Fitness & Athletics
Athletics
River City Buddy Ball
River City Buddy Ball (RCBB) provides full season athletics in an inclusive setting where participants with intellectual, developmental, physical, and/or complex disabilities are able to play alongside volunteers, or as we call them, “buddies.” Because our sports are non-competitive and supportive of unique abilities, our athletes are able to gain confidence, learn new skills, and form lasting friendships.​​
Individualized Sports
Jacob's Chance offers adaptive classes and clinics designed for individuals of all ages with intellectual, developmental, physical, and/or complex disabilities. Through these programs, we provide an inclusive and supportive environment where participants can learn new skills, build confidence, and form lasting friendships all while staying active. While we do provide volunteers to assist during clinics, one-to-one buddy support for each participant is not guaranteed as part of these programs.
With a focus on adapting the sport to the athlete, anyone can play. We encourage parents who are unsure if their child can participate, to bring them out!
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If you're interested in being placed on a waitlist for a program that's full, feel free to contact us at programs@jacobschance.org to be placed on the list!
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Current Sports:​
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Taekwondo (K-TOP) | 7/12 - 8/23
Soccer Season | 7/19 - 8/23
Archery Clinics | 7/29 & 8/19
Bowling Clinics | 8/5 - 8/26
Baseball Season | 9/6 - 10/11
Tennis Season | 9/7 - 10/12
Taekwondo (Taekwon Park) | 9/4-10/23
Taekwondo (K-TOP) | 9/6-10/25
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Upcoming Sports:
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Flag Football Season | 10/18 - 11/22
RCBB Registrations
Baseball Season
*Registration open through September 2nd, or until at capacity
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Join us for our 6-week season of our founding sport where the fun began all those years ago - baseball! Beginners and experienced friends of ALL ages and abilities are welcome to join us on the ballfield!
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New and returning friends welcome
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Locations:
9/6: RF&P Park:Field 5 (3400 Mountain Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060)
9/13: RF&P Park: Field 5 (3400 Mountain Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060)
9/20: Laurel Park: Field 1 (10301 Hungary Spring Rd, Richmond, VA 23228)
9/27: RF&P Park: Field 5 (3400 Mountain Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060)
10/4: Laurel Park: Field 1 (10301 Hungary Spring Rd, Richmond, VA 23228)
10/11: RF&P Park: Field 5 (3400 Mountain Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060)
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Dates:
Saturdays, September 6th - October 11th (6 weeks)
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Times:
9:30-10:30am | ages 5-16
10:45-11:45am | ages 17-40 FULL!
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Ages: 5-40
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Cost: $50​
​Partial and full financial assistance is always available
Tennis Season
*Registration open through September 3rd, or until at capacity
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Get ready to kick off an exciting 6-week season of tennis! Each week we will work on skills and drills, and then play games! We will be offering a session for younger participants (ages 5-16) and young adults (17-40).
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New and returning friends welcome
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Location: Belmont Recreation Center, courts 1,2,3,8
(1600 Hilliard Rd, Richmond, VA 23228)
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Dates:
Sundays, September 7th - October 12th (6 weeks)
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Times:
4:30-5:25pm | ages 5-16
5:35-6:30pm | ages 17-40
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Ages: 5-40
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Cost: $50​
​Partial and full financial assistance is always available
Soccer Season
*Registration open through July 16th, or until at capacity
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Get ready to kick off an exciting 6-week season of indoor soccer! Each week we will work on skills and drills, and then play games! Beginners and experienced friends of ALL abilities are welcome!
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New and returning friends welcome
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Location: XL Sports World Richmond: Field 2
(2300 Oak Lake Blvd, Midlothian, VA 23112)
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Dates:
Saturdays, July 19th - August 23rd (6 weeks)
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Times:
2-2:55pm | ages 5-16
3:05-4pm | ages 17-40
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Ages: 5-40
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Cost: $45​
​Partial and full financial assistance is always available
Individualized Sports Registrations
Taekwondo
With K-TOP Martial Arts
*Registration open through September 2nd, or until at capacity
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Join your peers in an adaptive Taekwondo program through Jacob's Chance! Participants of all ages and abilities welcome to join. This private class will be exclusive to those signed up through Jacob's Chance. Through these classes, participants will build skills in confidence, self-discipline, focus, respect, safety, and leadership while staying active and gaining strength.
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New and returning friends welcome
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Location: K-TOP Martial Arts
(9050 Staples Mill Rd, Henrico, VA 23228)
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Dates:
Saturdays, July 12th - September 6th (7 weeks) - CURRENT SESSION
Saturdays, September 13th - October 25th - OPEN FOR REGISTRATION
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Times:
10-10:30am | beginner/intermediate class
10:35-11:05am | advanced class
11:10-11:40am | beginner/intermediate class
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Ages: 5-40
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Cost: $165 - There will be an additional $20 fee given to Master Ko for each additional belt earned as your participant progresses (typically at the end of each 8 week session)​​
​Partial and full financial assistance is always available
Taekwondo - NEW
With Taekwon Park
*Registration open through August 31st, or until at capacity
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Our Taekwondo program has been so popular that we're excited to offer a week-day adaptive taekwondo class in Midlothian through TaekwonPark! Join us for our first session with the awesome Master Park! Participants of all ages and abilities welcome to join. This private class will be exclusive to those signed up through Jacob's Chance. Through these classes, participants will build skills in confidence, self-discipline, focus, respect, safety, and leadership while staying active and gaining strength.
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New and returning friends welcome
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Location: Taekwon Park Martial Arts
(13987 Raised Antler Cir, Midlothian, VA 23112)
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Dates:
Thursdays, September 11th - October 30th
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Time:
4:20-4:50pm
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Ages: 5-40
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Cost: $165 - There will be an additional $20 fee given to Master Park for each additional belt earned as your participant progresses (typically at the end of each 8 week session)​​
​Partial and full financial assistance is always available
Pickleball Clinics
*Registration open through August 3rd, or until at capacity
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Join us for a fun and inclusive Pickleball Clinic in partnership with the ASCV! This adaptive program is perfect for teens and adults of all abilities who want to learn and enjoy the exciting game of pickleball in a supportive environment.
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No prior experience is needed, our coaches will guide participants through the basics, including paddle skills, movement, and gameplay. Whether you're a beginner or looking to improve, come join us for active fun, social connection, and skill-building!
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Location: First Baptist Church
(2709 Monument Ave, Richmond, VA 23220)
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Dates: Thursdays - 8/7, 8/14, 8/21
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Time: 5:30pm-6:30pm​
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Ages: 16-40
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Cost: $10/day​
​Partial and full financial assistance is always available
Archery Clinics
With Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR)
*Registration open through July 20th, or until at capacity
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Join us for an archery clinic led by the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR)! Beginners and experienced friends are welcome to try your hand at this classic sport!​
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Location: DWR Warehouse
(7870 Villa Park Dr #400, Richmond, VA 23228)
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Dates:
Tuesday, July 29th
Tuesday, August 19th
We ask families to only register for one date to allow other participants the opportunity to do archery with us.
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Time:
1-3pm
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Ages: 13-40
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Cost: $15​
​Partial and full financial assistance is always available
Bowling Clinics
*Registration open through July 31st, or until at capacity
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Join us for an exciting 4 weeks of bowling at Bowl America Short Pump! Join your friends each Tuesday for 2 hours of strikes, spares, and good times. Sign up for one day, or join us for all four. Beginners and experienced friends of ALL abilities are welcome!
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New and returning friends welcome
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Location: Bowl America Short Pump
(4400 Pouncey Tract Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060)
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Dates: Tuesdays - 8/5, 8/12, 8/19, & 8/26
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Time: 4:30-6:30pm
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Ages: 5-40
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Cost: $16/day​
​Partial and full financial assistance is always available
Inclusive Fitness and Health (I.F.H.) is a Program created in 2018 by Jacob's Chance and the VCU Kinesiology and Health Science (KHS) Department's current instructor and Exercise Physiologist, Matthew Scott. Matthew Scott and the KHS department are working in conjunction with Jacobs Chance, meaning the two organizations are working together to create the best possible experience for any member! IFH is designed to generate fun fitness programs that are individualized to each member needs! On top of trying to improve fitness levels and have a fun social environment, the program also seeks to educate the importance of living a health lifestyle. This will be done within the program for each member, but will also be available for families/caretakers/friends/etc. through a series of health talks! This program will follow the successful "buddy" model that Jacob's Chance implements in all of their programs. Volunteers will be made up of current VCU KHS students who are studying how to properly implement fitness and health programs for various populations.
Come and join the fun!
Inclusive Fitness & Health
Details
Jacob's Chance Fitness promotes overall wellness through sports, health and fitness education, and social interaction for individuals with intellectual and physical challenges. Our fitness program is designed for youth and young adults 10-40 years old.
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Check out this article written by a student journalist at VCU to get the inside scoop on this program and our partnership with VCU!
Matthew C. Scott, M.S.
Instructor, Dept. of Kinesiology and Health Sciences
Program Coordinator, Exercise Science Concentration
Virginia Commonwealth University
ACSM EP-C