Special Needs Swim, Sail, Boating Events in Massachusetts

Hingham, September 10th – October 29th, 2023.  The South Shore Special Needs Athletic Partnership (SNAP) and Hingham Youth Hockey are hosting a learn to skate/learn to play hockey program for students with special needs. *[...]

Needham, MA, September & October, 2023. Adaptive CrossFit class for individuals with physical and visual challenges. All exercises are adapted as needed. * Must be 12 years old and able to separate from adults/guardians and[...]

Needham, MA, September & October, 2023. For youth with special needs. Fitness & Friendship will be for those in grades 5 – 8, and 9th grade and above, and will be offered in small groups[...]

Haverhill, September 17th, 2023. Hosted hosted by South Coast Wheelchair Tennis Foundation and South Shore YMCA. * The South Coast Wheelchair Tennis Foundation is a 501(c3) non-profit organization established to promote wheelchair tennis throughout Southeastern[...]

Online class, Fall/Winter 2023, with the Seven Hills Foundation of Massachusetts. For ages 14+ with special needs. Lisa Irvine from Brave Yoga joins in for Mindfulness and Yoga. Lisa is committed to sharing the practice[...]

Charlestown, September 24th, 2023, with Courageous Sailing.  Each year Courageous organizes and runs Charlestown Adaptive Sailing Day, in cooperation with the Friends of the Navy Yard, Spaulding Rehab, and Piers Park Sailing Center. * Adaptive[...]

Millis, MA, October 7th – 28th, 2023, with the Millis, MA, Recreation Department. For  ages 12 – 22 with special needs. Open to residents & non-residents. Don’t sit on the bench, get in the game.[...]

Merrimack College, North Andover, October 15th – November 19th, 2023. Register by October 18th. * The Level 1 group will be for children ages 2-7 with and without intellectual disabilities. * Level 1 will focus[...]

Watertown, MA, October 10th, 2023, with Waypoint Adventure of Lexington, MA. Designed for beginner rock climbers with disabilities who want to progress their skills over the course of a few weeks. * Participants will be[...]

Online class, Fall/Winter 2023, with the Seven Hills Foundation of Massachusetts. For ages 14+ with special needs. Lisa Irvine from Brave Yoga joins in for Mindfulness and Yoga. Lisa is committed to sharing the practice[...]

Watertown, MA, October 24th, 2023, with Waypoint Adventure of Lexington, MA. Designed for beginner rock climbers with disabilities who want to progress their skills over the course of a few weeks. * Participants will be[...]

Stoughton, MA. Sign ups are open until October 31st, 2023.  The CheerAbilities Team is for children with special needs ages 3 and up. * This is a full year competition team that practices once a[...]

Somerville, MA, November 14th, 2023. An entire local family restaurant will be only for Autism Eats families during designated times. Enjoy  burgers, chicken tenders, fries, soft drinks and dessert. * Autism Eats provides autism-friendly, non-judgmental[...]

Online class, Fall/Winter 2023, with the Seven Hills Foundation of Massachusetts. For ages 14+ with special needs. Lisa Irvine from Brave Yoga joins in for Mindfulness and Yoga. Lisa is committed to sharing the practice[...]

Holyoke, MA, Winter 2024 – 2025, with the DCR Universal Access Program.  Free admission and equipment use. Lace up a pair of conventional skates or slide around the ice in your wheelchair. * Ice sleds, skate[...]

Newburyport, MA, November 17th, 2023. An entire local family restaurant will be only for Autism Eats families during designated times. Enjoy  burgers, chicken tenders, fries, soft drinks and dessert. * Autism Eats provides autism-friendly, non-judgmental[...]

Natick, MA, November 18th, 2023, with the Boston Ability Center. This event is intended for neurodivergent tweens and teens ages 9-17 to have a chance to meet new people and foster friendships. * This is[...]

Westfield, MA, December 3rd, 2023. With The Center for Human Development (CHD) All In program and the Springfield Thunderbirds Sled Hockey team. Join the Springfield Thunderbirds sled hockey team at their home rink in Springfield,[...]

Webinar, December 5th, 2o23, with the Mansfield, MA, SEPAC. All kids need opportunities for physical activity and recreation, but how can you make programs in and out of school accessible to neurodiverse students? Hear speakers[...]

Mansfield, MA, December 5th 2023 – March 5th, 2024.  Athletes of any level are welcome to join in this is unified bowling team. If anyone knows of a unified partner that might want to join,[...]

Marlborough, MA, December 7th, 2023, with Special Olympics Massachusetts. One day lacrosse clinic for athletes ages 16 and older on Thursday, December 7th from 6 pm to 7:30 pm. * No lacrosse experience required. * Equipment[...]

Natick, MA, December 18th, 2023, with the Boston Ability Center. This event is intended for neurodivergent tweens and teens ages 9-17 to have a chance to meet new people and foster friendships. * This is[...]

Online class, Fall/Winter 2023, with the Seven Hills Foundation of Massachusetts. For ages 14+ with special needs. Lisa Irvine from Brave Yoga joins in for Mindfulness and Yoga. Lisa is committed to sharing the practice[...]

Brookline, MA, January 1st – March 25th, 2024. With the Brookline Recreation Department’s Therapy Programs. It’s time for the crisp, cold air and peaceful scenery offered by winter sports. * If you’re looking for a way[...]

Shrewsbury, MA, January 1 – March 6th, 2024. Rec Connect is a collaboration between Northboro, Southboro, & Shrewsbury Rec Departments,  This adaptive/inclusive social program is designed for those with and without disabilities to come together[...]

Winchester, MA, January 7th – February 12th, 2023. TOPS for Hoops serves disabled youth basketball players ages 6 to 16. Offered by the Winchester Youth Basketball Association, this program provides an opportunity for all children with[...]

Sudbury, MA, January 8th – March 9th, 2o24, with Timbernook Middlesex County and Minute Man Arc for Human Services . For ages 18 months – 12 years old. Activities are meant to support gross motor[...]

Wellesley Hills, MA, January 13th, 2024, with the Boston Ability Center and Partners for Youth with Disabilities. Free. This event is intended for neurodivergent tweens and teens ages 9-17 to have a chance to meet[...]

Plymouth, MA, January & February, 2024, with the Spaulding Rehabilitation Network. Adaptive Swim sessions focus on basic swim skill development and increasing comfort in the water. * Led by Certified SwimBox Adaptive Swim Instructors, the[...]

Pawtucket, RI, through March 2024, with Rhode Island Special Hockey. The GPYHA/RI Special Needs Hockey program offers Learn to Skate/Instructional Hockey for children age 4 to young adult with Down Syndrome, Autism, or any other developmental[...]

Longmeadow, MA, January 24th – March 27th, 2024, with Kehillah of JCC Springfield, MA. For ages 11+ with special needs. Learn about healthy eating choices, kitchen safety skills, and practice cooking and baking while preparing[...]

DCR’s Leo J. Martin Ski Track, Weston, MA, January 27th, 2024, with Adaptive Sports New England. The Adaptive Sports New England 2024 Youth Para Nordic (cross-country) Skiing clinic is an introduction to Para Nordic skiing[...]

Westfield, MA, January 28th 2024, With The Center for Human Development (CHD) All In program and the Springfield Thunderbirds Sled Hockey team. Join the Springfield Thunderbirds sled hockey team at their home rink in Springfield,[...]

Springfield, MA, Spring, 2024, with CHD’s All In: Barrier-Free Recreation Alumni Healthful Living Center and the WNEU OT Doctorate Program. A play-based therapeutic swim program. Geared toward kids ages 4-22 who have a disability. The[...]

Natick, MA, August 19th, 2023, with the Boston Ability Center. This event is intended for neurodivergent tweens and teens ages grades 4 – 12 to have a chance to meet new people and foster friendships.[...]

Rockland, MA, (Brockton Area), February 25th, 2024, with USA Hockey Massachusetts. Please inquire about the appropriate ages for this event. For a wide variety of disabilities and physical limitations. Each discipline will have a game[...]

Middleboro, MA, Registration closes on March 17th, 2o24. The Middleboro Little League Challenger baseball is a regional baseball league for those ages 5 and up with physical and/or mental disabilities. * The Challenger league plays[...]

Brighton, MA, March 18th – April 24th, 2024. Community Rowing, Inc. offers programs for people with disabilities, from recreational and therapeutic to competitive rowing. This program is ideal for new rowers and recreational rowers with physical[...]

Belmont, MA, March 18th – May 23rd, 2024. The Belmont/Watertown S.P.O.R.T. (Special Programs Organized for Recreation Time) recreation pool time for ages 8 through adulthood. * Particpants must be able to independently swim the full[...]

Belmont, MA, March 19th – June 4th, 2024, 2024. The Belmont/Watertown S.P.O.R.T. (Special Programs Organized for Recreation Time) Tennis is a sport for all ability levels for athletes 8 to adult. * A Belmont Recreation[...]

Salem, MA, March 25th – June 3rd, 2024, with Spaulding Hospitals’ Adaptive Sports Centers. A Multi-Week Sports Series for Youth with Visually Impairments Ages 9-17.  During this multi-week sports series, Spaulding Adaptive Sports Center staff will[...]

Marblehead, MA, March 30th, 2024. In person Everybody Dance is for teen and young adults with special needs and autism – a 45 minute dance party. *  Have a blast with an easy-to-follow movement class[...]

Stoneham, MA, April 3, 10 & 17th, with Waypoint Adventure. This series is designed for beginner rock climbers with disabilities who want to progress their skills over the course of a few weeks. * Participants[...]

Weymouth, MA, with the Champions Division of Weymouth Street Hockey League’s. Free. Registration deadline is February 15, 2024. A Street Hockey division for kids with with disabilities. You don’t have to live in Weymouth to[...]

Andover/North Andover, April 1st – August 31st, 2024. The Merrimack Valley YMCA is partnering with Special Olympics of MA to offer Y-Abilities classes to teens and adults with intellectual disabilities. Y-abilities Swim Team – For[...]

Belmont, MA, April 7th – May 19th, 2024. The Belmont/Watertown S.P.O.R.T. (Special Programs Organized for Recreation Time) Unified Sports Special Olympics Baseball is divided into teams based on skill assessments. For all ability levels for[...]

Millis, MA, April 8th – 29th, 2024, with the Millis, MA, Recreation Department. Free. The Millis recreation staff will host an adaptive and inclusive social event for individuals with special needs. * For ages 13[...]

Stoneham, MA, April 3, 10 & 17th, with Waypoint Adventure. This series is designed for beginner rock climbers with disabilities who want to progress their skills over the course of a few weeks. * Participants[...]

Stoneham, MA, April 3, 10 & 17th, with Waypoint Adventure. This series is designed for beginner rock climbers with disabilities who want to progress their skills over the course of a few weeks. * Participants[...]

Brighton, MA, April 17th – May 22nd, 2024, with CRI Community Rowing. The Para Open Rowing program is for youth and adults with disabilities with physical, sensory, and intellectual challenges. Classes are available for youth[...]

Worcester, MA April 18th, 2024. The Accessible Martial Arts Program is for people with and without disabilities who want to learn and practice self-defense, stretching, exercise, and relaxation techniques. * Join them at the Easterseals Worcester[...]

Hanover, MA, April 21st, 2024. Free. Clinics focus on ages 18 and under beginners. Learn fun games, drills, skills and mobility. Coaches and volunteers are always welcomed. * This organization helps the growth of wheelchair[...]

Hanover, MA, April 28th, 2024. Free. Clinics focus on ages 18 and under beginners. Learn fun games, drills, skills and mobility. Coaches and volunteers are always welcomed. * This organization helps the growth of wheelchair[...]

Worcester, MA. May 4th, 2024, with Deaf Inc., of Massachusetts. Have you ever wanted to learn how to row? Check out a Learn To Row: Deaf Rowing (in ASL) information session. * No previous experience[...]

East Boston, May 4th, 2024, with Piers Park Sailing. This open house with Piers Park Sailing will include information about how their summer programs are inclusive to participant with a cognitive or physical disability. *[...]

Hanover, MA, May 5th, 2024. Free. Clinics focus on ages 18 and under beginners. Learn fun games, drills, skills and mobility. Coaches and volunteers are always welcomed. * This organization helps the growth of wheelchair[...]

Canton & Weston, MA, Spring through Fall 2025, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access Program. Golf for All runs year-round programming for veterans, people with autism, Parkinson’s Disease, spinal cord injuries and paralysis, cerebral[...]

East Boston, MA, May 18th, 2024, with Piers Park Sailing, in Partnership with the Arc of Massachusetts. This program is designed to create long lasting friendships between people with and without disabilities. Get on the[...]

Canton, Weston, MA, Spring, Summer & Fall, 2025. The Massachusetts ParaGolfer Association (MPGA) promotes recreational and competitive adaptive golf for players with visual impairments, amputations, loss of mobility, and spinal cord injuries. MPGA provides adaptive[...]

Foxboro, MA, May 25th 2024, with the New England Revolution Amputee Soccer Team: Join the American Amputee Soccer Association for a fun night out at Gillette Stadium as the Revs take on NYCFC. Watch the[...]

East Boston, MA, June 1st, 2024, with Piers Park Sailing, in Partnership with the Arc of Massachusetts. This program is designed to create long lasting friendships between people with and without disabilities. Get on the[...]

Newport, RI, Summer 2024.  Sail To Prevail is a nonprofit that improves the lives of more than 1,000 children and adults, each summer, through sailing in a fleet of specially adapted, 20-foot sailboats. * The[...]

Pembroke, MA, June 2nd – August 18th, 2024, with Mass Youth Hockey and American Youth Special Hockey. South Shore Ice dragons Special hockey is a program for players, ages 5 yrs and up through adulthood,[...]

Marblehead, MA, Summer 2024. In person Everybody Dance is for teen and young adults with special needs and autism – a 45 minute dance party. Zoom Inclusive fitness dance classes iare for teen and young[...]

  Tyngsboro, June 9th, 2024, with the Rotary Clubs of Tyngsboro/Dunstable, Nashua, Dracut & Lowell. Free. 24th Annual Fishing Day For Individuals with Disabilities of All Ages. Family Members Welcome Fully stocked with fish. *[...]

East Boston, MA, June 15th, 2024, with Piers Park Sailing, in Partnership with the Arc of Massachusetts. This program is designed to create long lasting friendships between people with and without disabilities. Get on the[...]

Belmont, MA, June 17th – July 8th, 2024. The Belmont/Watertown S.P.O.R.T. (Special Programs Organized for Recreation Time) inlclusive walking is for all ability levels for athletes 8 and older. * A Belmont Recreation Department Program,[...]

Kennebunk Beach, ME, June 13th, 2024, with Special Surfers.​ Special Surfers is a non-profit organization sharing the empowering experience of surfing with children and young adults of all ages with special needs. * Particpants must[...]

Hampton, NH, June 20th, 2024. Free. Surfing With Smiles gives those with intellectual, physical, sensory, and mental disabilities the chance to learn to surf. Sign ups are required for all surfers. * Sign ups are[...]

Braintree, MA, June 22nd, 2024, with Adaptive Sports New England. For all ages. This is a Level 2 Move United Sanctioned Competition with both wheelchair and running races, and is a qualifier for Move United[...]

Hyannis, MA, Summer 2024. Sail Cape Cod’s ‘SeaLegs’ Adaptive Sailing Program has created opportunities to help all disabled youth, adults and veterans overcome adversity through therapeutic sailing. * Lessons are individualized and customized for any[...]

Holland / Sturbridge, June 26th, 2024, with the Webster Water Ski Collective, Aqua Riders of Holland Show Ski Team and Team Hoyt New England. Free. The event will run from 8:30 am-4 pm, with two[...]

East Boston, For all Summer 2024 classes, July – August 2024, with Piers Park Sailing. 2024 Enrollment Dates For Spring And Summer:  March 1 – East Boston Residents. • April 1 – Chelsea, Revere, Winthrop,[...]

Westfield, MA, July 6th, 2024. Open to the public. With The Center for Human Development (CHD) All In program and the Springfield Thunderbirds Sled Hockey team. For those with physical disabilities, you must have some[...]

Millis, MA, July 8th – 29th, 2024, with the Millis, MA, Recreation Department. Free. The Millis recreation staff will host an adaptive and inclusive social event for individuals with special needs. * For ages 13[...]

Adaptive Canoeing & Kayaking in Concord, Natick, Stoneham & Waltham, through August 29th, 2024. The State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access program offers adaptive and accessible kayaking in small groups in state parks through Waypoint[...]

Worcester, MA, July 9th – August 13th, 2024, with Easterseals Massachusetts. Free. An adapted recreational swim program led by aquatics instructors and a lifeguard. Groups will participate in fun safety activities and water games that[...]

Acton, Boston, Cambridge, Hingham, Lincoln, Natick, Somerville, Waltham, July 7th – Augus 27th, with Waypoint Adventure.  Waypoint Adventure Summer Nights Programs are funded in part through the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation which provides free[...]

Hingham, MA, July 10th – 24th, 2024, with the South Shore Special Needs Athletic Partnership (SNAP). SNAP & Hingham Maritime Center  beginner sail class is an introductory sailing class designed for newcomers to sailing. Under the[...]

Concord, MA, July 10th – September 24th, 2024, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities. * Meet at the sport court and learn some popular summer sports while meeting new friends. *[...]

Natick & Needham, MA, Summer 2024, with the Charles River Center. Sponsored By Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). There will be alternating locations. * Please note that pre-registration and an intake are[...]

Kennebunk Beach, ME, June 16th, 2024, with Special Surfers.​ Special Surfers is a non-profit organization sharing the empowering experience of surfing with children and young adults of all ages with special needs. * Particpants must[...]

Hampton, NH, july 18th, 2024. Free. Surfing With Smiles gives those with intellectual, physical, sensory, and mental disabilities the chance to learn to surf. Sign ups are required for all surfers. * Sign ups are[...]

Amherst, MA, July 22nd – August 18th, 2024, with Amherst Recreation. Join a Adaptive Swim Lessons – Included each week: Four classes – each 90 minutes long, consisting of: 30 minutes of adaptive open swim[...]

Lexington, MA, July 22nd – August 1st, 2024. For ages 1 – 14.  The Lexington Recreation Department offers this American Red Cross Learn to Swim group swimming lessons- a swim membership is required to participate[...]

Hampton Beach State Park, NH, July 25th, 2024, with ACLU New Hampshire. This event will focus on making Hampton Beach State Park more accessible and inclusive for everyone. Join a day filled with informative speakers, engaging[...]

Holland / Sturbridge, July 25th, 2024, with the Webster Water Ski Collective. A special Adaptive Ski Day specifically for participants with spinal cord injuries. Trained staff will be utilizing specialized sit-skis to give each participant[...]

Brighton, through October 31st, 2024. With Community Rowing in Brighton. * There are several Para programs offered at CRI that suit the needs of new, recreational, competitive & elite rowers with a wide range of[...]

Lexington, MA, August 5th – 15th, 2024. For ages 1 – 14.  The Lexington Recreation Department offers this American Red Cross Learn to Swim group swimming lessons- a swim membership is required to participate in[...]

Hampton, NH, August 6th, 2024. Free. Surfing With Smiles gives those with intellectual, physical, sensory, and mental disabilities the chance to learn to surf. Sign ups are required for all surfers. * Sign ups are[...]

Burlington, MA, August 7th – 14th, 2024, with the Burlington Recreation Department. Adventure awaits is an accessible adventure based program. Each season they will embark on new adventures. * This summer they are partnering with[...]

East Brookfield, MA, August 9th, 2024,  with the Webster Water Ski Collective.  Free. An  “Any Age/Any Disability” OPEN Adaptive Ski Day. This event may be full – please check with the host. * The event[...]

Plymouth, MA, August 11th, 2o24, with Spaulding Rehab Network in Massachusetts. The sport of sled hockey enables individuals to play hockey in a seated position with blades beneath them. Players propel themselves by using sticks[...]

Scitutate, MA, August 12th – 16th,  2024, with Community of Resources for Special Education (C.O.R.S.E. Foundation) and the Scituate Recreation Department. This program may be full – please check with the host for more information. [...]

Malden, MA, August 17th, 2024, with Adaptive Climbing Group in Somerville. Weather permitting. Gear will be provided to those who need it, but please bring your own lunch, water bottle and clothing for New England’s[...]

South Dennis, MA, August 17th, 2024.  An all-inclusive ice hockey, the Great Blizzards are an affilliate of The Great Blizzards of Kingston, MA. * The Great Blizzards provides an opportunity for people with disabilities, regardless[...]

Boston, MA, August 17th, 2024, with Adaptive Sports New England & Community Boating Inc.’s Universal Access Program.  These sessions are designed specifically for athletes with visual or mobility impairments. * Emphasis is placed on sailing[...]

Burlington, MA, August 19th – 23rd, 2024, with the Burlington Recreation Department. For participants with a disability. iCan Shine is a nationally recognized non-profit organization that provides recreational programs for individuals with disabilities. * For[...]

Kennebunk Beach, ME, August 20th, 2024, with Special Surfers.​ Special Surfers is a non-profit organization sharing the empowering experience of surfing with children and young adults of all ages with special needs. * Particpants must[...]

Tyngsboro, MA, August 21st, 2024,  with the Webster Water Ski Collective. This event is co-hosted by the Jack Trottier Foundation and our friends from Team Hoyt New England. Registrations are currently limited to members of[...]

Newport, RI, August 25th, 2024, with Spina Bifida Association of Greater New England. Free. Enjoy an Adaptive Sail on the Impossible Dream – Registration Deadline: August 19. Join SBAGNE for an adaptive sail on the[...]

Plymouth, MA, August 25th, 2o24, with Spaulding Rehab Network in Massachusetts. The sport of sled hockey enables individuals to play hockey in a seated position with blades beneath them. Players propel themselves by using sticks[...]

East Boston, September & October 2024, with Piers Park Sailing. For youth ages 10 and older. Sailing After School is a program for youth to rapidly advance through PPSC’s sailing curriculum with a 4:1 student[...]

North Attleboro, MA, Fall 2024. Volt Hockey is for people living with physical disabilities, especially those who have limited upper and lower body mobility. All with physical disabilities are encouraged to sign up. * This[...]

Frankin, MA, September 8th- November 10th, 2024. Free and we welcome to all athletes ages 7 and up, with and without disabilities. Franklin Free Kicks is a unified soccer program run by Franklin Special Olympics. This[...]

Norwood, MA, September 8th – November 3rd 2024. The Skating Club of Boston® believes everyone should have the opportunity to ice skate and is committed to providing positive and supportive programming for all to participate,[...]

Acton, MA, September 8th – October 20th, 2024. The Miracle League of Massachusetts’ Adult Miracle League program is for athletes 22 and older. * The Miracle League of Massachusetts is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated[...]

Westerly, RI, September 14th, 2024, with Amp Surf New England. AmpSurf™ is a non-profit organization established to Promote, Inspire, Educate and Rehabilitate (PIER™) adaptive surfing and other outdoor activities outdoor activities. * This Learn to[...]

Concord, MA, September 15th – October 27th, with the Concord Recreation Department.  For ages 5 – 22 with a range of disabilities. In these 1:1 swim lessons, participants will work with American Red Cross Water Safety[...]

Hanover, MA, September 15th, 2024, Hosted by South Coast Wheelchair Tennis Foundation of MA & RI and the South Shore YMCA Emilson. Wheelchair Tennis Tournament. Local wheelchair tennis players are invited to participate in a[...]

York, ME, September 21st, 2024, with Amp Surf New England. AmpSurf™ is a non-profit organization established to Promote, Inspire, Educate and Rehabilitate (PIER™) adaptive surfing and other outdoor activities outdoor activities. * This Learn to[...]

Westport, MA, September 22nd, 2o24, with Rare Surfs and Gnome Surf Therapy. For 2024, they have their inaugural event planned in New England in Westport MA. Gnome Surf  is experienced taking individuals of all abilities[...]

Boston, MA, September 25th – November 20th, 2024, with Franciscan Children’s Adaptive Skating.  Whether your child is learning how to skate or wants to improve their stick handling, passing, and shooting, this program can assist.[...]

Springfield, MA, September 2024 – April 2025.  CHDs All In program/Springfield Thunderbirds Sled Hockey program. Programs serve ages up to 16, an 17 and older through adulthood. * Sled hockey, is HOCKEY but sitting down[...]

Whitehall State Park in Hopkinton, MA, October 9th, 2024. The State of Massachusetts DCR Universal Access program offers adaptive and accessible kayaking in small groups in state parks through Waypoint Adventure. * Join UAP for[...]

Cambridge, MA, October 16th, 2024. Free. A dedicated evening for visitors who would benefit from a sensory-friendly experience. Enter the Museum after they close to enjoy galleries with a limited number of visitors. Guests can access[...]

Amherst, MA, October 19th – November 23rd, 2024. ACEing Autism offers tennis clinics tailored specifically for children with autism aged 5 to 18. The clinics are designed to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where[...]

Wayland, MA, October 20th – November 17th, 2024. ACEing Autism offers tennis clinics tailored specifically for children with autism aged 5 to 18. The clinics are designed to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where[...]

Amherst, MA, Sundays, through 2024, with the Amherst Recreation Department. Join a Adaptive Swim Lessons. Sundays at Amherst Regional Middle School pool. • 11 am – 12 pm ~ adaptive open & lap swim ~[...]

Concord, MA, October 21st, 2024.NE PGA Golf Drive, Chip and Putt Clinic. Athletes of all different skill levels and ages compete in the three golf skills events at Nashawtuc Country Club for the 4th annual[...]

Danvers, MA, October 22 – December 10th, 2024 with the Northeast Arc. For ages 16+.  Train like a boxer and feel like a champion. Get in your zone and let the class will fly by [...]

Wellesley, MA, October 22nd – November 12th, 2024. Golf skills program (range and short game) for athletes ages 18 and older and run by the Wellesley College Golf Team. * Program will occur on Tuesdays,[...]

Winter 2025 with the JCC Springfield.  * Facility includes a heated, six lane pool. * Entry to the pool includes stairs, ladder, and handicap lift access. * The pool area also includes a mid-sized wading[...]

Worcester, MA, through February 23rd, 2024, with Easterseals Massachusetts. Free. An adapted recreational swim program led by aquatics instructors and a lifeguard. Groups will participate in fun safety activities and water games that maximize independence[...]

Kingston & South Dennis, MA, through May 2025. An all-inclusive ice hockey team, The Great Blizzards of Cape Cod are an affiliate of The Great Blizzards of Kingston, MA. * The Great Blizzards provides an[...]

Tufts University, Medford, October 27th, 2024. Join Adaptive Sports New England and many adaptive sports organizations from throughout New England for a day full of fun, games and new experiences. * This day is designed[...]

Scitutate, MA, September 15th – October 27th, 2024, with Community of Resources for Special Education (C.O.R.S.E. Foundation) and the Scituate Recreation Department. Designed for ALL abilities in Pre-K, Grades 3 -5 and 6 – 8,[...]

Concord, MA, November 3rd – December 15th, with the Concord Recreation Department.  For ages 5 – 22 with a range of disabilities. In these 1:1 swim lessons, participants will work with American Red Cross Water Safety[...]

Norwood, MA, November 10th, 2024 – January 26th, 2025. The Skating Club of Boston® believes everyone should have the opportunity to ice skate and is committed to providing positive and supportive programming for all to[...]

Auburn, MA, December 2nd 2024- February 10th, 2025, with Auburn Youth Basketball. This program will incorporate adaptive techniques into basketball to create an inclusive and enjoyable experience for players of all abilities, preschool to high[...]

Fitchburg, MA, December 7th – January 25th, 2025, with the Black Action Coalition. Free. Honey Badgers inclusive basketball program is for children and young people living with disabilities, autism, psychosocial challenges or additional support needs.[...]

Reading, MA, December 4th, 2024 – January 25th, 2025, with the Reading Recreation Department. Special Skates is a learn-to-skate program for children ages 4+ and adults with special needs. *  Skaters are supported on the[...]

Holyoke, MA, Winter 2024 – 2025, with the DCR Universal Access Program.  Free admission and equipment use. Lace up a pair of conventional skates or slide around the ice in your wheelchair. * Ice sleds, skate[...]

Natick, MA, December 13th, 2o24, with the Boston Ability Center. This event is intended for neurodivergent tweens and teens ages 9-17 to have a chance to meet new people and foster friendships. * The goal[...]

Across Metrowest, Fall & Winter 2024, with the Charles River Center of Needham. Schedule will include: * October 18, 2024- Boston Lights at Franklin Park Zoo * November 1, 2024 – Brookline Clayroom * November[...]

Norwood, November 30th, 2024 – February 1st, 2025, with the The Skating Club of Boston®. Team Excel Unified Synchronized Skating Program- Unified skating is an inclusive form of ice skating designed to accommodate individuals with various[...]

Pawtucket, RI, through March, 2025. The Greater Providence Youth Hockey Association’s Special Needs Hockey (GPYHA/RI) offers Learn to Skate/Instructional Hockey for children age 4 to young adult with Down Syndrome, Autism, or any other developmental[...]

Beverly, MA, January 4th – February 1st, 2025, with the Miracle League of the North Shore and the Children’s Center for Communication at the Beverly School for the Deaf.  Please inquire about the appropriate ages[...]

Quincy, MA, January – April 2025, with Adaptive Sports New England. Adaptive Sports New England’s swim lesson program is held in partnership with the Hale Family YMCA and Simmons University. The lessons are overseen by[...]

Hanover, MA, January 5th – May 4th, 2025, with Southcoast Wheelchair Tennis Foundation. Free. Do you know a child with a lower body mobility impairment? Looking for an activity to help with your health and[...]

Everett, MA, January 5th – March 9th, 2025, with Spaulding Adaptive Sports. September 2022 – April 2023. Recreational sled hockey is open to individuals ages 17 and older of all abilities. Practices consist of individual[...]

Concord, MA, January 6th – March 24th, with the Minute Man Arc. For ages 16+ with disabilities. Explore foundational art concepts while exploring new mediums and creating personal works of art. * Opportunity for people[...]

Charlestown, Plymouth, Salem, MA, through April 22nd, 2025, with Spaulding Adaptive Sports. Pickleball is an all-abilities game similar to tennis, but played on a smaller court with lighter racquets and balls. Returning and new players[...]

Natick, MA, January 10th, 2025, with the Boston Ability Center. This event is intended for neurodivergent tweens and teens ages 9-17 to have a chance to meet new people and foster friendships. * The goal[...]

Gardner, Goshen & Millers Falls, Pittsfield, Weston, MA, January 11th – March 29th, 2024. For people with disabilities, along with their family and friends. Specific dates for each location, and each location may offer different[...]

Wachusett Mountain in Westmister, MA, January 16th – March 13th, 2025, with Spaulding Adaptive Sports in Massachusetts. Designed to introduce beginners to adaptive sit ski equipment with Spaulding staff and volunteers. If you are a[...]

Rockland, MA, January 16th – March 27th, 2025, with Spaulding Adaptive Sports. The new Youth Small-Group Fitness Training is geared towards young athletes participating in organized adaptive sports. Led by a Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer,[...]

Holyoke, MA, Winter 2024 – 2025, with the DCR Universal Access Program.  Free admission and equipment use. Lace up a pair of conventional skates or slide around the ice in your wheelchair. * Ice sleds, skate[...]

Everett, MA, January 19th – March 9th, 2025, with Spaulding Adaptive Sports. Free. The Spaulding Sledgehogs Youth Sled Hockey Program is open to youth ages 5-17 of all abilities. They offer both recreational and competitive[...]

Natick, MA, January 24th, 2025, with the Boston Ability Center. This event is intended for neurodivergent tweens and teens ages 9-17 to have a chance to meet new people and foster friendships. Calling all star[...]

Hanover, MA, Winter & Spring 2025, with Southcoast Wheelchair Tennis Foundation. Free. Only for juniors age 18 and under dates – January 26, February 23, March 30 and April 27. Do you know a child[...]

Boston, January 29th – April 2nd, 2025, with Franciscan Children’s Adaptive Sports. This program that blends the art of traditional karate – “the way of the empty hand” – with customized techniques designed to meet[...]

Reading, MA, Winter & Spring 2025, with the Burbank YMCA Adaptive Swim Program.  The Burbank YMCA will offer sessions of Adaptive Swim Lessons from February to April. They will offer 5 session meetings for 30[...]

Norwood, MA, February 2nd – April 6th, 2025. The Skating Club of Boston® believes everyone should have the opportunity to ice skate and is committed to providing positive and supportive programming for all to participate,[...]

Pembroke, MA, through May 2025, with Mass Youth Hockey and American Youth Special Hockey. South Shore Ice dragons Special hockey is a program for players, ages 5 yrs and up through adulthood, with physical, developmental,[...]

Brockton, East Boston, Fall River, Gardner, Holyoke, North Adams, Worcester, through March 2025, with the State of Massachusetts DCR Univeral Access Program and All Out Adventures.  Free. Lace up a pair of conventional skates or slide[...]

Natick, MA, February 21st, 2025, with the Boston Ability Center. This event is intended for neurodivergent tweens and teens ages 9-17 to have a chance to meet new people and foster friendships. * The goal[...]

Boston, MA, through June 2025, with Adaptive Sports New England. For ages 8+ with a visual or mobility impairment. Each swimmer receives an individualized program to help work on their technical and psychological skills. * This[...]