We have recreation programs for all people, including those with disabilities. Learn how you can experience those opportunities.
Use our Find a Park feature to search for universal playgrounds and inclusion sites.
ADA Transition Plan
In 2018, Hillsborough County Parks & Recreation issued a report on an ADA transition plan for all parks located under their management.
Centers
- Miller Park & Life Center
- This recreation center focuses on programming and amenities for people with disabilities through accessibility and eliminating barriers
- Bakas Equestrian Center
- Offers horseback riding to children and adults and specializes in those with disabilities including some that are severe and profound
Recreation and Sports Programs
Adaptive Recreation
- Description: Adaptive Recreation is for kids with special needs and disabilities that may not successfully thrive in a traditional style after school or summer camp environment
- Locations: See all of the locations on the Adaptive Recreation page
- Contact: Saige Garber
Hillsborough County Special Olympics
- Description: Hillsborough County Special Olympics provides year round sports training and competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for people with intellectual disabilities
- Sports: Basketball, Bocce, Bowling, Cycling, Swimming, Triathlons, Volleyball
- Location: Miller Park & Life Center - Contact Shelia Hill
HC Adaptive Sports
- Description: HC Adaptive Sports Promotes health, independence and personal growth through sports for people with physical disabilities
- Sports: Archery, Basketball, Cycling, Golf, Sit Volleyball, Swimming, Track and Field
- Location: Miller Park & Life Center - Contact Mary Cales
Wheelchair Basketball – Strong Dogs
- Description: The Tampa Bay Strong Dogs features disabled students (16+), veterans and members of the community who have a genuine love for the game of basketball and a passion for staying involved in adaptive sports and fitness opportunities
- Location: Miller Park & Life Center - Contact Mary Cales
Wheelchair Football
- Description: A team sports for athletes who have a permanent physical disability which reduces function of the lower limbs. Learn more about our Tampa Bay Wheelchair Football Team
- Location: Miller Park & Life Center - Mary Cales
Veteran Programming
- Description: Competitive programming for veterans who can compete in the following sports:
- Air Precision
- Archery
- Bocce
- Pickleball
- Table Tennis
- Location: Miller Park & Life Center - Contact Claire Morgan for more infomation