About BlazeSports
BlazeSports America is the legacy of the 1996 Atlanta Paralympic Games. Our mission is to change the lives of individuals with physical disabilities through adaptive sports and recreation.
We serve youth, adults, veterans, and active military with disabilities including spina bifida, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, cerebral palsy, dwarfism, amputations, and visual impairments, as well as veterans with PTSD and PTS.
Our programs provide our community with the opportunity to increase physical activity, create new friendships, develop new skills, increase independence and experience success in school and employment.
Blaze Happenings
30th Anniversary
Celebrate 30 Years of Impact is a 10-day fundraising campaign honoring BlazeSports’ 30-year connection to the 1996 Atlanta Paralympic Games while raising $9,000 to expand opportunities through adaptive sports and recreation.
Leader Training
August 26 and August 29
Join us in person or virtually for the free BlazeTOTS Leader Training and learn practical strategies to bring inclusive movement, healthy living, and engaging activities to your preschool classroom or program.
Veteran Kayaking Clinic
Saturday, August 29
Spend a morning on the water at our Veteran Adaptive Kayaking Clinic! Participants will learn adaptive kayaking techniques from experienced instructors before exploring the water in a fun and welcoming environment.
Run, Roll & Row 5K
Saturday, December 5
Register early and mark your calendars for Saturday, December 5, for our 7th Annual 5K! This inclusive event welcomes everyone—whether you run, roll, or row—to support adaptive sports and athletes with physical disabilities.
Veteran Family Camp
October 23-25
Join us for our Fall 2026 Veteran Family Weekend at Camp Twin Lakes! Get ready for a weekend filled with outdoor adventures, family fun, and new experiences.
Veteran Fishing Clinic
Saturday, September 26
Join us on September 26 for BlazeSports’ first-ever Adaptive Fishing Clinic! Veteran can learn the basics from two experienced anglers, then head to the water to put your new skills to the test.
Youth Sports
Participate or get involved in one of our many sport and recreation programs for kids and teens with physical disabilities.
Wheelchair Tennis
The BlazeSports Wheelchair Tennis Program is open to youth athletes who want to develop their wheelchair mobility, tennis skills, and compete in both recreational and competitive wheelchair tennis.
Track and Field
The BlazeSports Adaptive Track and Field Program offers athletes to participate in a range of events from track, to shot put, to the long jump, that cater to their specific ability and interests.
Veteran Sports
We’re passionate that sports and recreation are integral to the community reintegration process, post-injury or post-traumatic event.
Rowing
Wednesdays & Saturdays
The BlazeSports Rowing Program provides veterans the opportunity to enjoy recreational rowing with fellow veterans.
Archery
Tuesday Mornings
The BlazeSports Archery program is open to all skill levels, allowing veterans to train either recreationally or competitively.
Donate
BlazeSports America is only able to operate because of people like you who believe in the power of adaptive sports for youth, veterans, and adults with physical disabilities. Consider making a tax-deductible donation to BlazeSports today.
Ready to Join Blaze?
Become a Youth Member
The annual youth membership fee allows participants the opportunity to participate in an unlimited number of BlazeSports America programs each year.
Become a Veteran Member
The annual free veteran membership allows our Veteran participants to access an unlimited number of BlazeSports America programs each year.
Become an Adult Member
The new annual adult membership gives our adult participants full access to BlazeSports programs, clinics, tournaments, and special events each year.
BlazeSports in the News
Here’s the latest from BlazeSports and our amazing athletes.
Everyday Americans Taking Action: Story on Blaze Veteran, Gregory
Celebrate the Atlanta Hawks Jr. NBA/Jr. WNBA Coach of the Year, Martinez, and his impact on our youth basketball community.
Thank You to Our Partners
