Your Next Mission Starts Here.
Every day, service members dedicate themselves to something greater than themselves. When injury or illness changes that path, the mission doesn't end—it simply takes a new direction.
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For more than fifteen years, Texas Parasport has helped members of the military community rediscover health, purpose, confidence, and connection through adaptive sports.
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Whether you're taking your first step into adaptive sports or pursuing your next challenge, we're here to help you find your place.
Our Story
In the years following Operations Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC) in San Antonio became one of the nation's premier military rehabilitation centers, providing world-class rehabilitation for thousands of wounded, ill, and injured service members returning home from combat.
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Recognizing the opportunity to introduce adaptive sports during rehabilitation while identifying future Paralympic athletes, the United States Olympic Committee (now the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee) launched Texas Regional Paralympic Sport in 2010 under the leadership of Wendy Gumbert, creating one of the nation's first statewide adaptive sports initiatives dedicated to serving wounded, ill, and injured service members.
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What began as a rehabilitation initiative soon proved that adaptive sports could improve physical recovery, build confidence, strengthen mental well-being, and reconnect service members with their communities.
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Today, Texas Parasport works alongside healthcare providers, veteran organizations, adaptive sports programs, and community partners across Texas to connect military athletes with equipment, opportunities, and support close to home. What began as a single rehabilitation initiative has grown into a statewide network helping members of our military community discover lifelong opportunities through adaptive sports.
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Since 2010, the Texas Parasport Military Program has served more than 8,500 service members and veterans with disabilities.
This work is made possible in part through support from the Department of Veterans Affairs Adaptive Sports Grant.
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Who Can Participate?
The Military Program serves Veterans and members of the Armed Forces with disabilities.
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Our programs welcome participants with a wide range of visible and invisible disabilities, creating opportunities for recreation, rehabilitation, competition, and community.
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No matter where you are in your journey, we're here to help you find the right opportunity.
Why Adaptive Sports?
Whether you're exploring adaptive sports for the first time or pursuing national competition, Texas Parasport can help you take the next step.
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Weekly Community Programs — Stay active while building fitness, confidence, and lasting friendships.
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Adaptive Sports Clinics — Learn new sports alongside experienced coaches and fellow military athletes.
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Competitions — Challenge yourself at local, regional, and national events.
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Equipment Loan Program — Borrow specialized adaptive sports equipment and discover new possibilities.
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Athlete Grants — Receive financial assistance to help remove barriers to participation.
Sports & Fitness Opportunities
Texas Parasport offers a wide variety of adaptive sports and recreational opportunities for members of the military community. Programs may include:
Air Rifle & Air Pistol
Archery
Boxing
Cycling & Handcycling
Fitness
Hiking
Kayaking
Track & Field
Water Skiing
And many other adaptive sports and outdoor recreation experiences.
Programs vary by location and season. Visit our Texas Adaptive Program Locator to explore sports and programs available throughout Texas.
More Than Sports
Adaptive sports create opportunities to:
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Improve physical health
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Build confidence
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Support mental wellness
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Reduce isolation
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Develop lifelong friendships
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Discover new purpose
While some participants pursue Paralympic and national competition, success is measured in many ways. For most, the greatest victories are improved health, renewed confidence, meaningful relationships, and an active lifestyle.
Get Connected
Every journey is different.
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Whether you're looking for recreation, rehabilitation, competition, or simply a community that understands your experience, we'd love to help.
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Complete our contact form and we'll connect you with programs and partners that match your goals and location.
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Jennifer Weatherford
Director of Military Programs
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