Inclusive Sports Opportunities for Children with Disabilities on Long Island

Long Island Sports Organizations for Children with Special Needs See our Facebook Post here: https://www.facebook.com/riseliresources/photos/a.849119898470460/1850140668368373/

Be the Best Sport Be The Best Sport is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization focused on providing special needs adaptive sports and socialization program for children, teens, and adults. Our mission is to create and provide fun and exciting programs for children, teens, and adults with special needs ages 3 & up https://bethebestsport.org/ https://www.facebook.com/BeTheBestSport/

Rolling Thunder Special Needs Program (RTSNP) Inclusion based running team, dedicated to providing challenged athletes with the opportunity to participate in all levels of mainstream competition. http://www.rtsnp.org/ https://www.facebook.com/Rolling-Thunder-Special-Needs-Program-RTSNP-123816781047514/

Mastic Sports Club Kyle Sports for Special Needs A Community Program of support for all children with special needs and disabilities. We offer and enable all children the opportunity to participate in inclusion sports and programs. https://www.msckylesportsforspecialneeds.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Mastic-Sports-Club-Kyle-Sports-for-Special-Needs-246575368711926/

Challenger Athletics Multiple programs incl lacrosse, summer sports camp, surf camp, etc.Challenger Athletics' mission is to establish sport programs for people with learning and physical disabilities. https://challengersports.org/ https://www.facebook.com/challengerathletics/

Nassau County PAL Special Needs Unit Has offered street hockey, possible. gymnastics, and much more. Offers sports and recreation programs to develop physical, mental and social skills allowing our children to build confidence and self esteem so that they may reach their maximum potential. http://specialneedspal.siplay.com/site/ https://www.facebook.com/NCPALSNU/

Suffolk County Police Athletic League, Special PAL The Suffolk County Police Special PAL program is a program providing special needs children the opportunity to participate in recreational activities. http://www.suffolkpal.com/index2.php https://www.facebook.com/suffolkcountyspecialpal/

K.I.D.S. Plus Yoga, Soccer, Music Therapy, and more Provides therapeutic recreation and sports programs for children & young adults w/developmental disabilities. ALL abilities/ALL communities https://www.kidsplusinc.org/ https://www.facebook.com/kidsplusinc/

League of Yes The League of Yes’ mission is to establish and sustain baseball programs for people (of all ages) with disabilities. http://www.leagueofyes.org/ https://www.facebook.com/LEAGUEOFYESBB/

ISF Inclusive Sports and Fitness ISF, Inc. is a nonprofit 501 (3) (c) organization whose mission is to provide skilled therapeutic, fitness, and habilitation services that maximize a child's capacity to play sports and recreational activities. We hope to level the playing field for all! https://www.inclusivesportsandfitness.org/home.html https://www.facebook.com/isf4children/

Great South Bay YMCA Inclusion Programs including Sensational Swim Pals, Soccer, Summer Day Camp https://ymcali.org/inclusionprograms

TOPSoccer Various Towns A community-based program specially designed to enable children and young adults with physical and/or intellectual disabilities to enjoy the sport and reach their maximum capabilities. http://www.lijsoccer.com/pages/topSoccer.php Committees Info: http://www.lijsoccer.com/pages/topSoccer_committee.php

A Walk on Water A Walk On Water (“AWOW”) provides Surf Therapy to children with special needs or disability. Based in CA, has events in Montauk NY https://awalkonwater.org/ https://www.facebook.com/awalkonwater/

Surfer’s Way Surfer's Way is a non-profit organization designed to offer children with special needs the opportunity to experience the exhilaration and liberation of surfing. They offer free surf outings during the summer at Riverside Beach in Long Beach, NY. http://www.surfersway.org/ https://www.facebook.com/SurfersWay/

Shooting Stars Program LI Shooting Stars Program is a USA Track & Field (USATF) recognized club started in 2017. The program provides children with special needs the opportunity to run and participate in physical activity at each individual’s own pace while interacting with both other team members as well as volunteers. Shooting Stars Program welcomes children of all abilities and functioning levels. https://www.facebook.com/shootingstarsli/

Center for Therapeutic Riding of the East End - CTREE Provides therapeutic horseback riding lessons and equine assisted activities for children and young adults with developmental disabilities. http://www.ctreeny.org/ https://www.facebook.com/CTREENY/

DanceAbility via the Stage Door School of Dance A dance education program for children and young adults with special needs (including physical, cognitive, and emotional). http://stagedoordancer.com/danceability

HorseAbility Offers a wide range of horse-related programs to children, adults, and families with special needs to promote the physical, psychological, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being of its participants. http://horseability.org/ https://www.facebook.com/HorseAbility/

Sky Riding LI Offering therapeutic riding for people with disabilities to help increase confidence, patience and self-esteem. Traditional riding instruction including jumping and dressage available for all ages and abilities. https://www.skyridingli.com/ https://www.facebook.com/SkyRidingLI/

Pal-O-Mine Equestrian Pal-O-Mine Equestrian is a non-profit 501(c)(3) therapeutic horseback riding program dedicated to teaching horseback riding to individuals with disabilities. https://pal-o-mine.org/ https://www.facebook.com/Pal-O-Mine-Equestrian-115338415167771/

Sid Jacobson JCC Shooting Stars Basketball, Soccer, and Swim plus other programs for children/Ping Pong, Bowling, Swimming and other programs for Teens and Adults Provide the community with vital Inclusive Recreational Programs and Services. They work with every child, teen and adult with varying abilities to reach their fullest potential, both developmentally and interpersonally. An individual assessment is required to determine an appropriate placement. All programs are open to the public. http://www.sjjcc.org/special-needs/ https://www.facebook.com/sidjacobsonjcc/

The Long Island Blues Special Hockey The Long Islands Blues is a special hockey team devoted to children and young adults with developmental disabilities. http://longislandblues.org/ https://www.facebook.com/longislandblues/

Port Adaptive Rowing Port Rowing has a program for everyone. Middle School, High School, adult, beginner, competitive, adaptive. Come join the fun. http://www.portrowing.com/programs/adaptive.html https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfPortRowing/

Port Washington PAL ACES Program Applied Athletic Skills Program for Children with Special Needs A program designed for children with differing abilities and all levels of skill. Focusing on basic athletic skills through developmentally appropriate activities (running, jumping, kicking, throwing, core strengthening exercises) Applying skills toward different sports as program progresses (soccer, kickball, baseball, basketball). http://www.pwpal.org/?fbclid=IwAR05cDKhXZrMipsZXyPopeb8yDNMzNkRATmnIzT-SRXiDBQFNXxF7aDuavA

Special Needs Cheerleading Program -PAC Starz Via Platinum Athletics The "PAC Starz" consists of girls & boys of all ages & abilities. Our dedicated coaches consist of NYS Certified Special Education Teachers, speech & language therapist, and experienced All-Star Cheer Coaches as well as amazing cheerleader volunteers that will all help your Star Shine http://www.platinumathleticsgym.com/index.php?componentName=textBody&scid=88877

Long Island Sled Hockey Rough Riders Fosters, Promotes and Encourages sportsmanship, teamwork and camaraderie through the sport of sled hockey, specifically aimed at a juvenile and adolescent population of physically and/or mentally challenged athletes. http://www.lisledhockey.org/ https://www.facebook.com/Long-Island-Sled-Hockey-RoughRiders-236901709729369/

Albertson Kickers Soccer Program for Special Needs Children The Albertson Kickers Soccer Program is for children between 4 and 14 years old and is offered free of charge. The program takes place on Saturdays at the East Hills Park and will be supervised by a Certified Special Education Teacher and peer mentor volunteers. http://albertsonsoccer.com/Page.asp?n=104561&org=ALBERTSONSOCCER.COM

Special Needs Gymnastics via Mid Island Gymnastics "This program provides students of all backgrounds with the patience and confidence they need to learn new skills one step at a time. We surround each student with positive role models who can encourage them to give it their all and enjoy the sense of accomplishment that comes with every class." http://midislandgymnastics.com/classes/Special-Needs

Yoga with Danielle Rae (Smithtown) "Children of all abilities including ADD, ADHD and Autism will benefit by becoming more mentally present for listening and learning and their self-awareness and self-esteem will strengthen." Per the owner, teachers are certified in teaching yoga to children with special needs. http://yogawithdaniellerae.com/kids-special-needs-yoga/

Gravity Cheer Shooting Stars Special Needs Cheer Team Ages: 6-21, Boys & Girls-No experience necessary Practices are twice a month For more information call 631-676-2041 or email Gravityshootingstars@yahoo.com http://gravitycheer.gymnite.com/prep-teams/

Just for Kicks-East Islip Soccer Club The East Islip Soccer Club is offering a program designed specifically for children on the Autism spectrum to promote an interest in soccer. This program will provide the children with the opportunity to learn basic soccer skills while building self esteem and having fun. http://www.eastislipsoccer.org/Default.aspx?tabid=2140474

Sparkle! Special Needs Team via Long Island Cheer All Ages Level 1-3 Rules are allowed, Basic-Intermediate Choreography, beginner Jumps and tumbling up to level 3. Forward Rolls, Cartwheels, Round Offs, Front Walkovers, and Back Handsprings, Thigh level to prep level stunting. http://www.longislandcheer.com/index.php?componentName=Section&scid=67785&action=sub&sectionid=52151&offset_Section=0&fbclid=IwAR0HoT_TQXnuOIFbzOfp5kO7a8UfEZ4Oui43a5T9m4CmbDpvKmV3QlvVTCQ

Great Strides Long Island Great Strides offers riding lessons for students of all abilities as well as therapeutic riding. Also, Great Strides Long Island has been partnering with Special Olympics since 2005. https://www.greatstridesli.org/ https://www.facebook.com/GreatStridesLongIsland/

Hand in Hand Occupational Therapy of LI- Yoga Kids Yoga- This is a 45-minute yoga class for children between the ages of 5- 12 y/o. This class will teach your child self-awareness, compassion, balance, creativity, healthiness on a physical and psychological level, breathing, emotional regulation and much more! All classes end with time for students to lie down, relax, and receive a calming foot rub (optional). No prior yoga experience is required for kids or parents.Classes conducted by Noha Elfar, an occupational therapist and certified kids yoga instructors. https://www.handinhandotli.com/ https://www.facebook.com/handinhandotli/

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