Volunteer Opportunities 

Link to Volunteer: https://www.azadaptivewatersports.org/volunteer-activity-details 

Volunteering with Arizona Adaptive Water Sports (AAWS)

AAWS volunteers help individuals with disabilities participate in adaptive water sports in a safe, fun, and inclusive environment. Roles range from athlete support and dock assistance to boating, fishing, and event setup.

Opportunities That Don’t Involve Getting Wet

• Registration check-in
  
  

• Parking/golf cart assistance
  
  

• Public relations (photography, videography, social media)
  
  

• T-shirt sales
  
  

• Event setup and teardown

Requirements

• Pre-registration required
  
  

• Follow AAWS Code of Conduct
  
  

• Some roles require certifications (Boater Safety, CPR/First Aid)
  
  

• Safety positions may require training and a strong swimming ability

Link to Volunteer: https://www.arizonadisabledsports.com/volunteer 

Volunteering with Arizona Disabled Sports (ADS)

ADS offers volunteer opportunities across adaptive sports programs and events for individuals with physical, visual, and intellectual disabilities. Volunteers can support:

• Arizona Heat programs and events
  
  

• Team Mesa Adaptive Programs
  
  

• Special events and annual competitions
  
  

Volunteer roles include:

• Unified Partners (participate alongside athletes in Unified Sports®)
  
  

• Volunteer Coaches (training provided, no prior experience required)
  
  

• Event Volunteers (registration, scorekeeping, timing, staging, awards)
  
  

Shift lengths for events are typically around four hours.

Requirements

• Completion of a liability and media waiver (valid for one year)
  
  

• Minors must have a parent/guardian signature
  
  

• Contact ADS to be added to the volunteer database and receive updates
  
  

• Sign up for opportunities through their designated registration platform
  
  

No specific certification or background check requirements are listed on the volunteer page, but requirements may vary depending on the role.

Link to Volunteer: https://ability360.org/sports-volunteer/ 

Requirements

Special Event & Tournament Volunteers Only

• Email program coordinator to be added to the volunteer list
  
  

• Sign required waivers for each event
  
  

• No volunteer application, criminal history form, or orientations required
  
  

• Training provided the day of the event
  
  

New Program or Fitness Volunteers

• Complete a volunteer application
  
  

• Participate in a volunteer interview
  
  

• Complete required paperwork, including:
  
  

  • Criminal History Self-Disclosure Affidavit (notarized if 18+)
    
    

  • Liability waiver
    
    

  • Media release waiver
    
    

  • Volunteer agreement form
    
    

• Attend two orientations (virtual and facility-specific)
  
  

• Allow approximately two weeks for processing after applying
  
  

Requirements vary depending on the type of volunteer role selected.

Link to Volunteer: https://highcountryadaptive.org/volunteer/ 

Volunteering with High Country Adaptive Sports (HCAS)

HCAS provides adaptive outdoor recreation across Arizona’s High Country, offering opportunities to support athletes of all abilities in winter and summer programs.

Winter Volunteer (Arizona Snowbowl)

• Assist with adaptive ski and snowboard lessons (bi-ski, mono-ski, 2/3/4-track, snowboard, ski bike, etc.)
  
  

• Help with lift loading, equipment fitting, staging, and athlete support
  
  

• Provide check-in and end-of-day assistance
  
  

• Orientation and on-snow training provided; shadow shifts required

Summer Volunteer

• Support adaptive kayaking (shore and on-water assistance)
  
  

• Assist with adaptive mountain biking and rock climbing
  
  

• Help with events and outreach
  
  

• Orientation and activity-specific training provided

Requirements

• Age 16+ (some roles require 18+)
  
  

• Background check required for athlete-facing roles
  
  

• Complete orientation and role-specific training
  
  

• Participate in shadow shifts before independent assignments
  
  

• Comfortable working outdoors (winter or summer conditions)
  
  

• Typical shifts:
  
  

  • Winter: 3–4 hours
    
    

  • Summer: 2–3 hours
    
    

Experience is not required—training and ongoing support are provided.

There is limited information about volunteering with SAAS, but here is the contact information to get involved.

Contact: Mia Hansen 520-370-0588 info@soazadaptivesports.org