One Day. A Dozen Adaptive Sports. Find Your New Favorite.
Cycling, kayaking, wheelchair basketball, rock climbing, and more, with BORP coaches and experienced participants on hand to help you try something new. Free to attend, open to people with a wide variety of disabilities and their family and friends.
Saturday, October 17, 2026 · 10 AM – 3 PM
James Kenney Community Center, Berkeley, CA
Three Berkeley Locations, One Expo
James Kenney Community Center is the central hub. Come and go across all three sites throughout the day.
James Kenney Community Center
Wheelchair rugby, goalball, power soccer, wheelchair basketball, adaptive fitness classes, and all-day pickleball, plus the Family Fair and resource booths.
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Try handcycles, recumbent trikes, tandem bikes, and adaptive kayaks on the water and trail.
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The Expo Caps Off a Weekend 50 Years in the Making
When the Expo wraps, stay at James Kenney for free food, music, and games to celebrate 50 years of BORP breaking barriers.
See What a Day at the Expo Looks Like
Photos © Scot Goodman, BORP Adaptive Sports Expo 2025.
The Expo Runs on Volunteers
The Expo runs on volunteers. Help make the day happen!
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Free to attend. Registering ahead helps us plan coaching, equipment, and shuttle capacity.
Register nowFrequently Asked Questions
Where does the Expo take place, and when?
Across three Berkeley locations: James Kenney Community Center (10 AM – 3 PM, main hub), the BORP Adaptive Cycling Center (10 AM – 1 PM), and Berkeley Ironworks (12 – 3 PM). A free accessible shuttle connects all three.
What's the after-party?
Stay at James Kenney from 3:30 – 5:30 PM for a community celebration marking 50 years of BORP, open to all Expo attendees.
Do I need to register in advance?
Registration is free and strongly encouraged so we can plan coaching and equipment. It's required for transportation and rock climbing. Haven't registered? You can fill out a short form when you arrive.
Is transportation provided?
Yes. A free accessible shuttle with a lift runs from North Berkeley BART to all three sites. Space is limited, so email transportation@borp.org ahead of time to reserve a spot.
What if I'm blind or low-vision?
Goalball is played entirely by sound with eyeshades for all players. Climbing, cycling, and kayaking all offer sighted guides or tandem/double setups.
What if I have a lower-limb impairment?
Wheelchair basketball, pickleball with adaptive rules, cycling on recumbent trikes and handcycles, and kayaking with transfer support are all great starting points.
What if I have impairment in all four limbs?
Wheelchair rugby and power soccer are built around power-chair and high-support athletes. Cycling, kayaking, and climbing all offer adaptive equipment and transfer assistance.
Can I attend if I've never tried adaptive sports before, or don't have a disability?
Absolutely. The Expo is designed for first-timers, and family, friends, and community members are welcome to join in or observe.
Will there be food?
A food truck will be on-site for purchase, with free snacks and water refill stations available throughout the day.
Other questions? Email info@borp.org or call 510-849-2930.