with disabilities to engage in recreational and competitive sports. Their mission is to support the community through promotion and provision of fitness, recreation, and competitive sports opportunities for people with disabilities.
Velo Vets
Velo Vets
Sierra Vista, Az
Veterans helping other local disabled U.S. military veterans stay active. Ride 2x/week throughout the year. Anyone is welcome to join.