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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Pickleball Season | 11/7 - 12/19
Open Gym Basketball | 12/4 - 12/18
Basketball Season | 1/7 - 2/18
RCBB Registrations
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
Open Gym Basketball
*Registration open through November 30th, or until at capacity
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Join us for fun, active basketball clinics designed for all skill levels! We’ll shoot around, work on fundamentals like dribbling and passing, and play classic games like HORSE and Around the World!
Whether you’re new to the game or a returning player, it’s a great chance to get out on the court and have a blast all before our basketball season starts in January! Basketball season registration is coming soon!
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New and returning friends welcome
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Location: Henrico Sports & Events Center
(1 All Star Boulevard, Glen Allen, VA 23059)
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Dates:
Thursday, December 4th
Thursday, December 11th
Thursday, December 18th
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Time: 6:30-7:30pm
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Ages: 5-40
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Cost: $10/day​
​Partial and full financial assistance is always available
Soccer Clinic
*Registration open through December 17th, or until at capacity
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We're teaming up with one of our long-time partner, Greenwood Elementary School's Principal Ryan Stein, along with his soccer team!
Principal Stein has been a dedicated supporter of Jacob's Chance for many years, and we're thrilled to have the opportunity to collaborate with him for a special event. In addition to being a wonderful principal, he also coaches a youth soccer team and they're generously hosting a soccer clinic for our participants!
This is a fun and active way to engage with the community, build skills, and enjoy the game with a great team!
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New and returning friends welcome
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Location: Greenwood Elementary
(10960 Greenwood Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23059)
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Date: Monday, December 22nd
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Time: 11:00-12:00pm
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Ages: 5-13
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Cost: $10​
​Partial and full financial assistance is always available
Basketball Season
*Registration open through December 17th, or until at capacity
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Get ready to kick off an exciting 7-week season of basketball! Each week we will work on skills and drills, and then play games! Beginners and experienced friends of ALL abilities are welcome!
Returning in 2026 is the Jacob's Chance competitive basketball time slot! Each week we will work on skills and drills, and 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!
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We ask that friends register for one time slot only.
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Non-competitive Leagues
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Location: St. Christopher's School - Lower Gymnasiums
(699 Pepper Avenue, Richmond, VA 23226)
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Dates: Saturdays, January 10th - February 21st (7 weeks)
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Times:
9:30-10:30am (ages 5-16)
10:45-11:45am (ages 17-40)​ FULL!
Stick around to cheer on our competitive league during their game time 12:00-1:00pm!
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Ages: 5-40
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Cost: $50​
​Partial and full financial assistance is always available
​Competitive League
Practices:​
Location: Flo and Tony Guzman Community Center at the Faison School
(5200 Fitzhugh Ave, Richmond, VA 23230)
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Dates: Wednesdays, January 7th - February 18th (7 weeks)
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Time: 5:30-6:30pm
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Games:​
Location: St. Christopher's School - Lower Gymnasiums
(699 Pepper Avenue, Richmond, VA 23226)
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Dates: Saturdays, January 10th - February 21st (7 weeks)
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Time: 12:00-1:00pm
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Ages: 17-40
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Cost: $75​
​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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Dates:
Thursdays, January 8th - February 26th (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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Dates:
Saturdays, January 10th - February 28th (8 weeks)
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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!
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 (10 weeks) ​
*There will be no session 3/8, 3/15, & 4/5
Times:
3:00-4:00pm (ages 10-19)
4:15-5:15pm (ages 20-40)
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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