Catalyst Climbing Clinics - for individuals with physical disabilities
WHAT: Catalyst Sports is a non-profit organization based out of Atlanta whose mission is as follows: to empower people by providing the highest quality of adaptive sports to the disabled community.
Chillin' Like Villains is an adult social group for individuals who have various disabilities, ages 18 and up. We meet once a month at different locations around town and do a variety of activities such as attend sporting events, potluck dinners, themed evenings, and much more.
DECEMBER
WHAT: Chillin' Holiday Dance!
WHEN: Tuesday, 12/5
TIME: 6-8pm
LOCATION: The Crossings Room at the Brainerd Crossroads (The BX) (4011 Austin St., Chattanooga, TN 37411)
Dreamnights are events hosted by the Chattanooga Zoo that welcome all with chronic illnesses, disabilities or special needs along with their families/caregivers. Dreamnight is a no-cost VIP event featuring your favorite furry friends.
Asian Lanterns - Dreamnight
WHEN: Tuesday, December 12th
TIME: 5 - 8pm
COST: FREE but only for individuals with chronic illnesses, disabilities or special needs along with their families and caregivers.
WHAT/WHO: A group of individuals with disabilities, their family members, and friends who want to explore the beautiful trails in Chattanooga together! All trails are easy to moderate, and the group naturally splits up (with a trail leader) based on desired hiking speed.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to sign up with Josh at jabbott1@chattanooga.gov or 423-643-6091 so you can be in the loop regarding location changes, weather alerts, exact meeting locations, etc.!
WHERE: Our November hike will be at Enterprise South Nature Park in Ooltewah, TN. We will meet at the Visitor Center and then walk along the trails until we reach and tour the inside of one of the abandoned WW2 storage bunkers! Then, we'll walk towards their small lake and watch wildlife! The trial is wheelchair accessible- you can still expect a few inclines along the dirt trail. The park is used frequently, so you can expect to see some hikers and mountain bikers. The park is also dog-friendly, but they must still be on a leash.
WHAT: T-Recs is our teen social and recreation group that meets monthly to play games, socialize, explore the outdoors, go on outings into the community and more! The goal of this program is to increase social skills while participating in leisure and recreation opportunities with peers.
WHO: Individuals with disabilities, ages 13-17 years old. Participants need to exhibit adequate emotional regulation to be redirected verbally or with visual supports and are not a harm to self or others.
WHEN: The third Thursday of each month (additional outings take place sporadically).
TIME: 4-6pm
LOCATION: Greenway Farms Conference Center (4960 Gann Store Rd, 37343)
COST: FREE with the exception of certain outings that may have a cost.
This program is Co-Sponsored by SPARC (Sports, Arts and Recreation of Chattanooga - a local chapter of Move United)
WHAT/WHO: Monthly "pick-up games" with SPARC , which are designed to encourage skill development, recreational wheelchair basketball play opportunities and community awareness on a monthly basis. The program is designed for individuals with physical disabilities/mobility impairments along with individuals without disabilities that want to encourage inclusive opportunities. All participants must meet the following requirements:
Minimum Requirements for the Safety of Participants:
1. Must have the cognitive ability to follow directions and instructions.
2. Must be able to stop the wheelchair quickly and appropriately maneuver chair safely during participation.
3. Must not have medical issues which could endanger the participant, including seizures.
4. Minimum age for all participants is 15.
5. Participants, or guardians for participants under the age of 18, must sign liability release forms from SPARC, A Chapter of DSUSA.
6. Participants must follow all NWBA rules and regulations in order to facilitate safe and fair play.
7. Must have basic ball control skills (or the ability to develop skills) including: throwing, catching, and passing.
8. Maximum weight of 250 lbs based on chair specifications. *If you do not meet this requirement but have your own wheel chair please bring it to participate with.
WHERE: Hixson Community Center (5401 School Dr., Hixson, TN 37343)
.jpg?upscale=true&width=1200&upscale=true&name=Email%20Headers%20(2).jpg)
