From cycling to pickleball, rock climbing to basketball, the winter slate of Sportable programs has something for everyone!
Whether you want to play for fun or are searching for a competitive team, check out these programs.
Look for an asterisk (*) next to new programs!
NOTE: If you are not a current Sportable Member, please submit an interest form to learn more about registration.
Wellness Programming
Mindfulness
Mindfulness is a practice of paying attention and being present to the here and now. During these live group sessions, you'll learn tools and strategies you can apply to your daily life as well as benefit from support and wisdom from peers with disabilities who may have similar lived experience to your own. The group will be led by Alison Shapiro, a trained Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction teacher, with assistance from Steve Fidrych.
Dates: Starting January 9, 2025, Sportable's Mindfulness group will meet 2x/month, every 2nd and 4th Thursday
Time: 12:00-1:00 PM
Location: Zoom
Who: Open to anyone 18 years of age or older who has a physical disability or visual impairment and can follow age appropriate instruction. Sportable Membership NOT required.
Adaptive Sports Programming
Archery
Experience the excitement and precision of Adaptive Archery! Sportable is proud to partner with Chesterfield County Parks & Recreation to bring you the basics of archery including rules, safety, and step-by-step shooting form for group-style target archery.
Archery is a fully inclusive sport, with adaptations that can accommodate individuals of all ages and abilities and can be done sitting or standing. Space is limited to 12 athletes per time slot.
Date: Wednesdays, August 27-October 15, 2025
- Make-up date scheduled for October 22, 2025, if needed
Time: 4:00-5:00 PM or 5:15-6:15 PM, Group time preferences will be honored on a first come first serve basis.
Location: Rockwood Nature Center - 3401 Courthouse Rd, North Chesterfield, VA 23236
Who: Open to ALL Sportable members, 9 years and older.
NOTE: Closed-toe shoes MUST be worn at all times on the range
Limited space available based on experience level.
- Time Slot 2 is FULL for BEGINNERS. If you register for TS2 and are determined to be a beginner, you will be moved to the waitlist.
* Erging
Sportable’s adaptive erging program provides accessible facilities, elite equipment, breathtaking skyline views, and the most experienced para rowing coaching staff in the region. The curriculum focuses on technical work over race training, race preparation, and strategy, with the opportunity to compete in regional regattas.
Date: Wednesdays, September 24-November 12, 2025
Time: 6:00-7:00 PM or 7:00-8:00 PM, Group time preferences will be honored on a first come first serve basis.
Location: Virginia Boat Club at Rocketts Landing - 4708 Old Main St, Richmond, VA 23231
Who: Open to Sportable members, 14 years old and older
Aquatics
This swimming series is geared towards youth athletes, athletes with limited motor function, and athletes who are interested in getting comfortable in the water and learning how to swim. Open to ALL Sportable members, 3 years and older.
PLEASE NOTE:
- The Sheltering Arms pool is a therapeutic pool. The water temperature may measure up to 92 degrees and may not be suitable for lap swimmers.
- Sheltering Arms Bon Air does NOT allow athletes that are incontinent to use their pool facilities.
Date: Tuesdays, August 12-September 2, 2025
Time: 6:15-7:00 PM or 7:15-8:00 PM, Group time preferences will be honored on a first come first serve basis.
Location: Sheltering Arms Bon Air - 206 Twinridge Ln Suite A, Richmond, VA 23235
Who: Open to ALL Sportable members, 3 years and older.
Swimming
This swimming program, in partnership with NOVA of Virginia Aquatics is led by NOVA’s full time professional coaches who are Certified Para Swimming Coaches (PSCC) as well as USA Swimming Certified. It is designed for athletes from Novice to Competitive, interested in strengthening their swimming skills and improving their fitness. You will have the opportunity to increase your comfort in the water, learn skills, drills and multiple stroke techniques, as well as improve your overall endurance. Athletes participating in this program must possess the potential to be independent in the water.
Dates: Thursdays, September 18-November 6, 2025
Times:
- 5:15-6:00 PM
- Session Style: Swim Lesson
- Athletes looking for more 1:1 support or looking to learn foundations of swimming should sign up for this time slot. In addition, athletes looking to get additional coaching from NOVA Swim coaches should sign up as well.
- Session Style: Swim Lesson
- 6:00-6:45 PM
- Session Style: Team Practice & Open Swim
- Athletes looking to get swim practice in should sign up for this slot. In addition, athletes that are interested in competing after working with NOVA coaches should sign up for this slot.
- Session Style: Team Practice & Open Swim
Location: NOVA of Virginia Aquatics - Regency - 100 NOVA Way, Richmond, VA 23229
Who: Open to Sportable members, 5 years and older who can or have the potential to swim at least one length of the pool (any stroke) unassisted.
Notes:
- Athletes in both time slots must be able to follow group instruction in the water.
- Athletes MAY register for both time slots!
Not sure if Swimming or Aquatics is right for you? Reach out to abbie@sportable.org.
Adult Competitive Wheelchair Basketball - Summer
Designed for adult wheelchair basketball athletes with permanent lower limb impairments (i.e. Spina Bifida, Spinal Cord Injury, Amputee, Cerebral Palsy, and others). Wheelchair basketball promotes teamwork, sportsmanship, and camaraderie. Not all players use wheelchairs for everyday mobility. Players must be able to independently push themselves in a sports wheelchair.
Date: Thursdays, June 26-August 21, 2025
Time: 7:00-9:00 PM
Location: Bon Air Baptist Church - 2531 Buford Road Richmond, VA 23235
Who: Adult Sportable Members with a permanent lower limb disability, interested in competing in competitive wheelchair basketball opportunities. Interested in joining? Email Tyler@sportable.org to learn if you may be eligible.
Youth Wheelchair Basketball - Summer
Designed for kids ages 5 through high school with permanent lower limb impairments (e.g. Spina Bifida, Spinal Cord Injury, Amputee, Cerebral Palsy, and others). Wheelchair basketball promotes teamwork, sportsmanship, and FUN! Not all players use wheelchairs for everyday mobility.
Players must be able to independently push themselves in a sports wheelchair.
Dates: Thursdays, June 26-August 21, 2025
Time: 5:00-7:00 PM
Location: Bon Air Baptist Church - 2531 Buford Rd, Richmond, VA 23235
Age Groups:
- Prep Division - ages 13 and under
- Varsity Division - age 13 through High School
Who: Open to Sportable members, 5 years old through high school, who have a physical disability that impacts their lower body and can push themselves in a manual wheelchair. Players do NOT have to use a wheelchair for everyday mobility. Examples of Player Conditions: Spina Bifida, Spinal Cord Injuries, Cerebral Palsy, Leg Amputees, Spinal Muscular Atrophy, Arthrogryposis, Club foot, Osteogenesis Imperfecta.
* Adult Competitive Wheelchair Basketball - Fall
Designed for adult wheelchair basketball athletes with permanent lower limb impairments (i.e. Spina Bifida, Spinal Cord Injury, Amputee, Cerebral Palsy, and others). Wheelchair basketball promotes teamwork, sportsmanship, and camaraderie. Not all players use wheelchairs for everyday mobility. Players must be able to independently push themselves in a sports wheelchair.
Date:
- Thursdays, September 4-December 11, 2025
- Thursdays, January 8-April 9, 2026
Time: 7:00-9:00 PM
Location: Manchester Middle School - 7401 Hull Street Rd N, Richmond, VA 23235
Who: Adult Sportable Members with a permanent lower limb disability, interested in competing in competitive wheelchair basketball opportunities. Interested in joining? Email Tyler@sportable.org to learn if you may be eligible.
* Youth Wheelchair Basketball - Fall
Designed for kids ages 5 through high school with permanent lower limb impairments (e.g. Spina Bifida, Spinal Cord Injury, Amputee, Cerebral Palsy, and others). Wheelchair basketball promotes teamwork, sportsmanship, and FUN! Not all players use wheelchairs for everyday mobility.
Players must be able to independently push themselves in a sports wheelchair.
Dates:
- Tuesdays, September 2-December 9, 2025
- Tuesdays, January 6-April 7, 2026
Time: 6:00-8:00 PM
Location: Manchester Middle School - 7401 Hull Street Rd N, Richmond, VA 23235
Age Groups:
- Prep Division - ages 13 and under
- Varsity Division - age 13 through High School
Who: Open to Sportable members, 5 years old through high school, who have a physical disability that impacts their lower body and can push themselves in a manual wheelchair. Players do NOT have to use a wheelchair for everyday mobility. Examples of Player Conditions: Spina Bifida, Spinal Cord Injuries, Cerebral Palsy, Leg Amputees, Spinal Muscular Atrophy, Arthrogryposis, Club foot, Osteogenesis Imperfecta.
Women's Wheelchair Basketball Clinic
Sportable's Women's Wheelchair Basketball Team, the Virginia Vortex, will be kicking off the 2025-2026 NWBA Season with an open practice this summer for girls, women, or non-binary athletes looking to participate. Some experience required!
Designed specifically for girls, women, and non-binary athletes aged 16 and up with permanent lower limb impairments, this clinic will focus on individual skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Led by Director of Adaptive Programs, Tyler Rowe, the VA Vortex will be running through a practice with some scrimmaging towards the end to get ready for this upcoming season.
Date: Saturday August 23, 2025
Time: 2:00-5:00 PM
Location: Montpelier Recreation Center - 15302 Clazemont Road Montpelier, VA 23192
Who: Open to girls, women, and non-binary athletes aged 16 and up with permanent lower limb impairments. Sportable membership not required. Participants do not have to use a wheelchair for everyday mobility.
* Women's Wheelchair Basketball - Fall
Sportable's Women's Wheelchair Basketball Team, the Virginia Vortex, will be kicking off the 2025-2026 NWBA Season with an open practice this summer for girls, women, or non-binary athletes looking to participate. Some experience required!
Designed specifically for girls, women, and non-binary athletes aged 16 and up with permanent lower limb impairments, this clinic will focus on individual skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Led by Director of Adaptive Programs, Tyler Rowe, the VA Vortex will be running through a practice with some scrimmaging towards the end to get ready for this upcoming season.
Date: First Saturday of the month
- Saturday, September 6, 2025
- Saturday, October 4, 2025
- Saturday, November 1, 2025
- Saturday, December 6, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Location: Manchester Middle School - 7401 Hull Street Rd N, Richmond, VA 23235
Who: Open to girls, women, and non-binary athletes aged 16 and up with permanent lower limb impairments. Sportable membership not required. Participants do not have to use a wheelchair for everyday mobility.
Cycling - Advanced/Competitive
Designed exclusively for advanced cyclists, Sportable’s Road Warriors Advanced Cycling team will have weekly workouts to maximize biking skill with focus on performance. Experienced coaches will provide you with additional workouts to complete on your own and will encourage you to use available technology to track your progress. You must own or lease a cycle from Sportable (limited availability).
Date: Mondays, March 17-October 13, 2025
Time: 5:45-8:00 PM
Location: Hardywood West Creek (Lot 2) - 820 Sanctuary Trail Dr, Richmond, VA 23238
Who: Restricted to eligible Sportable members, 14 years and older, who have their own cycle or are leasing a cycle from Sportable (limited availability) and can transport their cycle to the program independently. This ADVANCED program is for individuals interested in structured training to improve sports performance and potentially compete in paracycling races.
Interested in joining? Email Lucille@sportable.org to learn if you may be eligible.
Cycling - Recreational
Recreational Cycling is one of the most inclusive sports as there is a bike to match nearly every individual’s ability, needs, and training interests. Athletes in small groups will enjoy beautiful rides on the scenic Capital Trail alongside experienced adaptive cycling coaches and qualified volunteers.
Date: Tuesdays, August 26-October 14, 2025
Time: 6:00-8:00PM
Location: Dorey Park - 7400 Dorey Park Drive, Henrico, VA 23231; athletes will cycle along the Virginia Capital Trail
Who: Open to Sportable members, 5 years and older.
Because of capacity limitations, if you are eligible for Advanced Cycling, please do NOT register for this program.
Advanced Cycling Eligibility:
- Must own or lease a cycle from Sportable. Cycles available for rent are in very short supply; rental equipment for this program is not guaranteed.
- Geared toward competitive cyclists with advanced skills.
* CP Soccer
Learn new skills and experience the benefits of playing soccer at Sportable’s CP Soccer Program!
Designed exclusively for youth ages 5-high school with ambulatory cerebral palsy, stroke, or traumatic brain injury, the CP Soccer Program will focus on introducing skills, drills, small-sided activities, and most importantly – FUN!
The CP Soccer Program is open to players of all levels – no previous experience necessary - who will be led by expert coaches, including former U.S. Paralympic National Team player, Nick Creasey, and USSF A Licensed Soccer Director, Joe Farrell.
Date: Sundays, September 21-October 26, 2025
Time: 1:00-2:30 PM
Location: SCOR Outdoor Field - 1385 Overbrook Road, Richmond, VA 23220
Who: Open to YOUTH, 5 years through high school, who have Cerebral Palsy, Stroke, or Traumatic Brain Injury and can walk independently. No prior soccer experience required!
Golf
Join us to practice your swing, learn some of the basics and have some fun on the range!
REGISTER TODAY! This program is limited to 10 athletes per time slot.
Date: Wednesdays, September 3-October 29, 2025
Time: 5:30-6:30 PM or 6:30-7:30 PM, Group time preferences will be honored on a first come first serve basis.
Location: 400 School St, Richmond, VA 23222
Who: Open to ALL Sportable members, 14 years and older.
Intermediate Pickleball (Wheelchair & Para-Standing)
Pickleball, the fastest-growing sport in the country, combines many elements of tennis, badminton, racquetball, and ping-pong. Intermediate Pickleball Players will have already learned court mobility, the different strokes and when to use them, and the rules and scoring of the game. They will increase their skills and improve strength and cardiovascular health under the instruction of Sportable pickleball coaches.
This program is designed for adult athletes with intermediate (2.5+) pickleball skills. Athletes who plan to play in a sports chair must bring their own sports chair.
Dates: Select Sundays (Program Leadership will Contact You)
Time: 6:00-7:30 PM
Location: Bangers & Dinks - 1516 Koger Center Blvd, Richmond, VA 23235
Who: Open to Sportable members, 18 years and older, who have experience playing pickleball. Athletes can play standing or in a sports wheelchair. This program is designed for adult athletes with intermediate (2.5+) pickleball skills. Wheelchair pickleball players must bring their own sports chair. Younger players may join with prior permission from program staff.
Advanced Pickleball (Wheelchair and Para-Standing)
Pickleball, the fastest-growing sport in the country, combines many elements of tennis, badminton, racquetball, and ping-pong. Advanced Pickleball is a fast-paced game of strategy and precision for experienced players. Players will work on tournament-level pickleball skills with or without the presence of Sportable pickleball coaches.
This program is designed for adult athletes with advanced (3.0+) pickleball skills who plan to play at the tournament level. Athletes who plan to play in a sports chair must bring their own sports chair.
Dates: Sundays, January 5-December 28, 2025
Time: 6:00 - 10 PM
Location: Bangers & Dinks - 1516 Koger Center Blvd, Richmond, VA 23235
- The program will be held at Performance Pickleball on December 8th, 2024 - 8641 Quioccasin Rd, Henrico, VA 23229
Who: Open to Sportable members, 18 years and older, who have experience playing pickleball. Athletes can play standing or in a sports wheelchair. This program is designed for adult athletes with advanced (3.0+) pickleball skills who plan to play at the tournament level. Wheelchair pickleball players must bring their own sports chair. Younger players may join with prior permission from program staff.
Advanced Pickleball - Summer (Wheelchair and Para-Standing)
Pickleball, the fastest-growing sport in the country, combines many elements of tennis, badminton, racquetball, and ping-pong. Advanced Pickleball is a fast-paced game of strategy and precision for experienced players. Players will work on tournament-level pickleball skills with or without the presence of Sportable pickleball coaches.
This program is designed for adult athletes with advanced (3.0+) pickleball skills who plan to play at the tournament level. Athletes who plan to play in a sports chair must bring their own sports chair.
Date: Tuesdays, July 15-August 28, 2025
Time: 8:00-10:00 PM
Location: Performance Pickleball - 1406 North Parham Road Henrico, VA 23229
Who: Open to Sportable members, 18 years and older, who have experience playing pickleball. Athletes can play standing or in a sports wheelchair. This program is designed for adult athletes with advanced (3.0+) pickleball skills who plan to play at the tournament level. Wheelchair pickleball players must bring their own sports chair. Younger players may join with prior permission from program staff.
Interested in joining? Email amy@sportable.org to learn if you may be eligible.
Tennis - Adult Intermediate & Advanced
Tennis is one of the most challenging and rewarding of all wheelchair sports. Participants will learn court mobility, stroke technique, the rules and scoring of the game, all while building strength, cardiovascular ability, and self-esteem in a fun community environment.
Note: Athletes must transport their own sports chair and equipment to practices. Chairs can be loaned from Sportable, but there is a limited quantity available. There is no coach for this program at this time.
Date: Saturdays, May 3-October 25, 2025
Time: 8:30-11:00 AM
Location: Midlothian High School - 401 Charter Colony Pkwy, Midlothian, VA 23114
Who: Open to ALL Sportable members ages 18 & up who have a permanent disability that affects their lower limb(s), including, but not limited to: Spinal Cord Injury, Spina Bifida, Cerebral Palsy, Amputation, Osteogenesis Imperfecta, etc. Players must be able to propel themselves independently on the court in a manual / power wheelchair. Younger players may join with permission from Program Staff.
* Power Soccer
Power Soccer is a sport specifically designed for power wheelchair users and is played on a basketball court. Guards mounted on players’ wheelchairs protect their feet and allow them to dribble and score by pushing an 18″ ball across their opponent’s goal line.
Players must provide their own power chair.
Date: Thursdays, September 4-September 25, 2025
Time: 5:15-6:45 PM
Location: Manchester Middle School - 7401 Hull Street Rd N, Richmond, VA 23235
Who: Open to Sportable members, 5 years and older, who have a powerchair and are able to drive it independently.
* Rugby
Interested in an intense, fast-paced, team-based sport? Join the Sportable Possums Wheelchair Rugby team – no previous wheelchair rugby experience is required! The beginner/intermediate training curriculum will focus on building a foundational knowledge of the sport, skill development, equipment selection, and teamwork.
Dates: Mondays, October 20-December 15, 2025
Time: 5:30-7:15 PM
Location: Humphrey Calder Community Center - 414 North Thompson Street, Richmond, VA 23221
Who: Open to Sportable members, 14 years and older, who have a physical disability that impairs movement of 3-4 limbs and can push themselves in a manual wheelchair. Players may use a powerchair or other assistive device for everyday mobility. Examples of Player Conditions: Quadriplegic Spinal Cord Injuries, Muscular Dystrophy, Multi-limb Amputees, Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy. Younger players may join with prior permission from program staff.
Rock Climbing
Get an adrenaline rush and change your beliefs about what is possible with Rock Climbing! Sportable is proud to partner with experts in adaptive rock climbing, Beyond Boundaries and Peak Experiences, to bring introductory rock climbing sessions in a casual, fun, and inclusive environment. Rock climbing can be a gateway to a lifetime of adventure!
Date: Tuesdays, September 9-September 30, 2025
Time: 6:00-7:00 PM or 7:15-8:15 PM, Group time preferences will be honored on a first come first serve basis.
Location: Peak Experience - 1375 Overbrook Road Richmond, VA 23220
Who: Open to ALL Sportable members, 5 years and older.
* Road Racing
Whether you are training for fun, or to set a personal record, join Sportable’s Road Racing Program! All paces, ages, and abilities are welcome with wheelchair racing and guided run/jog/walk opportunities available.
This season's training will prepare athletes for the Richmond Marathon in November.
If you plan to compete in the Richmond Marathon with Sportable support, you must meet the requirements outlined below:
- You must meet with coaches to discuss the best course of action and best event through regular check-ins, training session attendance and program plans.
- You will be responsible for registration for the event.
Date: Saturday, September 13-November 1, 2025
Time: 8:00-11:00 AM
Location: Hardywood West Creek - 820 Sanctuary Trail Drive, Richmond, VA 23238
Who: Open to ALL Sportable members, 14 years and older
Kayaking - September
In partnership with Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation, Sportable Flatwater Kayaking encourages physical fitness, nature exploration, and adventure.
Adaptive kayaking is one of Sportable’s most inclusive sports as kayaks can be adapted for a variety of physical disabilities using state-of-the-art equipment such as paddle pivots that allow one-arm control of the kayak and adaptations for wrist grips and seat position.
Kayakers benefit from being on the water and fully-immersed in nature while enjoying one of Richmond’s most popular destinations, the James River.
Dates: September 8 OR September 22, 2025
Location: Dutch Gap
Time: 5:30-8:00 PM
Who: The Flatwater program is open to ALL Sportable members, 14 years and older who meet the below safety criteria.
There is a weight capacity of 230lbs for the boats that are used at this program.
Athletes MUST meet the following Essential Eligibility Criteria:
- Breathe independently (i.e., not require medical devices to sustain breathing)
- Independently maintain sealed airway passages while under water
- Independently hold head upright without neck / head support
- Manage personal care independently or with assistance of a companion
- Manage personal mobility independently or with a reasonable amount of assistance
- Follow instructions and effectively communicate independently or with assistance of a companion
- Independently turn from face-down to face-up and remain floating face up while wearing a properly fitted life jacket
To accommodate more athletes this month, you can ONLY sign up for ONE date.
If you sign up for both dates, you will be removed from one date.