KNOXVILLE

We provide life changing, community based, adaptive adventure sports programs for people with physical disabilities in Knoxville and the surrounding community.

At this Knoxville location, we offer monthly opportunities for adaptive rock climbing, kayaking, and mountain bike adventures!

ADAPTIVE ROCK CLIMBING

Indoor Rock Climbing: We host a monthly adaptive climbing clinic for youth and adults with a wide range of physical disabilities. These sessions are open to all levels of climber; from those who have never climbed before to experienced climbers looking for regular opportunities to climb with others. These events are held at The Climbing Center at RiverSports. Please park and enter behind RiverSports.

Where: River Sports – 2918 Sutherland Ave, Knoxville, TN 37919

When: 1st Saturday of each month, 10am -12pm

Upcoming Monthly Climbs & Training:
June 3, Climbing Session, 10am-12pm
July 1, Climbing Session, 10am-12pm

Register below to attend any of these events as a participant or a volunteer.

ADAPTIVE MOUNTAIN BIKING

Come and try adaptive mountain biking on the adaptive trails at various locations, including Sharps Ridge (North Side), Baker Creek Preserve, or a greenway.

Where: We will update the location prior to each event.

Upcoming Monthly Cycling & Training:
June 17, 10am-12pm, Location TBA
July 15, 10am-12pm, Location TBA
August 19, 10am-12pm, Location TBA

Register below to attend any of these events as a participant or a volunteer.

ADAPTIVE KAYAKING

Come and enjoy kayaking at The Cove in Knoxville. We use adaptive equipment and trained volunteers to make kayaking accessible to everyone.

Before registering please make sure you meet the Essential Eligibility Criteria for this program.

Location: The Cove – 11808 S Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37922

Fee: $10

Volunteers: We are looking for volunteers to support the adaptive kayaking program. The role includes transporting boats, helping to transfer participants, making adaptions to kayaks, and being on the water in a kayak as a support person.  You do not need to be an experienced kayaker or have your own boat but be willing and able to perform all aspects of the role. To register as a volunteer, first, complete the membership. Our volunteer training will take place on Tuesday, May 23, 4 pm – 6 pm. Register to attend training here.
Once you have registered for the training you will be able to sign up for future kayaking programs on the schedule. Any questions please contact stevie@catalystsports.org

Adaptive Kayaking Schedule 2023