SPENSA
Special Needs Soccer Association
The Special Needs Soccer Association, SPENSA, is a Not-for-Profit, St. Louis-based soccer program for young people with disabilities. This program is open to any boy or girl with a disability, ages 5-21. It is designed to bring the excitement and fun of playing soccer to players who traditionally have not had a place in the youth soccer system. Games are normally played at the World Wide Technology Soccer Park. The park is located at I-270 and Highway 44. SPENSA is free of charge.
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
Circus Harmony
Movement & Gymnastics
Circus Harmony teaches the art of life through circus education. We work to build character and expand community for youth of all ages, cultures, abilities and backgrounds. Through the teaching and performing of circus arts, we help people defy gravity, soar with confidence, and leap over social barriers, all at the same time.
Service Area:
St. Louis City, St. Louis County
Program Type:
Performing Arts, Recreation
Ages Served:
All Ages
Season:
Year Round
Inclusive Specialized or Both:
Inclusive
St. Louis Spirit Gymnastics Club
Movement & Gymnastics
Our mission is embodied in the words ‘We Nurture Health Esteem,’ a holistic approach that fosters physical, social and emotional development in young athletes. Whether your child’s gymnastics path is competitive or recreational, they’ll be a welcome part of the Spirits family. We’re located in Sunset Hills and serve young athletes in and around the St. Louis South County area.
Service Area:
St. Louis City, St. Louis County
Program Type:
Recreation, Sports & Fitness
Ages Served:
Youth
Season:
Year Round
Inclusive Specialized or Both:
Inclusive
Team Central Gymnastics Academy
Movement & Gymnastics
A modified movement and gymnastics program for children with intellectual & developmental disabilities. The program helps develop flexibility, coordination, strength and self-confidence.
Service Area:
St. Charles County, St. Louis City, St. Louis County
Program Type:
Martial Arts, Gymnastics
Ages Served:
Youth
Season:
Year Round
Inclusive Specialized or Both:
Specialized
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 [email protected]
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
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
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
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
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
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
