RISE Adaptive Sports

All RISE programs are 100% free of charge in an effort to accomplish our mission at the highest level possible! RISE serves all of North Texas.

RISE serves both kids and adults with a primary diagnosis of a physical disability. Individuals need to be able to understand directions to comprehend the safety precautions and instructions that come with participating in sports. Individuals with secondary disabilities will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Physical disabilities that RISE serves include Spinal Cord Injury, Traumatic Brain Inj

ury, Stroke, Cerebral Palsy, Amputee, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, Neuromuscular Disease, Deaf/Hearing Impaired, Blind/Vision Impaired and all other physical disabilities. Demographic Statistics:

According to the 2020 United States Census, those with a physical disability continue to face significant challenges, including the highest rate of unemployment, the highest rate of poverty, and the lowest level of education among minority groups in the United States. It's important to note that disabilities can vary widely in visibility, duration, and onset, encompassing physical, sensory, mental, and cognitive conditions. The latest census data indicates a total population of 331,449,281 persons with a physical disability in the United States. The American Community Survey (ACS) conducted alongside the 2020 Census provides updated figures for individuals living with a long-term disability. Nationally, there are 28,066,912 individuals living with long-term disabilities, constituting approximately 13.5% of the total population. In Texas, 3,012,785 individuals (approximately 12.2%) live with long-term disabilities, and within the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, 706,421 individuals (approximately 10.8%) have some form of long-term disability. The financial burden associated with disabilities remains considerable. According to the latest data from the University of Alabama National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the average yearly expenses for an individual with a disability range from $228,566 to $775,567. Given these statistics and the high cost of living associated with disabilities, all RISE programs are offered free of charge for participants and their family members. Program Benefits:

Our programs address the many concerns associated with immobilization and inactivity. Increasing activity levels and involvement in the community reduce medical complications and costly secondary disabilities after the onset of a physical disability. Documented and research-supported outcomes of therapeutic recreation specialists' interventions include:

(1) Psychological Outcomes: enhance body image perceptions, change attitudes towards individuals with disabilities, improve the sense of self, achieve controlled stress, enhance self-efficacy, and develop a sense of mastery

(2) Physical Outcomes: increase immune system activity, reduce pain, increase muscular strength, improve flexibility and balance, improve cardiovascular functioning, develop consistent activity routines, reduce urinary tract infections, and increase endurance

(3) Cognitive Outcomes: increase mental alertness, increase attention span, enhance memory skills, improve organizational skills, improve problem-solving

(4) Community Reintegration: prevent social isolation, develop/maintain social skills, develop self-advocacy skills, build skills to minimize disability stigma, master skills for managing environmental barriers, increase knowledge of community resources, and increase overall activity level

06/10/2026

Water skiing, wake surfing, tubing, and smiles all around!

Summer is happening at RISE Adaptive Sports, and the water is calling. See what you’ve been missing.

What are you waiting for?

GET OUTSIDE. GET ACTIVE.

Thanks, Reese

06/06/2026

Summer Bash - Sun is out, come on out!

Water activities, free food, whole lot of fun. Bash going strong till 3 today.

06/05/2026

🌧️☀️ SUMMER BASH IS A GO! ☀️🌧️

A little rain (if we even get any) won’t stop the fun! We’re still planning to Kick’N Off Summer with an awesome FREE day of adaptive water sports and family fun, tomorrow, Saturday, June 6 from 9AM–3PM!

Come out and try:
💦 Waterskiing
🚤 Tubing
🌊 Boat Rides
🏊 Swimming
😎 And more!

This event is for individuals with physical disabilities and their families to come enjoy an amazing day at the lake. And hey… if we get a little liquid sunshine, we’re already in the water anyway — you’re gonna get wet!

We’ll keep an eye on the weather, but as long as there’s no lightning or severe storms, we’re ready for an unforgettable day!

Come make some waves with us!

Get Out. Get Wet. Get Moving.

06/04/2026

What a day!

Saturday started out looking like it might be a light day on the water, but it turned into anything but. The athletes showed up ready to play, and before long every piece of equipment was in action.

Outriggers, single skis, competition skis, wakesurf boards, ZUP boards, tubes, kayaks, and boats were all on the water as athletes challenged themselves, learned new skills, and made the most of an incredible day.

The equipment was out. The athletes were out. And the fun never slowed down.

Sometimes the best days are the ones you least expect. Thanks to all of our athletes, families, and volunteers for making it another amazing day with RISE Adaptive Sports!

Adaptive Sports. Unlimited Adventure.

06/03/2026

HopeKids Day kicked off the summer season in style last week!

The lake was buzzing with excitement as everyone got to enjoy all the fun toys—water skiing, tubing, Zup boarding, boating. From first-time adventures to big smiles and unforgettable memories, it was the perfect way to start another amazing summer on the water.

Thank you to all the families, volunteers, and supporters who made the day so special. We can't wait for more adventures, more laughter, and more time making memories together this summer!

HOPE. ADVENTURE. RISE.

06/02/2026

Learning the game. Building new skills. Having a great time.

This past weekend's Wheelchair Football Clinic brought athletes together to learn the fundamentals of the game, develop new skills, and experience the excitement of wheelchair football. From first-time players to experienced athletes, everyone had the opportunity to improve their game and have fun on the field.

Ready for the next step?

Tryouts for the RISE Adaptive Sports competitive wheelchair football team, the Irving Outlaws, will be held Saturday.

Whether you're new to the sport or looking to compete at the next level, come show us what you've got and learn what it means to be an Outlaw.

Saturday, June 6
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Georgia Farrow Recreation Center
Irving TX

Sign up to Try Out: rsvp.riseadaptivesports.org/programs/wheelchair-football

More information: moveunitedsport.org/usa-wheelchair-football-league/

Join the team. Build your skills. Play the game.

05/31/2026

What do boating, waterskiing, tubing, swimming, and summer fun all have in common?

Summer Bash!

Join us Saturday, June 6, from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM at the RISE Adaptive Sports Water Sports Park in Meadowmere Park on Lake Grapevine.

This FREE event is the perfect chance for individuals with physical disabilities and their families to experience all the fun RISE has to offer. Try activities, meet new friends, learn about upcoming programs, and spend an awesome day on the lake.

The boats are fueled, the tubes are ready, and summer is calling!

Be sure to register in advance at rsvp.riseadaptivesports.org.

Get outside. Get on the water. Get ready to RISE!

05/29/2026

We had an awesome day on the lake with Collage Rehabilitation Partners! Patients, family members, and staff all came out to enjoy a fun-filled mini Summer Bash with lots of smiles, laughs, and time on the water.

Everyone had a chance to get in on the fun with waterskiing, tubing, ZUP boarding, kayaking, and boating. It was so great seeing people trying new things, cheering each other on, and making memories together.

Thank you to the entire Collage team for spending the day with us at RISE Adaptive Sports. We loved having you all out and can’t wait to do it again!

Catch the wave. Feel the freedom.

05/29/2026

Calling all veterans! Come learn about and play wheelchair football this Saturday from 9-12 at the Georgia Farrow Recreation Center, 530 Davis Drive, Irving, TX 75061. We will have everything you need to play; just bring a water bottle.

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Telephone

+19722928650

Website

http://www.riseadaptivesports.org/

Address

3000 Meadowmere Lane
Grapevine, TX
76051