Adaptive Programs for individuals with cognitive and physical disabilities.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga offers a variety of adaptive programs for individuals of all ages. From Adaptive group exercise classes, to swim lessons, sports clinics, Miracle League Baseball and more, the YMCA believes fitness and fun are for everyone.

 

Adaptive Sports:

Miracle League Baseball

Miracle League Baseball

Miracle League provides those with disabilities the opportunity to play the game of baseball, the thrill of competition and the excitement of teamwork. It's a place where participants, volunteers and spectators can experience the joy and fulfillment of watching the athletes hit home runs and smile as they round the bases.

Soccer Clinics

Adaptive Soccer Clinics

Fall 2026: Aug. 15 - Sept. 12

Saturdays  |  9 - 11 am

Open to all ages

Location: Warner Park Multipurpose Field

$15 for Y members  |  $20 for non-members (assistance offered)

Group Classes:

Downtown YMCA

Bodies in Motion

Bodies in Motion

Tue & Thur  |  3 - 4 pm

Designed for individuals age 18+ with physical and cognitive disabilities.

North River YMCA

Outdoor Adaptive Bootcamp

Outdoor Adaptive Bootcamp

Fri |  4 - 5 pm

Outdoor Adaptive Bootcamp is a high-energy group exercise class that is specifically designed for adults with physical or cognitive disabilities. This class incorporates a variety of adapted exercises to meet each person's individual abilities, ensuring an inclusive and supportive environment for everyone.

Hamilton YMCA

Minds in Motion

Minds in Motion

Tue & Thur  |  3 - 4 pm

Designed for individuals age 18+ with cognitive disabilities.

Swim Lessons:

 

Downtown YMCA

Adaptive Swim Lessons Downtown

Adaptive swim lessons are taught by our YMCA swim instructors who have comprehensive adaptive swim program training.

Lessons help with increased flexibility, balance, range of motion, muscle, confidence in the water, social skills and more.

Hamilton YMCA

Adaptive Swim

Adaptive swim lessons are taught by our YMCA swim instructors who have comprehensive adaptive swim program training from Angelfish.

Lessons will have an emphasis on increased flexibility, balance, range of motion, muscle tone and general social skills.

North River YMCA

Adaptive Swim Lessons

Adaptive swim lessons are taught by our YMCA swim instructors who have comprehensive adaptive swim program training from Angelfish.

Lessons will have an emphasis on increased flexibility, balance, range of motion, muscle tone and general social skills.

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Our Mission: to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. 

At the YMCA, we believe in working together to achieve an environment that is welcoming for all individuals regardless of age, religion, ability, gender or socioeconomic status. To achieve our mission of empowering all people, the Y is committed to providing a space that embodies our values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.