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Chicago Expo Activities

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  • Event

    All About Service Dogs

    Presented by Kristin Hartness (Executive Director, CDK)

    Service dogs can help you achieve more independence in your life. Assisting with all types of tasks, from picking up a cell phone to providing physical stability to counting money, and more! Service dogs are available for people with many different disabilities, including vision and… Learn more

    Events Arena

    Fri, 11:30am–12:30pm

    All About Service Dogs
  • Come learn about sled hockey! Sled hockey follows most of the typical ice hockey rules with the exception of some of the equipment. Players sit in specially designed sleds that sit on top of two hockey skate blades and the players use two sticks instead of one. See the equipment, hear from coaches, ask questions,… Learn more

    Events Arena

    Fri, 12:45pm–1:45pm

    Sled Hockey Demo!
  • Event

    WOW Dance Fitness Party!

    Presented by Justin Graham, NASM-CPT, FNS (Certified Personal Trainer and Founder, WOW Wheelchair Fitness)

    Ready to have a lot of fun and work out at the same time? Come experience a WOW Wheelchair Fitness Class! The class features movements for seated students and is taught by a seated instructor. Featuring elements of weight training, Zumba, and pom-pom dance. Standing… Learn more

    Events Arena

    Fri, 2:15pm–2:45pm

    WOW Dance Fitness Party!
  • Wheelchair basketball follows most of the traditional basketball rules, with few adaptations to the sport. Players use specially designed chairs built for speed, agility, and quick turns, allowing the fast-paced, high-energy nature of the game to shine. See the equipment, try out a chair, ask… Learn more

    Events Arena

    Fri, 3:00pm–3:45pm

    Wheelchair Basketball Demo!
  • Event

    All About Service Dogs

    Presented by Kristin Hartness (Executive Director, CDK)

    Service dogs can help you achieve more independence in your life. Assisting with all types of tasks, from picking up a cell phone to providing physical stability to counting money, and more! Service dogs are available for people with many different disabilities, including vision and… Learn more

    Events Arena

    Sat, 11:30am–12:30pm

    All About Service Dogs
  • Join us for an adaptive dance performance by dancers from Momentum Dance Studio! Then it’s your turn to try a mini dance class, focusing on stretching, building inner core strength, and enjoying the movement and music of dance! The studio has been teaching adaptive dance… Learn more

    Events Arena

    Sat, 12:45pm–1:15pm

    Adaptive Dance Party!
  • Join our Adaptive Core Cardio Workout to strengthen your core, boost endurance, and improve overall stability with tailored exercises for all abilities. Everyone is welcome! Learn more

    Events Arena

    Sat, 12:45pm–1:15pm

    Core Crusher Adaptive Fitness Class
  • Event

    Come Meet Miniature Therapy Horses!

    Presented by Jodie Diegel (RN, MBA, SOUL Harbour Ranch Animal Therapy Program)

    Did you know horses can help people with disabilities?! It’s true! Horses help in many ways and miniature horses have been gaining attention for their strength as therapy animals. Come meet some “mini’s”! Learn why they are “horses” (not ponies) as well as the types… Learn more

    Events Arena

    Sat, 1:45pm–2:15pm

    Come Meet Miniature Therapy Horses!
  • Event

    All About Service Dogs

    Presented by Kristin Hartness (Executive Director, CDK)

    Service dogs can help you achieve more independence in your life. Assisting with all types of tasks, from picking up a cell phone to providing physical stability to counting money, and more! Service dogs are available for people with many different disabilities, including vision and… Learn more

    Events Arena

    Sun, 11:30am–12:30pm

    All About Service Dogs
  • Event

    WOW Dance Fitness Party!

    Presented by Justin Graham, NASM-CPT, FNS (Certified Personal Trainer and Founder, WOW Wheelchair Fitness)

    Ready to have a lot of fun and work out at the same time? Come experience a WOW Wheelchair Fitness Class! The class features movements for seated students and is taught by a seated instructor. Featuring elements of weight training, Zumba, and pom-pom dance. Standing… Learn more

    Events Arena

    Sun, 12:45pm–1:15pm

    WOW Dance Fitness Party!
  • Ready to break a sweat?! Challenge yourself in our Total Body Circuit class, a high-energy workout designed to target every muscle group for a full-body burn and maximum results! Learn more about what Wheel With Me Adapt Fit offers at wheelwithmeadaptfit.com Learn more

    Events Arena

    Sun, 1:45pm–2:15pm

    Total Body Circuit Fitness Class