Friday, July 12: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Location: Riverchase Galleria - BumperNets

Join fellow athletes at BumperNets where you’ll be provided tokens to play games throughout the arcade. There will be something for every age from table tennis to foosball to arcade games. Just head down to the first floor in the Galleria Mall and follow the signs.

Saturday, July 13: 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Location: Hyatt Regency Birmingham

Explore the fundamentals of sports nutrition and healthy eating with Lakeshore Foundation sports dietitian, Lacey Gammon. Learn how food fuels athletic performance and supports overall health. She’ll introduce topics such as macronutrient balance, hydration strategies, and meal planning while traveling for competition. Join us to learn how to optimize your diet for peak performance and recovery.

Saturday, July 13: 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Location: Hyatt Regency Birmingham

A good coach can play a transformational role in a child’s experience. While most coaches recognize the key role they play in promoting youth development and social and emotional skills, they often don’t feel supported in doing so. Join us for an educational session on how to support positive environments that will help athletes and coaches thrive both on and off the field.

Sunday, July 14: 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Location: Hyatt Regency Birmingham

Deborah McFadden, the former United State Commissioner of Disabilities, known for her instrumental work writing and helping to pass the ADA, as well as the mother of two Paralympians - Tatyana and Hannah, will be answering critical questions that are important for your child’s financial future. Is it really true my child can go to college for free if they have a disability? Can they get almost $1,000/month deposited into their checking account? What if I make too much money, can my child still get these benefits? When and how do I apply for SSI/SSDI? Are there loans and scholarships that my child is eligible for college? What are ABLE and Special Needs Trusts, and should I set these up? What legal steps should I be taking now?

Stop By & Try:
Saturday and Sunday, July 13/14, 9:00am - 12:00pm; 1:30pm - 5:00pm
Location: Spain Park High School

Athlete and Coaches Clinic:
Monday, July 15: 10:00am-11:30am
Spain Park High School

Come and play wheelchair tennis in a fun and engaging way! USTA has a pathway from beginner all the way to Grand Slam stardom. The goal is to introduce you to this wonderful sport and help you find local programming in your area. Saturday and Sunday Drop By & Try is informal, whereas Monday's clinic will be structured along with a wheelchair tennis coaches clinic! All ages and skill levels are welcome!

Monday, July 15: 11:00am - 11:30am
Location: Spain Park High School

Celebrate the partnership between Move United and The Hartford with an equipment giveaway and presentation of The Hartford Human Achievement award to a few deserving athletes.

Monday, July 15: 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Location: Hoover Met Complex

Everyone is invited to join us at the Hoover Met Complex for the pre-Welcome Ceremony social. Beat the heat, in the air-conditioned Finley Center, and join us for clinics in the gym and an athlete village in the lobby. Food trucks and an apparel vendor will be located right outside of the Finley Center for your enjoyment. Staging for the Welcome Ceremony parade will also take place in the Finley Center. Come ready to have some fun, try new things, and grab some yummy food before we kick things off with the Welcome Ceremony.

Monday, July 15: 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Location: Finley Center

Join Boccia United States to learn more about this Paralympic sport and opportunities to get involved in your community! National High Performance Manager Dr. Kathy Brinker and athlete Scott Stokes will lead the hands-on clinic that will take you through some of the basic rules and strategies of the game. Athletes will also have the chance to get on court and try their hand at the game. See you on court!

Monday, July 15: 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Location: Finley Center

Come and try an adaptive bike with Catalyst Sports. We have a range of trikes and handcycles that can be fitted to each rider. Once you are fitted, take the bike for a test ride in our cycling zone. Learn more about Cycling with Catalyst Sports including how to rent or purchase an adaptive bike or join a group ride with us.

Monday, July 15: 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Location: Finley Center

An introductory sitting volleyball clinic will be offered to all who wish to participate. The clinic will teach athletes the various skills in sitting volleyball, how to sit and move on the floor efficiently, and provide an opportunity for game play so that all can gain sitting volleyball experience. This clinic is geared towards athletes and coaches. No equipment required.

Monday, July 15: 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Location: Finley Center

Interested in trying parafencing? Join USA Fencing for a clinic with Paris 2024 Paralympian, Tori Isaacson. We will go over the basics of parafencing, get you suited up, and give parafencing a try! Coaches, parents, and program administrators are also welcome to come learn more about the sport and get connected with parafencing in your area.

Monday, July 15: 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Location: Hoover Met Complex

Join the Parade of Athletes and celebrate all those involved in The Hartford Nationals at the Welcome Ceremony. It will be a night you don’t want to miss! Join us before the event for socials, clinics, and food trucks. Then be sure all guests and parents line the parade route to cheer on the Parade of Athletes that starts at 5:00pm. The parade route will go from the Finley Center to the Hoover Met Stadium so be sure to watch for signs so that you can cheer on your athletes. Move United will provide each state flag for the Parade of Athletes. The Welcome Ceremony pep rally will begin in the Hoover Met Stadium following the parade. In case of inclement weather, the Ceremony will be moved indoors to the Finley Center.

Tuesday, July 16: 7:00am - 7:00pm
Location: Lakeshore Foundation

The Lakeshore Sports Science & Performance Center (SSPC) is offering discounted assessments to The Hartford participants. All athletes who purchase a package will receive a
free SSPC t-shirt.
Rookie Package: $25
• Option 1: DEXA Scan & Power Assessment + FREE Speed Test
• Option 2: VO2 Max & Power Assessment + FREE Speed Test
All-Star Package: $50
• DEXA Scan, VO2 Max, Agility and Power Assessment + FREE Speed Test

Tuesday, July 16: 9:00am - 10:30am and 11:00am - 12:30pm (repeat sessions)
Location: Lakeshore Foundation

Developmental camps are ideal for newer swimmers, regardless of age, who are interested in learning more about the sport of Para swimming, U.S. Paralympics Swimming and some basic techniques and strategies for training and competing as a Para swimmer. Athletes do not need to have been previously classified but should be signed up for classification at the event. Camp will include both in water and classroom sessions and will be led by U.S. Para Swimming staff and/or National Team coaches.

Tuesday, July 16: 10:00am - 11:30am
Location: Lakeshore Foundation

Introducing the new Competitive Adaptive Boxing Clinic, debuting for the first time at Nationals! Envisioned as a future Paralympic event, adaptive boxing allows fighters to train and compete in amateur matches under USA Boxing Rules & Guidelines. Adaptive fitness specialists and USA Certified Boxing Coaches provide tailored options to ensure every participant can excel.

Tuesday, July 16: 6pm - 8pm
Location: Lakeshore Foundation

Join us for fun activities and to cheer on your fellow athletes at the Para Powerlifting competition taking place at Lakeshore Foundation. Come checkout Lakeshore’s all-new Sports Science and Performance Center where for this week only you can receive deep discounts on any services. Other activities taking place throughout the facility include rock climbing, concessions, and food trucks. And you definitely don’t want to miss the debut of para-boxing hosting a clinic in the fieldhouse. Grab a friend or a sibling and give it a try. Later that evening, join us for the Move United Para-College Recruiting Showcase. Expect a full afternoon of activities as you cheer on the Para Powerlifters.

Tuesday, July 16: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Location: Lakeshore Foundation

Are you a middle school or high school athlete with dreams of taking your sport to the next level by competing in the NCAA? Then you are not going to want to miss The Para-College Recruiting Showcase! This recruiting event is the first of its kind, bringing adaptive athletics programs and prospective para-college athletes together in one space. This event will feature a panel of coaches and current adaptive student-athletes, followed by a recruiting tabling event where athletes and families will have the opportunity to make connections and learn information about NCAA adaptive sports programs.

Thursday, July 17: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Finley Center

Close out the week with an evening of awards and entertainment at the 2024 The Hartford Nationals Closing Celebration. Sign up for the Closing Celebration dinner during the registration process and wrap up the week in style. Get ready to “Go for Gold” at our Paralympic-themed evening. Feel free to sport your red, white, and blue as we honor our athletes with awards and as always, an after-show dance party like no other.