Adapted Sports by Can Play
Welcome to Can Play Adapted Sports Programs
- We believe every individual deserves the opportunity to participate in recreational activities that promote health, happiness, and community connection.
- Our trademarked Adapted Sports Programs are designed to empower parks and recreation departments and communities to create inclusive environments where everyone can thrive.
- Currently we offer programs for: Basketball, Soccer, Diamondball, Flag Football, Floor Hockey, Tennis/Pickleball, and Track & Field.
What are Adapted Sports?
- A program that has been modified to meet the needs of a specific group of participants. This could be through equipment, content and rules, structure, support, or environment.
Licensing Our Programs
- This support ensures you can successfully launch Adapted Sports Programs in your community, providing individuals and families with recreational opportunities tailored to their unique needs.
- Bringing Can Play Adapted Sports Programs to your area means fostering an inclusive atmosphere where everyone can engage in sports and activities regardless of ability.
It’s not just about playing games; it’s about building friendships, enhancing physical fitness, and creating a sense of belonging.
Ready to transform your community with inclusive recreational offerings? Connect with our program specialists for a one-on-one conversation about how we can work together to make a difference.
Sports Programs
Each sport includes a 4-week playbook complete with adaptations. Offering four different adaptation descriptors to cater to a wide range of abilities.
Our Programs
- Year-Round Engagement
- Utilize a variety of sports programs
- Fill your recreation spaces; courts, gyms, & parks
Our Training and Material
- Website access to digital curriculum
- Training videos including disability awareness
- Interactive courses with a completion time of 90 minutes
- Equipment list
- Specialized program structure
- Onboarding materials
- Getting Started Resource Guide
- Customer service support
Additional Resources
- Social media and flyer templates
- Inclusive registration form
- Program descriptors for community guides
Why It Works
Our approach to adapted recreation is backed by extensive research and experience in the field of adaptive sports programming. By tailoring activities to meet the specific needs of participants, we create an environment where everyone can thrive.
Our Adapted Sports Programs promote:
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Physical activity
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Social interaction
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Personal growth
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Confidence and skills that extend beyond the playing field
Your Inclusion Partner
Testimonials
From Parents
I’ve seen him grow, not only physically in what he’s learned through the classes, but also socially it’s really had a strong impact on his social skills, not only in classes when he attends, but also has carried through into his daily life as well.
Can Play has impacted my daughter by having a sense of community, meeting other peers, and having a sense of belongingness. She is not able to participate in streamlined sports but this gives her an outlet and she is most definitely tall when it comes to Can Play.
From Participants
Can Play helped me be able to express myself because I realized people will accept me for who I am. (My Can Play friends are) just like me and close to me and well, you know, just feel like I fit in.
From a Park & Rec Department
The training and curriculum provided by Can Play are thoughtfully designed to ensure that every individual, regardless of their abilities, can engage and succeed. The focus on inclusivity and adaptive techniques not only empowers the participants but also enriches the entire community. It's inspiring to see the positive impact these programs have on the lives of so many.
Our Can Play adapted program went great! We got lots of really good feedback and my staff instructors were really appreciative of the formal curriculum to follow!
I was really happy with how it went, and the parents all seemed to be happy and thankful as well. The kids had a great time. Thank you for all the support and I wanted to share that you and the rest of the Can Play staff have done an amazing job with the curriculum and setting up sites for success.
We heard from many families this is the first time they have been able to participate in a sport, especially after watching their siblings play in sports for years. They found a positive improvement in self confidence, and ability to engage with their peers as well as supporting an inclusive mindset where peers were supporting other peers of various disabilities to engage.
How to Get Started
Getting started with Adapted Sports Programs is easy. Simply reach out to our team to learn more about our offerings and how we can help you implement your Adapted Sports Programs.
Get in Touch
If you're interested in learning more about our Adapted Sports Programs or want to get started, please fill out the form below, and our team will follow up with you.