Columbia, MO Programs
All Athletes with Physical Disabilities are Welcome!
DASA programming is geared towards individuals with Spina Bifida, Spinal Cord Injury, Cerebral Palsy, Amputee, Visual Impairment, Muscular Dystrophy, Multiple Sclerosis, Traumatic Brain Injury, or an Orthopedic diagnosis.
For any individual with a diagnosis not listed above, please refer to the Recreation Council of Greater St. Louis. You can find more information on other organizations and resources on our Athlete Resources page under the “Contact Us” tab in our title menu.
Register Today
If you are new to DASA you can register for any of our awesome sports or activities by going to our registration page and following our 2 simple steps. Once your new athlete form has been processed, we will be in touch personally to let you know when you may begin registration.
We currently offer Recreation programs in the Mid-Missouri area. We welcome athletes from the Columbia area to participate in our competitive programming, but please be aware that competitive practices take place in the St. Louis Area. Click here to learn more about our competition programs!
Get inspired, gain strength, and live the quality of life you deserve with DASA. We can’t wait to see you!
Session 3: 2023 COMO Sports
Registration opens Monday, 8/21. Programs begin the week of Sept 10th and last into mid October. Click the sports to see details.*
*Dates, times, locations are subject to change.
Adaptive Weight Training
Athletes will engage in strength & conditioning stations including weight lifting. This training can prepare the athlete for a future in Para Powerlifting as well as an additional day to maintain strength and conditioning training!
Para Powerlifting is open to male and female athletes with physical impairments. The bench press is the sport’s single discipline. Competitors must lower the bar to the chest, hold it motionless on the chest and then press it upwards to arms length with locked elbows. Athletes are given three attempts and the winner is the athlete who lifts the highest number of kilograms.
COMO
- When: Sundays, 3:00pm-4:00pm
- Dates: 4/2, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7 and 5/14
- Location: MAC, 2900 Forum Blvd, Columbia, MO 65203
- Cost: $45
Rock Climbing
Adaptive Rock Climbing is an amazing sport for our athletes. At DASA, we make sure that every athlete can make it to the top! We have experienced rock climbers making sure this activity is completely safe for our athletes and volunteers.
- When: Thursdays, 6:00pm-7:30pm
- Dates: 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, 10/12 and 10/19
- Location: COMO Rocks, 205 E Nifong Blvd, Suite 120, Columbia, MO 65203
- Cost: $90 for the entire session; $18/class
Swimming
Learn to swim with one-on-one instruction. DASA swim lessons emphasize core strength, body awareness, endurance, and water safety. We begin with basic full body movement and letting the child get comfortable with their own abilities in the water. DASA swimmers typically do not use flotation devices which helps with developing greater self-awareness of their body and their abilities in the water.
There are 2 different sessions from which to choose (5:30pm-6:15pm & 6:15pm-7:00pm).
- When: Wednesdays
- Dates: 9/13, 9/20, 9/27, 10/4, 10/11 and 10/18
- Where: Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center, 2601 S Providence Rd, Columbia, MO 65203
- Cost: $45
**EACH CLASS MUST HAVE A MINIMUM OF 3 SWIMMERS. DASA RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CANCEL A CLASS IF THE MINIMUM IS NOT MET. ATHLETES WILL BE NOTIFIED PRIOR TO THE START OF CLASS.**
Wheelchair Basketball-Skills & Drills
Learn Basketball Skills & Drills. This is your chance to try out the sport before committing to the DASA Competitive team!
- Saturdays, 10:30am-12:00pm
- Dates: 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 and 10/21
- Where: Woodcrest Chapel, 2201 W Nifong Blvd, Columbia, MO 65203
- Cost: $45
Session 2: 2023 COMO Sports
Registration will open March 6th at 10am. Programs will begin the week of March 26th. Click the sports to see details.
Strength & Conditioning (Virtual)
Join us for a 30-minute total body strength and high-intensity interval training workout adapted for all abilities. Be ready to sweat and work hard as our gym trainers keep you moving!
- When: Mondays, 6:00pm-6:30pm
- Dates: 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, & 5/1
- Where: From the comfort of your own home. It’s virtual!
- Cost: $40
Swimming Lessons
There are 2 different sessions from which to choose (5:30pm-6:15pm & 6:15pm-7:00pm).
- When: Wednesdays
- Dates: 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10
- Where: Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center, 2601 S Providence Rd, Columbia, MO 65203
- Cost: $45
**EACH CLASS MUST HAVE A MINIMUM OF 3 SWIMMERS. DASA RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CANCEL A CLASS IF THE MINIMUM IS NOT MET. ATHLETES WILL BE NOTIFIED PRIOR TO THE START OF CLASS.**
Track & Field
Try your skills at racing on the track; throwing the shot put, discus & javelin; and flying high in the long jump!
- When: Tuesdays
- Dates: 4/4, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9
- Where: Battle High School
- Cost: $50 (Rec Only)
Adaptive Weight Training
Athletes will engage in strength & conditioning stations including weight lifting. This training will prepare the athlete for a future in Para Powerlifting.
Para Powerlifting is open to male and female athletes with physical impairments. The bench press is the sport’s single discipline. Competitors must lower the bar to the chest, hold it motionless on the chest and then press it upwards to arms length with locked elbows. Athletes are given three attempts and the winner is the athlete who lifts the highest number of kilograms.
- Sundays, 3:00pm-4:00pm
- Dates: 4/2, 4/9, 4/16 4/23, 4/30, 5/7
- Location: MAC, 2900 Forum Blvd, Columbia, MO 65203
- Cost: $45
Wheelchair Basketball (skills & drills)
Learn Basketball Skills & Drills. This is your chance to try out the sport before committing to the DASA Competitive team!
- Saturdays, 10:30am-12:00pm
- Dates: 4/1, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6 & 5/13
- Where: Woodcrest Chapel, 2201 W Nifong Blvd, Columbia, MO 65203
- Cost: $45
Adaptive Yoga (Virtual or in STL)
EVERYONE can practice yoga! We offer classes lying on the ground, seated on the floor, seated in a chair or wheelchair, kneeling or standing. We offer two different times, 5:45-6:15 for youth and 6:15-7:00 for teens, adults and veterans.
- When: Wednesdays 5:45-7:00
- Dates: 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3
- Where: Promise Community Homes, 1240 Dautel Ln. St. Louis, MO
- Cost: $40
*IF WE DO NOT HAVE 3 ATHLETES REGISTERED BEFORE THE START OF THE SESSION WE WILL HAVE TO CANCEL PROGRAMMING.
Session 1: 2023 COMO Sports
Registration will open January 9th. Programs will begin the week of January 22nd. Click the sports to see details.
Strength & Conditioning (Virtual)
Join us for a 45-minute total body strength and high-intensity interval training workout adapted for all abilities. Be ready to sweat and work hard as our gym trainers keep you moving!
- When: Mondays, 6:00pm-6:45pm
- Dates: 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20 & 2/27
- Where: From the comfort of your own home. It’s virtual!
- Cost: $40
Swimming Lessons
There are 2 different sessions from which to choose (5:30pm-6:15pm & 6:15pm-7:00pm).
- When: Wednesdays
- Dates: 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22, 3/1
- Where: Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center, 2601 S Providence Rd, Columbia, MO 65203
- Cost: $45
**EACH CLASS MUST HAVE A MINIMUM OF 3 SWIMMERS. DASA RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CANCEL A CLASS IF THE MINIMUM IS NOT MET. ATHLETES WILL BE NOTIFIED PRIOR TO THE START OF CLASS.**
Adaptive Weight Training
Athletes will engage in strength & conditioning stations including weight lifting. This training will prepare the athlete for a future in Para Powerlifting.
Para Powerlifting is open to male and female athletes with physical impairments. The bench press is the sport’s single discipline. Competitors must lower the bar to the chest, hold it motionless on the chest and then press it upwards to arms length with locked elbows. Athletes are given three attempts and the winner is the athlete who lifts the highest number of kilograms.
- Sundays, 3:00-4:00pm
- Dates: 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19 & 2/26
- Location: MAC, 2900 Forum Blvd, Columbia, MO 65203
- Cost: $45
Wheelchair Basketball-Skills & Drills
Learn Basketball Skills & Drills. This is your chance to try out the sport before committing to the DASA Competitive team!
COMO
- Sundays, 5-6:30pm
- Dates: 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19 & 2/26
- Where: Woodcrest Chapel, 2201 W Nifong Blvd, Columbia, MO 65203
- Cost: $45
Adaptive Yoga (Virtual or in STL)
EVERYONE can practice yoga! We offer classes lying on the ground, seated on the floor, seated in a chair or wheelchair, kneeling or standing. Classes may be taken virtual or in-person: Register now and decide location later!
- When: Wednesdays 6:00-6:45
- Dates: 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22, 3/1
- Where: The DASA Box (INSIDE Mid Rivers Mall, next to the Ability Gym) or VIRTUAL
- Cost: $40
*IF WE DO NOT HAVE 3 ATHLETES REGISTERED BEFORE THE START OF THE SESSION WE WILL HAVE TO CANCEL PROGRAMMING.
Session 4: 2022 COMO Sports
Registration will open October 10th. Programs will begin the week of October 30th. Click the sports to see details.*
*Dates, times, locations are subject to change.
Strength & Conditioning (Virtual)
Join us for a 45-minute total body strength and high-intensity interval training workout adapted for all abilities. Be ready to sweat and work hard as our gym trainers keep you moving!
- When: Mondays, 6:00pm-6:45pm
- Dates: 11/7, 11/14, 11/21, 11/28, 12/5
- Where: From the comfort of your own home. It’s virtual!
- Cost: $40
Swimming Lessons
There are 2 different sessions from which to choose (5:30pm-6:15pm & 6:15pm-7:00pm).
- When: Wednesdays
- Dates: 11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/30, 12/7
- Where: Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center, 2601 S Providence Rd, Columbia, MO 65203
- Cost: $45
**EACH CLASS MUST HAVE A MINIMUM OF 3 SWIMMERS. DASA RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CANCEL A CLASS IF THE MINIMUM IS NOT MET. ATHLETES WILL BE NOTIFIED PRIOR TO THE START OF CLASS.**
Adaptive Weight Lifting
Athletes will engage in strength & conditioning stations including weight lifting. This training will prepare the athlete for a future in Para Powerlifting.
Para Powerlifting is open to male and female athletes with physical impairments. The bench press is the sport’s single discipline. Competitors must lower the bar to the chest, hold it motionless on the chest and then press it upwards to arms length with locked elbows. Athletes are given three attempts and the winner is the athlete who lifts the highest number of kilograms.
- Sundays, 3-4pm
- Dates: 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/27, 12/4
- Location: MAC, 2900 Forum Blvd, Columbia, MO 65203
- Cost: $45
Wheelchair Basketball-Skills & Drills
Learn Basketball Skills & Drills. This is your chance to try out the sport before committing to the DASA Competitive team!
- Sundays, 5-6:30pm
- Dates: 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/27, 12/4
- Where: Woodcrest Chapel, 2201 W Nifong Blvd, Columbia, MO 65203
- Cost: $45
Who is Eligible to Participate?
DASA works with cognitively age-appropriate individuals 5 years of age and older, including military veterans and injured first responders, living with permanent physical, visual, and hearing disabilities who have difficulty leading an independent life and participating in sports with their non-disabled peers.
DASA empowers people of all ages who have:
- Cerebral Palsy
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Spina Bifida
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Amputation
- Deaf or Hard of Hearing
- Visual Impairment
- Neuromuscular/Orthopedic Conditions
Come join us to gain strength, endurance, and camaraderie!
Registration is a Must
Please register for each event using our special registration form. We need you to register prior to attending our events.
We encourage all of our athletes from around St. Louis, St. Charles, and Columbia, MO, to join us for any of these events. We can’t wait to see you and inspire each other with fun, laughter, and physical movement, and get fit!
Sponsor & Volunteer
Our fundraisers simply could not happen without the support of our community, sponsors, and volunteers. We are grateful beyond measure and love to see how your help changes our athlete’s lives.
Become a sponsor. To learn more about sponsorship and what it means to be a sponsor, go to our Become a Sponsor page and be sure to contact us to get started.
Become a volunteer. Volunteering at our sporting events, clinics, fundraisers, camps, and other exciting specialty programs is inspiring and fun and leads to a camaraderie that sparks motivation in all of us to explore our diffabilities. Learn how to become a volunteer on our Volunteer page and follow the simple steps.
If you have any questions or want to get started helping today, contact our team and let’s do this!
We would love to learn more about your fitness needs and how DASA can help, please do not hesitate to reach out!
Sportacular Fusion
November 4, 2023May 28, 2020 - 4:10 pm
Arch Madness Wheelchair Basketball Tournament
November 11-12, 2023October 20, 2022 - 10:36 am
Winter Jam
December 16, 2023October 6, 2021 - 4:20 pm
Sled Hockey Tournament
February 9-11, 2024December 21, 2021 - 11:02 pm
Power Soccer Tournament
February 17-18, 2024December 21, 2021 - 11:00 pm
