BORP Adaptive Sports and Recreation

10/07/2026

Free Give Away at the EXPO Community Party!
We have an exciting give away to one lucky person at our community after party. Get five stamps during the Expo and you'll be entered to win this awesome chair! MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN!

Register today for the Expo on October 17th. borp.org/expo

Image description: flyer shows two photos of a mountain trike chair in the mountains and on rocky terrain. Fler reads Adaptive Expo Community Party. October 17 3pm-4:30pm. James Kenny Community Center 1720 8th street Berkeley

10/03/2026

50 years of Moments like this.
Less than One Week Left to Get your Ticket and Celebrate with Us!

The smiles say it all. This photo captures BORP’s Bay Cruisers celebrating their 98 West Coast Regional Championship tournament victory. It’s a snapshot of one proud moment, but the impact of being part of that team was life-changing.

BORP’s history is full of moments worth celebrating: championship victories like this one, and the quieter moments of community in between. The friendships formed at practice, the encouragement to try something new, and the feeling of belonging that brings people back week after week. Their impact reaches far beyond the court, shaping confidence, relationships, and what people imagine is possible for their lives.

At BORP’s 50th Anniversary Gala, we’ll celebrate those moments and the lasting difference they’ve made. We’d love for you to join us.

Registration closes at 11:59PM on October 8th. Don't miss out- get your ticket today. Buy your tickets today! https://tinyurl.com/borp50th

BORP’s 50th Anniversary Gala
Thursday, October 15 | 6–9 p.m.
Tickets: $185 | Student tickets: $100
University Club at California Memorial Stadium, UC Berkeley

Alt-text: Image 1: A photo of six youth athletes in BORP Bay Cruiser jerseys holding a large trophy and smiling.

09/23/2026

For the first time this year, we will partner with to offer mountain biking, along with adaptive cycling and kayaking at the BORP Cycling and Kayaking Center from 10AM - 1PM.

At other locations, try wheelchair basketball, rugby, power soccer, goalball, pickleball, rock climbing, adaptive fitness, and more, with BORP coaches and experienced athletes there to help you get started.

📅 Saturday, October 17
⏰ 10 AM–5:30 PM
📍 James Kenney Community Center + BORP Adaptive Cycling Center + Berkeley Ironworks
🎟️ FREE to attend

Never tried adaptive sports before? Perfect. The Expo is designed for beginners, and family and friends are welcome too. A free accessible shuttle will connect all three locations, including service from North Berkeley BART.

And because this is BORP’s 50th year, we’re keeping the party going. Stick around at James Kenney from 3:30–5:30 PM for a special 50th anniversary community after-party, open to all Expo attendees.

Registration is free and strongly encouraged so we can plan for equipment, coaching, and transportation. Sign up now for mountain biking and more at: borp.org/expo

Alt-text: Flyer for the 4th Annual Adaptive Sports Expo with BORP and Access Mammoth logos. A rider in a red helmet on a red adaptive off-road handcycle takes a turn on a forest trail, with a cyclist following behind.

09/09/2026

09/09/2026

For this month's SCI meetup, BORP is hosting a karaoke night!
 Join your community to eat, drink, sing and be merry! We will have appetizers provided by event sponsor HR Healthcare, and a cash bar available. Singing not required-just good vibes.
Please note this is a 21+ event.

Where: Spats Bar*, 1974 Shattuck Ave Berkeley, CA
When: Wednesday, September 16th, 6-8pm
Who: YOU!

Register tinyurl.com/borpsci

09/01/2026

Thank you Berkeleyside for a fantastic article! We are excited for both the Gala on October 15th and our Sports EXPO and community party on October 17th!

Photo Description: An older photo showing athletes in wheelchairs and also athletes running wearing colourful clothing.

https://www.berkeleyside.org/2026/08/31/bay-area-outreach-recreation-program-borp-berkeley?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Daily+Briefing+083126&utm_source=ActiveCampaign&npnl=NTYyMjEyfDgyMmFkNGFkMzU2ZjZmOGU3Y2U3ZTBiYWNhOWNiMGVhZDczMWQwY2RjNjI0N2JkYjg3OTJkOTdmMmMzOTY0MzQ&utm_content=BUSD+closes+classroom+for+hospitalized+students&fbclid=IwY2xjawUD-N1wZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5roHZM2q7jphIk3Ol0koenfYkmesbl7vEZrtF3JR2V1GX2mXNpRyKTqMX9ZA_aem_ZbiGa073DM36fYj6KjapOg

Long the “only game in town” for physically disabled athletes, it launched the country’s first power soccer program in the ’80s.

08/27/2026

Hurry, only 3 days left to have your voice heard!
Speak Up for Accessible Parks
East Bay Regional Park District is creating a new district plan that will guide priorities and improvements for the next 10 years — and your voice matters.
BORP is partnering with East Bay Parks to gather feedback from individuals and families living with disabilities to help ensure the plan reflects the needs of every community they serve.
This is an important opportunity to share your experiences, needs, and ideas for improving access to East Bay parks and programs.
Take the brief survey today for a chance to win a $50 gift card.
Help shape a more inclusive and accessible future for our parks.
English survey, https://bit.ly/3P5sYRN
Spanish survey, https://bit.ly/4exD2xf
If you need access accommodations to fill out the survey, contact [email protected]

East Bay Regional Park District

08/14/2026

What’s your next sport? Come find out at BORP’s 4th Annual Adaptive Sports Expo!

On Saturday, October 17, we’re taking over three Berkeley locations for a full day of adaptive sports, recreation, and community. Try wheelchair basketball, rugby, power soccer, goalball, pickleball, cycling, kayaking, rock climbing, adaptive fitness, and more, with BORP coaches and experienced athletes there to help you get started.

📅 Saturday, October 17
⏰ 10 AM–3 PM
📍 James Kenney Community Center + BORP Adaptive Cycling Center + Berkeley Ironworks
🎟️ FREE to attend

Never tried adaptive sports before? Perfect. The Expo is designed for beginners, and family and friends are welcome too. A free accessible shuttle will connect all three locations, including service from North Berkeley BART.

And because this is BORP’s 50th year, we’re keeping the party going. Stick around at James Kenney from 3:30–5:30 PM for a special 50th anniversary community after-party, open to all Expo attendees.

Registration is free and strongly encouraged so we can plan for equipment, coaching, and transportation. Sign up now through the Expo page on our website: borp.org/expo

Alt-text:

1) flyer featuring a young power soccer player in a power wheelchair kicking a soccer ball across a gym floor.
2. Expo flyer featuring athletes playing goalball in a gym. In the foreground, an athlete wearing blackout eyeshades lunges while preparing to throw a blue goalball. Text reads:
3. flyer featuring a wheelchair basketball player moving across a gym floor as another player dribbles a basketball beside him. Text reads:
4. flyer featuring a smiling young girl holding a blue adaptive recreational device during an outdoor activity.
5. BORP 50th anniversary Adaptive Sports Expo flyer featuring two smiling wheelchair rugby players seated in sports wheelchairs, one holding a white ball.