Accessible Recreational Programs

There are a variety of indoor, outdoor and sports activities for children and adults with disabilities to participate in all year round.

Check out the Accessible Summer Activities that are available!

All Out Adventures Easthampton offers outdoor recreational programs that include accessible kayaking, flat water canoeing, paddling programs, hiking, and hand cycling in various locations in Massachusetts. (413) 427-8980.

Accessible Swimming Pools Lifts are available at all of the State Parks and Recreation Department's twenty swimming pools. The pools are free. Contact pool directly for information about other site factors affecting accessibility.

ARCs provide a variety of social and recreational activities for children and teens with developmental disabilities. To find your local Arc, go to MNIP's Town / Area Cross Reference.

Center for Human Development Check out the Disability Resource Program they have. For more information please contact Nancy Bazanchuk.
Number: 413-788-9695
Email: nbazanchuk@chd.org

Horseback Riding - NARHA Centers in Massachusetts North American Riding Handicapped Association, Inc. for individuals with special needs, equine-assisted activities have been shown to improve muscle tone, balance, posture, coordination, motor development, as well as emotional well-being.

Mass Dept. of Conservation & Recreational Universal Access Program provides outdoor recreation opportunities in Massachusetts State Parks for visitors of all abilities. Accessibility to Massachusetts State Parks is achieved through site improvements, specialized adaptive recreation equipment, and accessible recreation DCR events.

Partners for Youth with Disabilities Provides mentoring programs that assist young people reach their full potential including one-to-one, group mentoring and e-mentoring. (617) 556-4075 or (413) 584-0455

Special Olympics Massachusetts (SOMA). Special Olympics Massachusetts provides year round sports training and athletic competition for all persons with intellectual disabilities. Minimum age requirement is eight years of age. There is no maximum age requirement. SOMA summer games offers aquatics, athletics, gymnastics, sailing, tennis and volleyball. Go to above link to search SOMA region that covers your town. (978) 774-1501.

Summer Camps 2010 - MNIP Fact Sheet

Town Recreation Departments. Most programs are open to participants from neighboring towns. Call your area town recreation department to find out if it has special programming for children with disabilities.

YMCAs are accessible and offer a range of classes. Click on YMCA link to find your local YMCA by zip code.

Whole Children offers movement, art, recreation and music programs for infants, children and teens of all abilities. Located in Hadley. Carrie McGee, Director. (413) 585-8010

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