Adaptive Sports Camp
Our Adaptive Sports Camp is a one-week day camp for youths living with disabilities. Our coaches and volunteers teach sports, life, and leadership skills while promoting confidence and independence. Children will set personal goals and strive to reach levels they never thought possible. Camp is not all about sports. Children will also interact with others with similar abilities and create friendships that last a lifetime.
From beginner to expert, all abilities are encouraged to participate. Children and instructors empower each other to work harder and dream bigger about sports and beyond.
Date:
July 28 – August 1, 2025
9:00 am – 4:00 pm daily
Location:
University of Saint Joseph
1678 Asylum Ave,
West Hartford, CT
Ages:
6-19
Camp offers two distinct tracks to support a range of abilities while fostering a unified experience. The Adaptive Sports Track provides opportunities for children with physical disabilities to participate in sport-specific activities. The Neurodiverse Track offers a welcoming and flexible environment designed to support children on the autism spectrum.
No matter which track a camper is signed up for, each participant will engage in activities and structures that best promote their success, with programming tailored to meet their unique needs.
Camp Activities:
Children in both tracks will participate in several themed sport and leisure activities each day. Some of these activities may include:
- Basketball
- Boccia
- Creative Expression
- Cycling
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Yoga
Cost
Through the proceeds and collaboration of annual fund-raising efforts, registration is FREE and available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Specialized adaptive equipment is available for loan at no charge, on a first-come, first-serve basis, and is shared among all campers.
Registration
To save your spot, interested applicants should complete and return the registration packet and required release forms, including state-mandated documents, before the first day of camp. To receive your packet, please reach out to the track representative. Returning campers will be given priority, so don’t wait, register today.
Volunteer
Volunteers with an interest in sports bring great value to the camp. Be a buddy to a camper, help the coaches, or share your skills. Volunteers go through an extensive interview and training process with a background check.
Contact
To register or for questions regarding accommodations, including schedule needs, behavior supports, or parent involvement, please contact our camp leaders.
Adaptive Sports Track:
Janet Connolly
860-832-6220
jconnolly@hfsc.org
Neuro-Diverse Track:
Sara Heath
sheath@hfsc.org