2024 at a Glance
Adaptive Programming
If you'd like to just come and check out our events, email us at [email protected]
This game is played by amputee athletes on a 3/4 size pitch with seven players to a side. Field players use forearm crutches and may play the ball with only one leg. Keepers defend a 7'x16' goal and may only use one arm.
LOCATION:
TOCA (formerly known as Superkick)
409 Orange Point Drive, Lewis Center OH 43035
DATES (2 Sundays a month):
December 8, 4:00 - 5:00 pm
December 22, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
This is our bike evaluation clinic for adults. Adults with disabilities are evaluated for the perfect adaptive bike by physical and occupational therapists at Glacier Ridge Metro Park.
LOCATION:
310 W Main Street, Westerville, OH 43081
DATES (Mondays):
May 6
June 3
July 1
August 5
September 9
October 7
TIME: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
SESSIONS:
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Focuses on cycling basics, including proper pedaling, braking, turning, and safety, Geared for children and young adults with cognitive disabilities who require assistance to learn to ride an adaptive bike.
LOCATION:
Glacier Ridge Metro Park North Entrance
9801 Hyland-Croy Road, Plain City, OH 43064
DATES (every other Wednesday):
May 1, 15, 29
June 5
July 3, 17, 31
August 7, 21
September 4, 18,
October 2, 16
TIME: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Veteran Cycling bike rides meeting on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month in Westerville! Ride pace and distance is varied based on abilities within the group, with some riders going up to 22 miles per event.
LOCATION:
310 W Main Street, Westerville OH 43081
DATES (1st and 3rd Thursday of every month):
May 2, 16
June 6, 20
August 1, 15
September 5
October 3, 17
TIME: TBD
Group bike rides meeting in Westerville! Ride pace and distance is varied based on abilities within the group, with some riders going up to 22 miles per event.
LOCATION:
310 W Main Street, Westerville OH 43081
DATES (Saturdays):
May 4, 11, 18
June 1, 15, 22, 29
July 13
August 3, 10, 17, 24
September 7, 14, 21, 28
October 5, 12, 19, 26
TIME: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Offsite Cycling happens a minimum of twice a month, typically on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the year.
LOCATION:
TBD individually
DATES (2nd and 4th Wednesdays):
May 8 (Heritage Rail Trail (HRT)), 22
June 8 (Alum Creekend Cycling)
July 10 (HRT), 24 (HRT), 27 (Pedal with Pete)
August 14, 28
September 11, 25
October 9, 30 (END OF YEAR Halloween Ride)
TIME: TBD for each event
Adaptive mountain biking on widened trails, suitable for adaptive mountain bikes. ASC owns a variety of styles of mountain bike including both hand and foot propelled bikes.
LOCATION:
Phase 1 Alum Creek Trails
6002-6090 Lewis Center Road, Galena, OH 43021
DATES (every other Sunday):
June 16, 30
July 14, 28
August 11, 25
September 8, 22
October 6, 20
TIME: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
A relaxing evening guided paddle on the Scioto River. All boats, life jackets, paddles, and adaptive fittings will be provided.
LOCATION:
ASC Adventure Center
6000 Harriott Drive, Powell OH, 43065
DATES & TIMES:
Tuesday June 4, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Thursday June 6, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tuesday June 11, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Saturday June 15, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Tuesday June 18, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Thursday June 20, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tuesday June 25, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Saturday June 29, 9:00 am - 11:00am
Tuesday July 2, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tuesday July 9, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Saturday July 13, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Tuesday July 16, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Thursday July 18, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tuesday July 23, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Saturday July 27, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Tuesday July 30, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Thursday August 1, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tuesday August 6, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Saturday, August 10, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Tuesday, August 13, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Thursday, August 15, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tuesday, August 20, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Saturday August 24, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Tuesday August 27, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Thursday August 29, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tuesday September 3, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Saturday September 7, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tuesday, September 10, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Thursday, September 12, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
TIME:
Tuesdays and Thursdays - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Saturdays - 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Help facilitate a kayaking outing for Goodwill Columbus. Volunteers will fit life jackets, provide basic paddling instruction and assist with on water safety and buddy paddling with adults with developmental disabilities.
LOCATION:
ASC Adventure Center
6000 Harriott Drive, Powell OH, 43065
DATES & TIMES:
TBD
TIME:
9:30 am - 2:00 pm
Parks and Rec Kayaking Camp is an impactful kayaking event in partnership with the Inclusive Summer Camp with Columbus Parks and Recreation.
LOCATION:
ASC Adventure Center
6000 Harriott Drive, Powell OH, 43065
DATES (Wednesdays):
TBD
TIME: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Adaptive Skiing and Snowboarding
Adaptive Sports Connection has a wide variety of adaptive equipment for stand up, sit skiers, and snowboarders. Lessons and open skiing are held on Saturdays in January and February at Snow Trails and Mad River Mountain. Regardless of ability level, each new skier participates in a 2.5-hour session with an instructor to assess your needs, abilities, and goals. Our certified ski instructors are skilled in using various types of adaptive skis, and in teaching specific strategies to meet your needs.
LOCATIONS:
Snow Trails, 3100 Possum Run Rd, Mansfield OH 44903
Mad River, 1000 Snow Valley Rd, Zanesfield OH 43360
DATES (Saturdays):
January 6
January 13
January 20
January 27
February 10
February 17
February 24
March 2
March 9
March 16
TIME: 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
SESSIONS:
9:00 am - 11:30 am
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Program Special Events
Snow Trails (Mansfield, OH) will once again serve as the host site for a weekend of camaraderie. The Cleveland VA and Columbus VA will join us on February 2 and 3, respectively, and take on the hills.
LOCATION:
Snow Trails, 3100 Possum Run Rd, Mansfield OH 44903
DATES:
February 7 - 8, 2025
This is a weekend full of gratitude to those who have served our country. Veterans and their families are invited to join us for three days of activities, exploration, and inspiration. Participants will gather at the National Veterans Memorial Museum for an opening reception. They will be inspired by a decorated veteran, Shane Jernigan, a retired U.S. Army Ranger, and enjoy a buffet dinner. Saturday is all about activities at the ASC Activity Center in Powell, including kayaking, cycling, paddle boarding, mountain biking, and water skiing. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks will be provided throughout the day. Their partners/spouses and children are invited to participate and take advantage of the Kids Activity Area. All expenses are covered for the weekend (hotel, food, activities, and travel within Columbus).
This event is inclusive for all veterans of all abilities.
DATES: July 2025
EVENT DETAILS PAGE: More info to come
Check out a video recap of our 2023 event!
People with disabilities are given the opportunity to experience waterskiing on White Sulphur Lake with the assistance of volunteers from Columbus Aqua Ski Club and the UC and OSU water ski clubs.
LOCATION:
White Sulphur Lake
5501 Penn Road, Ostrander, OH 43061
DATE: July 20
TIME: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fundraising Events
DATE: September 2025
More details to come!
DATE: September 2025
More details to come!
If you'd like to just come and check out our events, email us at [email protected]