ADAPTIVE RECREATION

from Recreation Guide - Spring/Summer 2021

FITNESS AND WELLNESS

COLORADO ROCKIES GAME

Join the Adaptive Recreation Program for a day of fun cheering on the Colorado Rockies! Transportation is provided.

Ages: 12+ Fee: $20 Date: June 6 Day/time: Sunday, 11:30 a.m. (Game time is 1:10 p.m.) Location: Coors Field (meet at the Recreation Center if transportation is needed)

HORSEBACK RIDING SUMMER CAMP

Learn the basics of grooming and moving safely around horses as well as how to halter, lead and tack a horse (with assistance).

Campers will participate in therapeutic riding instruction and mounted games. Campers are encouraged to wear sturdy shoes or boots, long pants and bring a water bottle and snack.

Ages: 10–16 Fee: $100 Dates: June 7–11, July 12–16, July 26–30 Day/time: Monday–Friday, 9–10 a.m., 10:30–11:30 a.m., 12–1 p.m. Location: Colorado HorsePower

ADAPTIVE FAMILY FUN NIGHTS

Adaptive Family Fun Nights will be offered the second Friday of every month for adaptive families. All family members are welcome and encouraged to participate.

Fee: Free; registration required Day/time: Friday, 5–6:30 p.m. Dates: May 14, June 11 and July 9 Location: Recreation Center Pool

COOKIES WITH WELLSPRING

Enjoy a sweet treat with Wellspring! The class is lead by the Wellspring pastry chefs and each participant will be able to take their decorated cookies home to share with their family.

Ages: 5+ Fee: $5 Dates: May 13, June 17, July 15 and Aug. 19 Day/time: Thursday, 4:30–5:15 p.m. Location: Wellspring Bakery

ADAPTIVE POPUP ART LAB

Join us for a fun adventure in a variety of art and painting classes! Students will learn techniques to create their own art pieces to reflect their individual style. Classes start with the same theme, but each piece turns out unique. All supplies are included.

Ages: 5+ Fee: $10 Dates: May 21, June 18, and Aug. 13 Day/time: Friday, 5–6:30 p.m. Location: Recreation Center Lodge The National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD) is one of the largest therapeutic recreation agencies in the world. NSCD offers a variety of year-round sports and recreational adventures.

NSCD SUMMER CAMP

Participants will engage in team building, ninja warrior course, archery, a lake day, rafting, rock climbing, and zip-lining.

Athletes and staff should wear comfortable clothing, sneakers and breathable clothing for working out. Bring any snacks that meet your dietary needs and a water bottle. Please be prepared to exercise!

Ages: 12+ Fee: $100 Dates: June 21–25 Day/time: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Location: Meet at the MAC, off site locations vary per day

NSCD SKI AND BOARD

NSCD offers ski or snowboard lessons at Winter Park. This five-week session includes full days of ski/board lessons, adaptive equipment rental and transportation from Castle Rock and Lone Tree to Winter Park. These lessons are suitable for anyone at any level, including wheelchair users or individuals with vision impairment or physical or cognitive disabilities.

Lessons are one-on-one or two-on-one if needed. More information to come. Signup will begin in September.