Play It Forward

Play It Forward Contact information, map and directions, contact form, opening hours, services, ratings, photos, videos and announcements from Play It Forward, Charitable organisation, 1820 Channel Rd, New York, NY.

Our mission is to empower children, adults, and veterans with disabilities to keep moving forward, overcome barriers, inspire personal growth, and discover their potential through adaptive sports.

We’re still riding the wave of an incredible Adaptive Surf Event in NYC! A big thank you to Reel Medical Consulting for ...
08/20/2026

We’re still riding the wave of an incredible Adaptive Surf Event in NYC!

A big thank you to Reel Medical Consulting for sponsoring this year’s event and helping make such a memorable day possible for our community.

Reel Medical Consulting brings real-world medical expertise to the television and film industry, providing experienced medical professionals who help productions bring medically accurate stories and scenes to life, from script development and preparation to on-set consulting. Their New York team provides medical consulting expertise to television and film productions throughout the New York area.

Community partners like Reel Medical Consulting help Wheeling Forward create more opportunities for people with disabilities to get active, try something new, and experience the power of adaptive sports.

Thank you to the entire Reel Medical Consulting team for supporting Wheeling Forward and this year’s Adaptive Surf Event! 💙

08/20/2026

**Adaptive Water Ski NYC 2026 – Event Postponement Update**

Unfortunately, due to the expected inclement weather, this Saturday, August 22nd’s Adaptive Water Ski NYC 2026 event is being postponed. We are exploring a possible rain date and will share updates as soon as we have more information. Thank you for your understanding.

07/24/2026

What an unforgettable day. 🌊

Adaptive Surf NYC 2026 brought together incredible surfers, dedicated instructors, and more than 500 amazing volunteers to help over 150 participants experience the joy and freedom of catching a wave.

To everyone who showed up, cheered, volunteered, coached, surfed, and made this day possible, thank you. Your time, energy, and heart created memories that will last a lifetime.

Until next year... 🤙💙

📸 Special thanks to Mikhail Lipyanskiy for capturing the magic.

06/22/2026

Every person deserves the chance to experience the joy, freedom, and connection that sports and recreation provide.

Through Play It Forward, we're creating opportunities for people with disabilities to get out on the water, onto the court, and into the community through adaptive sports and recreation programs that make participation possible for everyone.

From adaptive surfing and watersports to clinics, events, and new experiences, every program helps build confidence, independence, friendships, and unforgettable memories.

When we invest in accessibility and inclusion, we create a world where everyone has the opportunity to play, compete, explore, and thrive.

If you believe in the power of adaptive sports to change lives, consider making a gift to help us expand these opportunities and reach even more individuals living with disabilities.

Join us as we continue to Play It Forward.

https://charity.pledgeit.org/play-it-forward-donate

Volunteers Needed for Adaptive Surf NYC 2026! 🏄♿On July 11th, we'll welcome children and adults with disabilities to Roc...
06/19/2026

Volunteers Needed for Adaptive Surf NYC 2026! 🏄♿

On July 11th, we'll welcome children and adults with disabilities to Rockaway Beach for a day of adaptive surfing, community, and empowerment, and we need YOUR HELP to make it happen.

Whether you're assisting participants, helping with event logistics, or cheering people on from the shoreline, you'll play an important role in creating an unforgettable experience. No surfing experience necessary, training is provided!

📍 Rockaway Beach, Queens, NY
📅 Saturday, July 11, 2026

Join us in helping more people experience the freedom, confidence, and joy of catching their first wave.

Sign up to volunteer today: https://pro.software4nonprofits.com/.../cause.../MjQzMzU1

Want to make an even bigger impact for Adaptive Surf NYC 2026? Create your own Peer-to-Peer Fundraiser! 🌊🏄‍♀️ Our Adapti...
06/02/2026

Want to make an even bigger impact for Adaptive Surf NYC 2026? Create your own Peer-to-Peer Fundraiser! 🌊🏄‍♀️

Our Adaptive Surf NYC 2026 fundraising campaign is now live, and we're looking for passionate supporters to create their own peer-to-peer fundraising pages and help us bring this incredible event to life.

Every year, Adaptive Surf NYC gives children, adults, and veterans with disabilities the opportunity to experience the freedom, confidence, and joy that comes from riding a wave. Through Play It Forward, participants break barriers, build community, and discover that their potential is limitless.

Here's how you can help:
🏄 Create your own fundraising page
🌊 Set a personal fundraising goal
💙 Share your story and why inclusion matters to you
📣 Invite friends, family, and colleagues to support your efforts

The best part? You don't have to do it alone. Our fundraising platform makes it easy to create a page, track your progress, and inspire others to join the movement.

Together, we can ensure Adaptive Surf NYC 2026 is an unforgettable experience for every athlete who takes on the waves this July.

👉 Start your fundraising page or make a donation today:
https://charity.pledgeit.org/adaptive-surf-nyc-2026-fundraise (click Join Our Team from this page to get started!)

🌊🏄 Adaptive Surf NYC 2026 is making waves this summer! ♿☀️Join Play It Forward on Saturday, July 11, 2026, for an unforg...
05/18/2026

🌊🏄 Adaptive Surf NYC 2026 is making waves this summer! ♿☀️

Join Play It Forward on Saturday, July 11, 2026, for an unforgettable day of adaptive surfing, community, music, food, and fun at Rockaway Beach in Queens, NY.

Designed for children and adults with disabilities, Adaptive Surf NYC creates an inclusive, safe, and empowering environment where participants can learn new skills, ride NYC waves with professional surf instructors, and connect with others in the disability community.

📍 Rockaway Beach & Beach 69th St, Queens, NY
📅 Saturday, July 11, 2026

Event highlights include:
✔️ Adaptive surf sessions
✔️ Live DJ & entertainment
✔️ FREE lunch & refreshments
✔️ Giveaways & prizes
✔️ A full day of connection, empowerment, and beach fun

Families, friends, and supporters are all encouraged to attend and cheer participants on!

Calling All Volunteers! 🙌

We are also seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help make this incredible event a success. Volunteers are essential to creating a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable experience for everyone involved, and training will be provided.

Whether you’re helping on the beach, supporting participants, or simply bringing positive energy, you can make a real difference. Sign up to join our amazing team and help create an unforgettable day for the disability community.

Everyone belongs here. 🌊

Register today: https://pro.software4nonprofits.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MjQzMzU1

04/10/2026

❄️⛷️ Adaptive Snow Skiing with Disabled Veterans 🇺🇸💙

This January and February 2026, Wheeling Forward and Play It Forward partnered with Leaps of Faith Adaptive Skiers to bring an incredible group of veterans with disabilities from the James J. Peters VA Medical Center (Bronx, NY) to Mount Southington Ski Area in Connecticut for a day of adaptive snow skiing.

For many participants, it was their first time skiing in an adaptive setting, and the excitement was felt from the moment they arrived on the mountain. With the help of trained instructors and specialized adaptive equipment, veterans were able to safely experience the thrill of skiing while enjoying the beauty of the winter landscape.

The day was filled with laughter, encouragement, and camaraderie as everyone cheered each other on and celebrated every run down the slopes. By the end of the day, one question kept coming up: “When can we do this again?”

Events like this remind us how powerful adaptive sports can be. Creating joyful, empowering experiences and proving that so much is possible. 💙

Learn more about our partner Leaps of Faith Adaptive Skiers
🔗 https://www.lofadaptiveskiers.org/

Follow and for more incredible events like these.

🏄‍♂️🌊 Making Waves This Winter with Our Veterans 🌊🏄‍♂️Play It Forward recently partnered with Skudin Surf and James J. P...
03/24/2026

🏄‍♂️🌊 Making Waves This Winter with Our Veterans 🌊🏄‍♂️

Play It Forward recently partnered with Skudin Surf and James J. Peters Veterans Affairs Medical Center to host an unforgettable day of Adaptive Indoor Surfing for Veterans with Disabilities at the American Dream Mall wave pool.

On January 23, approximately 15 veterans hit the waves, many for the very first time. From start to finish, the energy was incredible, with participants cheering each other on, sharing laughs, and already asking, “When can we come back?”

This unique experience created a safe, accessible space for veterans to try something new, especially meaningful during the winter months when opportunities for adaptive recreation can be limited.

Moments like these highlight the power of adaptive sports to foster joy, connection, and adventure. And with such an overwhelming response, we’re excited to share that another outing is already in the works!

💙 Thank you to our amazing partners for helping make this day possible.

Follow Play It Forward and Wheeling Forward to learn more about our work.

03/12/2026

We’re incredibly honored to share that Wheeling Forward and our co-founder Alex Elegudin were mentioned on CNN News Nightcap with Abby Phillip!

Reporter highlights Play It Forward and the life-changing work being done to empower people with disabilities to live every day to the fullest.

This national spotlight is a powerful reminder of why we do what we do. Through advocacy, adaptive sports, and community-building, Wheeling Forward is committed to creating opportunity, access, and independence for people with disabilities everywhere.

To see our mission recognized on CNN is not just exciting, it’s a testament to our incredible community, supporters, and the resilient individuals we serve every day. 💙♿

Watch the clip and let us know what you think! And if you believe in a world with greater accessibility and inclusion, join us in moving the mission forward.

Follow and to help support our mission. 💙🧡

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