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Accessible Fitness Centers and Pools

Media Type

Online Resource

Reviewed Date

Jul 1, 2026

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Each of the centers below provides an array of health, fitness, and sports programs for people with physical disabilities. Contact each center directly for detailed information.

Adaptive Sports and Fitness Center at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
Located in the heart of downtown Chicago, the Adaptive Sports and Fitness Program provides a place for people of all levels of ability to reach their fullest potential through clinical care, as well as fitness and recreational sports.
Phone: 312.238.5001

Chicago Park District
Chicago Park District has 66 new/improved fitness centers, of which 22 have ADA accessible equipment.
Phone: 312.742.7529

Chicago Park District - Map List of Accessible Pools
The Chicago Park District manages 50 outdoor pools, 27 indoor pools and works with Chicago Public Schools to operate school pools for community use in areas without a park pool.
Phone: 312.742.PLAY (7529)

City of Chicago Department of Family & Support Services
The City of Chicago offers a Fitness Plus Community Exercise program in 30 neighborhood locations. 
Phone:312.743.0300


Gill Park Pool
Chicago Park District facility that provides accessible indoor pool offering both a pool lift and ADA compliant stairs.
Phone: 312.859.1773

Love Your Brain-Yoga and Meditation Center
This program offers free, evidence-based yoga and mindfulness practices designed specifically for people affected by traumatic brain injury (TBI), including survivors and caregivers. It promotes healing, resilience, and community connection through accessible online and in-person.
No phone number listed

Special Strong
Servicing the Western Chicagoland area, Special Strong offers personalized programs, participants receive tailored exercises suited to their unique abilities.  
Phone: 708.775.3641

Turnstone Health and Fitness Center
Provides an overview of Turnstone’s accessible facilities, including its health and wellness center, therapy gym, fitness center, and sports complex. These spaces are designed to support individuals with disabilities through inclusive programs and adaptive equipment.
Phone: 260.483.2100​​​​​​​

You may also be interested in:

Listing: Grants for Adaptive Sports Equipment
https://www.sralab.org/lifecenter/resources/listing-grants-and-funding-sources-adaptive-sports-equipment-automotive

 

Resource Location

Address

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
355 East Erie
Chicago, IL 60611
United States

This content is provided for general informational and educational purposes only and may not be applicable to your unique circumstances. It is not intended to serve as, and should not be relied upon, as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional about your specific health needs or concerns. The inclusion of any information or resources does not imply endorsement by Shirley Ryan AbilityLab. See full disclaimer.

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