Inclusive Adaptive Sports Resources

Here you'll find helpful resources for families and individuals connected to our adaptive and inclusive programs. Explore guides, articles, and useful links designed to support our athletes and their loved ones on their journey of hope and inclusion.

Advocacy and Support

  • Arc of Fort Bend County
    • Offers tools for community awareness, inclusion, support and resource services for individuals with disabilities and their families. Includes adult and youth programs as well as support groups.

https://arcoffortbend.org/

  • Arc of the Gulf Coast
  • Arc of Harris County
    • Offers tools for community awareness, inclusion, support and resource services for individuals with disabilities and their families.

https://www.thearchouston.org/

  • CPATH: Cerebral Palsy Awareness Transition Hope (Austin, TX)
    • Provides resources, support, and financial assistance to families and individuals with cerebral palsy. This includes caregiver education, camps, and an equipment closet.

https://cpathtexas.org/

  • Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation
    • Provides resources and support opportunities (including virtual) for those impacted by paralysis.

https://www.christopherreeve.org/#top

  • Disability Rights Texas
    • Protection and advocacy agency for Texans with disabilities including healthcare, education, accessibility, community living, and more.

https://disabilityrightstx.org/en/home/

  • Down Syndrome Association of Houston (DSAH)
    • Health, education, and advocacy resources for individuals with Down syndrome and their families, including social, recreational, and mental health resources.

https://dsah.org/

  • Easter Seals (Houston, TX)
    • Provides therapy, training, education, and comprehensive support services for families and individuals with disabilities. Includes services for adults, individuals with autism, camps and recreation, employment, etc.

https://eastersealshouston.org/

  • Gulf Coast Center
    • Provides services for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) including access to the Home and Community Based Services (HCS) Program, Texas Home Living Program, and more.

https://gulfcoastcenter.org/idd-services/

  • Texas Prader-Willi Association
    • Support individuals with Prader-Willi Syndrome through education, support, and advocacy. Opportunities for camp, socialization, and caregiver support. Includes Prader Willi Statewide Conference.

https://www.txpwa.org/

  • Texas Technology Access Program at the University of Texas at Austin
    • Supports individuals with disabilities by increases access to assistive technology tools and services related to independence, education, employment, and recreation.

https://ttap.disabilitystudies.utexas.edu/

Independent Living and Daily Life

  • Aggie ACHIEVE Program
    • Comprehensive transition program for young adults with IDD who have exited high school to be involved in an inclusive college education program.

https://aggieachieve.tamu.edu/

  • Alexander JFS Disability Services (Houston, TX)
    • Offers community programs, employment opportunities, and residential living partnerships.

https://www.alexanderjfs.org/services/disability-services

  • Best Buddies
    • Offers programs supporting one-to-one friendships with local colleges and high schools, employment, independent living, family support and leadership development.

https://www.bestbuddies.org/texas/

  • Bridging Lives (Houston, TX)
    • Offers residential services, respite and social services, recreational summer camps, and in-home training for parents and families.

https://bridging-lives.com/services.php

  • Julian’s House (Cypress, TX)
    • Day program for adults with IDD, autism, and/or similar conditions.

https://julianshouse.net/

  • Mounting Horizons Center for Independent Living
    • Advocacy, peer mentoring, independent living skills, youth transition services, and information and referrals.

https://mhitx.org/

  • Sunshine Center (Galveston, TX)
    • Assists individuals with disabilities with developing and maintaining educational, vocational, social, and life skills.

https://sunshinecenterinc.org/

  • Vita Living
    • Offers 20 group homes in the Houston area with a centrally located activity center. Also offers case management services.

https://www.vitaliving.org/our-programs/

Special Events and Programs

  • Abilities Expo- Aug 1-3, 2025 (Houston, TX)
    • Exposition featuring products and technologies designed to increase access and independence for individuals with disabilities. Free but requires registration.

https://www.abilities.com/houston

  • Art in the Gardens – Sept 12, 2025 (Galveston, TX)
    • Hands-on arts festival for children and youth with disabilities. Must attend with a school/class

https://www.moodygardens.com/get-involved/art-in-the-gardens

  • Baytown Special Rodeo- Oct 11, 2025 (Baytown, TX)
    • Provides annual western-themed day of education, activities, and entertainment for individuals with disabilities.

http://www.specialrodeo.org/

  • Hope Therapy Horticultural Therapy at Moody Gardens (Galveston, TX)
    • Horticultural therapy opportunities for individuals with disabilities to improve sensory awareness and motor abilities, gain confidence, and learn new skills to prepare for employment opportunities. Participants help tend to the Rainforest Pyramid at Moody Gardens.

https://www.moodygardens.com/get-involved/hope-therapy

  • Mardi Gras Ball for Special People- TBD 2026 (Galveston, TX)

https://www.moodygardens.com/get-involved/mardi-gras-ball-for-special-people

  • Moody Gardens Adaptive Sports Festival- Oct 4, 2025 (Galveston, TX)
    • Adaptive aquatic sports and activities for individuals with intellectual, cognitive, and physical disabilities. Pre-registration is required!

https://www.moodygardens.com/get-involved/adaptive-water-sports-festival

  • Sailing Angels
    • Free sailing excursions for families and individuals with disabilities with opportunities for education and skill building.

https://sailingangels.org/

  • Sensory Friendly Events at the Houston Museum of Natural Science- Sept 27, 2025 (8-10 am); Dec 1, 2025 (9am-5pm)
    • Specific times of the year the HMNS offers exhibits that are modified for those with sensory sensitivities, including the Burke Baker Planetarium and Wortham Giant Screen. Pre-register for free permanent exhibit hall entry.

https://www.hmns.org/visit/events/#sensory-friendly-events

  •  Waves of Impact- Date TBD (Galveston, TX and Corpus Christi, TX)
    • Free adaptive surfing for individuals with disabilities and veterans.

https://www.wavesofimpact.com/

Social and Recreation Opportunities

  • Bee Abled (Deer Park, TX)
    • Offers adaptive sports programming for individuals with disabilities.

https://www.beeabled.org/

  • Best Buddies
    • Offers programs supporting one-to-one friendships with local colleges and high schools, employment, independent living, family support and leadership development.

https://www.bestbuddies.org/texas/

  • Dash Gordon Foundation (League City and Kemah, TX)
    • Provides socialization opportunities and recreational programming for individuals with disabilities, including the Night to Remember pageant and other events.
    • https://www.thedashgordonfoundation.org/
  • Families CAN Program at the University of Houston
    • Parent-to-parent services for families with children with disabilities to enhance quality of life and promote community inclusion.

https://uh.edu/education/pep/families-can/

Resource page: https://uh.edu/education/pep/resources/

  • Galveston-Houston Families Exploring Down Syndrome (Galveston, Brazoria, Harris counties)
    • Provides family support, community, and social opportunities for individuals with Down Syndrome and their families.

https://gclfeds.wildapricot.org/

  • League City Parks and Recreation Adaptive Programming (League City, TX)
    • Programs, events, socials, crafts, and fitness for individuals with disabilities.

https://www.leaguecitytx.gov/4680/Adaptive-Programming?utm_source=chatgpt.com

  • Lifelong Learning with Friends at the University of Texas at Austin
    • In-person and virtual programs for adults with IDDs with tailored discussions on current events, arts, and self-care.

https://www.lifelonglearningwithfriends.org/thrivedayprograms

  • Little League Challenger (League City, TX)
    • Adaptive baseball program for individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities. Ages 4-18 or up to 22 if still enrolled in school.
    • Senior League Challenger Division accommodates players older than 15 with no maximum age.

https://www.littleleague.org/play-little-league/challenger/

  • Metropolitan Multi-Service Center (Houston, TX)
    • Adaptive Sports and Recreation programming for individuals with disabilities.

https://www.houstontx.gov/parks/adaptivesports-recreation.html

  • SPORT Program: Special Populations Organized Recreation Therapy (La Porte, TX)
    • Year-round programs with day camps and after school programs offering recreational activities and fine motor skill building for individuals with disabilities. Youth and adult programs, Special Olympics, and summer camps.

https://www.laportetx.gov/398/Special-Programs

  • Verne Cox Multipurpose Recreation Center (Pasadena, TX)
    • Provides affordable recreation programming and therapeutic recreation services for people with disabilities.

https://www.pasadenatx.gov/189/Adaptive-Recreation

Community Activities

  • Sensory-Friendly Movie Showings
  • Library programs
  • Morgan's Wonderland (San Antonio, TX)
    • Accessible theme park and water park for individuals with disabilities and their families. Admission is free for individuals with disabilities.

https://morganswonderland.org/

  • Houston Zoo
    • Free admission in 2025: Aug 5, Sept 2, Oct 7, Nov 4, and Dec 2. Online reservations are required. Tickets for Sept and Oct will be available on Wednesday, August 27 at 7:00 pm.

https://www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/prices-and-discounts/free-tuesdays/

  • The Health Museum (Houston, TX)
    • Free admission: Thursdays 2-6pm. Tickets available every Monday morning at 9:00 am.

https://thehealthmuseum.org/visit/freefamilythursday/

Camps

  • Camp C.A.M.P. (Center Point, TX)
    • Weeklong summer camp and weekend respite (Sept-April) opportunities. Ages 5-55. For individuals with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities. All levels of medical and behavioral support needs welcome.

https://campcamp.org/

  • Camp Summit (Paradise, TX)
    • Weeklong summer camp opportunities for individuals with physical, developmental, and sensory impairment disabilities. Ages 6-99.
    • https://www.campsummittx.org/
  • Camp for All (Burton, TX)

https://www.campforall.org/

  • Texas Lions Camp (Kerrville, TX)
    • Weeklong summer camp opportunities for physical disabilities (ages 7-16), Down Syndrome (ages 12-16), Type I diabetes (ages 8-15), and family sessions for those with medical conditions.

https://www.lionscamp.com/

  • Camp Blessing (Brenham, TX)

https://campblessing.org/

  • Morgan’s Camp (San Antonio, TX)

https://morganscamp.org/

  • SEEK Camp (Bridgeport, TX)

https://seekcamp.org/

  • Charis Hills Camp (Sunset, TX)
    • Summer camp that offers kids (ages 7-18) with learning differences and social difficulties traditional summer camp activities to improve social skills and boost self-esteem and confidence.

https://charishills.org/