Washington University Bear Cubs

Running Club for Youth with Disabilities

Bear Cubs Running Team provides accessible athletic opportunities for families of children with special needs by providing free, weekly running programs led by volunteer varsity college student-athletes.
Contact us: www.sites.wustl.edu/bearcubsrunning
Call or Text 513-505-7396
Email at bearcubsrunning@gmail.com

Service Area: St. Charles County, St. Louis City, St. Louis County
Program Type: Recreation, Sports & Fitness
Ages Served: Youth
Season: Fall
Inclusive Specialized or Both: Specialized

Francis Field on the
Washington University Campus
6843-6891 Forsyth Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63105

We Rock the Spectrum Kid's Gym

Specialized Open Play Gym

We Rock the Spectrum Kids Gyms was founded to provide a place for children of all ability levels to play and grow together. As the only kids gym that offers an inclusive philosophy we have found all children can benefit from our uniquely designed sensory equipment that is specifically designed to aid children with sensory processing disorders. However, in our experience, all children are able to benefit greatly from this equipment and by allowing children of all ability levels to play together they are able to learn a great deal from each other and become the best motivation for success on every level.

Service Area: St. Charles County, St. Louis City, St. Louis County
Program Type: Recreation, Sports & Fitness
Ages Served: Pre-School, Teens, Youth
Season: Year Round
Inclusive Specialized or Both: Inclusive

Fenton, MO: 2075 Bentley Plaza Dr, Fenton, MO 63026, 636-529-8282
St. Ann, MO: 10513 St. Charles Rock Rd, St. Ann, MO 63074, 314-733-9787

Paraquad Health & Wellness Center

Health & Wellness Center

The Center, located at 5200 Berthold Ave. in St. Louis, is a unique venue with an expert staff of physical and occupational therapists where people with disabilities can exercise, receive assistance continuing their post-rehabilitation training and participate in recreational activities. Participants can utilize the Center for as long as they want and build a lifetime of health and wellness.

Service Area: St. Louis City, St. Louis County
Program Type: Agencies/Organizations, Sports & Fitness
Ages Served: Adults, Teens
Season: Year Round
Inclusive Specialized or Both: Specialized

5240 Oakland Avenue
St. Louis, Missouri 63110

Foss Swim School

Swimming Instruction for Youth

At Foss Swim School, we provide a safe, fun environment that nurtures your child’s comfort in and love of the water. Our unique class curriculums are built on the latest research and are customized for each stage of your swimmer’s development. Whether your kiddo is fearful of the water or loves to splash but needs water safety, we have the perfect class for them.

Little Fishes Swim School was acquired by Foss in 2023. 

Service Area: St. Charles County, St. Louis City, St. Louis County
Program Type: Sports & Fitness
Ages Served: Pre-School, Youth
Season: Year Round
Inclusive Specialized or Both: Inclusive

Locations:

Ballwin: 14880 Manchester Road, 63011, 636-317-3677
Creve Coeur: 12760 Olive Blvd, 63141, 314-949-7100
O’Fallon: 1680 Highway K, 63366, 636-542-8399
Rock Hill: 9550 Manchester Rd, 63119, 314-720-6500
St. Charles: 1916 Zumbehl Road, 63303, 636-204-5404

Super Swimmers Academy

Specialized Swimming Lessons

Your child with special needs is welcome at Super Swimmers Academy. We pride ourselves in seeing each child’s ABILITIES first. Skills, movements, strokes, communication techniques, and behavior strategies will be modified and adapted to meet your child’s needs. Super Swimmers Academy offers year-round swimming lessons in the St. Louis, MO area.

Service Area: St. Charles County, St. Louis City, St. Louis County
Program Type: Recreation, Sports & Fitness
Ages Served: All Ages
Season: Year Round
Inclusive Specialized or Both: Inclusive

1226 Port Diane
St. Louis, Missouri 63146

ShowMe Aquatics & Fitness

Aquatic Therapy, Swimming, and Fitness Training

ShowMe Aquatics & Fitness provides water based therapy and exercise programs at several facilities throughout the region.

Service Area: St. Charles County, St. Louis City, St. Louis County
Program Type: Agencies/Organizations, Sports & Fitness
Ages Served: All Ages
Season: Year Round
Inclusive Specialized or Both: Specialized

2085 Bluestone Drive
St. Charles, Missouri 63303

Ainsley's Angels

Endurance Racing for All Abilities

We assist individuals with significant physical and cognitive disabilities to participate in endurance events such as marathons, races, walks, and runs.   Through participation in endurance events, Ainsley’s Angels aims to build awareness about America’s special needs community through inclusion in all aspects of life, by promoting awareness, providing education, and participating as active members in local communities.

Service Area: Missouri-Wide
Program Type: Sports & Fitness
Ages Served: All Ages
Season: Year Round
Inclusive Specialized or Both: Specialized

Ainsley’s Angels of America
PO Box 6287, Virginia Beach, VA 23456