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Adaptive Recreation

Our Adaptive Recreation program is designed to increase access to recreational opportunities for children with special healthcare needs. We recognize that:

  • Recreational play are essential components to wellness
  • Help with physical and psychological well-being
  • Help with social interactions and reduce social isolation
  • Promotes inclusion and acceptance
  • Skills development and healthy lifestyle benefits

Children’s Clinics is pleased to offer a variety of adaptive sports and arts program to children of all abilities. Led by a Therapist, these activities are adapted to meet the individual needs for every child.

To read more about the benefits of Adaptive Recreation for children with medical complexities, CLICK HERE

Adaptive Cheer 2026 in Partnership with Phoenix Suns/Phoenix Mercury Foundation

Our Adaptive Cheer Program is now FULL. Please register below if you would like to be added to our waitlist. Calling all Cheerleaders!! In this 6 week program, Adaptive Cheer brings the excitement of cheerleading to life through basic motions, chants, rhythm, movement, and simple routines—all while shaking our magical pom-poms! ✨📣 Athletes will move with...
When:
Tuesdays, March 24 through April 28 
Where:
Compass High School I 8250 E 22nd St, Tucson, AZ 85710

Adaptive Basketball 2026 in Partnership with Phoenix Suns/Phoenix Mercury Foundation

**Our Adaptive Basketball Program is now FULL. Please register below if you would like to be added to our waitlist. Adaptive Basketball is back! Register to participate in our upcoming 7-week session, which starts Tuesday, March 17, 2026, through April 28, 2026. Participants will learn the fundamentals of basketball with a coach and the support...
When:
Tuesdays, March 17 - April 28, 2026
Where:
Compass High School I 8250 E 22nd St, Tucson, AZ 85710

Adaptive Soccer 2026 in partnership with Phoenix Suns/Phoenix Mercury Foundation

Register to participate in our upcoming 7-week session Adaptive Soccer program, which starts Tuesday, January 20, 2026 through March 3, 2026. Participants will learn the fundamentals of soccer with friends in a supportive community! All abilities are welcome!!! Location: Maracana Indoor Sports Arena I 555 E 18th St, Tucson, AZ 85701 Dates: Tuesdays, January 20...
When:
Tuesdays, January 20 - March 3, 2026
Where:
Maracana Indoor Sports Arena I 555 E 18th St, Tucson, AZ 85701

El Tour Family Fun Ride

Get ready for a fun-filled day at El Tour de Tucson! The Family Fun Ride is the perfect event for everyone to feel like an athlete for the day. Choose between two courses—1 mile or 3 miles—and bring the whole family for an unforgettable ride. Sign up today and be part of the FUN! 🎉 To...
When:
El Tour de Tucson: Family Fun Ride, November 22, 2025 | 8:15 AM
Where:
El Tour Fun Ride - Downtown Tucson

Adaptive Tennis in partnership with Phoenix Suns/Phoenix Mercury Foundation 2025

Adaptive Tennis in partnership with Phoenix Suns/Phoenix Mercury Foundation Join our 7-week session of Adaptive Tennis in partnership with Phoenix Suns/Phoenix Mercury Foundation! Participants will learn the fundamentals of tennis with a supportive and inclusive community. All abilities are welcome!!! Location: Tucson Racquet Club I 4001 N Country Club Rd, Tucson, AZ 85716 Dates: Mondays September 29- November 10...
When:
Mondays September 29- November 10 2025
Where:
Tucson Racquet Club I 4001 N Country Club Rd, Tucson, AZ 85716

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