All In Programs & Activities
Look below to find activities for adults, teens, and children in Western MA.
Here are some of the exciting Adaptive Sports and Recreation Activities that we offer throughout the year. From adaptive CrossFit, swimming, rock climbing, sled hockey and more, there are plenty of opportunities to pursue your passion or try something completely new.
If you have questions please contact us at [email protected] or call 413-788-9695.
See below to learn more about All In programs that are running this season.
Program Offerings
The following programs are available and open for registration. If you have questions please contact us at [email protected] or call 413-788-9695.
Social Group
All In welcomes those ages 15+ with a physical disability to join a fun and engaging social group that focuses on low- to medium-level activities while socializing with others once per month with varying activities. Examples include adaptive crossfit, stretching, and martial arts.
Approximately once a month we get a group together to hang out, do something fun and get active. Come be with others that might share some similarities in their abilities. Those interested in participating should email [email protected].
Adaptive Rock Climbing
Adaptive Rock Climbing will continue the first and third Monday of each month at Central Rock Hadley 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and will continue to be an hour and a half. To sign up, go to the following registration link. (You must sign up at least one week before a program.) This is for anyone with a disability ages 4+.
We also have Adaptive Rock Climbing in Glastonbury, CT on the first Thursday of each month, 4:30-6:30 p.m. for those 13+ who have a disability.
Dance & Movement
Ohana School of Performing Arts, 41 Sheridan St., Chicopee, MA
Cost: $330 (includes program fees, a one-year membership to CHD’s All In, a small portion of studio fees, and a portion of costume fees and trophies)
This adaptive dance program has been tailored to meet the individual needs of people ages 4-22. The season is from September to June.
It works to create an open environment in which every child or young adult can participate regardless of ability, and it integrates various components that may not be seen in a traditional dance or movement program. We participate in a variety of performances throughout the year with our partner studio. For more information contact us at [email protected] or call 413-788-9695.
Sled Hockey
MassMutual Center, Springfield, MA
Amelia Park, Westfield, MA
UMass Community Rink
Hart Center, Worcester, MA
Sled Hockey allows individuals with disabilities the opportunity to participate in the popular winter sport. We also welcome those without a disability to participate. Sled Hockey follows the rules of regular “Stand Up ” hockey.
Scholarships are available.
Teams:
- Junior Team (ages 4-16) competes in the Amelia Park Tournament in April every year
- Adult Recreation Team (ages 16+) competes in the Amelia Park Tournament in April every year
- Competitive Travel Team is a part of the NESH League. The team travels once a month to a different rink to compete in games. Other tournaments: Empire State Games in Lake Placid, NY, and the Amelia Park Tournament (ages 16+ , tryouts required)
WHEN: Sunday afternoons beginning August 30
WHERE: MassMutual Center, Springfield and/or Amelia Park, Westfield, MA, UMass Community Rink, Hart Center, Worcester, MA
COST: Sliding scale $50-$350
For more information contact us at [email protected] or call 413-788-9695.
Swim Program
Together with the Western New England University OT Doctoral Program, we are offering a play-based therapeutic swim program on September 19, October 6, October 20, and October 27, 5:15 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Adaptive
Cycling
Sign up for an individual rental or join our group meetup for a longer ride. The group ride will start 15 minutes after the program starts and will be a three to six-mile ride. If you bring your own bike, no pre-registration required ($5.00 suggested donation). This activity is for ages 12+.
Trikes (including recumbent trikes) and handcycles are available.
Pre-registration is required for all events, and you must register one week prior.
More info: email Jess at [email protected].
All Programs at CHD All In
Below is a list of programs we offer regularly.All In welcomes those ages 15+ with a physical disability to join a fun and engaging social group that focuses on low- to medium-level activities while socializing with others once per month with varying activities. Examples include adaptive crossfit, stretching, and martial arts.
Approximately once a month we get a group together to hang out, do something fun and get active. Come be with others that might share some similarities in their abilities.
For the next meetup we will be doing a Wheelchair Basketball Pickup Game on May 21. Come try your skills! We will provide a tutorial in the beginning for those that need a refresher or never have tried this before. This program is designed for athletes of all ability levels. Sport chairs will be provided.
Day: Wednesday
Dates: May 21
Time: 4:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Where: Jackson Courts
Holyoke, Ma
Cost: $5 per participant
West Springfield Fish & Game Club
329 Garden St, Feeding Hills, MA
Fishing poles and bait will be supplied, but feel free to bring your own equipment as well. Food may be offered sporadically. You must register ahead of time, so we’ll have an accurate head count. For more information contact us at [email protected] or call 413-788-9695.
Cost per 4-week session:
$20 for members of All In
$25 for non-members
Open to all ages, plus family, and friends!
Ohana School of Performing Arts, 41 Sheridan St., Chicopee, MA
Cost: $325 (includes program fees, a one-year membership to CHD’s All In, a small portion of studio fees, and a portion of costume fees and trophies)
This adaptive dance program has been tailored to meet the individual needs of people ages 4-22. The season is from September to June, Thursdays, 6:00 p.m.-6:45 p.m.
It works to create an open environment in which every child or young adult can participate regardless of ability, and it integrates various components that may not be seen in a traditional dance or movement program. We participate in a variety of performances throughout the year with our partner studio. For more information contact us at [email protected] or call 413-788-9695.
Central Rock Gym, 165 Russell St., Hadley, MA
Climb to new heights with this fun adaptive program for beginners and advanced climbers alike. The program is open to anyone 4 years old and over and does require some upper body strength.
For more information contact us at [email protected] or call 413-788-9695.
MassMutual Center, Springfield, MA
Amelia Park, Westfield, MA
UMass Community Rink
Hart Center, Worcester, MA
Sled Hockey allows individuals with disabilities the opportunity to participate in the popular winter sport. We also welcome those without a disability to participate. Sled Hockey follows the rules of regular “Stand Up ” hockey.
Scholarships are available.
Teams:
- Junior Team (ages 4-16) competes in the Amelia Park Tournament in April every year
- Adult Recreation Team (ages 16+) competes in the Amelia Park Tournament in April every year
- Competitive Travel Team is a part of the NESH League. The team travels once a month to a different rink to compete in games. Other tournaments: Empire State Games in Lake Placid, NY, and the Amelia Park Tournament (ages 16+ , tryouts required)
WHEN: Sunday afternoons
WHERE: MassMutual Center, Springfield and/or Olympia Ice Rink, West Springfield
COST: Junior Team: $50, Adult Rec. and Travel Team: $50
For more information contact us at [email protected] or call 413-788-9695.
For more information contact us at [email protected] or call 413-788-9695.
Together with the WNE OT Doctoral Program, we are offering a play-based therapeutic swim program. The program is geared toward kids and teens ages 4-19 who have a disability and there is an adult program (20+) who have a disability. The students will work 1:1 with each swimmer and focus on their goals throughout the sessions.
Location: Western New England
Caprio Alumni Healthful Living Center
Evergreen Road, Springfield
**Please note that the University’s pool is not a therapeutic pool. Flotation devices are provided if necessary. Participant must be continent or wear protective swimwear. Also, the program is not intended to be for swim lessons. For more information contact us at [email protected] or call 413-788-9695.
There are spring and fall seasons.
Snow and water skiing takes place through the Leaps of Faith Adaptive Skiers (LOF) organization for participants of all abilities. The water-skiing program is held in Sandy Hook, CT once a year in the warmer months. The winter skiing takes place once in the winter on Mount Southington in CT. The programs include mono-skiing, bi-skiing, sit skiing, blind skiing, 3-track skiing (winter), and 4-track skiing (winter). All adaptive equipment is available, but pre-registration is required.
For more information contact us at [email protected] or call 413-188-9695.
All Abilities Learn to Curl
For ages 6 and up
June 14 and July 16
10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Amelia Park, Westfield, MA
Sign up for an individual rental or join our group meetup for a longer ride. The group ride will start 15 minutes after the program starts and will be a three to six-mile ride. If you bring your own bike, no pre-registration required ($5.00 suggested donation). This activity is for ages 12+.
Trikes (including recumbent trikes) and handcycles are available.
Pre-registration is required for all events, and you must register one week prior.
More info: email Jess at [email protected].
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