The Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges

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The Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges

The CENTER is dedicated to providing adaptive sports to our Members as well as boosting awareness of adaptive sports in our community. We offer a variety of sport classes for enjoyment & skill development with opportunities for recreational & competitive play.

Our program includes opportunities for individual & team practice with our competitive sports; participants may also enjoy multiple sport clinics, workshops, & events often in collaboration with other sport clubs & community partners. Participants of any skill level are welcome to enjoy instruction offered by our staff & volunteer coaches.

Some of our sports presently include:

Adaptive Cycling
Air rifle shooting
Archery
Boccia
Goal ball
Power soccer
Table tennis
Wheelchair basketball
Wheelchair tennis

As The Center develops valuable community partnerships, we will continue to enhance our program by offering additional adaptive sport opportunities. Engaging in adaptive sport is an enjoyable way to improve health, fitness, and overall quality of life.

Involvement promotes improved physical and emotional/mental health by boosting overall tolerance to stress, motivating for active lifestyles and stimulating social involvements.

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Shooting/Adaptive Shooting

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