Summer is right around the corner, which means new youth programs at Lakeshore! We offer aquatics, recreation, summer camps and athletic programs for children and youth with a physical disability or chronic health condition as well as siblings without a disability. Not a Lakeshore member? Get started by visiting our membership page. Download our Summer Youth Flyer to see all we have to offer. Registration is now open!
Summer Aquatics/Athletics Registration
Summer Session: May 27 – July 31
Summer Camps/Events
JAWS Camp – Ages 6 to 18
June 30 – July 3
Junior Ambulatory and Wheelchair Sports Camp (JAWS Camp) is a fun and exciting way to get introductory level instruction on a variety of adaptive sports which may include wheelchair basketball, tennis, sitting volleyball, power soccer, and swimming. All skill levels welcome and any necessary equipment will be provided.
Inclusion Camp – Ages 6 to 18
July 7-10
Inclusion Camp is designed for youth with a physical disability, chronic health condition, and/or visual impairment and their siblings or a friend. Activities include adapted games, field trips, arts and crafts, and more! Camp will end with our Annual 1K Fun Dash. Participants must be able to function independently in a group setting. Activities will be adapted to the skill level of the participant.
Camp Strive – Ages 4 to 19
June 13-15 OR August 8-10
Camp STRIVE is an overnight family camp for youth with a physical disability, chronic health condition or visual impairment and their immediate family (those living in their household). The weekend camp is held at Children’s Harbor on Lake Martin, and will include adapted water skiing, tubing, fishing, kayaking, boat rides, mini golf, and lake or pool swimming.
Youth Aquatics
ACES (Active Children Exercise & Swim) – Age 4 to 18
Mondays, 3:45-4:30 p.m.
Thursdays, 11:00-11:45 a.m.
Focuses on functional skills, balance, body awareness and other fundamental movement patterns in an aquatic environment incorporating socialization and functional play.
*Advanced Swim – Age 6 to 18
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:00-10:45 a.m.
Focuses on basic water safety skills as well as stroke refinement, speed and endurance.
*Learn to Swim – Age 3 to 12
Mondays 3:00-3:45 p.m.
Thursdays 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Focuses on basic water safety skills as well as developing the fundamentals of swimming in a fun environment.
One-on-one Services – Age 3 to 18
Private Swim Lessons and Personal Training: $36/half hour; 6 sessions for $195; 12 sessions for $360
Tadpoles – Age 3 to 12
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:00-10:45 a.m.
Focuses on functional skills, balance, body awareness, fundamental movement patterns and socialization in an aquatic environment while wearing a cervical flotation device. A parent/guardian may be required to participate depending on the child’s ability.
Wet Tots – Age 6 months to 3 years
Mondays & Wednesdays, 9:30-10:15 a.m.
A parent/child class focusing on strength, flexibility, and fine and gross motor skills.
*Age-appropriate sibling(s) are welcome. All participants must have a current Lakeshore membership.
Youth Athletics
Lakeshore competitive athletics is for youth with a physical disability and/or visual impairment. Athletes have the option to compete at local, regional and national events. No previous athletic experience is required. Lakeshore can provide adapted equipment for competition.
Ambulatory/Seated Track and Field – Age 6 to 22
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5-7 p.m. or by scheduling
Beginner to competitive program for youth with all types of physical disabilities (Ambulatory CP, Amputee, Visually Impaired, Frame Runner and Wheelchair classifications). Practices are held seasonally. Contact: Kris King at
Archery & Shooting – Age 6 to 20
Mondays & Wednesdays : 5-7 p.m.
Beginner to competitive program for youth with all types of physical disabilities. Practices are held seasonally. Outdoor practices can be scheduled individually. Contact: Rob Welty at
Boccia – Age 6 to 18+
Mondays & Wednesdays: 5-6:30 p.m.
Contact: Jimmy Abraham at
Swim Team – Age 6 to 18
Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays: 4-6 p.m.
Tuesdays: 3-5 p.m. at the Birmingham Crossplex
Inclusive league for youth with a physical disability and/or visual impairment, as well as siblings without a disability. Contact: Emily Mallard at
Optional practices beginning May 30:
Fridays: 8-10 a.m.
Wheelchair Tennis – Ages 13 & up
Tuesdays & Wednesdays: 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Participants will be taught the fundamentals of wheelchair tennis and train towards becoming a tournament-level competitor. Participants must be able to independently push a manual chair and consistently make contact with a ball using a racket. Equipment can be provided by Lakeshore if needed. Practices are held year-round. Practice will be held at the Lakeshore Tennis Center or in the Fieldhouse in inclement weather. Contact: Cliff Cook at
