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Aid Another provides inclusion programs that exclusively considers special needs families. Aid Another provides inclusive educational, cultural and recreational programs that are designed to improve quality of life, reduce isolation and enhance social settings.
Ages 4-16. Tee ball, softball, baseball and Challenger divisions are offered in both the spring and the fall.
Autism Society Tidewater Virginia (ASTV) is celebrating, over 40 years of non-profit services, education, advocacy, services, and support to children, youth, and adults with autism, their families and friends, and professionals who serve them. We are a local affiliate of the national Autism Society, founded in 1965.
Classes for youth and adults including performing arts (dance and acting), Fashion, Tech, GEN Now (life skills) and more. Dance classes for students with special needs are available.
Dance for ages 18 months and up. Dance with Me, Pre-Ballet, Ballet, Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Musical Theater and Dance for Special Needs. Summer Programs for all ages.
Dr. Chelsea Lindo, PT, DPT is a neurodiversity affirming therapist who puts emphasis on child-led approaches. Her certifications include: Certified Autism Specialist, DMI, Exercise Physiologist, AHA CPR, and APTA Clinical instructor.
We are able to accommodate nearly every diagnosis, including but not limited to: Developmental Delays | Torticollis | Plagiocephaly | Brachial Plexus Injuries | Cerebral Palsy | Down Syndrome | Genetic Conditions | Toe-Walking | W-Sitting | Dyspraxia |Retained Primitive Reflexes | And more.
Accepting patients of ALL AGES who would benefit from a non-traditional physical therapy treatment plan such as individuals with developmental, physical, cognitive, or psychiatric disabilities.
Don’t let aging out of a program or service stop your loved one miss out on their goals! There is an option with PT2Go!
Therapeutic horseback riding program for individuals who have mental, physical, emotional, social or learning disabling conditions.
Summer programs are available for both the therapeutic riding participants and an inclusion camp open to the public. Campers must be able to follow verbal directions, have an interest in learning about horses and horse care, and be toilet trained. Each day campers will receive both mounted riding and ground lessons in order to learn proper horsemanship while having tons of fun! The camp will help to build positive relationships with fellow campers, equines, staff, and counselors.
Gymnastics, Tumbling and Mommy & Me. Birthday Parties. Summer Camps. Classes and programs for kids with special needs.
Families of Autism Coming Together (FACT) offers a variety of programs and services for local children and young adults with autism, and their families.
FACT Programming Includes:
Camp GonnawannaGOagin’® | Ages 6+
Monthly Social Outings | Ages 13+
Leisure & Sports Programs | Ages 6+ including fine arts, life skills, performing arts, bowling, soccer, and more.
Family Fun Days | All Ages & FREE! Welcoming of all ages and abilities
The FACT Resource Center in Virginia Beach provides a supportive and nurturing environment through collaborating, cooperating, and cohabitating of multiple local programs serving the autism community. On-site resources include the Factivity hall, board room, gymnasium, sensory gym, and quiet room. Space is available for programming, parties and special events (contact FACT for additional information).
KidStrong Virginia Beach is a kids' development center built around science-based training that focuses on strong bodies, strong minds, and strong character. Our curriculum combines physical activity, cognitive development, and life skills to help kids grow in confidence, resilience, and independence.
Children, Teens, and Families learn 4 Laws of Concentration, 7 Phrases of Respect, Training the Mind and Body to be RESILIENT in any adverse situation. Learn Black Belt Excellence for today and as tomorrow's leaders.

Public park with "Kid's Cove" ADA compliant playground, therapeutic cradle swing seats, wheelchair swing, multi-use trail, lakes, picnic areas, outdoor fitness stations, volleyball courts, entertainment stage, and skate park. Vending machines and public bathrooms.
An outreach running program designed especially for children with exceptional needs. A program of Tidewater Striders.
Offering Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Ballroom, Dance for special needs children, Pilates, and Yoga! Summer Camp programs available.
Baseball, Softball & Challenger Teams, ages 4-18
Princess Anne Youth Little League includes baseball, softball and challenger division.
Martial artist with over 40 years experience. Private instruction available in American Kenpo Karate, American Kickboxing, Combat jujitsu and Escrima. Individual instruction available for students with special needs and is tailored to the individual child.
Surfers Healing hosts regular day camps at the beach where autistic children and their families can be exposed to a completely new experience of surfing.
Swimming at the Y helps people thrive—in and out of the water. Swim lessons provide kids and teens with the opportunity to set goals and achieve success, learn water safety and enjoy swimming as a form of exercise. Through swimming lessons, swim teams, lap swimming and more, the YMCA of the South Hampton Roads provides a safe environment for swimmers of all ages and abilities.
AQUATIC PROGRAMS
- Swim Lessons
- Swim Teams
- Adaptive Swimming
- Family Open Swim
- Water Safety Programs
- Water Exercise Classes
POOL LOCATIONS
Chesapeake:
Great Bridge Family YMCA
Greenbrier Family YMCA
Taylor Bend Family YMCA
Norfolk:
Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA
Y on Granby (Outdoor pool only from May 23- August 18)
Portsmouth:
YMCA of Portsmouth
Effingham Street Family YMCA (Outdoor pool only from May 24- August 25)
Suffolk:
Suffolk Family YMCA
Virginia Beach:
Hilltop Family YMCA
Indian River Family YMCA
Mt. Trashmore Family YMCA
Princess Anne Family YMCA
Team Hoyt Virginia Beach remains the premiere running inclusion foundation of it's kind and hosts riders and athletes in over 25 runs a year - including 5k's, half marathons, marathons, and even triathlons!
The mission of the Eliza Hope Foundation is to provide a center that meets the individualized needs of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental delays. Our dedicated therapists offer specialized services, interventions and a therapeutic environment that includes the necessary equipment, structures and support.
Services offered: ABA, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Social Skills Therapy
Hope Starts programs include Swimming, Music + Movement, Soccer, Kickball, Art, Basketball, Paddle Boarding, Scouts, Teen Social Club, Sensory Santa
Ages 4mos - 12years: Parent-Child Classes for babies and toddlers, Gymnastic programs for all skill levels. Birthday parties, Parent Night Out, and Camp programs are available.
We are a Swim School that offers classes from infants to adults. We also offer adaptive classes that are Swim Angelfish certified.
Classes, sports and activities for all ages. Many free special events open to the community. Summer Camps and Birthday parties available.
Bayside, Bow Creek, Great Neck, Kempsville, and Princess Anne locations have an indoor play structure.
Bow Creek and Kempsville Recreation Centers have indoor pools with play features. Williams Farm Park Recreation Center has water slides/play indoors.
Seasonal Water play: Level Green Park has a public sprayground open to all ages (seasonal). Williams Farm Park water play area - sprayground outdoors (seasonal),
Summer day camps, dance classes, fitness programs, aquatic programs and social/leisure programs, for children, teens and adults with disabilities such as Autism, ADD/ADHD, Down Syndrome, learning disabilities, moderate behavioral/emotional disorders, mild to profound intellectual disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, visual, hearing and/or physical impairments.