Turnstone/YMCA Partnership
The Turnstone Center and the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne have teamed up to bring you more opportunities for inclusive and adaptive sports close to home. This means everyone, no matter their abilities, can join in the fun and stay active. There's something for everyone, from basketball to volleyball and other great offerings. Thanks to funding from The Hartford and support from Move United, Turnstone Center, and the YMCA are working together to make sure everyone can be a part of the action. Learn more below and take your pick of upcoming programs!
Funded in partnership with Move United & The Hartford
Inclusive Volleyball
Brought to you by Turnstone Center and the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne.
This inclusive volleyball program is open to participants with and without disabilities. Participants will get to try different variations of volleyball including stand-up volleyball, sit volleyball, and beach volleyball.
Dates: Wednesdays, May 1-22, 2024 from 5:15-6 pm
Recommended ages: 6+
Cost: $20
All Abilities Camp
Location: Turnstone & the Caylor-Nickel Fdn. Family YMCA
Dates: Monday, 7/8 to Friday, 7/12 from 9:30 AM to noon
Cost: $90 / person
Age: Recommended for 8-18
*All Abilities Camp will also be hosted at the Caylor-Nickel Foundation Family YMCA (550 W. Dustman Rd., Bluffton, IN 46714) on Monday, 7/15 to Friday, 7/19
Inclusive Baseball
Brought to you by Turnstone Center, the World Baseball Academy, and the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne.
Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, this program is designed for everyone looking to experience the joy of baseball.
Dates: Dates for 2024 are TBD
Location: TBD
Participation Fee: $20 per participant, sibling, or friend.
Recommended Ages: 5-20 years old
Register by: TBD
Volunteer info: TBD
Interested in using adaptive equipment? (Examples include sports chairs, basketball, Boccia, volleyball, tennis)
Fill out the form and contact the Sports Director at the branch.
Check us out at the Disabilities Expo: Saturday, May 11 (between 10:30am-2:30pm); Come try boccia and other adaptive sports!
Parkview Family YMCA: Form Click HERE, Sports Director Zachary Huffman email HERE
Jorgensen Family YMCA: Form Click HERE, Sports Director D'Quan Ruth email HERE
Jackson R. Lehman Family YMCA: Form Click HERE, Sports Director Dan Schaepkens email HERE
Caylor-Nickel Fdn. Family YMCA: Form Click HERE, Sports Director Ashley VandenBoom email HERE
