Inclusion & Adaptive
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
The La Crosse Area Family YMCA’s mission is putting Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for ALL. We believe everyone regardless of ability level has the right to enjoy recreational opportunities and that is why Inclusion and Adaptive programs exist here at the Y. Every individual deserves the opportunity to grow and thrive. We are driven to provide that opportunity for children and adults with disabilities. Qualified volunteers and staff are trained to support and encourage each participant in these adaptive programs. We focus on participant’s needs, strengths, and adapting the activities to ensure that everyone feels included!
Participant Care Form
NEW participants registered for Inclusion and Adaptive Programs are required to complete the Participant Care Form before the start of their registered program. Please click the link below.
https://forms.gle/qaHvC21EmLyakGmV6
A $5.00 non-refundable fee will be applied to any program canceled by the participant.
ATTENTION: If your participant is registered for the County Waiver Program (Children’s Long Term Support) and you have confirmed with your social worker that you will be using those funds. You must register with the Recreation Therapist via email or phone. Registration is open on the first day for Family Memberships, Youth/Adult Membership registration opens on the second day, and Non-Membership opens on the third day.
FREE! Action Track Chair Reservation
AGE: 12+ YEARS OLD
This motorized wheelchair allows for control and mobility on all types of terrain and through all kinds of weather. The adult-sized chair has the unique ability to tilt forward and back, turn on its own axis, and allow for both rider control as well as second party control. Our Action Track Chair has a removable tackle box and an attached stabilization stand for resting a gun on your hunting trip or a fishing pole down by the river. It also has its own trailer for easy transport to any destination.
The Action Track Chair can be reserved for up to 4 consecutive days, and is made possible by the generous support of Wings Over Wisconsin, and is free of charge.
This action track chair is stored at the Houser branch in Onalaska. Pick-up of the chair can be at either branch.
Questions or to reserve the Action Track Chair today contact Devyn Priebe, Recreation Therapist at [email protected] OR (608)-519-5516
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Family Member | Youth Member | Non Member | |
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2/15/19 | 2/16/35 | Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
Available Sessions
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02/28/19 - 12/31/23
Contact Devyn Priebe to reserve!
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Registration Closed on 02/27/2019 |
No Boundaries Summer Camp
Camp weeks-REGISTER BASED OFF AGE GROUP
June 12-16th (5-11 years old)
June 26-30th (12-14 year olds)
July 10th-14th (15-17 year olds)
July 24-28th (18+ year old)
Camp Overview
Camp is a summertime staple, a place where abilities are discovered, independence tested, lifelong friendships born, and cherished memories made. Sometimes for children and adults with disabilities, and their parents or caregivers, finding a fully accessible, adequately staffed camp can be difficult.
Our accessible and barrier-free No Boundaries Camp offers activities ranging from sports and fitness, aquatics, music, arts and crafts, gymnastics, daily living skills, and so much more. Here at the Y, we recognize and celebrate the individual strengths, skills, and abilities that each of our participants shares with us. The goal is to provide opportunities for community integration and to build independent living skills, social skills, and communication skills and to promote a healthy lifestyle. We look forward to seeing you at camp!
Sample Camp Schedule
7:30-8:00am Campers Arrive
8:00-9:00am Healthy Breakfast/Snack
9:00-12:00pm Possible activites include; gymnastics, swimming, Zumba, art & music-based activities, group activities, outdoor fun, field trips and more.
12:00-1:00pm Healthy Lunch
1:00-2:00pm Choice Activities / Relaxing Activities
2:00-3:00pm Campers leave for home
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Family Member | Youth Member | Non Member | |
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4/10/23 | 5/31/23 | Front Desk | $ 115.00 | $ 127.00 | $ 227.00 |
Available Sessions
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06/12/23 - 06/16/23
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Registration Closed |
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06/26/23 - 06/30/23
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Registration Closed |
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07/10/23 - 07/14/23
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Registration Closed |
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07/24/23 - 07/28/23
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Registration Closed |
SUMMER- Adaptive Water Ski
The River City Water Ski Show Team is committed to bringing the joy of water skiing to as many people as possible. In 2015, we hosted our first adaptive ski clinic with the assistance of some instructors from Wisconsin Dells who brought the necessary equipment with them. Since then we have our own crew of volunteers and instructors and, in partnership with the North American Squirrel Association (Nasa), we now have three adaptive sit-skis to use for these events. Part of Nasa’s mission is to help the physically challenged enjoy recreational activities, so the partnership with River City is a great fit.
The smiles and squeals of joy from participants are something you have to see to truly appreciate! They LOVE it!
There are two clinics each summer that are FREE for all participants. The team’s adaptive sit-skis have adjustable seats to accommodate adaptive skiers of all different heights, sizes, and abilities.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Family Member | Youth Member | Non Member | |
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4/24/23 @ 09:00 AM |
5/24/23 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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06/16/23
9:00 am - 10:00 am
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Registration Closed |
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08/10/23
10:00 am - 11:00 am
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2 / 5 Available |
Registration Closed |
SUMMER 4-8 year old Adapted Gymnastics - Onalaska
AGE: 4-8 YEARS OLD
Individuals with physical and/or cognitive disabilities can improve balance, coordination, and social skills all while having fun and working on overall physical fitness and strength in Adapted Gymnastics. This program will have a gymnastics instructor present to guide the class through skill development, inclusion volunteers to provide extra assistance to each participant, and will be sensory-friendly. All ability levels and backgrounds are welcome.
Sundays From 12:40-1:10 pm
Available Sessions
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06/11/23 - 08/06/23
Su - 12:40 pm - 1:10 pm
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Registration Closed |
SUMMER 5+ Adapted Gymnastics - Onalaska
AGE: 5+ YEARS OLD
Individuals with physical and/or cognitive disabilities can improve balance, coordination, and social skills all while having fun and working on overall physical fitness and strength in Adapted Gymnastics. This program will have a gymnastics instructor present to guide the class through skill development, inclusion volunteers to provide extra assistance to each participant, and will be sensory-friendly. All ability levels and backgrounds are welcome.
Sundays From 1:15-1:45 pm
Registration Information ($5.00 One time registration fee)
Open | Close | Register At | Family Member | Youth Member | Non Member | |
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4/15/23 | 5/29/23 | Online / Front Desk | $ 25.00 | $ 40.00 | $ 55.00 |
Available Sessions
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06/11/23 - 08/06/23
Su - 1:15 pm - 1:45 pm
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Registration Closed |
SUMMER Adapted Aquatics - La Crosse
AGE: 4-18+ YEARS OLD
DURATION: 30-MINUTES
Adapted Aquatics is designed to meet the needs of individuals with physical and/or cognitive disabilities. Whether a beginner being introduced to the water or a more familiar swimmer working on stroke development, all levels are welcome! It is our number one priority that your swimmer leaves their lessons feeling more confident and aware of important life-saving skills. Swimmers will work on aquatic skills one-on-one with an Adapted Aquatics Instructor, learning and having fun.
Adapted Aquatics Assessment:
*Please complete the form below prior to your first lesson*
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Family Member | Youth Member | Non Member | |
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Late Registration | 4/15/23 | 6/5/23 | Online / Front Desk | $ 67.00 | $ 83.00 | $ 161.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | ||
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06/18/23 - 08/06/23
10:00 am - 10:30 am
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06/18/23 - 08/06/23
10:35 am - 11:05 am
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06/18/23 - 08/06/23
11:10 am - 11:40 am
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06/18/23 - 08/06/23
11:45 am - 12:15 pm
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06/18/23 - 08/06/23
Su - 1:15 pm - 1:45 pm
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06/18/23 - 08/06/23
Su - 2:25 pm - 2:55 pm
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SUMMER Adapted Aquatics - Onalaska
AGE: 4-18+ YEARS OLD
DURATION: 30-MINUTES
Adapted Aquatics is designed to meet the needs of individuals with physical and/or cognitive disabilities. Whether a beginner being introduced to the water or a more familiar swimmer working on stroke development, all levels are welcome! It is our number one priority that your swimmer leaves their lessons feeling more confident and aware of important life-saving skills. Swimmers will work on aquatic skills one-on-one with an Adapted Aquatics Instructor, learning and having fun.
Adapted Aquatics Assessment:
*Please complete the form below prior to your first lesson*
Registration Information ($5.00 One time registration fee)
Open | Close | Register At | Family Member | Youth Member | Non Member | |
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Late Registration | 4/15/23 @ 07:00 AM |
6/4/23 | Front Desk | $ 67.00 | $ 83.00 | $ 161.00 |
Available Sessions
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06/12/23 - 07/31/23
4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
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Session is Full | |
06/12/23 - 07/31/23
5:05 pm - 5:35 pm
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Session is Full | |
06/12/23 - 07/31/23
5:40 pm - 6:10 pm
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Session is Full | |
06/12/23 - 07/31/23
6:15 pm - 6:45 pm
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Session is Full | |
06/14/23 - 08/02/23
4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
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Session is Full | |
06/14/23 - 08/02/23
5:05 pm - 5:35 pm
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Session is Full | |
06/14/23 - 08/02/23
5:40 pm - 6:10 pm
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Session is Full | |
06/14/23 - 08/02/23
6:15 pm - 6:45 pm
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Session is Full | |
06/18/23 - 08/06/23
Still waiting to switch over to Lax
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Session is Full | |
06/22/23 - 08/03/23
With Kelsey - 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
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Session is Full |
SUMMER Adapted Gymnastics - La Crosse
AGE: 5+ YEARS OLD
Individuals with physical and/or cognitive disabilities can improve balance, coordination, and social skills all while having fun and working on overall physical fitness and strength in Adapted Gymnastics. This program will have a gymnastics instructor present to guide the class through skill development, inclusion volunteers to provide extra assistance to each participant, and will be sensory-friendly. All ability levels and backgrounds are welcome.
Fridays From 4-4:30 OR 4:30 – 5:00 pm
Registration Information ($5.00 One time registration fee)
Open | Close | Register At | Family Member | Youth Member | Non Member | |
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4/12/23 | 6/6/23 | Online / Front Desk | $ 30.00 | $ 37.00 | $ 79.00 | |
Late Registration | 6/7/23 | 6/9/23 | Front Desk | $ 35.00 | $ 42.00 | $ 84.00 |
Available Sessions
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06/16/23 - 08/04/23
4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
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Waiting List | |
06/16/23 - 08/04/23
4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
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Register |
SUMMER Adapted Soccer - Onalaska
AGES: 4+ YEARS OLD
DURATION: 45-MINUTES
Participants will work on passing, and scoring in a social environment led by inclusion coaches. Any athlete with diverse abilities is welcome to experience the world of soccer! Inclusion volunteers will be made available to those who may need extra support. Adapted Soccer has the ability to be played on our Miracle Field providing an accessible space for those who use wheelchairs. The program is accepting of and adaptive to all levels of ability and backgrounds.
Registration Information ($5.00 One time registration fee)
Open | Close | Register At | Family Member | Youth Member | Non Member | |
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4/12/23 | 5/31/23 | Online / Front Desk | $ 35.00 | $ 42.00 | $ 84.00 |
Available Sessions
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06/21/23 - 07/19/23
We - 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm
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Registration Closed |
SUMMER Miracle League Baseball (6-16 years old)
AGE: 6-16 YEARS OLD
DURATION: 60 minutes
Participants with disabilities have the opportunity to join us this summer for Miracle League Baseball! This program is accommodating and accepting to all ability levels -cognitive, developmental, or physical. These teams do not focus on the intent to win but rather focus on the enjoyment of everyone getting the chance to bat, play infield and outfield, and score runs. Games are played on a rubberized surface field that accommodates wheelchairs and other assisted devices. Players who require 1-on-1 assistance will need to notify the Recreation Therapist prior to the start date.
This will be every other week on Saturdays
Saturday, June 10th, June 24, July 8th, July 22, August 5th
Registration Information ($5.00 One time registration fee)
Open | Close | Register At | Family Member | Youth Member | Non Member | |
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Late Registration | 4/15/23 | 6/5/23 | Online / Front Desk | $ 40.00 | $ 47.00 | $ 89.00 |
Available Sessions
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06/10/23 - 08/05/23
Every OTHER week - Sa - 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Register |
SUMMER Miracle League Baseball (16+ years old)
AGE: 16+ YEARS OLD
DURATION: 60 Minutes
Participants with disabilities have the opportunity to join us this summer for Miracle League Baseball! This program is accommodating and accepting to all ability levels -cognitive, developmental, or physical. These teams do not focus on the intent to win but rather focus on the enjoyment of everyone getting the chance to bat, play infield and outfield, and score runs. Games are played on a rubberized surface field that accommodates wheelchairs and other assisted devices. Players who require 1-on-1 assistance will need to notify the Recreation Therapist prior to the start date.
This will be every other week on Saturdays
Saturday, June 10th, June 24, July 8th, July 22, August 5th
Registration Information ($5.00 One time registration fee)
Open | Close | Register At | Family Member | Youth Member | Non Member | |
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Late Registration | 4/15/23 | 6/12/23 | Online / Front Desk | $ 40.00 | $ 47.00 | $ 89.00 |
Available Sessions
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06/10/23 - 08/05/23
Every OTHER Saturday - 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
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Register |