The Hartford Nationals Schedule & Venues
General Information, Schedule, and Venues
The 2025 The Hartford Nationals will take place in Grand Rapids, Michigan from July 11-17, 2025.
General Information
Health and Wellness
Medical support will be provided to the athletes competing at The Hartford Nationals. They will be onsite at each competition if an athlete has a medical concern. Both the locations of the Athletic Trainers at each competition venue and the locations of nearby hospitals and urgent cares will be shared prior to the event. In the event of a medical emergency, please call 911.
- Please refer to the medical tent if you have any medical concerns during the competition.
- If you have a medical issue outside of competition please call your medical provider or call 911.
- The Sports Medicine Team will be serving registered athletes. Please allow only one coach or family member with an athlete in the tent at any given time.
- You are responsible for your own medications such as inhalers for asthma, epi pens for severe allergies, and oxygen (we do not have oxygen on site).
- If an athlete is seen by the Sports Medicine Team and declared to have a concussion, they will be disqualified from competition.
- The Sports Medicine Team uses best practices for monitoring core body temperature. If needed, rapid cooling is used before transport.
Emergency Medical Information
Additional information for hospitals and urgent care facilities located near each competition site will be shared prior to the event.
General Security
General security will exist for the venues as well as occasional presence from local law enforcement. If you experience a security threat, immediately dial 911 to activate emergency response, and then inform Dana Dodge who is onsite with Move United at ddodge@moveunitedsport.org or 240-268-1246.
Competition Environment – Weather
Heat-related illnesses are one of the greatest risks for athletes competing outdoors. It is advised to begin hydrating a couple of days ahead of your arrival at Nationals and continue to hydrate well throughout the week. Cooling towels will be provided by Move United and ample water and ice will be available at all sport venues.
Weather announcements will be communicated through the Nationals App. If severe weather happens during a competition, an announcement will be made via the Nationals App as well as over the PA system, where applicable, and the emergency plan will be followed.
Schedule of Events
Below is the schedule of events for the 2025 The Hartford Nationals. You may also download a Pdf version of the schedule to print.
Thursday, July 10, 2025
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM | Track and Field Classification *By appointment | Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Airport |
| 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Midwest Wheelchair Tennis Championship Up/Down Social | MVP Athletic Club Crahen |
Friday, July 11, 2025
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Check-In: Athlete & Coach | Hilton Garden Inn Grand Rapids East |
| 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM | Midwest Wheelchair Tennis Championship | MVP Athletic Club Crahen |
| 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM | Track and Field Classification *By appointment | Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Airport |
| 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Check-In: Athlete & Coach | Hilton Garden Inn Grand Rapids East |
| 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Track & Field Practice / Field Implement Check-In | Calvin University - Gainey Athletic Complex |
| 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM | Track Clinic: Drafting with Daniel Romanchuk *Intended for athletes 14 and older w/ 800m time sub-3 minutes | Calvin University - Gainey Athletic Complex |
| 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Youth Tennis Clinic | MVP Athletic Club Crahen |
| 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM | Welcome Ceremony and Social | MSA Woodland |
| 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Check-In: Athlete & Coach | Hilton Garden Inn Grand Rapids East |
| 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM | Track & Field Coaches' Meeting | Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Airport |
Saturday, July 12, 2025
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Junior Throws & Jumps Competition - U17 and U20 | Calvin University - Gainey Athletic Complex |
| 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Check-In: Athlete & Coach | Hilton Garden Inn Grand Rapids East |
| 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM | Midwest Wheelchair Tennis Championship | MVP Athletic Club Crahen |
| 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM | Clinic: Get Down with Sitting Volleyball! | Mary Free Bed YMCA |
| 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lunch *pre-purchase required | Calvin University - Gainey Athletic Complex |
| 12:45 PM - 1:15 PM | Track Clinic: Wheelchair Starts with Daniel Romanchuk | Calvin University - Gainey Athletic Complex |
| 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Check-In: Athlete & Coach | Hilton Garden Inn Grand Rapids East |
| 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM | Field Implement Check-In (Sunday competitors only) | Calvin University - Gainey Athletic Complex |
| 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM | Track Clinic: Q&A with Daniel Romanchuk | Calvin University - Gainey Athletic Complex |
| 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM | Open Track Practice | Calvin University - Gainey Athletic Complex |
| 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM | Clinic: Get Down with Sitting Volleyball! | Mary Free Bed YMCA |
| 3:30 PM - 8:30 PM | Junior Throws & Jumps Competition - U11 and U14 | Calvin University - Gainey Athletic Complex |
| 3:30 PM - 8:30 PM | Open (Adults) & Masters Jumps Competition | Calvin University - Gainey Athletic Complex |
| 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Check-In: Athlete & Coach | Hilton Garden Inn Grand Rapids East |
Sunday, July 13, 2025
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 6:30 AM - 7:15 AM | Track Warm Up | Calvin University - Gainey Athletic Complex |
| 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Track Competition 1500m, 20m, 400m, 800m Medley Relay | Calvin University - Gainey Athletic Complex |
| 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Open (Adults) & Masters Javelin & Club | Calvin University - Gainey Athletic Complex |
| 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Check-In: Athlete & Coach | Hilton Garden Inn Grand Rapids East |
| 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM | Midwest Wheelchair Tennis Championship | MVP Athletic Club Crahen |
| 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lunch *pre-purchase required | Calvin University - Gainey Athletic Complex |
| 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | Education Session: So Every BODY Can Move: the Power of Grassroots Advocacy | Calvin University - Gainey Athletic Complex (Lunch Tent) |
| 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Check-In: Athlete & Coach | Hilton Garden Inn Grand Rapids East |
| 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM | Track Warm Up | Calvin University - Gainey Athletic Complex |
| 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM | Track Competition 60m, 60m weave, 800m, 200m | Calvin University - Gainey Athletic Complex |
| 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM | Open (Adults) & Masters Shot Put & Discus Competition | Calvin University - Gainey Athletic Complex |
| 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Check-In: Athlete & Coach | Hilton Garden Inn Grand Rapids East |
Monday, July 14, 2025
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 6:30 AM - 7:15 AM | Track Warm Up | Calvin University - Gainey Athletic Complex |
| 7:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Track Competition 3000m, 5000m, 100m, 4 x 100m Relay, Universal Relay | Calvin University - Gainey Athletic Complex |
| 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Check-In: Athlete & Coach | Hilton Garden Inn Grand Rapids East |
| 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM | Archery Classification *By appointment | Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Airport |
| 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM | Swimming Classification *By appointment | Mary Free Bed YMCA |
| 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Shooting - Open Practice Time | MSA Woodland |
| 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lunch *pre-purchase required | Calvin University - Gainey Athletic Complex |
| 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM | The Hartford Gifting Moment | Calvin University - Gainey Athletic Complex |
| 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Paratriathlon / Aquathlon Course Preview | Millennium Park - Boat House |
| 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Boccia Evaluation *By appointment | MSA Woodland |
| 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Boccia 101 Clinic | MSA Woodland |
| 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Shooting - Open Practice Time | MSA Woodland |
| 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Educational Session: Can I Really Go to College for Free if I have a Disability? How do I get Social Security (SSI/SSDI) and Vocational Rehabilitation? What you need to know in 2025 | Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Airport |
| 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Educational Session: Stay in the Game: Discussing Shoulder Health & Injury Prevention in Adaptive Sports | Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Airport |
| 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Check-In: Athlete & Coach | Hilton Garden Inn Grand Rapids East |
| 8:00 PM - 8:30 PM | Paratriathlon & Aquathlon Briefing Meeting | Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Airport |
| 8:30 PM - 9:00 PM | Shooting Coaches' Meeting | Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Airport |
| 9:00 PM - 9:30 PM | Para Powerlifting Coaches' Meeting | Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Airport |
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Paratriathlon & Aquathlon Competition 7:00AM – 7:45 AM: Paratriathlon & Aquathlon Course Open for Transitions Set Up 8:00 AM: Competition starts | Millennium Park |
| 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Check-In: Athlete & Coach | Hilton Garden Inn Grand Rapids East |
| 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM | Archery Classification *By appointment | Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Airport |
| 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM | Swimming Classification *By appointment | Mary Free Bed YMCA |
| 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Boccia Competition | MSA Woodland |
| 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Shooting Competition Preliminaries *By sign up | MSA Woodland |
| 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM | Clinic: Adaptive Judo & Self Defense | Mary Free Bed YMCA |
| 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lunch *pre-purchase required | Mary Free Bed YMCA & MSA Woodland |
| 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Para Powerlifting Competition 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Weigh-In 2:30 PM – 7:30 PM: Warm Up Benches Open 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Rookie & NextGen Competition 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Elite & Legends Competition | Mary Free Bed YMCA |
| 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Boccia Competition | MSA Woodland |
| 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Shooting Competition Preliminaries *By sign up | MSA Woodland |
| 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM | Swimming – Practice Session 1 | Mary Free Bed YMCA |
| 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Swimming – Practice Session 2 | Mary Free Bed YMCA |
| 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM | Clinic: Para Pickleball | Mary Free Bed YMCA |
| 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Clinic: Wheelchair Softball | Mary Free Bed YMCA |
| 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Check-In: Athlete & Coach | Hilton Garden Inn Grand Rapids East |
| 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Swimming Coaches’ Meeting | Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Airport |
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Swim Competition – Long Course 7:00 AM – 7:45 AM: Warm Up 8:00 AM: Competition Starts Order of events: 200 Medley Relay, 200 Free, 150 IM, 200 IM, 100 Free, 50 Breast, 100 Breast, 50 Free, 50 Back, 100 Back, 50 Fly, 100 Fly, 400 Free, 200 Free Relay | Calvin University – Venema Aquatic Center |
| 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Check-In: Athlete & Coach *Only athletes beginning competition on Wednesday PM or Thursday | Hilton Garden Inn Grand Rapids East |
| 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM | Shooting Competition Finals (SH1 & VI) | MSA Woodland |
| 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Archery – Practice | Mary Free Bed YMCA |
| 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Shooting Competition Finals (SH2 & MU90/91) | MSA Woodland |
| 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lunch *pre-purchase required | Calvin University & MSA Woodland |
| 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM | Archery – Practice | Mary Free Bed YMCA |
| 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Boccia Competition | MSA Woodland |
| 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Swim Competition – Short Course 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM: Warm Up 4:00 PM: Competition Starts Order of events: 100 (4x25) Medley Relay, 200 Free, 25 Free, 75 IM, 100 IM, 100 Back, 50 Free, 50 Breast, 25 Breast | Calvin University – Venema Aquatic Center |
| 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Check-In: Athlete & Coach | Hilton Garden Inn Grand Rapids East |
| 9:00 PM – 9:30 PM | Archery Coaches’ Meeting | Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Airport |
Thursday, July 17, 2025
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Swim Competition – Short Course 7:00 AM – 7:45 AM: Warm Up 8:00 AM: Competition Starts Order of events: Order of events: 100 (4X25) Free Relay, 100 Breast, 50 Back, 100 Free, 25 Back, 50 Fly, 25 Fly, 100 Fly | Calvin University – Venema Aquatic Center |
| 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Archery Competition | Mary Free Bed YMCA |
| 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Lunch *pre-purchase required | Calvin University & Mary Free Bed YMCA |
| 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM | Closing Dinner Celebration Pre-registration required. All remaining awards are available for pick-up. | MSA Woodland |
Event Venues
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) is the recommended airport for those traveling to our event via airplane. Allegiant, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, Sun Country Airlines, Southwest, and United all service Gerald R. Ford International Airport. Ground transportation is the responsibility of each athlete, coach, and family members attending Nationals. Transportation is not provided by the local organizing committee or Move United.
Hotel Options
Hotel information can be found on our Host City and Hotels page.
Competition Venues
Downloadable Map with Venue Addresses
- Archery
- Mary Free Bed YMCA: 5500 Burton St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
- Para Powerlifting
- Mary Free Bed YMCA: 5500 Burton St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
- Paratriathlon
- Millennium Park: 1415 Maynard Ave SW, Walker, MI 49534
- Shooting
- MSA Woodland: 2100 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508
- Swimming
- Venema Aquatic Center – Calvin University: 3195 Knight Way Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
- Track & Field
- Gainey Athletic Complex – Calvin University: 1661 E Paris Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
- Wheelchair Tennis
- MVP Athletic Club, Crahen: 115 Crahen Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
SOCIALS, EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS, & SPORT CLINICS
Looking for things to do in and around Grand Rapids throughout the week? Below is a list of clinics, socials, and educational sessions. If you’re looking for activities to do with your family outside of Nationals, head over to our Host City page to learn more about the area and all that is has to offer.
Midwest Wheelchair Tennis Championship Up/Down Social
Thursday, July 10: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: MVP Athletic Club Crahen
Space is limited for the Up/Down Social. If interested in playing, please contact Tom Flynn at Thomas.Flynn@maryfreebed.com to confirm your participation.
Wheelchair Track: Drafting Practice & Distance Strategy
Friday, July 11: 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Location: Calvin University - Track
Description: Join the Wheels for Change team, including Daniel Romanchuk and Susannah Scaroni, on the track for drafting practice and distance strategy. Attendees are limited to ages 14+ with 800 time under 3 minutes
Youth Beginner Tennis Clinic
Friday, July 11: 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: MVP Athletic Club Crahen
Hosted by USTA Professional and Mary Free Bed Hospital
Welcome Ceremony
Friday, July 11: 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Location: MSA Woodland
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!
Wheelchair Track: Track Starts
Saturday, July 12: 12:45pm - 1:15pm
Location: Calvin University - Track
Description: Join the Wheels for Change team, including Daniel Romanchuk and Susannah Scaroni, on the track for a session focused on starts.
Wheelchair Track Basics - Question & Answer
Saturday, July 12: 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Location: Calvin University - Lunch Tent
Description: Join the Wheels for Change team, including Daniel Romanchuk and Susannah Scaroni, under the lunch tent for a wheelchair track basics information and Q&A session.
Racing Chair Rollers - Stop By & Try
Saturday, July 12: 7:30am - 12:30pm, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Location: Calvin University - Athlete Village, Wheels for Change Tent
Description: Rollers will be available to try out at Wheels for Change tent. Portable and stationary rollers will be provided by Eagle. There will also be ableSport and Revolution rollers available to try. In addition, Harness and Igenium will be supplying samples of gloves in various sizes/styles to try. The Wheels for Change team, including Daniel Romanchuk and Susannah Scaroni, will also be available to answer questions about equipment during these times.
Get Down with Sitting Volleyball! (Session 1)
Saturday, July 12: 9:30am - 11:00am
Location: MFB YMCA, indoor court
Description: What's a fast paced game, with exciting plays, that requires athletes to have quick reaction skills? Sitting Volleyball! Come and learn the Paralympic game of Sitting Volleyball as it is taught by USA Volleyball's own Sitting Volleyball Manager, Elliot Blake. NO PREVIOUS VOLLEYBALL EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED! If you are an athlete and want to lean how to play Sitting Volleyball to be considered for an invitation to train with USAV's Sitting National Team Development Program, this is the opportunity to do so. Come out and have fun!
Get Down with Sitting Volleyball! (Session 2)
Saturday, July 12: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Location: MFB YMCA, indoor court
Description: What's a fast paced game, with exciting plays, that requires athletes to have quick reaction skills? Sitting Volleyball! Come and learn the Paralympic game of Sitting Volleyball as it is taught by USA Volleyball's own Sitting Volleyball Manager, Elliot Blake. NO PREVIOUS VOLLEYBALL EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED! If you are an athlete and want to lean how to play Sitting Volleyball to be considered for an invitation to train with USAV's Sitting National Team Development Program, this is the opportunity to do so. Come out and have fun!
So Every BODY Can Move: the Power of Grassroots Advocacy
Sunday, July 13: 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Location: Calvin University Track - Lunch Tent
Description: So Every BODY Can Move is a national mobility movement powered by grassroots advocacy and the power of personal story. We believe that movement is a human right, and our goal is to empower those with limb loss and limb difference to gain access to prosthetic and orthotic care that enables them to participate in physical activities. We work to promote and implement state-by-state legislative change with the ultimate goal of pursuing a federal law. Learn how your story fits into the SEBCM initiative and ways that you can help promote and support legislation in your community.
The Hartford Gifting Moment
Monday, July 14: 11:30am - 12:00pm
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.
Boccia 101 Clinic
Monday, July 14: 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: MSA Woodland
Come have fun and learn the basic rules and strategies for this exciting Paralympic sport. Boccia is an inclusive game that can be played by all ages and abilities. We will play and enjoy the sport in a no pressure environment while playing Texas marbles, tic-tac-toe and other fun and exciting games! Already know the sport of boccia? We have courts for you to learn higher level tactical skills. Come sharpen your skills with US coaches. We highly encourage coaches/parents to come as well to ask questions and learn more about the sport to take back to your local programs.
Can I Really Go to College for Free if I have a Disability? How do I get Social Security (SSI/SSDI) and Vocational Rehabilitation? What you need to know in 2025
Monday, July 14 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Airport - Charlevoix & Traverse City Meeting Rooms
Description: Deborah L. McFadden, Former U.S. Commissioner of Disability, will discuss her insights navigating the changing landscape of SSI and Vocational Rehabilitation, and when and how the process should be initiated.
Stay in The Game: Discussing Shoulder Health and Injury Prevention in Adaptive Sports
Monday, July 14 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Airport - Select II Meeting Room
Description: This session will discuss optimization of shoulder health, and injury prevention in adaptive sports. Discover the unique challenges faced by adaptive athletes, the importance of injury prevention, and key exercises to strengthen the shoulders and increase mobility. Learn about the causes of common overuse shoulder injuries and practical strategies to reduce injury risk, enhance performance, and promote long term shoulder health.
Adaptive Judo & Self Defense
Tuesday, July 15: 10:00am - 11:30am
Location: MFB YMCA
Description: This clinic will be 90 min course on adaptive judo & self-defense for all abilities.
We will review:
-wrist locks
-chokes
-grip breaking
-hip/shoulder toss
-safe break falls
Para Pickleball Clinic
Tuesday, July 15: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Location: MFB YMCA - Outdoor Tennis Courts
Description: The clinic will provide an introduction to para pickleball and is targeted to both the athlete who competes on an ambulatory basis as well as those who utilize a wheelchair for daily use and is open for all ages and abilities.
Wheelchair Softball with the West Michigan Rollin Whitecaps
Tuesday, July 15: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: MFB YMCA - Outdoor Softball Field
Description: Come on out and join the West Michigan Rollin Whitecaps for an evening of fun on the wheelchair softball field. The field is a part of the Mary Free Bed YMCA, a universally designed facility, where we practice throughout our summer season. We will have sports wheelchairs and all the softball equipment you need to give this sport a try!
Closing Celebration
Thursday, July 17: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: MSA Woodland
Close out the week with an evening of awards and entertainment at the 2025 The Hartford Nationals Closing Celebration. Sign up for the Closing Celebration dinner during the registration process and wrap up the week in style.