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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Flag Football Season | 10/18 - 11/22
Pickleball Season | 11/7 - 12/19
Upcoming Sports:
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Open Gym Basketball | 12/4 - 12/18
Basketball Season | 1/7 - 2/18
RCBB Registrations
Kickball Game
with VCU's Developing Men of Color
*Registration open through October 21st, or until at capacity
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Join us for an inclusive Halloween kickball game hosted by VCU’s Developing Men of Color student organization! We're excited for our 6th kickball game with these awesome friends from VCU. Players and buddies are encouraged to wear a costume (that you can easily move in) and enjoy an afternoon of kickball with some new friends!
Friends of ALL abilities are always welcome to join!
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Location: Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School
(8250 Woodman Rd, Richmond, VA 23228)
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Date: Sunday, October 26th
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Time: 3-4:30pm
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Ages: 5-40
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Cost: $10​
​Partial and full financial assistance is always available
Pickleball Season
*Registration open through November 3rd, or until at capacity
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Join us for a fun and inclusive Pickleball Season 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: Cool Spring Baptist Church
(9283 Atlee Station Rd, Mechanicsville, VA 23116)
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Dates:
Fridays, November 7th - December 19th (6 weeks)
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Times:
5:00-5:55pm | ages 13-19
6:05-7:00pm | ages 20-40
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Ages: 13-40
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Cost: $50​
​Partial and full financial assistance is always available
Flag Football Season
*Registration open through October 14th, or until at capacity
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Get ready to kick off an exciting 6-week season of flag football! Each week we will work on skills and drills, and then play games! Beginners and experienced friends of ALL ages and abilities are welcome to join us on the field! Thank you so much to Coach Mike and the Collegiate Cub Football Team for volunteering and partnering with us for the 2nd year in a row!
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New and returning friends welcome
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Location: Collegiate School - Robin Campus
(400 Blair Rd, Richmond, VA 23238)
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Dates:
Saturdays, October 18th - November 22nd (6 weeks)
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Times:
9:30-10:30am | ages 5-16
10:45-11:45am | ages 17-40
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Ages: 5-40
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Cost: $50​
​Partial and full financial assistance is always available
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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Location: Laurel Park: Field 1
(10301 Hungary Spring Rd, Richmond, VA 23228)
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Dates:
Saturdays, September 6th - October 11th (6 weeks)
*There will be no session 9/27 due to inclement weather*
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Times:
9:30-10:30am | ages 5-16 FULL
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)
*Rain Date: October 19th*
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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
Individualized Sports Registrations
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
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, September 13th - November 8th
*There will be no session September 20th*
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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
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!
Fall 2025
Location:
The Faison Center (5311 Markel Rd, Richmond, VA 23230)
Dates:
Sundays, September 7th - November 16th (10 weeks) ​
Times:
3:00-4:00pm (ages 10-19)
4:15-5:15pm (ages 20-40) FULL!
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Cost:
$60
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Partial and full financial assistance always available
Matthew C. Scott, M.S.
Instructor, Dept. of Kinesiology and Health Sciences
Program Coordinator, Exercise Science Concentration
Virginia Commonwealth University
ACSM EP-C