Programs in Northwest Vermont
Counties: Chittenden, Franklin, Grand Isle, & Addison
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Therapeutic Horseback Riding Programs
Offers group and individual riding lessons to individuals with physical, emotional, behavior and cognitive challenges.
Lessons begin April 1st and are offered on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Scholarships available
Adaptive Fitness Classes
Tailored workouts for individuals with mobility challenges, neurological conditions, and other impairments
Build functional strength to improve activities of daily living
Specialized coaching, small-group classes, and personal training
Group fitness class meets Saturdays at 11:30 am
Spectacular Skier Program
6-week ski program for children with special needs
The skier will be matched with a high school student or community mentor to ensure their success on the mountain
For more information contact Sue Carpenter: scarpe@gmavt.net
Adaptive Skiing lessons
For more information contact: skiarea@cochranskiarea.com
Swimming
Individual, 30-minute lessons for individiduals with physical or developmental needs
An application must be completed two weeks prior to lesson start date
Cost: $37 per lesson
Contact:
Jess Lukas, Aquatic's Director
jlukas@gbymca.org
Swimming
Offered to youth and adults with disabilities at Greater Burlington YMCA
Provides acclimation to the aquatic environment, stroke work, and competition swimming
Apply for scholarship ($25 application fee) for 5 lessons.
Kayaking
Offered to youth and adults of all ability levels.
Runs for 8 weeks from mid June-mid August
This Program is regularly held at Waterbury Reservoir but occasionally offers programs on Lake Champlain
Applications open May 15th ($25 application fee)
Indoor Rock Climbing
Offered to youth and adults of all ability levels at Metro Rock in Essex Junction and Petra Cliffs in Burlington
Scholarship based ($25 application fee)
NDAA offers several different adaptive sports and recreation programs across Vermont. Check their Facebook for current events and programs.
Archery
Biathlon
Bocce
Cross-Country Skiing
Handcycling
Kayaking
offered from June-October in various locations in Northern VT and New York
Open to all individuals who have mobility challenges
Contact:
Power soccer
Sailing
Offered from late May-September at the Moorings Marina in Colchester
Boats can also be controlled with a sip ‘n’ puff switch, granting sailors with significant mobility or dexterity impairments the chance to captain independently.
Contact:
Preferred contact method: text Sam Chambers (802) 279-4179 or Al Pierce (201)-745-3440
Sled Hockey
Offered weekly from December-mid March
Available to all ages and abilities
Players sit on sleds and propel themselves by using modified hockey sticks. Participants with significant mobility or dexterity limitations have the option to have a pusher propel their sled.
Practice schedule is updated on NDAA Facebook page
Tennis
Partners In Adventure (PIA)
Partners In Adventure (PIA)
PIA offers programming for young people with & without disabilities, fostering friendships, independence, and building self-esteem.
Year-Round Programs
Hitting the Trails/ "Walk and Roll"
Music with Jen
"Saturday Night Out"
Adventures in Granola
"Connections"
Movement with Emily
Make it Take it
Seasonal Programs
Winter Camp
Summer Camp
Holiday Socials
Special Olympics Vermont provides year-round sports training and competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
Addison County
Addison County
Programs Offered:
Swimming
Athletics (Track & Field)
Alpine Skiing
Basketball
Bocce
Bowling
Cross Country Skiing
Soccer
Snowshoeing
Contact:
Karen Nawn Fahey
802-989-3081
Chittenden County
Chittenden County
Programs Offered:
Soccer
Bocce
Alpine Skiing
Swimming
Athletics (Track & Field)
Basketball
Bowling
Cross Country Skiing
Floorball
Snowboarding
Snowshoeing
Softball
Contact:
Dave Bogdan
802-865-3840
Karen Bodgan
Franklin County
Franklin County
Programs Offered:
Alpine Skiing
Swimming
Athletics (Track & Field)
Basketball
Bowling
Bocce
Soccer
Softball
Cross Country Skiing
Contact:
Rhonda Mercier
802-782-0422
Horseback Riding
Therapeutic horseback riding lessons at Lily Bud Farm in Hinesburg, VT
Lessons are offered on Wednesday and Sunday mornings for children under 150 lbs
Scholarship program available for children needing financial assistance
Vermont Adaptive provides year round adaptive sports and recreation programs to youth and adults throughout Vermont.
Snowsports
Offered to youth and adults with disabilities at Bolton Valley Resort
Activities offered include alpine skiing, snowboarding, cross country skiing, & snowshoeing
Scholarships available
Reservations are required
Summer/ Spring/ Fall Programs
Offered at various program locations around Vermont.
Reservations are required
Paddle sports: canoeing, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding
Cycling
Mountain Biking (lift access & trail riding)
Sailing
Indoor Rock Climbing
Hiking
Tennis
Environmental Programs
CORE Connections Wellness Retreats
Beeper Baseball
Group Outings: special experiences for groups
Mountain Biking
Trail and lift-access mountain biking for all abilities, offered at various program locations around Vermont
Bike fleet includes 15 three wheeled bikes, and over 40 two wheeled bikes
Programs run mid June- mid September
Reservations are required
Veteran Programs
Offered to injured service members, veteran's with disabilities, and their families
Equipment, lessons, and tickets are free of charge
Reservations are required 48 hours in advance for independent athletes and 14 days in advance for anyone requiring assistance
Veteran Ventures activities can be found on "Events" page
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