Casa Colina's Beat the Heat Adaptive Sports Camp: Dates, Activities, and Mission

Beat the Heat Adaptive Sports Camp

• 🗓️ Casa Colina's annual Beat the Heat adaptive sports camp is scheduled for May 29th to May 31st this year, a shift from its usual August timing to help participants literally "beat the heat."
• 🎣 The three-day camp spans from Long Beach to Glendora, featuring a day of deep sea fishing, a day at the US Sailing Center with various sports, and a focus on wheelchair sports in Glendora.
• ♿ This camp provides opportunities for individuals who may not typically have access to sports, emphasizing both physical and mental benefits.

Mental and Community Benefits

• 🤝 The camp fosters significant camaraderie and community among participants, which is especially crucial for individuals with disabilities.
• 💬 It offers a vital opportunity to share resources, make friends, and develop a supportive network.

Casa Colina's Mission and Mobility Center

• 🏥 Casa Colina Hospital is a leading provider on the West Coast for individuals recovering from stroke and spinal cord injuries.
• 🚀 Their mission is to help people reintegrate into positive environments through activity across a continuum of care, including adaptive and wheelchair sports.
• 🏗️ Casa Colina is working to establish a mobility center on its grounds, intended to be a hub for wheelchair sports in Southern California.
• 🏀 This center would accommodate various sports like basketball, tennis, hockey, and football on a flat surface, benefiting both inpatients and the wider community.

How to Get Involved

• 💻 Those interested can participate in the Beat the Heat camp, with scholarships still available.
• 🎟️ Information and registration can be accessed via a QR code that appears on screen or by visiting kascalina.org.
• 🤺 This year's camp includes wheelchair fencing, a sport featured in the 2028 Paralympics, offering a unique experience for participants.
• 🥎 A softball clinic is also part of the event, highlighting the endless possibilities for activities.