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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Bowling | 3/3 - 3/31
Mile Makers (Run/walk club) | 3/9 - 4/13
Taekwondo (Taekwon Park) | 3/19 - 5/7
Taekwondo (K-TOP) | 3/21 - 5/9
Pickleball Season | 4/16 - 5/21
Kickball Clinic with DMC | 4/19
Upcoming Sports:
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Pass the Hat Baseball Clinic | 4/25
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RCBB Registrations
Bowling Season
*Registration open through February 25th, or until at capacity
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Join us for an exciting 5 weeks of bowling at Bowl America Short Pump! Join your friends each Tuesday for 2 hours of strikes, spares, and good times. Beginners and experienced friends of ALL abilities are welcome!
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Location: Bowl America Short Pump
(4400 Pouncey Tract Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060)
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Dates: Tuesdays, March 3rd - March 31st (5 weeks)​​​
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Time: 6:00-8:00pm
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Ages: 5-40
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Cost: $80​
​Partial and full financial assistance is always available
Lacrosse Clinic
with Randolph-Macon Women's Lacrosse Team
Registration open through March 29th, or until at capacity
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Join us for an Adaptive Lacrosse Clinic led by the Randolph-Macon Women's Lacrosse Team on their turf during Spring Break 2026! The clinic will begin with a welcome and warm-up followed by four skill stations where participants will practice passing and catching, shooting in the goal, picking up ground balls, and playing a fun mini game! Adaptations will be available to support participants, including goalie sticks with larger pockets for easier catching, taped visual guides on sticks to show hand placement, and larger goals for shooting the ball. Goggles will also be available if needed. Women's lacrosse players will serve as 1:1 buddies and coaches at each station to best support participants throughout the clinic.
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Location: Randolph-Macon College - Duke Hall
(319 N Center St. Ashland, VA 23005)
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Date: Thursday, April 2nd​​​
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Time: 10:30-11:30am
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Ages: 5-40
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Cost: $15​
​Partial and full financial assistance is always available
Soccer Season
*Registration open through March 24th, or until at capacity
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Non-Competitive League
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Get ready to kick off an exciting 6-week season of soccer! Each week we will work on skills and drills, and then play games! Beginners and experienced friends of ALL abilities are welcome!
We ask that friends register for one time slot only.
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Location: Twin Hickory Park - Multipurpose field
(5011 Twin Hickory Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23059)
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Dates: Saturdays, April 4th - May 16th (6 weeks)​​​
*There will be no session 4/25
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Time Slots:
9:30am-10:30am (ages 5-16)
10:45am-11:45am (ages 17-40)
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Ages: 5-40
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Cost: $60​
​Partial and full financial assistance is always available
Competitive League​​
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NEW in 2026 is the Jacob's Chance competitive soccer time slot!
Each week we will work on skills and drills, then play games! Friends in this time slot can expect a faster-paced game than our typical non-competitive sports, including score keepers and stricter game play. The competitive league will also have weeknight practices! One-to-one buddy support for each participant is not provided as part of this program.
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We ask that friends register for one time slot only.
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Practices:​​
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Location: Springfield Park
(4600 Springfield Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060)
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Dates: Wednesdays, April 1st - May 13th (6 weeks)​​​
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Time: 6:00-7:00pm
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Games:​​
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Location: Twin Hickory Park - Multipurpose field
(5011 Twin Hickory Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23059)
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Dates: Saturdays, April 4th - May 16th (6 weeks)​​​
*There will be no session 4/25
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Time Slot: 6:00-7:00pm
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Ages: 17-40
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Cost: $90​
​Partial and full financial assistance is always available
Pickleball Season
With ASCV
Registration open through April 9th, 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.
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, April 16th - May 21st (6 weeks)​​​
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Times:
5:00-5:55pm (ages 13-19)
6:05-7:00pm (ages 20-40) FULL!
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Ages: 13-40
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Cost: $50​
​Partial and full financial assistance is always available
Spring Kickball Clinic
With DMC
Registration open through April 14th, or until at capacity
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Join us for an inclusive kickball game hosted by VCU’s Developing Men of Color student organization! We're excited for our 7th kickball game with these awesome friends from VCU. Players and buddies are encouraged to wear their favorite superhero costume or t-shirt and enjoy an afternoon of kickball with some new friends!
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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, April 19th​​​
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Time: 3:00-4:30pm
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Ages: 5-40
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Cost: $10​
​Partial and full financial assistance is always available
Individualized Sports Registrations
Taekwondo
With Taekwon Park
*Registration open through January 4th, 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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Current Session: Thursdays, January 8th - February 26th (8 weeks)
Upcoming Session: Thursdays, March 19th - May 7th (8 weeks)
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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 January 6th, 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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Current Session: Saturdays, January 10th - February 28th (8 weeks)
Upcoming Session: Saturdays, March 21st - May 7th (8 weeks)
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Times:
10:00-10:30am | 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
Mile Makers
with Sports Backers
NEW!
*Registration open through March 3rd, or until at capacity
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Get moving, make friends, and explore Richmond’s beautiful parks with us! This brand NEW 6-week program in partnership with Sports Backers invites participants ages 17-40 to run, jog, roll, or walk while building confidence, strength, and community. Each week, led by a coach from Sports Backers, brings a new park and new adventures—all leading up to a 1-mile celebration event on April 13th where we will cheer each other across the finish line! We will visit locations such as Deep Run Park, Three Lakes Park, Rockwood Park, and more! We will have a back-up indoor studio location in case of inclement weather.
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Locations:
3/9: Deep Run Park
3/16: Huguenot Park
3/23: Bryan Park
3/30: Rockwood Park
4/6: Three Lakes Park
4/13: Byrd park - VITA Trail
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*Locations are subject to change*
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*Backup locations due to inclement weather will be in an indoor studio*"
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Dates: Mondays, March 9th - April 13th (6 weeks)​​
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Time: 5:30-6:30pm
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Ages: 17-40
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Cost: $60​
​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!
Winter 2025
Location:
St. Christopher's lower school gymnasium
(699 Pepper Avenue, Richmond, VA 23226)
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Dates:
Sundays, February 1st - April 19th (9 weeks) ​
*There will be no session 3/8, 3/15, & 4/5
Times:
3:00-4:00pm (ages 10-19) FULL!
4:15-5:15pm (ages 20-40) FULL!
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Cost:
$60​
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