Resources & Education

Shoes to accommodate braces

• See Kai Run Adaptive collection (children)
  • Also available at Zappos
• BILLY Footwear (children and adults)
  • Also available at Zappos
• Piedro Therapy shoes and boots (children)
• Friendly shoes (children and adults)
  • Also available at Amazon
• Zappos AFO-friendly shoes (lots of children’s styles, a few adult styles)
• Ikiki shoes (toddlers)

Adaptive shoes

• Nike EasyOn (children and adults)
• Zappos Adaptive (easy on/off sneakers and sandals for children and adults)
• New Balance alternate closure shoes (children)

• Target (infants and children)
• SpoonieThreads (tube care and port access clothing for infants, children, and adults)
• Special Kids Company (tube and port access clothing for children and adults)
• French Toast (adaptive school uniforms)
• JCPenny Adaptive (children)
• Tommy Hilfiger (children and adults)

Access to therapies, equipment, medical treatment and case management

Early Start (birth - 3 years): The Early Start (ES) program is California’s early intervention program for infants and toddlers with developmental delays or at risk for having a developmental disability and their families.

• Information packets: 
  • English
  • Spanish
• Contact information: 
  • Phone: 800-515-BABY
  • Email: [email protected]
• HOW TO APPLY:
  • Contact your Regional Center (Map)
  • Anyone can refer your child to a Regional Center, including you

Children 3-17 and Adults

To be eligible for services, a person must have a disability that begins before the individual’s 18th birthday that is expected to continue indefinitely and present a substantial disability. Qualifying conditions include intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism, and other disabling conditions.

• HOW TO APPLY:
  • Contact your Regional Center (Map)
  • Anyone can make a referral to a Regional Center, including you

The CCS program provides diagnostic and treatment services, medical case management, and physical and occupational therapy services to children under age 21 with CCS-eligible medical conditions. Examples of CCS-eligible conditions include, but are not limited to, chronic medical conditions such as cystic fibrosis, hemophilia, cerebral palsy, heart disease, cancer, traumatic injuries, and infectious diseases producing major sequelae.

Program overview

HOW TO APPLY:

1. Fill out the CCS application
   1. English
   2. Spanish
2. Submit to your county CCS office

PlayLA Adaptive Sports

Multiple Los Angeles locations

Free swimming, equestrian, volleyball, archery, tennis, JUDO, surfing, basketball, soccer, and skateboarding classes

Contact: [email protected]
Phone: (310) 202-2803
Website: PlayLA Adaptive Sports

Angel City Sports

Multiple Los Angeles locations

Free adaptive sports and recreation events for youth and adults: swimming, functional fitness, golf, track and field, air rifle, and more

Adaptive sports camps

Angel City Games: adaptive sports festival (Summer 2025)

Contact: [email protected]
Website: Angel City Sports

SoCal Adaptive Sports

Riverside County

Free and low-cost adaptive sports and recreation events for youth and adults: golf, bowling, hiking, archery, and many more

Adaptive sports after school programs

Contact: [email protected]
Website: SoCal Adaptive Sports

Playmakers

Long Beach

Adaptive baseball and basketball leagues, dance lessons

Contact: [email protected]
Phone: (562) 689-5939
Website: Playmakers

Isla Vista Community Services District

Santa Barbara

Accessible recreation and adaptive fitness, including cycling, golf, kayaking, yoga, and wheelchair sports

Contact: (805) 569-8999 x82101
Website: Isla Vista Community Services District

KEEN (Kids Enjoy Exercise Now)

Downtown Los Angeles

Free accessible physical activities and fun: basketball, swimming, dance, art, and more

Virtual library of physical activities to participate in at home

Contact: [email protected]
Phone: (213) 276-1777
Website: KEEN (Kids Enjoy Exercise Now)

Casa Colina Fitness After Therapy

Independent fitness programs (Pool and Land) – initial evaluation and development of an exercise program, followed by open access to the gym or pool during opening hours. Participants may work out independently or with the help of a family member/caregiver

• For those who are unable to use the equipment independently and do not have someone to assist them, rehabilitation aides are available for an additional fee

Location: Pomona, CA
Contact: (909) 596-7733, ext. 3500
Website: Casa Colina Fitness After Therapy

C.O.R.E (Center of Restorative Exercise)

Inclusive fitness facility with specialized equipment

Location: Northridge, CA
Contact: [email protected]
Phone: (818) 718-2673
Website: C.O.R.E (Center of Restorative Exercise)

AdaptFit

Inclusive group fitness classes and yoga

Location: Los Alamitos, CA
Contact: [email protected]
Phone: (562) 794-9330
Website: AdaptFit

Planet Fitness

Most locations now have adaptive exercise equipment, including hand cycles and adaptive ellipticals. We recommend calling your preferred location to confirm!

Website: Planet Fitness

ZOOZ Fitness

Personal training, group workouts, and virtual sessions for kids, teens, and adults

Vendored through North LA County and Westside Regional Centers

Location: Woodland Hills, CA and virtual
Contact: (818) 646-6914
Website: ZOOZ Fitness

CrossFit 1904

Adaptive strength and conditioning classes

Location: San Diego, CA
Contact: (619) 693-6784
Website: CrossFit 1904

The Adaptive Athlete

Group fitness, basketball, gymnastics, volleyball, dance

Location: Upland, CA
Contact: [email protected]
Phone: (909) 931-2764
Website: The Adaptive Athlete

W.O.W. Fitness and Wellness

Wheelchair fitness classes and personal trainers

Virtual classes available

Contact: [email protected]
Website: W.O.W. Fitness and Wellness

TOPSoccer CalSouth

A community-based recreational program specifically designed to help athletes with physical and mental disabilities participate in soccer

Main website: TOPSoccer CalSouth

Multiple Locations:

• Los Angeles County
  • La Mirada
• Riverside/San Bernadino Counties
  • Colton
  • Grand Terrace
  • Murrieta
• Orange County
  • Laguna Nigel
  • Orange
• Ventura County
• San Diego County
  • La Jolla
  • Del Mar Carmel Valley

A Walk on Water 

Free surf therapy events

We welcome Athletes of any disability or need to experience life-changing AWOW Surf Therapy

Location: Multiple locations in Southern California
Contact: [email protected]
Phone: (424) 334-1773
Website: A Walk on Water 

Mighty Under Dogs

A dedicated team of surfers who understand and share the healing powers of ocean therapy

Location: Malibu
Contact: [email protected]
Phone: (310) 579-5093
Website: Mighty Under Dogs

Life Rolls On

Free adaptive sport events: surfing, skating, and fishing

Location: Multiple locations in Southern California
For more information: fill out the contact form for the event you’re interested in or call (424) 272-1992
Website: Life Rolls On

THERAsurf

Free surf therapy events

Location: Multiple locations in Southern California
Contact: [email protected]
Website: THERAsurf

Waves4All

Free adaptive surfing sessions and adaptive sailing

Location: San Diego, CA
Contact: [email protected]
Phone: (858) 531-0442
Website: Waves4All