Therapeutic Recreation

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Cherokee Recreation and Parks Therapeutic Recreation Programs are designed to increase independence and improve quality of life through recreation and leisure for those with special needs.

Each Cherokee Recreation and Parks (CRPA) program is designed to accommodate all abilities. For this reason, you and your family are encouraged to participate in every program CRPA offers.

R EGISTRATION :

Registration for all programs is February 1, 2021, unless otherwise noted. P REREQUISITE :

participants in therapeutic recreation programs (including kaOS Camps) require an assessment prior to registration. The purpose of the assessment is to determine individual skill and ability levels prior to participation. To schedule an assessment, call 770-924-7768. C ONTACT :

For additional information, contact Jarron amburgey at jlamburgey@cherokeega.com.

LeISuRe SPeCTRuM

Would you like to socialize with friends or spend a night on the town away from your parents? Leisure Spectrum is an all-inclusive six-week program that involves weekly field trips into the community. Activities may include bowling, laser tag, movies, art, music, or shopping. Session 1: Tuesdays, March 2 – April 13 (no meeting April 6) Session 2: Tuesdays, August 3 – September 7 Time(s): 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. Location: Meet at the Recreation Center Ages: 13 years of age and older Cost: $130 for the six-week session

LeISuRe ROAMeRS

enjoy a girly day of getting nails done and shopping at the Outlet Shoppe’s of Atlanta. Bring extra money for shopping! Date: Saturday, March 27 Time(s): 12:45 – 3:45 p.m. Location: Meet at the Recreation Center Ages: 16 years of age and older Cost: $40.00

COOKING FOR INdePeNdeNCe

Learn important cooking techniques ranging from easy food preparation to advanced kitchen skills. This is an allinclusive, four-week course. Date: Thursdays in April, May, and August Time(s): 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. Location: Recreation Center Ages: 11 years of age and older Cost: $110 for four-week course

COOKING FOR SPRING

Join us as we celebrate the kickoff to spring and St. Patrick’s Day with some tasty make and take creations! Date: Thursday, March 18 Time(s): 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. Location: Recreation Center Ages: 11 years of age and older Cost: $25

eveRYBOdY dANCe NOW

Get ready to move! A variety of rhythmic music will spur interaction and physical fitness through dance. This is an all-inclusive four-week course with monthly registration. Date: Thursdays in March, April, May, and August Time(s): 6:30 – 7:15 p.m. Location: Recreation Center Ages: 11 years of age and older Cost: $36

Walking a mere thirty-minutes per day has been shown to have numerous health benefits. It can improve heart health, lower blood pressure, help maintain a healthy body weight, manage stress, and improve one’s sleep. Walking club meets every Wednesday. each participant will receive a pedometer to track progress and is encouraged to walk/run in various 5k’s together throughout the year. Date: Wednesdays in March, April, May, and August Time(s): 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. Location: Various parks Ages: 16 years of age and older Cost: $10 per month

WATeR WARRIORS

Jump in, get wet, and join us for a low-impact, high energy aquatic therapy workout. Date: Tuesdays in March, April, May, and August Time(s): 1:00 – 1:45 p.m. Location: Aquatic Center Ages: 16 years of age and older Cost: $40 per month CheROKee COuRAGe BASKeTBALL

This is an all-inclusive basketball program for all abilities and skill levels. Sessions will include learning skills and techniques. Participants can practice and refresh their skills to get ready for the special Olympics season! Date: Wednesdays, June 2 – June 30 Time(s): 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Location: Recreation Center Ages: 8 years of age and older Cost: Free

FRIeNd FRIdAY

Join us for a fun Friday night to socialize with your friends! Various activities will be planned. Pizza will be provided! Date: Friday, April 30; Friday, August 13 Time(s): 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Location: Cherokee Recreation Center Ages: 6–12 years of age Cost: $15

KAOS CAMPS

KAOS CAMP is a super fun summer camp for individuals with special needs. In addition to exciting activities, participants will receive daily enrichment activities. KAOS Camp accommodates individuals in wheelchairs and other assistive devices. uKAOS CAMP:

Registration: Date: Time(s): 9:00 a.m., April 19, 2021 June 1 – July 23 (no camp July 5 – 9) 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Location: TBD

Ages: Cost: 6 – 22 years of age $150 weekly per participant $50 deposit due at registration each week (non-refundable) uKAOS CAMP: The spring break edition

Registration: Date: Time(s): Location: Ages: Cost: February 1, 2021 April 5 – 9 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Cherokee Recreation Center 6 – 22 years of age $100 per participant

UNWIND Wednesdays FOOD TRUCKS

FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH

(MARCH–NOVEMBER) 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. Cherokee Veterans Park