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GMCF adaptive programs create inclusive opportunities for people of all abilities to experience the strength, joy, and belonging that movement and community at GMCF can bring. GMCF’s adaptive programs help to reduce barriers to participation and make fitness opportunities accessible and welcoming for everyone. We are committed to expanding opportunities for people of all abilities to move grow and thrive together.
ADAPTIVE PROGRAMS
Adaptive Pickleball Series
In these ongoing series, GMCF coaches and volunteers create a fun, supportive environment with instruction and gameplay designed specifically to make the game accessible to people with disabilities. Adaptive Pickleball sessions are offered throughout the duration of the indoor Pickleball season, and we encourage players to join for all or part of the 6-week sessions!
Adaptive Pickleball may be right for you if:
- You want to join a fun, social, inclusive community where gameplay and balls are modified so players of all unique abilities can play together.
- You have a physical disability, including sport wheelchair users, individuals with Parkinson’s Disease, or anyone managing challenges of balance, stamina, and mobility.
- You want to improve fitness and well-being while having fun and forgetting that you’re exercising!
Schedule: Wednesdays 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM, 6-week sessions (ongoing)
Cost: $97 Member, $157 Non-Member for six 90-minute classes
Prorated pricing is available if you’d like to attend mid-session.
Adaptive Swim Lessons
GMCF is proud to partner with Green Mountain Adaptive Sports in offering swim lessons to Vermont youth and adults with disabilities. This program focuses on providing acclimation to the aquatic environment, stroke work, and competition swimming.
Swimmers with adaptive needs can apply for scholarships to cover 5 adaptive lessons at reduced/zero cost. Click below for more information and to apply.
Pushback at Parkinson’s Disease™
PushBack at Parkinson’s Disease™ is a community-supported, intensity-driven group exercise program designed specifically for people living with Parkinson’s disease. PushBack™ uses a team approach to exercise to create a supportive and motivating environment. PushBack™ sessions focus on strength, agility and flexibility, as well as emotional and psychological aspects of Parkinson’s Disease.
PushBack Against Parkinson’s Disease™ programming is supported by the Frederick C. Binter Center for Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders at the University of Vermont Medical Center.
In order to participate, players will need a Passport from a PushBack™-trained Physical Therapist. For more information please click below.
Adaptive Events & News
PushBack at Parkinson's Disease™ at GMCF
PushBack at Parkinson’s Disease™ is a community-supported, intensity-driven group exercise program designed specifically for people living with Parkinson’s disease. PushBack™ uses a team approach to exercise to create a supportive and motivating environment. PushBack™ sessions focus on strength, agility and flexibility, as well as emotional and psychological aspects of Parkinson’s Disease. PushBack Against Parkinson’s Disease™…
Adaptive Pickleball 6-Week Successive Series
In these ongoing series, GMCF coaches and volunteers create a fun, supportive environment with instruction and gameplay designed specifically to make the game accessible to people with disabilities. Adaptive Pickleball sessions are offered throughout the duration of the indoor Pickleball season, and we encourage players to join for all or part of the 6-week sessions!…
New Aquatic Personal Training with Amanda!
GMCF Aqua Aerobics instructor Amanda Banta is now offering personal training in the water! With over three years of experience leading aqua fitness classes and a new Aquatic Fitness Professional certification through the Aquatics Exercise Association, Amanda is excited to help participants build strength, mobility, confidence, and overall health. This training is perfect for individuals…