Volunteer Opportunities

Join our movement to make meaningful movement accessible for every body.

Not just for the able, the exceptional, and the naturals. Everybody and every body deserves the life-changing benefits of exercise.

At WASA, we’re determined to deliver adaptive and functional fitness to everyone in Wisconsin.

Volunteer Interest Form - REQUIRED FOR ALL NEW VOLUNTEERS

You MUST complete the Volunteer Interest Form BEFORE signing up for ANY of the below opportunities.

If you have any questions or issues completing, please email ericawilson@wasa.org.

PARENTS AND YOUTH VOLUNTEERS MUST FILL OUT SEPARATE APPLICATIONS. DO NOT SUBMIT ONE APPLICATION FOR TWO PEOPLE.

We appreciate your interest in volunteering. For the safety of our athletes and our community, some volunteer roles may require an additional background check.

Volunteer Opportunites

From coaching to concession stands and everything in between, we rely on volunteers to help keep our program costs low and our impact high.

We have a variety of opportunities including single-day events and service opportunities for the whole family.

  • Booth/Display Representative

  • Coach/Support Staff

  • Events Volunteer (Big Cheeses/Fundraisers)

  • Fundraising Committee

  • Marketing Committee

  • Newsletter (Writing/Editing)

  • Office/Clerical

  • Presenter/Speaker

  • Sports Ambassador/Outreach

  • Sports and Fitness Planning Committee

  • Technology

  • Others

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Current Volunteer Opportunities

  • Rugby practice

    Location: Frank Lloyd Wright Intermediate School 9501 W Cleveland Ave, West Allis, WI 53227

    Time: 5:30pm to 8:30pm

    Dates: Fridays, September 11th though December 18th *No practice 10/9, 11/27, 12/4

    Roles and Responsibilities:

    • Assist with equipment loading, unloading, and chair setup

    • Assist athletes with transfers

    • Support drills and activities

    • Participate in drills and scrimmaging when more people needed

    Sign Up: If you are interested in volunteering, please complete the volunteer interest form and then directly contact Rugby Coach, Sara Huchins, at sara.hutchins22@gmail.com

  • Varsity Basketball practice

    Support athletes ages 14-18 as they sharpen their skills and prepare for competitive play.

    Location(s):

    Tuesday - St. Dominic’s Catholic Parish (18255 W Capitol Dr, Brookfield, WI 53045)

    Thursday - West Suburban YMCA  (2420 N 124th St, Wauwatosa, WI 53226)

    Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

    Dates: Tuesday’s starting September 22nd

    Roles and Responsibilities:

    • Assist coaches

    • Facilitate drills and activities

    • Help with equipment and wheelchairs

    • Promote safe and inclusive team environment

    • Don’t be afraid to get in a chair and join the action!

  • Prep Basketball practice

    Help young athletes ages 6-13 build their skills, confidence, and teamwork in a fun and supportive environment.

    Location: Lumin Granville School, 8242 N Granville Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53224

    Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

    Dates: Saturday’s starting October 3rd

    Roles and Responsibilities:

    • Assist athletes on and off the court

    • Support drills and activities

    • Help with equipment and wheelchairs

    • Encourage athletes throughout practice

    • Be ready to get in a chair and play too if needed

  • Sled Hockey practice

    Support athletes as they experience the excitement of adaptive ice hockey while building skills, confidence, and teamwork.

    Location: Uihlein Ice Arena, 2100 W Fairy Chasm Rd, River Hills, WI 53217

    Time: 6:30pm to 8:00pm

    Dates: Sundays starting October 4th

    Roles and Responsibilities:

    • Assist athletes on and off the ice

    • Help with equipment

    • Support coaches with drills as needed

    • Come ready to encourage athletes, be part of the team, and enjoy the action on the ice!

  • WASA’s Try-It at Marquette University with Adaptive Abilities Club

    WASA’s Try-It at Marquette University with Adaptive Abilities Club

    Location: Wellness & Helfaer Recreation Center, 525 N 16th St., Milwaukee, WI

    Time: 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM

    Date: Saturday, October 17th

    Roles and Responsibilities:

    • Help with activities

    • Encourage participants

    • Assist with equipment loading, unloading, chair setup

    • Parking lot attendant