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Message from Executive Director:

Friends,

October is always a meaningful month for us at SoCal Adaptive Sports—not just because of the change of seasons, but because of what this month represents for so many members of our community.

For our athletes here in the Coachella Valley, cooler days also mean more time outdoors. Look for more adaptive activities in the coming weeks such as skateboarding, hiking, adaptive tennis, golf, cheerleading, and more. In the meantime, our regular offerings of bowling, archery, and boccia continue each week, providing consistent opportunities for connection, fitness, and fun.

I also want to be transparent: while our programs are offered at little or no cost to participants, they do come at a price. We do our best not to overwhelm you with requests, but your generosity is what makes this possible. Your financial support allows us to continue offering vital programming, coaching, and equipment for athletes of all abilities. If you believe in building a more inclusive Southern California, I encourage you to consider making a gift to SoCal Adaptive Sports today. Every dollar goes directly toward ensuring that sports remain open to Every Ability. EveryBODY.

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October is also a time of awareness. Across this month, we recognize and raise awareness for a number of important observances that directly affect those we serve: Breast Cancer Awareness, Domestic Violence Awareness, Down Syndrome Awareness, Disability Employment Awareness, ADHD Awareness, Spina Bifida Awareness, Sensory Processing Awareness, World Blindness Awareness, Dysautonomia Awareness, and Rett Syndrome Awareness.

Each of these observances highlights the incredible resilience of individuals and families navigating unique challenges. They also remind us why our mission—to create inclusive opportunities for everyBODY to experience the joy, community, and growth that sports and recreation bring—matters so deeply.

At SoCal Adaptive Sports, we believe awareness must be paired with action. That means not only acknowledging these conditions but also working to break down barriers, provide access at little or no cost, and create spaces where every individual feels empowered and celebrated. Whether it’s through adaptive basketball, sled hockey, boccia, skateboarding, or our Sports for EveryBODY program in schools, we are proud to stand alongside those living with disabilities and differences, offering programs that support physical health, mental well-being, and social connection.

As we move through October, I invite you to take a moment to learn more about these awareness observances and the lives they represent. And, as always, thank you for being part of our journey—whether you are a participant, family member, volunteer, or supporter. Together, we are building a more inclusive Southern California, one game, one practice, one connection at a time.

Onwards,

Chris Allen

Executive Director 

SoCal Adaptive Sports

 

Mensaje del Director Ejecutivo:

Amigos,

Octubre siempre es un mes significativo para nosotros en SoCal Adaptive Sports—no solo por el cambio de estación, sino también por lo que este mes representa para tantos miembros de nuestra comunidad.

Para nuestros atletas aquí en el Valle de Coachella, los días más frescos también significan más tiempo al aire libre. En las próximas semanas, busquen más actividades adaptadas como patineta, senderismo, tenis adaptado, golf, porras y más. Mientras tanto, nuestras ofertas regulares de boliche, tiro con arco y boccia continúan cada semana, brindando oportunidades constantes de conexión, acondicionamiento físico y diversión.

También quiero ser transparente: aunque nuestros programas se ofrecen con poco o ningún costo para los participantes, sí tienen un precio. Hacemos todo lo posible para no abrumarlos con solicitudes, pero su generosidad es lo que hace que esto sea posible. Su apoyo financiero nos permite seguir ofreciendo programas vitales, entrenamiento y equipo para atletas de todas las habilidades. Si usted cree en construir un Sur de California más inclusivo, lo animo a considerar hacer un donativo a SoCal Adaptive Sports hoy. Cada dólar se destina directamente a garantizar que el deporte permanezca abierto a Cada Habilidad. CadaCUERPO. 

Make a Donation — SoCal Adaptive Sports

Octubre también es un tiempo de concientización. A lo largo de este mes, reconocemos y creamos conciencia sobre una serie de observancias importantes que afectan directamente a quienes servimos: Concientización sobre el Cáncer de Mama, la Violencia Doméstica, el Síndrome de Down, el Empleo para Personas con Discapacidad, el TDAH, la Espina Bífida, el Procesamiento Sensorial, la Ceguera Mundial, la Disautonomía y el Síndrome de Rett.

Cada una de estas observancias destaca la increíble resiliencia de individuos y familias que enfrentan desafíos únicos. También nos recuerdan por qué nuestra misión—crear oportunidades inclusivas para que cadaCUERPO experimente la alegría, la comunidad y el crecimiento que el deporte y la recreación brindan—es tan importante.

En SoCal Adaptive Sports creemos que la concientización debe ir acompañada de acción. Eso significa no solo reconocer estas condiciones, sino también trabajar para derribar barreras, proporcionar acceso con poco o ningún costo y crear espacios donde cada persona se sienta empoderada y celebrada. Ya sea a través del baloncesto adaptado, hockey de trineo, boccia, patineta o nuestro programa Sports for EveryBODY en las escuelas, nos enorgullece acompañar a quienes viven con discapacidades y diferencias, ofreciendo programas que apoyan la salud física, el bienestar mental y la conexión social.

Al avanzar en este mes de octubre, los invito a tomarse un momento para aprender más sobre estas observancias y las vidas que representan. Y, como siempre, gracias por ser parte de nuestro camino—ya sea como participante, familiar, voluntario o simpatizante. Juntos estamos construyendo un Sur de California más inclusivo, un juego, una práctica y una conexión a la vez.

Con gratitud,

Chris Allen 

Director Ejecutivo

SoCal Adaptive Sports

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Help us create opportunities for athletes of all abilities.

Ayúdanos a crear oportunidades para atletas de todas las habilidades.

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We 🥰 the Berger Foundation Iceplex (with special thanks to Jeff and Tawny and all of their staff) and how they are bringing greater inclusion to the Coachella Valley!  Please join us for Adaptive skating and hockey!

¡Nos encanta la Fundación Berger Iceplex (con un agradecimiento especial a Jeff y Tawnyy todo su personal) y cómo están promoviendo una mayor inclusión en el Valle de Coachella! ¡Por favor, únete a nosotros para patinaje adaptativo y hockey!

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Adaptive Skating

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Patinaje Adaptativo

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Adaptive Hockey
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Hockey Adaptativo
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A Day at the Lake with Rim Special Athletes 
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The Art of the Sail Voyage in December 

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Adaptive Archery 

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Archery Adaptativo

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Bowling at Yucca Bowl

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Boliche en Yucca Bowl

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Bowling at Fantasy Springs

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Boliche en Fantasy Springs

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Boccia in Burbank 

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Boccia en Burbank

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Expert Adaptive Archery Instruction Every Monday

 Adaptive Archery has been spectacular these last recent weeks. We recently celebrated our friend, Anthony's birthday! Happy birthday to Anthony, from all of us at SoCal Adaptive Sports. Let's keep aiming, the sky is the limit.

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 Adaptive Bowling at Yucca Valley Every Tuesday

The 'INCREDIBOWLS' strike again!

Our Yucca Valley athletes have really been showing out lately! We have now grown to over 15 incredible friends and we are beyond grateful for that. Our athletes make us so proud because they always show up with full energy and strengthen. Let's keep striking and building awareness through play. 

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Adaptive Bowling at Fantasy Springs Every Wednesday

September was absolutely incredible for our Fantasy Springs Adaptive Bowling sessions. We were fortunate to create amazing memories with our lovely friends. It's always a blast with our athletes and spectacular to see them reach their fullest potential. We are extremely proud of this group. 

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We believe in the power of collaboration in leveling the playing field and truly bringing about societal inclusion. That's why we're listing these events and also websites of our friends who are doing phenomenal work!  Please visit below and click on the links to find out more.

Creemos en el poder de la colaboración para igualar las condiciones de juego y lograr una verdadera inclusión social. ¡Por eso estamos enumerando estos eventos y también los sitios web de nuestros amigos que están haciendo un trabajo fenomenal! Visite a continuación y haga clic en los enlaces para obtener más información.

 

SoCal Adaptive Sports went sailing with friends over at California Inclusive Sailing in NewPort Beach! Thank you very much Christina Buhl!

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Mission for Autism at the Marguerite Tennis Pavillion in Mission Viejo

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SoCal Adaptive Sports ran a segment of Boccia at the Mission Viejo Resource Fair for People with Disabilities 

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T3 Wheelchair Tennis in Mission Viejo every Thursday & Saturday

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The Aardvark Pottery

While searching for ceramics, our founder Mike Rosenkrantz wandered into a hidden gem — The Aardvark Pottery. What started as a casual visit quickly turned into something special. In conversation with the owner, Mike learned that his wife and daughter work with individuals with special needs. There was an instant connection as their mission resonated close to our own hearts at SoCal Adaptive Sports. 

Moved by the shared passion, the owner generously donated ceramic pieces and arts & crafts supplies. Mike was proudly wearing his SoCal tee and shorts and couldn't believe the kindness and connection that unfolded so naturally. 

Huge thanks to Aardvark Pottery for your generosity and big-hearted spirit. You’ve reminded us that community is built in the most beautiful, unexpected ways.

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East Valley Selpa 3rd Annual Parent Resource Fair 

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Legacy Bridges Foundation, Inc. 
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Adaptive Freedom Foundation
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About Families Inc.
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Olive Tree Occupational Therapy 
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Level 4: 2025 Dee Henry Memorial Tennis Tournament

USTA Logo Home

 

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We are growing our Inland Regional Center programs, including self-determination, and continue to offer 1:1 and small group coaching and workouts.  If you'd like to take part and/or participate in any of our programs, please have SoCal Adaptive Sports assigned by your Regional Center Community Services Coordinator (CSC). Our Vendor number is PJ5601. We are open to many different modalities for bringing adaptive sports and physical, social, and emotional health to everyBODY!

Estamos ampliando nuestros programas del Inland Regional Center y seguimos ofreciendo entrenamiento y rutinas individuales y en grupos pequeños. Si desea participar y/o ya participa en alguno de nuestros programas, solicite a su Coordinador de Servicios Comunitarios del Centro Regional (CSC) que asigne a SoCal Adaptive Sports. Nuestro número de proveedor es PJ5601. ¡Estamos abiertos a muchas modalidades diferentes para llevar el deporte adaptado y la salud física, social y emocional a TODOS!

Please register for an account to always receive our newsletter and feel free to forward this newsletter to others.  

Por favor, regístrese para obtener una cuenta para recibir siempre nuestro boletín y no dude en reenviar este boletín a otras personas.

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Part-time coaches, Program Manager 

(Please send an email to chris@socaladaptivesports.org with a cover letter and resume indicating which position you are applying for.  Chris will also be happy to send you a complete job description.)

(Por favor, envíe un correo electrónico a chris@socaladaptivesports.org con una carta de presentación y un currículum indicando para qué puesto está solicitando. Chris también estará encantado de enviarle una descripción completa del trabajo.)

As an adaptive sports coach, you'll leverage your passion for sports and strong communication skills to create an inclusive environment for athletes with varying abilities. You'll develop tailored training programs, facilitate engaging activities, and foster teamwork and confidence among participants, ensuring everyone feels valued and empowered. Your role will involve actively promoting inclusivity, adapting strategies to meet individual needs, and encouraging personal growth. Your love for sports and ability to connect with others will be essential in making a positive impact in the lives of the athletes you will coach.  

¡Estamos CONTRATANDO entrenadores a tiempo parcialy asistente de marketing !

Como entrenador de deportes adaptativos, aprovecharás tu pasión por los deportes y tus fuertes habilidades de comunicación para crear un ambiente inclusivo para atletas con diversas habilidades. Desarrollarás programas de entrenamiento personalizados, facilitarás actividades atractivas y fomentarás el trabajo en equipo y la confianza entre los participantes, asegurándote de que todos se sientan valorados y empoderados. Tu papel implicará promover activamente la inclusión, adaptar estrategias para satisfacer necesidades individuales y alentar el crecimiento personal. Tu amor por los deportes y tu capacidad para conectarte con los demás serán esenciales para tener un impacto positivo en la vida de los atletas que entrenarás.  

Program Manager

The Program Manager/Coach will work directly with the Executive Director in providing expert coaching, outreach and program development.  Your job will be to provide all of the above to help us achieve our mandate to improve the quality of life for persons with disabilities throughout Riverside County and other Southern California communities.

Gerente de Programa

El Gerente de Programa/Entrenador trabajará directamente con el Director Ejecutivo proporcionando coaching experto, divulgación y desarrollo de programas. Su trabajo será proporcionar todo lo anterior para ayudarnos a cumplir con nuestro mandato de mejorar la calidad de vida de las personas con discapacidades en todo el condado de Riverside y otras comunidades del sur de California.

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