Upcoming Adaptive Events
Adaptive Climbing Meetup
The first Thursday of every month we work with CHD’s All In program to provide adaptive climbing for new and experienced climbers. If you are looking for a place to start or a group to regularly climb with, this meetup is a great way to get involved!
- First Thursday of every month
- Time: 4:30-6:30pm
- Registration is required
Climbing on the Spectrum
Climbing on the Spectrum was set up by Glastonbury SEPTO and CRG Glastonbury to provide an opportunity for individuals with special needs and their families to try rock climbing!
- Next date: TBD Fall 2026
- Time: 2-4pm
- Registration is required
Adaptive Climbing Clinic
Each spring, we team up with Gaylord Hospital’s Sports Association and Paradox Sports to host a two-day adaptive climbing clinic. The first day consists of an adaptive climbing training with Paradox Sports, and on the second day, we welcome adaptive climbers and volunteers to come climb, with assistance or without! Advanced registration is required for this clinic.
- Next date: TBD Spring 2027
For Your Reference
USA Climbing and the International Federation of Sport Climbing recognizes 4 categories of adaptive competitive climbers. See below to learn more!
Limb difference is not amputation and refers to those who have a congenital abnormality of a limb from birth. Sub categories- Upper and lower limbs.
Brain damage causing permanent or degrading neuromuscular damage. Examples include: Parkinson’s, Cerebral Palsy, Multiple Sclerosis, Traumatic Brain Injury.
Permanent damage to the Spinal Cord between Cervical and Lumbar segments. Usually wheelchair user.
Blind or severe impairment that is not helped with glasses.