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MILITARY ADAPTIVESPORTS RESOURCES

2 Military Adaptive Sports Manual

INDEXIndex 2About Warfighter Sports 3Sports Offered 4-5National Adaptive Sport Organizations 6-9Community Based Adaptive Sport Organizations 10-23Equipment Resources 24-25Competition and Paralympic Development 26-27

3Military Adaptive Sports Manual

ABOUT WARFIGHTER SPORTS

Warfighter Sports, a program of Disabled Sports USA, offers sports rehabilitation for wounded warriors with permanent physical disabilities in military hospitals and communities across the U.S. in partnership with a nationwide network of over 125 community-based chapters. Since 1967, Disabled Sports USA has proudly served wounded warriors, including those injured in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, offering over 50 winter and summer sports at more than 100 events each year. Warfighter Sports rebuilds lives through sports by improving self-confidence, promoting independence and uniting families through shared healthy activities.

Contributions cover all expenses for participation of the warrior and a family member, including individualized adaptive instruction and adaptive sports equipment. Since 2003, more than 12,000 of the most severely wounded and their families have been served, including those with amputations, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, visual impairments, and significant nerve and muscle damage. For more information, visit warfightersports.org.

Challenge Magazine is a publication of Disabled Sports USA, providing adaptive sports information to adults and children with disabilities, including those who are visually impaired, amputees, spinal cord injured (paraplegic and quadriplegic), and those who have multiple sclerosis, head injury, cerebral palsy, autism and other related intellectual disabilities. From those learning adaptive sports for the first time to dsiabled athletes on the US Paralympic team, Challenge Magazine encourages anyone with a disability to participate in sports!

Sign up for your free subscription of Challenge Magazine at challengemagazine.org!

This resource booklet may not include every adaptive sports organization available to veterans. This booklet should not be seen as an endorsement of the included organizations by Disabled Sports USA.

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Bre PodgorskiWarfighter Sports Program [email protected]

CHALLENGE MAGAZINE


SPORTSOFFERED


SPORTS OFFERED

Air RifleAlpine SkiArcheryBasketballBiathlonBocciaBowlingCanoeingClimbingCross-Country SkiingCurlingCyclingDanceDisc GolfDownhill SkiingDragon BoatingEquestrianFishingFly FishingGoalballGolfHand CyclingHikingHuntingKayak FishingKayakingLacrosseMartial ArtsMountain BikingNordic SkiPaddleboardingPower Soccer

RaftingRock ClimbingRowingRugbyRunningSailingScubaSkateboardingSled HockeySnowboardingSnowshoeingSoccerStand-Up (Amputee) HockeyStrength TrainingSurfingSwimmingTable TennisTai ChiTennisTrack & FieldTriathlonVolleyballWater AerobicsWater SkiingWheelchair BasketballWheelchair CurlingWheelchair FencingWheelchair RacingWheelchair RugbyWheelchair SoftballWhitewater RaftingYoga


NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

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NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

The following national organizations offer programming or adapted sport resources in multiple locations or services for disabled Veterans & Members of the Armed Forces living across the US.

Disabled Sports USA (Warfighter Sports)Multisportwarfightersports.org

1touch Project1Touch Self-Defense Workshops1touchproject.com/veteranspage.html

Achilles InternationalHandcycling, Runningachillesinternational.org

Adaptive Golf AcademyGolfadaptivegolfacademy.com

Adaptive Canoe AssociationCanoeing, Kayakingamericancanoe.org

Adaptive Sports USARunning, Triathlonadaptivesportsusa.org

Blinded Veterans AssociationIce Skatingbva.org/BVA/

Carlisle Academy Integrative Equine Therapy & SportsPara-Dressage, Para-Driving, Coach Developmentcarlisleacademymaine.com/veterans/

Challenged Athletes FoundationArchery, Cycling, Surfing, Triathlonoperationrebound.org

Freedom HuntersHunting Tripsfreedomhunters.org

Heroes On the WaterKayak Fishingheroesonthewater.org

Hope for the WarriorsOutdoor Adventure Activities, Raceshopeforthewarriors.org

Mission Redefined: VA Adaptive Sports ProgramMultisportva.gov/adaptivesports

National Amputee Golf AssociationGolfnagagolf.org

National Wheelchair Basketball AssociationWheelchair Basketballnwba.org

Oscar Mike FoundationMultisportoscarmike.org

Paradox SportsClimbingparadoxsports.org

Paralyzed Veterans of AmericaMultisportpva.org


Path InternationalEquinepathintl.org

Project Healing WatersFly Fishingprojecthealingwaters.org

Ride 2 RecoveryCyclingride2recovery.com

Salute Military Golf AssociationGolfsmga.org

Semper Fi FundMultisportsemperfifund.org

Military Warriors Support FoundationGolf, Hunting, Outdoor Recreationmilitarywarriors.org/skills4life

Team Red, White & BlueRunning, Triathlonteamrwb.org

Team River RunnerCanoeing, Kayakingteamriverrunner.org

Tee It Up for the TroopsGolfteeitupforthetroops.org

United States Association of Blind AthletesMultisportusaba.org

United States Curling Association, Inc.Wheelchair Curlingusacurl.org

United States Tennis AssociationTennisusta.com/en.home/play.html

University of Tennessee at ChattanoogaAdaptive Tai Chi Chuanadaptivetaichi.org/classes

US BiathlonBiathlon, Nordic Skiingteamusa.org/us-biathlon

US Paraequestrian AssociationEquestrianuspea.org

US Paralympics (Local Paralympic Sport Clubs)Multisportteamusa.org/US-Paralympics/find-a-club

US Quad RugbyRugbyquadrugby.com

US RowingRowingusrowing.org/domesticrowing/adaptiverowing

US SailingSailingussailing.org

USA ArcheryArcheryteamusa.org/USA-Archery/Programs/Adaptive-Archery

USA BadmintonPara-badmintonteamusa.org/USA-Badminton/Para/Schedule

USA BocciaBocciausaboccia.org

USA FencingWheelchair Fencingusfencing.org

USA HockeySled Hockey, Stand-Up (Amputee) Hockeyusahockey.com/sledhockey


USA ShootingTarget Shootingusashooting.org/about/paralympicshooting

USA SwimmingSwimmingusaswimming.org

USA Table TennisTable Tennis (Ping Pong)teamusa.org/usa-table-tennis

USA TriathlonParatriathlonusatriathlon.org

USA VolleyballSitting Volleyballteamusa.org/usa-volleyball/usa-teams/sitting-volleyball

VET SportsMultisportvetsports.org

Wheelchair Lacrosse USALacrossewheelchairlacrosse.com

Wheelchair Sports FederationMultisportwheelchairsportsfederation.org

World T.E.A.M. SportsBike Ridesworldteamsports.org

Wounded Warrior ProjectMultisportwoundedwarriorproject.org

Wounded Warriors in Action FoundationFishing, Huntingwwiaf.org


COMMUNITYORGANIZATIONS


COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

ALABAMA

ALASKA

ARIZONA

CALIFORNIA

Lakeshore Foundation*lakeshore.orgBirmingham, AL

University of Alabama Adaptive Athleticsalabamaadapted.comTuscaloosa, AL

Challenge Alaska*challengealaska.orgAnchorage, AK

Southeast Alaska Independent Living*sailinc.orgJuneau, AK

Ability360ability360.org/sportsPhoenix, AZ

Arizona Disabled Sports*arizonadisabledsports.comMesa, AZ

Southern Arizona Adaptive Sports*soazadaptivesports.orgTucscon, AZ

Achieve Tahoe*achievetahoe.orgTruckee, CA

Adaptive Sports & Recreation Association*adaptivesportsandrec.orgSan Diego, CA

Amazing Surf Adventures*amazingsurfadventures.orgSan Luis Obispo, CA

Bay Area Outreach and Recreation Program*borp.orgBerkeley, CA

Break the Barriers, Inc.breakthebarriers.orgFresno, CA

Central California Adaptive Sports Center*centralcaladaptive.orgShaver Lake, CA

Disabled Sports USA Eastern Sierra*disabledsportseasternsierra.orgMammoth Lakes, CA

Disabled Sports USA Los Angeles*unrecables.comLos Angeles, CA

Disabled Sports USA Orange County*theachievers.orgIrvine, CA

Discovery Blind Sports*discoveryblindsports.orgPioneer, CA

All organizations denoted with an asterisk are members of Disabled Sports USA’s chapter network.


COLORADO

Far West Wheelchair Athletic Associationfwwaa.orgSan Jose, CA

Jimmy Miller Memorial Foundationjimmymillerfoundation.orgManhattan Beach, CA

Loma Linda Universityteampossabilities.orgLoma Linda, CA

Northern California PGA Foundationncpgafoundation.orgVacaville, CA

Riekes Center for Human Enhancementriekes.orgMenlo Park, CA

San Diego District Tennis Associationsandiegotennis.orgSan Diego, CA

San Diego Rowing Clubsandiegorowing.orgSan Diego, CA

Shared Adventuressharedadventures.orgSanta Cruz, CA

Shasta Disabled Sports USA*shastadsusa.orgMount Shasta, CA

Timpany Centersjsu.edu/timpanySan Jose, CA

Triumph Foundationtriumph-foundation.orgSanta Clarita, CA

US Adaptive Recreation Center*usarc.orgBig Bear Lake, CA

Adaptive Action Sports*adacs.orgCopper Mountain, CO

Adaptive Adventures*adaptiveadventures.orgLakewood, CO

Adaptive Athletics Specialiststeamaas.orgSteamboat Springs, CO

Adaptive Sports Association*asadurango.orgDurango, CO

Adaptive Sports Center of Crested Butte*adaptivesports.orgCrested Butte, CO

Aspen Camp (Deaf & Hard of Hearing)*aspencamp.orgAspen, CO

Aspen Valley Ski/Snowboard Clubteamavsc.orgAspen, CO

Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center*boec.orgBreckenridge, CO

Challenge Aspen*challengeaspen.orgSnowmass Village, CO

US Driving for the Disabled*usdfd.orgArroyo Grande, CA

Wheels to Water*wheelstowater.comCambria, CA


FLORIDA

CONNECTICUT

Brooks Rehabilitationbrooksadaptivesportsandrecreation.comJacksonville, FL

Florida Disabled Outdoors Association*fdoa.orgTallahassee, FL

Miami-Dade Countymiamidade.gov/parks/Miami-Dade, FL

Team Paradise Sailingteamparadise.orgMiami, FL

Veterans Ocean Adventures, Inc.vetssailing.orgCutler Bay, FL

GEORGIA

Athens Inclusive Recreation & Sports (AIRS)*airs-ga.orgAthens, GA

City of Boulder Parks and Recreationbouldercolorado.gov/parks-rec/sportsBoulder, CO

City of Colorado Springscoloradosprings.gov/parksColorado Springs, CO

Colorado Discover Ability*cdagj.orgGrand Junction, CO

Foresight Ski Guides, Inc.*foresightskiguides.orgDenver, CO

Golf 4 The Disabled*golf4thedisabled.orgDenver, CO

Ignite Adaptive Sports*igniteadaptivesports.orgBoulder, CO

National Sports Center for the Disabled*nscd.orgDenver, CO

Steamboat Adaptive Recreational Sports*steamboatstars.comSteamboat Springs, CO

Telluride Adaptive Sports Program*tellurideadaptivesports.orgTelluride, CO

United States Association of Blind Athletesusaba.orgColorado Springs, CO

Visually Impaired & Blind Skiers*coloradovibes.orgColorado Springs, CO

Chapter 126 Sports & Fitness*chapter126.comBristol, CT

Leaps of Faith Adaptive Skiers*lofadaptiveskiers.orgSandy Hook, CT

Sports Association of Gaylord Hospital*gaylord.org/sportsWallingford, CT


INDIANA

Indiana Universityfacebook.com/AdaptiveSportsatIUBloomington, IN

Special Outdoor Leisure Opportunities*skisolomichiana.orgSouth Bend, IN

Turnstone Center for Disabled Children & Adults, Inc*turnstone.orgFort Wayne, IN

ILLINOIS

Adaptive Adventures*adaptiveadventures.orgWilmette, IL

Chicago Park Districtchicagoparkdistrict.com/programs-membershipsChicago, IL

Dare2tri*dare2tri.orgChicago, IL

Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association*glasa.orgLake Forest, IL

Shirley Ryan Ability Lab*sralab.orgChicago, IL

World Sport Chicagoworldsportchicago.orgChicago, IL

HAWAII

IDAHO

AccesSurf Hawaii, Inc.accessurf.orgHonolulu, HI

Adaptive Wilderness Sports of McCall*awesomemccall.orgMcCall, ID

AquAbility*aquability.orgBoise, ID

Disabled Veterans Sports Associationindvsa.orgCoeur D’Alene, ID

Higher Ground Sun Valley*highergroundusa.orgKetchum, ID

Recreation Unlimited*recreation-unlimited.orgBoise, ID

Treasure Valley Family YMCAymcatvidaho.orgBoise, ID

Wood River Ability Programwoodriverabilityprogram.orgSun Valley, ID

BlazeSports America*blazesports.orgNorcross, GA

City of Roswellroswellgov.com/government/departments/recreation-and-parks/programsRoswell, GA


MAINE

MARYLANDKANSAS

KENTUCKY

LOUISIANA

Baltimore Adaptive Recreation & Sports*barsinfo.orgParkton, MD

Bennett Institute Physically Challenged Sports Program of Kennedy Krieger*kennedykrieger.orgBaltimore, MD

Blue Ridge Adaptive Snow Sports*brasski.orgSeverna Park, MD

Chesapeake Region Accessible Boating*crabsailing.orgAnnapolis, MD

Patriot Pointpatriotpoint.orgTaylor’s Island, MD

St. Mary’s County Recreation and Parkswww.co.saint-marys.md.us/recreate/recreationLeonard Town, MD

Team River Runner, Inc.*teamriverrunner.orgRockville, MD

Wheelchair Sports, Inc.*wcsports.orgWichita, KS

U.S. Driving for the Disabled*usdfd.orgGeorgetown, KY

Samaritan Acts of New Orleanssamaritanactsneworleans.orgNew Orleans, LA

IOWA

Adaptive Sports Associationfacebook.com/QCA-Adaptive-Sports-Association-116749518349377/Davenport, IA

Adaptive Sports Iowa*adaptivesportsiowa.orgAmes, IA

Sport Ability of Iowasportabilityofiowa.orgCedar Rapids, IA

Adaptive Outdoor Education Centeradaptiveoutdooreducationcenter.orgCarrabassett Valley, ME

Central Maine Adaptive Sports*centralmaineadaptivesports.orgAuburn, MEMaine Adaptive Sports & Recreation*maineadaptive.orgNewry, ME

New England Nordic Ski Associationnensa.netNew Glucester, ME

Pineland Farms, Inc.pinelandfarms.org/recreation/vastNew Glucester, ME


MINNESOTA

Capable Partnerscapablepartners.orgGolden Valley, MN

Courage Kenny Rehabillitation Institute*allinahealth.org/adaptivesportsMinneapolis, MN

Free-Daptive Diversfreedaptive.orgHanover, MN

Let’s Go Fishinglgfws.comWillmar, MN

North Star Community Rowing*northstarcommunityrowing.orgMinneapolis, MN Majestic Hills Ranchmajestichillsranch.orgLakeville, MN MidWest School of Divingmwschoolofdiving.comWhite Bear Lake, MN Minnesota Warriors Ice Hockeymnwarriors.comSouth Saint Paul, MN

River Valley Ridersrivervalleyriders.orgWoodbury, MN

Roll With Itrollwithitmn.orgSt. Cloud, MN

US Electric Wheelchair Hockey Association*powerhockey.comNew Hope, MN

MASSACHUSETTS

MICHIGAN

Cannonsburg Challenged Ski Association*skiccsa.orgAda, MI

Michigan Adaptive Sports*michiganadaptivesports.orgWest Bloomfied, MI

Michigan Sports Unlimitedmisportsunlimited.netEssexville, MI

Operation Injured Soldiersinjuredsoldiers.orgSouth Lyon, MI

Reining Liberty Ranchreininglibertyranch.orgTraverse City, MI

AccesSportAmerica*accessportamerica.orgActon, MA

All Out Adventuresalloutadventures.orgNorthampton, MA

Community Rowing, Inc.communityrowing.orgBrighton, MA

Holyoke Rows, Inc.holyokerows.orgHolyoke, MA

Piers Park Sailing Centerpiersparksailing.orgBoston, MA


NEW HAMPSHIRE

NEVADA

City of Reno Parks and Recreationreno.gov/government/departments/parks-recreation-community-services/adaptive-recreationReno, NV

AbilityPLUS Inc.*abilityplus.orgManchester, NH

Adaptive Sports Partners North Countryadaptivesportspartners.orgFranconia, NH

All Playallplay.orgOmaha, NE

Madonna Rehabilitation Hospitalmadonna.org/specialized/recreation/overview.htmlLincoln, NE

Nebraska Adaptive Sportsnebraskaadaptivesports.orgOmaha, NE

NEBRASKA

MONTANA

DREAM Adaptive Recreation*dreamadaptive.orgWhitefish, MT

Eagle Mount Billings*eaglemount.usBillings, MT

Eagle Mount Bozeman*eaglemount.orgBozeman, MT

Eagle Mount Great Falls*eaglemount.netGreat Falls, MT

MISSOURI

Disabled Athlete Sports Association (DASA)*dasasports.orgSt. Charles, MO Gateway YMCAgwrymca.org/program/inclusion-servicesPotosi, MO

Life Waterslifewaters.orgSt. Louis, MO

Midwest Adaptive Sports*midwestadaptivesports.orgDearborn, MO

MISSISSIPPI

Metro Area Community Empowermentmace-ms.orgJackson, MS

Horses Spirits Healing, Incfacebook.com/pg/horsesspiritshealing/about/?ref=page_internalBillings, MT


Adaptive Sports Program - Helen Hayes Hospital*helenhayeshospital.org/adapted-sports-recreationWest Haverstraw, NY

Asphalt Green, Incasphaltgreen.orgNew York City, NY

ASPIRE, Inc.*[email protected], NY

Cape Ability Outrigger Ohana*adaptivecanoeing.orgWest Henrietta, NY

Capital Region Nordic Alliance, Inc.capitalregionnordicalliance.org/partnerships/cma-as-a-us-paralympic-clubAlbany, NY

GallopNYC*gallopnyc.orgBrooklyn, NY

Greek Peak Adaptive Snowsports*gpadaptive.orgVestal, NY

Lounsbury Adaptive Ski Program*lounsburyadaptive.orgEllicottville, NY

Move Along, Inc.*movealonginc.orgOswego, NY

Rochester Accessible Adventures*rochesteraccessibleadventures.orgRochester, NY

STRIDE, Inc.*stride.orgRensselaer, NY

Western New York Adaptive Water Sports*wnyadaptivewatersports.orgGrand Island, NY

NEW MEXICO

Adaptive Sports Program New Mexico*adaptivesportsprogram.orgSanta Fe, NM

Ski Apache Adaptive Sports*skiapacheadaptivesports.comRuidoso, NM

NEW YORK

Adaptive Sports Foundation*adaptivesportsfoundation.orgWindham, NY

Crotched Mountain Accessible Recreation & Sportscrotchedmountain.org/programs-and-services/accessible-recreationGreenfield, NH Granite State Adaptive*gsadaptivesports.orgMirror Lake, NH

Lakes Region Disabled Sports at Gunstock*gunstockadaptive.orgGilford, NH

New England Disabled Sports*nedisabledsports.orgLincoln, NH

New England Healing Sports Association*nehsa.orgNewbury, NH

Northeast Passage*nepassage.orgDurham, NH

Waterville Valley Adaptive Sports*watervilleadaptive.comWaterville Valley, NH


Penn State Ability Athleticsgopsusports.com/abilityUniversity Park, PA

Pennsylvania Center for Adapted Sports*centeronline.comPhiladelphia, PA

Three Rivers Adaptive Sports*traspa.orgPittsburgh, PA

PENNSYLVANIA

OREGON

Adaptive Sports Northwest*adaptivesportsnw.orgBeaverton, OR

Oregon Adaptive Sports*oregonadaptivesports.orgBend, OR

OKLAHOMA

Center for Individuals with Physical Challengestulsacenter.orgTulsa, OK

UCO Center of Adaptive Sports*uco.edu/wellness/sr/trainingsite/index.aspEdmond, OK

Adaptive Sports Connection*adaptivesportsconnection.orgPowell, OH

Adaptive Sports Program of Ohio*adaptivesportsohio.orgDalton, OH

Columbus Recreation and Parkscolumbusrecparks.comColumbus, OH

Three Trackers of Ohio*3trackers.orgMiddleburg Heights, OH

OHIO

NORTH DAKOTA

Sporting Chancesporting-chance.comBismarck, ND

Dreams In Motion, Inc*dreamsinmotioninc.comMandon, ND

NORTH CAROLINA

Bridge II Sports*bridge2sports.orgDurham, NC

Soldiers Undertaking Disabled Scuba (SUDS)*sudsdiving.orgBeaufort, NC

Warrior Ridethewarriorride.orgOak Island, NC

Cincinnati Recreation Commissioncincyrec.org/trCincinnati, OH

Spire Institutespireinstitute.org/content/military-and-adaptiveGeneva, OH


SOUTH DAKOTA

TENNESSEE

SOUTH CAROLINATEXAS

Black Hills Ski for Lightbhsfl.orgRapid City, SD

Meeting the Needfacebook.com/meeting-the-need-463139565064/Keystone, SD

Sports, Arts & Recreation of Chattanooga*sparctn.orgChattanooga, TN

The Warrior Initiativewarriorinitiative.org/home.htmlAdams, TN

Adaptive Expeditions*adaptiveexpeditions.orgCharleston, SC

Coastal Adaptive Sportscoastaladaptivesports.orgMyrtle Beach, SC

Roger C. Peace Rehabillitation Hospital*ghs.org/rcpGreenville, SC

The City of Harker Heightswww.ci.harker-heights.tx.us/index.php/adaptive-sportsHarker Heights, TX

Houston Parks and Recreation Dept.houstontx.gov/parks/adaptivesports.htmlHouston, TX

Kinetic Kids*kinetickidstx.orgSan Antonio, TX

Lone Star Paralysis Foundationlonestarparalysis.orgAustin, TX

Movin’ Mavs Adapted Sportsuta.edu/movinmavsArlington, TX

Operation Comfort*operationcomfort.orgSan Antonio, TX

Rise Adaptive Sportsriseadaptivesports.orgIrving, TX

San Antonio Sports Foundationsanantoniosports.org/eventsSan Antonio,TX

Two Top Mountain Adaptive Sports Foundation*twotopadaptive.orgMercersburg, PA

RHODE ISLAND

Access2Adventure*access2adventure.orgTiverton, RI


WASHINGTON

Footloose Sailing Association*footloosedisabledsailing.orgMercer Island, WA

Gig Harbor Canoe Kayak Racing Teamteamunify.com/Home.jsp?_tabid_=0&team=recwaghckGig Harbor, WA

Adventure Amputee Camp*adventureamputeecamp.orgWinchester, VA

Sailing 4 All*gosailing4all.orgRichmond, VA

Sportable*sportable.orgRichmond, VA

Therapeutic Adventures, Inc.*taonline.orgCharlottesville, VA

United States Patriot Sailinguspatriotsailing.orgNorfolk, VA

Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Teamwoundedwarrioramputeesoftballteam.orgAlexandria, VA

Wintergreen Adaptive Sports*wintergreenadaptivesports.orgCharlottesville, VA

VIRGINIA

VERMONT

Common Ground Outdoor Adventures*cgadventures.orgLogan, UT

National Ability Center*discovernac.orgPark City, UT

Rehabilitation Center at University of Utahhealthcare.utah.edu/rehabSalt Lake City, UT

Bart J. Ruggiere Adaptive Sports Center*bartadaptive.orgManchester Center, VT

Friends of Stowe Adaptive Sports*stoweadaptive.orgHyde Park, VT

Mount Snow Adaptive Sports Inc*msadaptive.orgWest Dover, VT

Northeast Disabled Athletic Association*disabledathletics.orgBurlington, VT

Tasty Water Adventures, Inc.*tastywateradventures.orgBurlington, VT

UTAH

Southwest Wheelchair Athletic Associationswaasports.orgArlington,TX

Texas Rowing for Alltexasrowingforall.orgAustin, TX

Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports Association*vermontadaptive.orgKillington, VT


Central Cross Country Ski Associationcxcskiing.orgVerona, WI

Challenge the Outdoors, Inc.ctoforme.orgGreen Bay, WI

Coulee Region Sled Hockeycouleeregionsledhockey.comLa Crosse, WI

WYOMING

Casper Mountain Biathlon Clubcaspermountainbiathlonclub.org/adaptive-biathlonparalympicCasper, WY

Teton Adaptive Sports*tetonadaptivesports.comTeton Village, WY

WISCONSIN

WEST VIRGINIA

Challenged Athletes of West Virginia*cawvsports.orgSnowshoe, WV

Metro Parks Tacomametroparkstacoma.org/adaptiveTacoma, WA

Outdoors for All Foundation*outdoorsforall.orgSeattle, WA

WASHINGTON, D.C.

Capital Rowingcapitalrowing.orgWashington, DC

DC Firefighters Burn Foundation*dcffburnfoundation.orgWashington, DC

Medstar National Rehabilitation Hospitalnrhrehab.org/our-services/adaptive-sports-fitness/Washington, DC

Fishing Has No Boundariesfhnbinc.orgHayward, WI

Southeastern Wisconsin Adaptive Ski Program*sewasp.org Cedarberg, WI

Wisconsin Wheelchair Sports Associationwasa.orgWaukesha, WI



EQUIPMENTRESOURCES


EQUIPMENT RESOURCES

Disabled Sports USA maintains a comprehensive list of adaptive sports equipment suppliers here: disabledsportsusa.org/sports/adaptive-equipment

As a wounded service member, you may be eligible for adaptive equipment through the VA, whether you are active duty or a veteran. The following is a brief guide to navigate the process for receiving adaptive equipment.

1. Register through the VA. http://www.vba.va.gov/bin/21/compensation/index.htm

2. Identify your interests. The process can move more quickly if you already have documentation of participation and trials of several pieces of adaptive equipment to know which one works best for you.

3. Consult your primary care provider. They will help initiate this process and make referrals as needed. Medical clearance is required.

4. Get a full evalulation. Typically done through the rehabilitation department, this assessment includes education and identification of adaptive equipment as it relates to your specific physical needs and interests.

5. Identify Appropriate Equipment/Submit Request. Based on the evalution, you and your rehabilitation team will select equipment to accommodate your needs. Next, a formal request will be submitted for final approval.

6. Receive your equipment. Final fitting and adjustments are made when equipment is issued.

Challenged Athletes Foundation (Operation Rebound)challengedathletes.org

Hope for the Warriorshopeforthewarriors.org

IM Able Foundationimablefoundation.org

Independence Fundindependencefund.org/

Kelly Brush Foundation (SCI Only)kellybrushfoundation.org

High Fives Foundation (Winter Sports)highfivesfoundation.org

Team Semper Fi/America’s Fundsemperfifund.org

Catch a Lift Fund (Gym Memberships)catchaliftfund.com

APPLYING FOR ADAPTIVE EQUIPMENTTHROUGH THE VA:

OTHER ADAPTIVE EQUIPMENTGRANTING ORGANIZATIONS:


COMPETITION &PARALYMPIC DEVELOPMENT


COMPETITION & PARALYMPIC DEVELOPMENT

For Disabled Veterans and Members of the Armed Forces interested in pursuing competitive opportunities or Paralympic sports, the pathway can vary by sport. Learning about US Paralympics, and the sports specific standards, rules, and competitive pipeline is a great way to start your journey. Through Gateway to Gold and similar initiatives you can register your results and enter the system.

Gateway to Gold Pathyway: teamusa.org/us-Paralympics.gateway-to-gold

Begin by training with a qualified coach. Your coach does not always have to have Paralympic or adapted sports experience. Disabled Sports USA’s Adapt2Achieve training and education program can provide you coaching support for clubs and instructors.

Adapt2Achieve Trainings: disabledsportsusa.org/chapters/training/

To find sanctioned regional and national multi-sport adaptive sports competitions, please reference the calendars below:

Adaptive Sports USA: adaptivesportsusa.org/events-calendar

The VA: https://www.va.gov/adaptivesports/docs/NVSPSE_EVENT_SCHEDULE_2018.pdf

The VA National Veterans Sports Programs & Special Events Office provides a monthly assistance allowance for Veterans with disabilities training in Paralympic sport, as well as certain Veterans with disabilities selected for competing with either a service-connected or non-service connected disability if the Veteran meets the minimum performance standards or higher (i.e., Emerging Athlete or National Team) in his or her respective Paralympic sport at a recognized competition. In addition to meeting the performance standard, an athlete must also be nationally or internationally classified by his or her respective Paralympic sport federation as eligible for Paralympic compeitition in that sport.

VA Allowances: (and then click on “Allowances”): va.gov/adaptivesports/

DEVELOPMENT OF ATHLETES

CALENDAR OF COMPETITIONS

VA TRAINING ALLOWANCE

Documents

MILITARY ADAPTIVE SPORTS RESOURCES...Wheelchair Lacrosse USA Lacrosse wheelchairlacrosse.com Wheelchair Sports Federation Multisport wheelchairsportsfederation.org World T.E.A.M. Sports