Adaptive Sports
An adaptive sports program for veterans, empowering them to reach their highest potential through sports.
Modified Athletic Opportunities for Veterans
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Adaptive Sports program empowers warriors to unleash their highest potential by participating in modified athletic opportunities designed for their individual abilities. Through single-day and multi-day clinics, warriors learn to use adaptive sports equipment and develop athletic skills. Additionally, warriors are introduced to seasoned adaptive sports athletes and connected with local resources. This lays the groundwork for them to continue improving their physical fitness while connecting with other veterans and their community through sport.
What We Provide:
- Specialized clinics that are geared for individual ability levels
- Collaboration and partnerships with other veteran service organizations (VSO) and adaptive sports providers
- Connection to local and national adaptive sports providers
Warriors We Serve:
Conditions that qualify for the Adaptive Sports program include, but are not limited to:
- Limb amputation
- Limb salvage with significant ataxia or orthopedic impairment
- Visual impairment
- Severe neurological impairment stemming from injury, stroke, multiple sclerosis, or other causes
- Severe spinal cord injury
- Severe traumatic brain injury
Warriors may also qualify for the Adaptive Sports program if their documented injuries or conditions meet the requirements for participation through the Department of Veterans Affairs for adaptive sports or equipment.
If you are unsure whether you qualify for the Adaptive Sports program, please contact the WWP Resource Center.
Be sure to contact your physician or healthcare provider to ensure it is safe for you to participate in physical activity.
Take the First Step. Contact the WWP Resource Center
Where can I find local adaptive sports opportunities?
If you are interested in learning more about Adaptive Sports:
888.WWP.ALUM (997.2586) or 904.405.1213
HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday - Friday 9 am - 9 pm EST
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Frequently Asked Questions
The WWP Adaptive Sports program introduces registered warriors with permanent physical injuries that prevent participation in traditional sports, to adaptive sport opportunities. The WWP Adaptive Sports program is available to registered warriors who have documented physical injuries or conditions including but not limited to:
- Limb amputation
- Limb salvage with significant ataxia or orthopedic impairment
- Visual impairment
- Severe neurological impairment stemming from injury, stroke, multiple sclerosis, or other causes
- Severe spinal cord injury
- Severe traumatic brain injury
If you are still unsure if you qualify for the program, please contact the WWP Resource Center by phone, 888.WWP.ALUM (997.2586) or 904.405.1213, or email and request a referral for the Adaptive Sports program. A specialist from the WWP Adaptive Sports team will follow up with you to help determine eligibility.
If you are not currently registered with WWP please visit our registration page for details about who is eligible to register with WWP and how to get started. WWP supports veterans and service members who incurred a physical or mental injury, illness, or wound while serving in the military on or after September 11, 2001. You may also be eligible for the program if you are the family member or caregiver of a wounded warrior.
The Adaptive Sports program is one of a variety of veteran programs and services to help you take the steps that are right for you, including programs for physical and mental wellness, career transition, and support in obtaining disabled veterans benefits from Veteran’s Affairs (VA).
Caregivers may attend WWP Adaptive Sports events. However, caregiver participation will be discussed on a case-by-case basis with a WWP Adaptive Sports specialist during the screening and event placement process.
Warriors can contact the WWP Resource Center by phone at 888.WWP.ALUM (997.2586) or 904.405.1213, or email or follow up with a WWP Adaptive Sports specialist during one of the events to find out about opportunities in their area. As part of the follow-up to the multi-day clinics, warriors will be connected to opportunities to participate in a national event or events hosted by local adaptive sports providers.
Warriors may be eligible for adaptive sports equipment from the VA. Warriors are asked to review the VA’s eligibility requirements and apply with the VA. After participating in a WWP Adaptive Sports activity, you may also follow up with your WWP Adaptive Sports specialist for guidance.