Physical Activity

There are many ways to stay physically active including walking, strength training, biking, exercising, and fitness and recreation programs. When engaging in physical activity it's also important to stay safe and to be careful during hot weather, to hydrate as needed, and to exercise caution when walking or biking on roadways.

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Fitness

Programs and services that provide opportunities for physical activity.

Get Fit Class and Senior Fitness

Dinwiddie County Parks & Recreation

7301 Boydton Plank Road, North Dinwiddie, VA 23803

See map: Google Maps

Main: (804) 732-1100
Fax: (804) 732-9921
Health and Wellness, Personal Growth for Persons with Disabilities

disAbility Resource Center

409 Progress Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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Main: (540) 373-2559
Fax: (540) 373-8126
Toll-Free: (800) 648-6324
Fitness Center, South Run RECenter

Fairfax County Park Authority

7550 Reservation Drive, Springfield, VA 22153

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Main: (703) 866-0566
Fitness Center, Spring Hill RECenter

Fairfax County Park Authority

1239 Spring Hill Road, McLean, VA 22102

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Main: (703) 827-0989
Fax: (703) 734-2489
Providence RECenter

Fairfax County Park Authority

7525 Marc Drive, Falls Church, VA 22042

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Main: (703) 698-1351
Fax: (703) 653-7007
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Therapeutic Recreation

Programs that provide opportunities to enjoy recreational activities and sports in an adaptive environment.

Therapeutic Recreation

Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation Department

6801 Mimms Loop, Chesterfield, VA 23832

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Main: (804) 748-1623
Fax: (804) 751-4131
Accessible Golf Courses

Fairfax County Park Authority

12055 Government Center Parkway, Suite 425, Fairfax, VA 22035

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Main: (703) 324-8678
Power Wheelchair Soccer

Sportable, Richmond Adaptive Sports

1365 Overbrook Road, Suite 2, Richmond, VA 23220

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Main: (804) 340-2991
Fax: (804) 340-2955
Adaptive Sports, People with Disabilities

Sportable, Richmond Adaptive Sports

1365 Overbrook Road, Suite #2, Richmond, VA 23220

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Main: (804) 340-2991
Fax: (804) 340-2955
Adaptive Sports, Kayaking

Sportable, Richmond Adaptive Sports

1365 Overbrook Road, Room #2, Richmond, VA 23220

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Main: (804) 340-2991
Fax: (804) 340-2955
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Aquatics

Water aerobics, water therapies and other swimming pool programs.

Swimming, Adaptive Sport

Sportable, Richmond Adaptive Sports

1365 Overbrook Road, Room #2, Richmond, VA 23220

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Main: (804) 340-2991
Fax: (804) 340-2955
Water Exercise

Abingdon Parks and Recreation

300 Stanley St, Abingdon, VA 24210

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Main: (276) 623-5279
Fax: (276) 623-1345
Swimming and Aquatic Therapy

Arlington County Department of Parks and Recreation

2100 Clarendon Boulevard, Suite 414, Arlington, VA 22201

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Main: (703) 228-4710
Aquatics and Water Exercise

Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA

312 West Bute Street, Norfolk, VA 23508

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Main: (757) 547-9622
Fax: (757) 547-3662
Water Aerobics

Charles City County Department of Parks and Recreation

8320 Ruthville Road, Ruthville, VA 23147

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Main: (804) 652-1604
Fax: (804) 829-5400
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Statewide and Nationwide

Therapeutic Recreation

Programs that provide opportunities to enjoy recreational activities and sports in an adaptive environment.

Recreational Therapy

Sheltering Arms Institute (SAI)

2000 Wilkes Ridge Drive, Richmond, VA 23233

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Main: (804) 877-4000
Fax: (804) 877-4003
Adaptive Sports

Adaptive Action Sports

Contact By Email,

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Main: (760) 846-1076
Sport Activities for People with Physical and Cognitive Disabilities

Adaptive Sports Association

125 East 32nd Street, Durango, CO 81301

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Main: (970) 259-0374
Fax: (970) 259-2175
REACHcycles, Amtrykes

AMBUCS

2536 Falkirk Drive, Richmond, VA 23236

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Main: (540) 597-3186
Toll-Free: (800) 838-1845
Adaptive Canoeing and Paddling Program

American Canoe Association

503 Sophia Street, Suite 100, Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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Main: (540) 907-4460
Fax: (888) 229-3792
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Fitness

Programs and services that provide opportunities for physical activity.

Fitness

Ageless Grace

Unpublished, Chesterfield, VA 23838

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Exercise Database and Library

American Council on Exercise

4851 Paramount Drive, San Diego, CA 92123

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Main: (858) 279-8227
Fax: (858) 279-8064
Toll-Free: (888) 825-3636
Go Red For Women

American Heart Association

7272 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, TX 75231

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Main: (800) 242-8721
Toll-Free: (800) 242-8721
MapMyWalk App

MapMyWalk

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New River Trail and Parks

Pulaski Town Parks and Facilities Department

42 First Street NW, Pulaski, VA 24301

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Main: (540) 994-8624
Toll-Free: (800) 933-7275
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Articles

Adaptive Sports: Staying Active While Living With A Disability

Staying active while living with a disability can help you strengthen your heart, build strong muscles and bones, and improve coordination.
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Autism and Considerations in Recreation and Physical Activity Settings

Key areas to address and be aware of when individuals with autism are involved in physical activity or recreation programs.
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Disability, Physical Activity, and Mental Health

Physical activity and exercise provide benefits for your overall health. Some of the benefits include relieving stress, decreasing anxiety and depression, and improving memory as well as supporting better sleep.
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Discover Accessible Fitness

This booklet from National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability (NCHPAD) provides guidance for wheelchair user's so they can safely and effectively use fitness center equipment.
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Exercise Guidelines for People with Disabilities

Exercise is for EVERY body. Exercise is a key factor in maintaining and improving overall health.
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How to Avoid Dehydration and Heatstroke

Heat waves are dangerous to everyone, but they pose an even greater risk to older adults.
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How to Create a Specific Exercise Program for Athletes with Disabilities

The National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability(NCHPAD) provides guidance on how to develop an exercise program for athletes with disabilities.
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How to Stay Physically Active [Aging Well with a Physical Disability Factsheet Series]

Regular exercise is essential to maintaining a healthy lifestyle and is recommended for everyone, including older adults with a disability.
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Making Fitness Accessible for Everyone

Explore accessible fitness programs across Virginia!
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Stay Active with a Disability: Quick Tips

Regular physical activity is good for everyone's health, including people with disabilities.
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Books & Guides

Get the Facts! National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability

Get the Facts from the National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability (NCHPAD) is a physical activity and health guide with valuable information on fitness and nutrition.

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