Baseball/Softball

Discovery League
Part of Neenah Baseball, Inc., Discovery League provides an “organized baseball opportunity” for people ages four and up with special needs. Games are played on Sunday evenings from 6:00 – 7:30pm at either Southview Park or Washington Park (on an accessible field) in Neenah from mid-May through July. For more information, contact Kathy Delchambre at (920) 734-5641.

Kimberly High School Baseball Camp
Kimberly High School's "A Difference Maker" baseball camp for kids with all types of disabilities & their siblings is held each fall. This FREE camp is organized by the Kimberly High School baseball players & coaches. Participants must be in grades 1-12 and receive a free t-shirt & treats. The camp is held rain or shine. Registration is required. Information can be obtained by contacting head coach Ryan McGinnis at rmcginnis@kimberly.k12.wi.us.

Miracle League of the Fox Valley
The MLFV is an organized baseball league for children, ages 4-19, with physical and/or cognitive disabilities. MLFV is a program of Goodwill NCW.

1620 E Witzke Blvd,
Appleton, WI 54911
https://goodwillncw.org/mlfv/

Basketball

Sensory Swishers
Sensory Swishers is recreational basketball program offered by the Greater Green Bay YMCA for youth 6-14 years old diagnosed with autism or other sensory processing challenges. Participants have opportunities for success in areas of the physical, social, and emotional components of a team sport. The basketball program teaches fundamental basketball skills and the rules of the game and players participate in team scrimmages. Sensory Swishers is typically offered in the winter/spring months. To register, call 920-436-9622.

Curling

Green Bay Curling Club
Provides Learn 2 Curl Clinics for both adults and juniors at various times during the curling season. Clinic teaches slide, stick, or wheelchair delivery. Also offer Try It! League for beginners. Please watch the website at http://curlgb.com for program updates or contact
gbcurling@gmail.com.

Downhill Skiing

Moving Mountains
Students of all ability levels are able to experience the joy of downhill skiing. Moving Mountains Adaptive Ski Program has “sit-skis”, harnesses, out-riggers, adaptive poles, tethers, and other equipment to help get everyone on the slopes. They can accommodate individuals who use a wheelchair, a walker, a prosthesis, have balance issues, have difficulty understanding traditional directions, have problems staying on task, have sensory issues, etc. Learn more at
http://www.movingmountainsap.org/

Dance

Dance Lessons for Kids with Special Needs
Village of Allouez - This class strives to improve timing, motor planning skills, balance, and coordination in a fun environment and is open to special education students who love movement, dance, and music. It offers specific stretching and strengthening exercises, general movement patterns, Brain Dance and progress to beginner ballet, jazz and hip hop moves. The class instructors are experienced in dance instruction and physical therapy. For more information on this and other programs please visit the Allouez Recreation website at http://allouez.recdesk.com or contact Allouez Parks and Recreation at (920) 448-2804.

Everyone Can Shine Camps
I Can Shine, Inc. is an international nonprofit charitable organization which teaches those with disabilities how to ride a bike independently, swim and dance.

Cheer

Fusion Athletics
Team Shine is a cheerleading team for athletes of all abilities ages 5 to 21. The season runs from August to March with practices held one night a week. Participants learn a 2.5 minute routine full of jumps, stunts, dancing, and fun tailored to maximize the athletes’ abilities. Also offer a cheer experience in an open gym format for individuals with special needs once a quarter. To learn more, call (920) 323-5505 or visit www.fusionathleticsgb.com

Green Bay Elite Cheer
Offering a cheer team designed for all abilities, Green Bay Elite’s team is co-ed and available for ages 6 and up. The team practices once a week and provides the opportunity to perform with a “cheer buddy”. Contact Coach Diane for more information at (920) 903-4877 or GBEDIANE@aol.com

Football

Challenger Football League
Sponsored by Fox Valley Pop Warner Football, Inc., this opportunity provides a no/minimal contact, flag football experience for boys and girls ages 6 – 18 that have special needs and are unable to participate in other football divisions. Teams are made up of 8-12 players and are individualized to the players’ needs with parents/buddies assisting as needed. Five games are played beginning in September. For additional information contact Sue Hipple at sue.hipple@att.net or visit
http://www.foxvalleypopwarner.org/page/show/458259-challenger-league.

Kimberly High School Football Camp
This football camp is for all children with special needs ages Pre-K through 8th Grade. The camp is hosted by members from the Kimberly High School Leadership Class, the Kimberly football team, the Kimberly football coaching staff, and Kimberly faculty at Papermaker Stadium in Kimberly during the month of May. The camp consists of 8 to 10 fun and exciting stations that range from trying on football equipment to practicing touchdown celebrations. More information and sign-up sheets will be posted on KimberlyFootball.com in April.

Xavier Hawks Football Camp
This co-ed camp sponsored by the Autism Society of the Fox Valley, in cooperation with the Appleton Xavier High School Football team is offered each September for individuals with autism of all ages and playing abilities. This special day-long camp starts with stretching and warm ups, continues with skill work at ten different stations, and concludes with an awards 5 ceremony and picnic lunch for all participants and their families. Contact Bob Olson by phone at (920) 788-5298 or email bob.olson1976@gmail.com

Hockey

Wisconsin Skeeters
This sled hockey program is for both girls and boys interested in playing sled hockey, a type of ice hockey where players sit in adaptive sleds and propel themselves up and down the ice with sticks. The program attracts individuals from around the state. Participants can practice/play as much or as little as they want during the season (October to April). Kids are provided with sticks and sleds and the program has additional equipment to use on an as needed basis. If you are interested in learning more, please contact Kathie Natzke at 608-558-8866 or wisconsinskeeters@gmail.com or visit www.skeeterssledhockey.com

Martial Arts

ATA Black Belt Academy
Teaches life skills (honor, respect, perseverance, courtesy, self-esteem, goal setting), bullying prevention and the art of self-defense quickly and easily through Taekwondo. Welcomes all ages and abilities. Several of their instructors have autism. Call 920-882-7887 or visit their website https://www.appleton-ata.com/ to learn more.

Soccer

Sensory Kickers
Offered by the Greater Green Bay YMCA, Sensory Kickers is recreational soccer program for youth 6-14 years old diagnosed with autism or other sensory processing challenges. Participants have the opportunities for success in areas of the physical, social, and emotional components of a team sport. The program provides fundamental soccer skills, teaches the rules of the game, and includes team scrimmages. Sensory Kickers is typically offered in the summer months. Call (920) 436-9622 with questions.

Soccer Camp for Kids with Autism
This one-day camp for children with autism of all ages is hosted by the Autism Society of the Fox Valley and the Menasha High School soccer teams in the spring. The camp consists of ten fun and exciting stations and ends with a picnic lunch. More information can be found on www.autismfoxvalley.org or by emailing Kelly at kelly.brodhagen@gmail.com

TOPSoccer - Green Bay
The program is open to athletes with cognitive disabilities to provide them an opportunity to play organized soccer with experienced coaches and players and consists of 10 sessions (5 fall & 5 spring) held indoors at Purdy Performance, 807 Parkview Road, Ashwaubenon, WI. Player participation and development are key elements of the program which is designed to improve the overall fitness, self-esteem, and social skills of participants. If you have any questions, please contact Jeff Jones at jonesjc6@yahoo.com

TOPSoccer – Kimberly
Available for players ages 6 – adult that have special needs. Each player with special needs is assigned a buddy who encourages and supports each participant. The league plays for a total of 18 weeks over the course of the school year with three six week sessions running September-October, January-February, and April-May. Games are played from 10:00 11:00 a.m. on Saturdays at Mapleview School in Kimberly. Hosted by the Kimberly Area Soccer Association, Inc. but open to all Fox Valley youth, contact Wayne Stoflet at (920) 788-5840 for more information.

Swimming

Appleton Parks and Recreation Department
The Special Needs Beginner Swim Class is for children ages six and up who may have mild to moderate disabilities or who may require more of an intimate learning environment to maximize their potential. Participants are given time to practice skills while positive and corrective feedback is given on how to improve. Contact Niki Wendt at niki.wendt@appleton.org for any special requests prior to the start of class.

YMCAs – Open swim and private swim instruction for children with special needs is available at
○ Appleton: Call Philipp Herzog at (920) 954-7628
○ Heart of the Valley: Contact Erin Brennan at (920) 830-5714
○ Fox West: Contact Nikki Boyd at nboyd@ymcafoxcities.org or (920) 560-3412
○ Neenah: Contact Angie Kennedy at (920) 886-2132.
○ Oshkosh: Contact Dan Braun at danbraun@oshkoshymca.org or (920) 230-8915.

Sensory Fun Swim
Country Inn & Suites in Little Chute invites individuals with special needs for a Sensory Fun Swim time every Wednesday from 4 - 7 PM. While the hotel pool is open to the general public most days of the week, this time on Wednesdays will include music at a lower volume and other accommodations for individuals with special needs. Come for therapy or for fun! Call (920) 788-8080.

Swimtastic
Dedicated to providing a safe and attentive environment focusing on teaching lifelong swim skills for all ability levels. Learn more.

Everyone Can Shine Camps
I Can Shine, Inc. is an international nonprofit charitable organization which teaches those with disabilities how to ride a bike independently, swim and dance.

CP Innovation
Serving children and adults with a variety of physical, developmental, communication, and sensory disorders through Northeast Wisconsin. Learn more.

Wellness Activities

Abilities in Action
Special Needs Adaptive programs (SNAP) of the YMCA of the Fox Cites. CLUB WELLNESS - a uniquely designed program created for individuals 16 years and older with intellectual disabilities. The program addresses three components: fitness training, healthy eating habits, and wellness healthy tips of the week. For more information contact Paula Gozner at (920) 886-2101 or pgozner@ymcafoxcities.org.

CLUB WELLNESS includes fun activities, meal preparation and incentives to help Club Members achieve goals. The ultimate goal of CLUB WELLNESS is to help each Club Member create new healthy habits and make lifelong choices for optimal health. This is a fee-based 12 week session.

○ Pump it Up – Offered in seven week sessions, this class offering at the Neenah YMCA is for kids ages 7 – 13 with and without disabilities. Participants will learn to use Fit Zone machines as well as increase their strength and core muscles.
○ Saturday Fun Club - An acceptance for all wellness class for ages 7-13 (drop off or with a caregiver) that offers opportunities for wellness training and social learning at the Neenah-Menasha YMCA. Class staffed with a 1:4 ratio to accommodate individuals with special needs.
○ Special Recreation Yoga – A yoga and contemplative arts class for ages 7-13 (drop off or with a caregiver) that focuses on breathing, movement, and awareness development at the Neenah-Menasha YMCA. Class staffed with a 1:4 ratio to accommodate individuals with special needs.
○ Tai Chi – Individuals ages 16 and older can learn more about Tai Chi and its many health benefits! This ancient Chinese tradition is practiced as a graceful form of exercise. It involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner and accompanied by deep breathing.

Wellness Activities

Adapted Sports Program
In conjunction with the Oshkosh YMCAs, the Adapted Sports Program allows individuals with all ability levels within the Fox Valley Region to participate in quality sports and aquatic development programs. Instruction is provided to individuals from elementary age through adults with an emphasis on adapted physical education activities and is typically done on a one to one basis or in a small group setting with a future adaptive physical educator. To learn more, please contact Chris Stratton at strattonc@uwosh.edu

Inspire Sports
Provides various opportunities for individuals with special needs to grow physically and mentally. Peer mentors teach the fundamentals of the specific sport in a fun and engaging manner. One-to-one mentoring program creates a fun and safe environment for individuals to overcome any challenge. Visit www.inspiresportswi.org/events for a list of current programs in the Fox Valley. Contact inspiresportswi@gmail.com or (920) 419-2025

Special Olympics
Provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of sports. Interested individuals over eight years of age with a cognitive disability are eligible to participate in the program. Sports offered include: aquatics, basketball, bocce, bowling, power lifting, softball, t-ball, and track & field. Contact Lisa Volkman at (920) 731-9831 x109 or lisav@soarfoxcities.com

Wisconsin Adaptive Sports Association (WASA)
WASA’s mission and goal is to provide adaptive sports and recreation opportunities to those with physical disabilities and visual impairments in Wisconsin. Current programs offered include wheelchair basketball, wheelchair tennis, wheelchair lacrosse, quad rugby, sled hockey, Bocce
ball, wheelchair softball, wheelchair bowling and goalball. For more information or questions please visit www.wasa.org or email Sam Gracz at sam@wasa.org

Young Athletes Program
Run by Neenah School Special Olympics and sponsored by Special Olympics Wisconsin, the Young Athletes is an inclusive program for youth
ages (2-10) that focuses on a variety of gross motor and sports activities based on the Special Olympics curriculum. Children with and without disabilities learn a variety of skills while coming together to have fun, stay active and learn from each other. Young Athletes typically occurs January through March once a week in the early evening. For more information, contact Jenni Oeftger, Special Education Teacher at Shattuck Middle School in Neenah, joeftger@neenah.k12.wi.us or (920) 209-9683.

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