RMF is much more than basketball. We offer four programs that prepare athletes with disabilities to succeed in life on and off the court.
Wheelchair Basketball Junior Program - now available year round!
This program meets on Saturdays throughout the school year. It is open to all physically disabled youth ages 10 to 18, and incorporates game fundamentals as well as teamwork and cooperation. Open to all skill levels, no charge to participate. Meets Sat., 3 to 5 PM, Hospital for Special Care, Research and Education Center, 370 Osgood Ave. New Britain. For more information or to register contact jconnolly@hsc.org, 860-832-6220
Wheelchair Basketball Youth Camp
Now it its 8th year ,this one week camp is held during the summer in 3 locations, in the greater Hartford, Philadelphia and Boston areas. In addition to player development, camp includes breakout sessions on relevant topics such as nutrition, exercise and secondary education. Open to all skill levels, beginner to advanced. No charge to participate. Check back for exact dates on locations for summer 2016.
Basketball Camp for Wounded, Active Soldiers
RMF is developing basketball camps with the U.S. Army for soldiers living with new disabilities. The camps will expose soldiers to the sport of wheelchair basketball and will help them regain independence and quality of life.
Speaking Engagements
Ryan delivers motivational speeches to schools, businesses and community organizations about living and excelling with a disability. His presentations reduce stigmas about disabilities and demonstrate that the sky's the limit. For information on fees and schedules, contact ryan@ryanmartinfoundation.org
Mentoring
RMF offers one-on-one mentoring to youth with disabilities to help them build life skills, gain independence, and set goals for the future.
