Fitness and Exercise Archives - Spinal Cord Injury BC

Ability Toolkit-Canadian Disability Participation Project

Find out about activity guidelines for children with disabilities and activity modifications.

Accessible Playgrounds

Use this list to find out if there is an accessible playground near you.

Active Home: Home Strength Training Guides for People with Paraplegia and Tetraplegia

For those who are not able to go to a gym or prefer to work out at home, these guides provide practical suggestions based on research with people who have ...

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Adaptive Cycling and Handcycle Rentals in BC

Find out where to rent or buy a handcycle in BC.

All Bodies Dance

Find out about accessible dance classes and performances in Vancouver and online.

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Apple’s Accessibility Features

This Apple website provides information on Apple's accessibility features.

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Aquafit for All

Find out about Aqua Fit programs for everyone.

778-368-9959

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BC Therapeutic Riding Association

This website provides links and contact information for the different therapeutic riding associations in BC.

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BC Wheelchair Floorball Association

Find out about wheelchair floorball.

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Bike-On

This online store has a variety of handcycles for sale, as well as wheelchairs, trainers and other equipment used by people with spinal cord injuries.

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Caledonia Nordic Otway Para Nordic Skiing

Check out the new sit skis and learn to cross country ski.

250-564-3809

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Campbell River Accessible Swimming Pool

This Cambell River recreation complex has enhanced accessibility features in its swimming pool.

250-830-6777

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Canadian Adaptive Climbing Society

Find out more about adaptive rock climbing.

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Chilliwack Accessible Swimming Pools

Two swimming pools in Chilliwack have enhanced accessibility feaures.

604-793-7946

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Choose to Move

Find out about active recreation for older adults.

604 875-4111 ext. 21787

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Comox Valley Aquatic Centre Accessible Pool and Gym

This recreation complex has enhanced accessibility features in its swimming pools and gym.

250-334-2527

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EverybodyMoves Hub

EverybodyMoves Hub is a database of resources to help make physical activity more welcoming and inclusive for those who face barriers to participation.

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Evolution Home Gym

The Evolution was created to make exercise accessible, and inclusive, regardless of experience, skill, and ability.

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Far Out Recreation Society

Programs include guided hikes with a TrailRider, TrailRider rentals, kayaking programs, double kayak rentals, adapted fitness, and much more.

250-802-2221

Fort Nelson Northern Rockies Accessible Pool

The Northern Rockies swimming pool has some great accessibility features.

250-774-2541

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Handcycle Facebook Group

The purpose of the group is to share and exchange anything related to handcycling, whether it be racing, recreational, off-road, etc. in BC. This is a great place to discuss ...

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KISU Swim Club in Penticton provides competitive swimmers of all abilities with high-quality programs and outstanding coaching in a fun, supportive team environment. These athletes achieve both personal and performance ...

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List of Public and At Home Exercise Resources in BC

This document contains a listing of exercise videos, sports programs, and additional resources that are focused on providing inclusive activities for the disabled community.

LIVE WELL Exercise Clinic

Find out about tailored exercise programs.

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MiGo for Wheelchair Users

Find out about this specially-designed movement tracker for wheelchair users.

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North Vancouver Accessible Swimming Pools and Gyms

Many North Vancouver facilities have various accessibility features.

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Northern Adapted Sports Association

Northern Adapted Sports Association (NASA) was formed to help fill a gap in the community by serving as a hub for communicating adapted sport opportunities available and to help facilitate ...

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Oak Bay Rec Centre Accessibility

Oak Bay recreation centre has enhanced accessibility features.

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Pacific Institute for Sport Excellence (PISE)

Learn about programs that provide exercise for people with mobility issues.

250 220-2500

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PARC (Physical Activity Research Centre) ICORD

The PARC offers a wide variety of exercise equipment and ensures wheelchair accessibility.

604-675-8814

Penticton Accessible Swimming Pool and Gym

Penticton swimming pool and gym have a wide range of accessible features. See the website for details.

250-490-2400

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Power Soccer

Power soccer is suitable for anyone who can manoeuvre a power chair.

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ProACTIVE SCI Toolkit

The ProACTIVE SCI Toolkit is designed to help physiotherapists work with their clients with SCI to be physically active outside of the clinic.

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Quad Life 101

Learn from watching videos created by a local peer with a C5/6 spinal cord injury, who showcases everyday activities and recreation activities to show what is possible after injury.

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Rehabilitation Engineering Design – equipment for exercise and daily living

BCIT's engineering department has a multi-faceted research team developing innovative solutions that improve and expand activities of daily living and community participation for people with disabilities.

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Richmond Oval

Find out about programs and facilities at the Richmond Oval.

778-296-1400

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Rocky Mountain Adaptive Sports Centre

This non profit group provides individuals with physical, intellectual, cognitive or developmental impairments, the chance to access all sport and recreational activities in the Canadian Rockies.

403-431-1354

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