Registration for the National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic opens on Dec. 9 and runs through March 1, 2025. The 2025 clinic will take place Aug. 23-30 in San Diego, offering an extended opportunity for Veterans to partake in adaptive sports.

Eligible Veterans can apply to attend the 2025 Summer Sports Clinic. All accepted Veterans will be eligible to receive a free, roundtrip airline ticket to attend through the generous support of Fisher House Foundation Hero Miles. 

Entering its 18th year, VA’s National Veterans Summer Sports Clinic is a rehabilitative and educational hands-on sporting event for eligible Veterans from across the country who have a range of disabilities to engage in an array of activities, including kayaking, surfing, sailing, cycling and adaptive fitness. Each sport will be tailored to meet the unique needs and abilities of the participating Veterans.

Sense of camaraderie can be transformative

Participation in the Summer Sports Clinic is not only a chance for Veterans to engage in fun and challenging activities, it also offers a support network and sense of camaraderie that can be transformative.

Veterans who have attended previous clinics rave about the positive impact it has had on their physical health and mental well-being, noting that the experience provides a renewed sense of purpose and community. 

This event is not only a celebration of the resilience of our Veterans but also a testament to the power of adaptive sports. Don’t miss the opportunity to be a part of this life-changing experience!

Find more information at the website or reach out to your local VA medical center for assistance.

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9 Comments

  1. Crystal Alexander January 3, 2025 at 09:07

    How do find out about volunteering for events for veterans

  2. Suzanne Lee Ham January 2, 2025 at 12:24

    Like to learn more about the program

  3. Gregory LaRue January 1, 2025 at 22:13

    Can I bring my wife

  4. Richard Rodman December 19, 2024 at 11:06

    I am a 3 time certified fitness trainer and a VET. Let me know how I can help. I live in the Northwest Arkansas area, I can help in person, by Zoom or by phone.

    • Mark Hnatyszyn December 20, 2024 at 09:46

      Do you use volunteers during this great event?

    • RICHARD EVENSON December 20, 2024 at 12:33

      Wow this is what I call above and beyond for the service of less fortunate vets.Thank you

    • Tom January 2, 2025 at 17:46

      Hi Richard-
      By any chance do you have an at home dumbell workout plan you can send a 58 yr old vet?
      I’d be starting from scratch. Fitness level is low to medium. Nerve damage to spinal cord, which somewhat affects the legs.
      Thanks.
      -Tom

  5. Norman A. Mitchell December 18, 2024 at 23:49

    I need the experience.

  6. Gualberto Malave December 18, 2024 at 19:37

    Looking forward to hearing from some about the programs.

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