GLASA offers many different sport and recreation programs throughout the year. By becoming a GLASA member, you are able to participate in all GLASA programs at no additional cost to you. Programs vary by season. Recreational and competitive opportunities are available. All athletes MUST sign up for programs each season and RSVP their attendance. If you are new to GLASA, you must contact a Program Director prior to membership and program attendance.
Please contact the Program Director listed under the program in which you wish to participate.
Meal Preparation: What is it, and Why Should You Start?
With busy schedules in full swing, maintaining a healthy diet can be challenging. Meal preparation is one way to maintain control over your food intake for a stress-free, cost-effective approach in achieving your diet goals. Jessica Hicks, RD, Dietitian at NorthShore University HealthSystem, shares a few examples of what meal prep looks like.
You will gain practical skills in the art of shooting and marksmanship at GLASA’s Air Rifle program. GLASA provides all the rifles, stands, tables, chairs, and pellets. Stands are provided for those who are unable to hold the rifle up.
Offered year round at the GLASA Office; Lake Forest, IL
Sundays | 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Upcoming Dates: 1/20, 2/03, 2/10, 2/24, 3/10, 3/24
Teen & Adult (15 years+) – Wheelchair & Ambulatory
Any questions about GLASA’s Air Rifle program, please contact Tom Daily at [email protected] or call 847-283-0908.
This program is part of the Annual Membership Program. All participants must have a current GLASA Membership and be registered for all sports programs they are involved in.
GLASA provides instruction, assistance with adapting the archery motion, compound bows, arrows, and select adaptive archery equipment. GLASA offers Archery Clinics & Competitions year-round in conjunction with the Chicagoland Adaptive Archery Challenge, a partnership with Shirley Ryan Ability Lab and Synergy Adaptive Athletics, and at GLASA’s Great Lakes Games.
Youth, Teen & Adult – Wheelchair, Ambulatory, & Visual Impairments
Any questions about GLASA’s Archery program, please contact Jourdan Thunberg at [email protected] or call 847-283-0908.
This program is included in the Annual GLASA Membership. Participants with a current Membership must be registered for all sports programs they are involved in. Those without a Membership may attend based on availability, however, additional fees may be required. A current waiver must also be on file.
GLASA does not currently offer a Boccia program; however, competition is available at GLASA’s Great Lakes Games in June.
Youth, Teen & Adult – Wheelchair & Ambulatory
Any questions about locating a local Boccia program, please contact Jourdan Thunberg at [email protected] or call 847-283-0908.
All participants must have a current GLASA Membership and be registered for all sports programs they are involved in.
Offered Summer through Fall in Vernon Hills, IL
Youth, Teen & Adult – Wheelchair, Ambulatory, & Visual Impairments
Any questions about GLASA’s Couch to 5K program, please contact Jourdan Thunberg at [email protected] or call 847-283-0908.
This program requires an Annual GLASA Membership to participate. All participants must have a current GLASA Membership and be registered for all sports programs they are involved in.
Certified Personal Trainer and GLASA athlete, Dave Michael, will work with athletes of all fitness and ability levels on sport specific training. The workouts are tailored to meet your personal needs, goals, and interests in order to increase performance.
Offered year round on Mondays and Wednesdays
Teen & Adult – Wheelchair, Ambulatory, & Visual Impairments
Mondays starting 1/07 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm
GLASA Office; Lake Forest, IL
Wednesdays starting 1/09 | 5:00 – 6:00 pm
Garage Gym; Round Lake, IL
Any questions about GLASA’s CrossFit program, please contact Micaela Venus at [email protected] or call 847-283-0908.
This program requires an Annual GLASA Membership to participate. All participants must have a current GLASA Membership and be registered for all sports programs they are involved in.
Adaptive cycles are available as needed, including hand cycles, recumbent catrikes, tandem bikes and foot powered three wheelers. Family and friends are welcome to bring their own bikes and join this program too. Please see the “Couch to 5k” program and GLASA Twilight 5k for more opportunities.
Opportunities for cycling offered Summer through Fall
Youth, Teen & Adults – Wheelchair, Ambulatory, & Visual Impairments
Any questions about GLASA’s Cycling opportunities, please contact Jourdan Thunberg at [email protected] or call 847-283-0908.
All participants must have a current GLASA Membership and be registered for all sports programs they are involved in.
GLASA has both male and female teams. Blindfolds, elbow pads, knee pads, and team uniforms are provided.
Offered Fall through Spring
Youth, Teen & Adult – Visual Impairments
Fridays | 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Upcoming Dates: 1/18, 1/25, 2/01, 2/08, 2/15, 3/01, 3/08
Dunbar Recreation Center; Mundelein, IL
Upcoming Dates: 3/15, 3/22, 3/29, 4/05, 4/19, 4/26, 5/03, 5/10, 5/17
Butterfield Elementary School; Libertyville, IL
Any questions about GLASA’s Goalball program, please contact Jourdan Thunberg at [email protected] or call 847-283-0908.
This program requires an Annual GLASA Membership to participate. All participants must have a current GLASA Membership and be registered for all sports programs they are involved in.
Offered Summer through Fall in North Chicago, IL
Sundays | 3:00 – 5:30 pm
Youth, Teen, Adult – Wheelchair, Ambulatory, & Visual Impairments
Any questions about GLASA’s Golf program, please contact Tom Daily at [email protected] or call 847-283-0908.
This program requires an Annual GLASA Membership to participate. All participants must have a current GLASA Membership and be registered for all sports programs they are involved in.
Please contact Horsefeather at 847-234-2411 to schedule one-on-one sessions. Identify yourself as a GLASA athlete when calling. You must have a current GLASA membership to receive discounted rates.
Offered year round at Horsefeathers Therapeutic Riding, NFP; Lake Forest, IL
Youth, Teen & Adult – Wheelchair & Ambulatory
Any questions about Horsefeathers Therapeutic Riding, please contact Micaela Venus at [email protected] or call 847-283-0908.
This program requires an Annual GLASA Membership to receive discounted rates. All participants must have a current GLASA Membership and be registered for all sports programs they are involved in.
Offered Spring through Fall
Tuesdays – Lake Forest High School; Lake Forest, IL
Wednesdays – Warren Township High School- Almond Campus; Gurnee, IL
Youth, Teen & Adult – Wheelchair, Ambulatory, & Visual Impairments
Any questions about the Jenny Spengler Running Program, please contact Cindy Housner at [email protected] or call 847-283-0908.
This program is included in the Annual GLASA Membership. Participants with a current Membership must be registered for all sports programs they are involved in.
Offered year round on Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Saturdays at Gurnee Judo Club; Gurnee, IL
Youth, Teen & Adult – Visual Impairments
Any questions about Gurnee Judo Club’s program, please contact Cindy Housner at [email protected] or call 847-283-0908.
This program is included in the Annual GLASA Membership. Participants with a current Membership must be registered for all sports programs they are involved in.
Offered during the Summer throughout northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin
Youth, Teen & Adult – Wheelchair, Ambulatory & Visual Impairments
Any questions about GLASA’s Kayaking program, please contact Micaela Venus at [email protected] or call 847-283-0908.
This program is included in the Annual GLASA Membership. Participants with a current Membership must be registered for all sports programs they are involved in. Those without a Membership may attend based on availability, however, additional fees may be required. A current waiver must also be on file.
GLASA has two power soccer teams: a recreational team, designed for beginners, and a competitive team, GLASA Chicago Fire Power Soccer, for those who have experience playing the sport and would like to travel to tournaments throughout the season. GLASA has a limited availability of guards and specialized powerchairs for players to use. Uniforms are provided
Offered Fall through Summer at the McGaw YMCA; Evanston, IL
Wednesdays | 7:30 – 9:00 pm
Upcoming Dates: 1/09, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/06, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/06, 3/13, 3/20, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/01, 5/08, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 6/05, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26
Teen & Adult – Manual/Power Wheelchair & Ambulatory
Any questions about GLASA’s Power Soccer program, please contact Tom Daily at [email protected] or call 847-283-0908.
This program requires an Annual GLASA Membership to participate. All participants must have a current GLASA Membership and be registered for all sports programs they are involved in.
For competition, the bench press is the sport’s single discipline, with 10 different categories based on body weight. Competitors must lower the bar to the chest, hold it motionless on the chest and then press it upwards to arm’s length with locked elbows. Athletes are given three attempts and the winner is the athlete who lifts the highest number of kilograms.
Offered Fall through Spring at the GLASA Office; Lake Forest, IL
Thursdays | 5:30 – 7:00 pm
Upcoming Dates: 1/31, 2/07, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28, 3/14, 3/21, 4/04, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/02, 5/09, 5/16, 5/23, 5/30, 6/06
Teen & Adult – Wheelchair & Ambulatory
Any questions about GLASA’s Powerlifting program, please contact Micaela Venus at [email protected] or call 847-283-0908.
This program requires an Annual GLASA Membership to participate. All participants must have a current GLASA Membership and be registered for all sports programs they are involved in.
Opportunities offered Spring through Fall
Teen & Adult – Wheelchair & Ambulatory
Any questions about GLASA’s Road Racing opportunities, please contact Cindy Housner at [email protected] or call 847-283-0908.
All participants must have a current GLASA Membership and be registered for all sports programs they are involved in.
Offered during the Summer in Lake Forest, IL
Youth, Teen & Adult – Wheelchair, Ambulatory & Visual Impairments
Any questions about GLASA’s Sailing program, please contact Micaela Venus at [email protected] or call 847-283-0908.
This program requires an Annual GLASA Membership to participate. All participants must have a current GLASA Membership and be registered for all sports programs they are involved in.
The program offers youth competitive, adult recreational, and adult competitive teams. GLASA provides all hockey gear (pads, jersey, socks, gloves, helmet, guards) and equipment (sled and sticks) needed to play. The teams may have the opportunity to play in scrimmages, local games, exhibition events, the Heartland Sled Hockey League as well as the Disabled Hockey Festival.
Offered Fall through Spring at Hot Shots Ice Arena (HSIA); Lake Bluff, IL
Youth, Teen & Adult – Wheelchair & Ambulatory
Sundays | 3:00 – 5:30 pm
3:00 – 4:15 pm Youth Competitive Team (White Team)
4:15 – 5:30 pm Adult Recreational Team (Red Team) & Adult Competitive Team (Black Team)
Upcoming Dates: 1/06, 1/13, 1/20, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/03, 3/10, 3/24, 4/01
Any questions about GLASA’s Sled Hockey program, please contact Tom Daily at [email protected] or call 847-283-0908.
This program requires an Annual GLASA Membership to participate. All participants must have a current GLASA Membership and be registered for all sports programs they are involved in.
Competitive opportunities are available locally and throughout the Midwest.
Offered Fall through Summer
Youth, Teen & Adult – Wheelchair & Ambulatory
Thursdays | 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Mundelein Community Center; Mundelein, IL
Upcoming Dates: 1/24, 1/31, 2/7, 2/21, 2/28, 3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 4/4, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25*, 5/2*, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23, 6/6, 6/20, 6/27
*Only for those competing at the Dairyland Games for swimming
Saturdays | 1:00 – 4:00 pm**
Recreation Center of Highland Park; Highland Park, IL
Upcoming Dates: 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/23, 3/2, 3/16, 3/23, 4/6, 4/13, 5/11, 5/18, 6/1, 6/8, 6/22, 6/29
**Swimmers are assigned to a 45-minute session during this time
Any questions about GLASA’s Swim program, please contact Micaela Venus at [email protected] or call 847-283-0908.
This program requires an Annual GLASA Membership. All participants must have a current GLASA Membership and be registered for all sports programs they are involved in.
Instruction is provided for intermediate and tournament level players who are ambulatory or use a manual or power chair. Players can use a sports chair which can be provided. GLASA’s Tennis program is coached by Paul Moran, Tennis and Seated Volleyball Paralympian and Mile Carrico, USTA Pro. Instruction is provided for intermediate and tournament level players who are ambulatory or use a manual chair. Players can use a sports chair which can be provided.
Offered year round at A.C. Nielsen Tennis Center; Winnetka, IL
Saturdays | 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Upcoming Dates: 1/05, 1/12, 1/19, 1/26, 2/02, 2/09, 2/16, 2/23, 3/02, 3/09, 3/16, 3/23, 3/30, 4/06, 4/13, 4/27, 5/04, 5/11, 5/18, 6/01, 6/08, 6/15, 6/22, 6/29
Youth, Teen & Adult – Wheelchair & Ambulatory
Any questions about GLASA’s Tennis program, please contact Jourdan Thunberg at [email protected] or call 847-283-0908.
This program requires an Annual GLASA Membership. All participants must have a current GLASA Membership and be registered for all sports programs they are involved in.
Once weekly practices are conducted in spring and summer, along with year-round clinics and consultations. GLASA coaches have an extensive background in track and field, including USA Track and Field Certification, United States Paralympic Track and Field Certification and international track and field experience.
Sighted guides can be available if needed.
Indoor Limited Practice
- Ambulatory Practice for Runners & Jumpers
- Coaches will work on core, strength & conditioning and form in preparation for the outdoor season. This will also include video and classroom sessions.
- Saturdays | 9:00 – 11:00 am
- Upcoming Dates: 1/05, 1/12*, 1/19, 1/26*, 2/09, 2/16, 3/02*, 3/09*, 3/16, 3/30, 4/06
- Lake Forest College- Sports & Recreation Center; Lake Forest, IL
- *Evanston High School; Evanston, IL
- Teen & Adult – Ambulatory & Visual Impairments
- Roller Workout
- Don’t let bad or inclement weather stop you from getting a workout in! Rollers will be set up indoors to allow for a two hour workout.
- Saturdays | 12:30 – 2:30 pm
- Upcoming Dates: 1/02, 1/19, 1/26, 2/09, 2/16, 3/23
- GLASA Office; Lake Forest, IL
- Teen & Adult – Wheelchair & Track Chair users
- Field Practice
- Coaches will work on technique and strength in preparation for the outdoor season.
- Tuesdays | 4:00 – 5:00 pm
- January through April
- Lake County Sports Complex; Waukegan, IL
- Teen & Adult – Wheelchair & Ambulatory
Outdoor Full Team Practice
- Ambulatory and Wheelchair Track, Field, & Jumps
- It’s time to put all your off-season preparation to the test! Travel to several local, regional, and national meets throughout the summer, while continuing to perfect technique and improve strength at weekly practices.
- Saturdays | 8:00 am – 12:00* pm
- Offered Spring through Summer- Specific dates coming soon
- Lake Forest High School; Lake Forest, IL
- *Athletes will be scheduled for a workout during this time
- Youth, Teen & Adult – Wheelchair, Ambulatory & Visual Impairments
Any questions about GLASA’s Track & Field program, please contact Cindy Housner at [email protected] or call 847-283-0908.
This program requires an Annual GLASA Membership to participate. All participants must have a current GLASA Membership and be registered for all sports programs they are involved in.
Offered during the Summer in Southern Wisconsin
Youth, Teen & Adult – Wheelchair, Ambulatory & Visual Impairments
Any questions about GLASA’s Adaptive Waterskiing program, please contact Cindy Housner at [email protected] or call 847-283-0908.
This program is included in the Annual GLASA Membership. Participants with a current Membership must be registered for all sports programs they are involved in. Those without a Membership may attend based on availability, however, additional fees may be required. A current waiver must also be on file.
- You must dribble once for every two pushes to avoid traveling
- There is no double dribble violation
- The front casters of the shooter’s chair may be over the free-throw and three-point lines during a shot, the rear wheels must remain behind the lines until the ball is released
- There is still a 3-second lane violation, however, if a person is trapped in the lane and continues to try to exit the lane a 3-second violation will not be called
- Junior Prep Division: utilizes a Spalding Rookie ball that is smaller and lighter than a women’s ball, plays with an 8’-6” high basket, uses a 13’ free-throw line, and plays four eight-minute quarters
GLASA has two teams (the GLASA G-Cats), a Junior Prep Division team and a Junior Varsity Division team. The G-Cats travel to at least one tournament per month, with the opportunity to qualify for the IHSA State Tournament and the National Junior Wheelchair Basketball Tournament. Players will use a sports chair which will be provided by GLASA.
Offered Fall through Winter at Lake Forest College- Sports & Recreation Center; Lake Forest, IL
Saturdays | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Upcoming Dates: 2/16, 3/2, 3/9
Youth & Teen – Wheelchair & Ambulatory
Any questions about GLASA’s Wheelchair Basketball program, please contact Jourdan Thunberg at [email protected] or call 847-283-0908.
This program requires an Annual GLASA Membership to participate. All participants must have a current GLASA Membership and be registered for all sports programs they are involved in.
For individuals who are ambulatory (walk upright), utilize a manual or power wheelchair or have no disability, all are welcome. Scrimmages will be conducted amongst players. Sports chairs will be available to all players.
Offered 6-weeks every season (indoor and outdoor)
Teen & Adult – Wheelchair & Ambulatory
Indoor Season during Winter
Tuesdays | 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Upcoming Dates: 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/26, 3/05
Lake Forest College- Sports & Recreation Center; Lake Forest, IL
Outdoor Season during Summer and Fall
College of Lake County; Grayslake, IL
Any questions about GLASA’s Wheelchair Football program, please contact Micaela Venus at [email protected] or call 847-283-0908.
This program is part of the Annual Membership Program. All participants must have a current GLASA Membership and be registered for all sports programs they are involved in.
Participants must be independent with free movements and transfers.
Offered Fall through Spring
Fridays | 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Bannockburn, IL
Youth, Teen & Adult – Wheelchair, Ambulatory & Visual Impairments
Any questions about GLASA’s Adaptive Yoga program, please contact Micaela Venus at [email protected] or call 847-283-0908.
This program requires an Annual GLASA Membership to participate. All participants must have a current GLASA Membership and be registered for all sports programs they are involved in.