Discovering inclusive sports and recreation opportunities is a powerful step toward an active and connected life. This comprehensive guide serves as Manitoba’s central directory for adaptive sports and parasports. It connects individuals and families in Winnipeg, Brandon, and across the province to programs, organizations, and resources. Are you looking for competitive wheelchair sports? Do you want introductory youth activities? Are you seeking accessible recreation? This guide is here to help. It is designed to assist all Manitobans. It helps people of all abilities find their place in the community.
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Multi-Sport Hubs & Directories | Wheelchair Sports | Blind & Visually Impaired Sports | Adaptive & Parasports | Programs for Children & Youth | Inclusive Recreation & Activities | Key Resources & Support
Multi-Sport Hubs & Directories
Central organizations and directories to help you find programs across Manitoba.
Accessible Sport Connection Manitoba (ASC Manitoba)
The central hub and resource for accessible sport and recreation in Manitoba. They provide program information, host free community events, and maintain a comprehensive directory. Their vision is a unified space where Manitobans of all abilities have equal access.
Website: Accessible Sport Connection Manitoba (ASC Manitoba)
Inclusive Recreation in Manitoba (Directory)
A central directory providing a snapshot of recreation opportunities for children, teens, and families. Hosted by the RCC/SSCY Family Network, which supports families of children with additional needs.
Website: Inclusive Recreation in Manitoba (Directory)
Manitoba Possible
A major organization working to eliminate barriers and create an inclusive society. They provide a wide range of programs and services for Manitobans with disabilities, their families, and communities.
Website: Manitoba Possible
Manitoba Deaf Sports Association (MDSA)
The mission of MDSA is to encourage participation in sports to strengthen, promote and instill values of cultural association by providing sporting opportunities to members of Deaf/Hard of Hearing communities. Develop sports, recreational and social activities for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing members in the Province of Manitoba. Conduct, promote, and encourage sporting activities for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing people of Manitoba on a competitive basis throughout the province of Manitoba, and to promote and conduct national and international competitions in such activities. We encourage good sportsmanship and positive approach towards amateur sport.
Deaf Sports Offered: Manitoba Deaf Curling, Manitoba Deaf Darts, Manitoba Deaf Golf, Manitoba Deaf Hockey (Ice Hockey, Floor Hockey), Manitoba Deaf Volleyball, Manitoba Deaf Swimming, Manitoba Deaf Basketball, Manitoba Deaf Bowling, Manitoba Deaf Badminton and Manitoba Deaf Martial Arts.
Website: Manitoba Deaf Sports Association (MDSA)
Wheelchair Sports
Provincial organization and programs for wheelchair basketball, rugby, and tennis.
Manitoba Wheelchair Sports Association (MWSA)
The provincial sport organization for wheelchair basketball and wheelchair rugby, also offering introductory wheelchair tennis, equipment loans, and school programs.
Website: Manitoba Wheelchair Sports Association (MWSA)
Wheelchair Basketball
Recreational and high-performance programs. MWSA runs drop-in sessions on Tuesday evenings at the Sport for Life Centre; sport chairs are provided. Membership fees apply.
Website: Wheelchair Basketball
Wheelchair Rugby
The fast-paced, full-contact sport invented in Winnipeg. MWSA runs recreational and competitive sessions on Tuesday and Friday evenings at the Sport for Life Centre. Membership fees apply.
Website: Wheelchair Rugby
Wheelchair Tennis
In partnership with Tennis Manitoba, MWSA provides year-round programming for beginner and developing players. Summer programs are outdoors at clubs around Winnipeg, with indoor winter programming at Taylor Tennis Club.
Website: Wheelchair Tennis
Blind & Visually Impaired Sports
Provincial organization providing sports for people who are blind or visually impaired.
Manitoba Blind Sports Association (MBSA)
The recognized provincial sport organization for blind and visually impaired Manitobans since 1976. They encourage participation in sport at all levels of skill and ability to support well-being.
Website: Manitoba Blind Sports Association (MBSA)
Goalball
A fast-paced team sport designed for blind and visually impaired athletes, played with a ball containing bells. As of 2017, the program was for players 16 and older and welcomed sighted players.
Website: Goalball
Adaptive & Parasports
Programs and resource pages for various parasports and adaptive activities.
Para Athletics
Integrated para-athletics programming for all ages, run by Athletics Manitoba.
Programs take place at the University of Winnipeg Recplex on Tuesday and Thursday evenings.
Website: Para Athletics
Boccia
Recreational and competitive boccia programs in Winnipeg and Brandon for athletes with physical disabilities.
Website: Boccia
Accessible Cycling
Resource page for adaptive cycling opportunities, equipment, and events in Manitoba.
Website: Accessible Cycling
Accessible Golf
Resource page for inclusive golf programs, adapted equipment, and accessible courses.
Website: Accessible Golf
Canoe and Kayak
Resource page connecting individuals to adaptive paddling programs and locations.
Website: Canoe and Kayak
Climbing
Resource page for inclusive and adaptive climbing opportunities in Manitoba.
Website: Climbing
Sledge Hockey (Sledge Hockey Manitoba)
The provincial organization for para ice hockey (sledge hockey) in Manitoba.
Website: Sledge Hockey (Sledge Hockey Manitoba)
Sledge Hockey (Manitoba Possible)
Manitoba Possible runs the largest sledge hockey program in the province for all ages and abilities.
Website: Sledge Hockey (Manitoba Possible)
Para Badminton
Badminton Manitoba, the provincial sport organization for badminton, including para badminton.
Website: Para Badminton
Para Archery
Provides information on inclusive and para archery programs.
Website: Para Archery
Para Swimming & Boccia (Cerebral Palsy Sports)
The Manitoba Cerebral Palsy Sports Association, a key organization for athletes with cerebral palsy and similar disabilities.
Website: Para Swimming & Boccia (Cerebral Palsy Sports)
Programs for Children & Youth
Specialized programs designed for children, teens, and young adults.
LIFE Program (Rehabilitation Centre for Children)
A therapeutic recreation and equipment loan program offering activities, camps, and an extensive adaptive equipment library.
Website: LIFE Program (Rehabilitation Centre for Children)
Challenger Baseball Manitoba
An adaptive baseball program designed to empower children, youth, and adults with disabilities.
Website: Challenger Baseball Manitoba
Variety’s Bike Camp
A summer camp program teaching individuals how to ride a two-wheel bike.
Website: Variety’s Bike Camp
MOVE by GoodLife Kids
Virtual group fitness classes for youth with autism and intellectual disabilities.
Website: MOVE by GoodLife Kids
Inclusive Recreation & Activities
A wide variety of inclusive and accessible recreational programs and facilities.
Bonivital All Abilities Soccer
Inclusive soccer programming for children and youth with disabilities.
Website: Bonivital All Abilities Soccer
ILRC Able Sail
An adapted sailing program on Lake Devonian at FortWhyte Alive.
Website: ILRC Able Sail
Kid City Archibald
An inclusive indoor adventure playground offering drop-in play and classes.
Website: Kid City Archibald
Autism Learning Centre
Offers therapeutic recreation, group classes, camps, and consulting for individuals with autism.
Website: Autism Learning Centre
Calm’n Sense Yoga
Yoga classes designed for children.
Website: Calm’n Sense Yoga
Prairie Strides (Therapeutic Riding)
Accessible horseback riding program.
Website: Prairie Strides (Therapeutic Riding)
Swimming
Affordable one-on-one swimming lessons for children with disabilities.
Website: Swimming
Volt Hockey
An accessible hockey program for children and youth with disabilities.
Website: Volt Hockey
Special Olympics Manitoba
Sports programs and clubs for people with intellectual disabilities.
Website: Special Olympics Manitoba
Recreational Respite
Respite programs and direct support services.
Website: Recreational Respite
YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg
Community centre offering various inclusive programs.
Website: YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg
Key Resources & Support
Essential programs and directories to help individuals and schools access sports.
MWSA Parasport in Schools
A school program that delivers sport wheelchairs and instruction to foster inclusion and parasport awareness.
Website: MWSA Parasport in Schools
MWSA Wheelchair Loan Program
Loans sport wheelchairs for community use or specific events.
Website: MWSA Wheelchair Loan Program
MWSA Other Sports Directory
MWSA’s own directory page with links to other parasport providers across the province.
Website: MWSA Other Sports Directory
