Come Try Something New

Adaptive Sports Open Gym.

 Not sure what you want to play yet? That's exactly what Open Gym is for. Try different adaptive sports, use available equipment, meet other participants, and discover what gets you moving. Bring a friend. Bring your family. Bring your curiosity.

Program details

Location: Jaycee Community Center, Raleigh, NC

Days: Every other Saturday

Time: 9:00 AM–10:30 AM

Season: Ongoing through the end of 2026

In partnership with the City of Raleigh Parks and Recreation Department

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You do not need to arrive knowing the rules or having played before. Bridge2Sports staff, volunteers, and City of Raleigh Parks and Recreation partners support each session with instruction, equipment, and guidance.

  • A welcoming, inclusive, social environment

  • Multiple adaptive sports to try

  • Access to adaptive equipment

  • Support from experienced staff and volunteers

  • Opportunities to build skills and meet people

  • Participation alongside friends and family

what to expect

Wheelchair basketball players competing on an indoor court, with a player in a white No. 5 jersey handling the ball.

What Do You Want to Try?

Equipment and activities may vary by session. Current activities may include:

  • Wheelchair Basketball

  • Sitting Volleyball

  • Boccia

  • Adaptive Cycling

  • Wheelchair Lacrosse

  • Wheelchair Rugby

Interested in something else? Tell us. We are always looking for ways to expand opportunities based on participant interest and available resources.

who can participate?

Open Gym welcomes individuals with physical disabilities and visual impairments of all ability levels. No prior experience is required. Friends, family members, and participants without disabilities are encouraged to join, too.

How to Attend

Before attending, participants should create a RecLink account through Raleigh Parks and Recreation. Once your account is set up, check in at the front desk when you arrive. No additional pre-registration is currently required for Open Gym sessions.

Questions?

Contact Bridge2Sports at admin@Bridge2Sports.org or (866) 880-2742.

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