Adaptive Recreation News
Spring 2017
Classes, events, field trips and more!
ADAPTIVE RECREATION ADAPTIVE RECREATION CLASSES COOKING 101-ADAPTIVE RECREATION In your cooking class, we will provide easy to follow recipes that are fun to make and fast to put together. We will also learn basic kitchen safety tips. How-to instructions will be provided each week to recreate at home. Bring home the skills to be a great chef! The possibilities are endless! This class is specifically designed for persons with special needs. Participants should be able to follow simple directions. You must register for this class, drop-in not allowed for this class. 12+ YEARS 5885 W 3/22-5/17 4:30-5:30pm CC $84 Instructor: Pam Jackson
WEDNESDAY NIGHT SOCIAL NIGHT Join us once a month as we get together for a social hour with friends! We will play bingo, sing karaoke, boogie to the top hits, and more as we spend some time getting to know each other. The Town of Gilbert will no longer be providing snacks for social nights, please contact the Community Center at 480-503-6290 if you would like to donate a snack. FREE!! Registration is appreciated. 12+ YEARS 5496 3/8 5:30-6:30pm CC SOCK HOP 5675 4/12 5:30-6:30pm CC BINGO 5676 5/10 5:30-6:30pm CC KARAOKE 5677 6/21 5:30-6:30pm CC SOCK HOP
RECREATION BOWLING HANDMADE CRAFTS Come have fun with your friends while making a new craft each week. Each handmade craft will be a great keepsake item for your-self or to give as a gift. This class is designed specifically for persons with special needs. Can’t come every week? Pay as you go. You must RSVP to guarantee your spot, no exceptions! Participants should be able to follow simple directions. 12+ YEARS 5679 T 3/21-5/16 4:30-5:30pm CC $45/$5 per week Instructor: Susan Miller
Individuals with special needs 8 years and older are encouraged to join in the fun of bowling. Taking part in this sport provides individuals the chance to develop physical fitness, self-confidence and build strong relationships. Those needing extra supervision must provide his/her own aide. Register in advance to guarantee your bowling lane. Can’t come every week; pay as you go. Practices will be held at Brunswick Zone XL; 1160 S. Gilbert Rd. Register early space is limited! All bowlers must register or RSVP to guarantee space no exceptions! 8+ YEARS 5681 TH 3/23-5/18 4:30-5:30pm BZ $45/$5perweek Instructor: Gilbert Staff
KARAOKE DANCE PARTY
SANCHIN-RYU KARATE
Do you love to move and groove when you turn on the tunes? This class will teach simple activity, party, and line dances using some of your favorite music. Favorites will include the Macarena, the Cupid Shuffle, The Cha Cha Slide, and many more popular dances. There will also be time each week to dance your own way to popular tunes. This is an up-tempo, high energy class that will be sure to please all you dance lovers out there! This event is designed specifically for persons with special needs. 12+ YEARS 5683 T 3/21-5/16 4:30-5:30pm CC $45/$5 per week Instructor: Jen Myers
Have fun learning the fundamental movements of Sanchin-Ryu. Benefits include: enhanced balance and coordination, improved motor skills, enhanced communication skills and useful self-defense techniques. Students study in a fun, high-energy, non-competitive environment. Participants must be able to follow simple directions. Please wear comfortable clothing that does not restrict movement. 10+ YEARS 5703 M 3/20-5/15 4:30-5:30pm CC $45 Instructor: Sanchin-Ryu Staff
ZUMBA This is a slower paced cardio workout designed for beginners and those with physical limitations. Easy to follow dance steps are set to unique Latin dance music to help maximize caloric output with fun, fat burning movements. This class increases skills in coordination, balance, discipline, memory, and movement. Can’t come every week? Pay as you go. You must RSVP to guarantee your spot, no exceptions! Participants should be able to follow simple directions. 13+ YEARS 5682 M 3/20-5/15 5-6pm CC $45/$5 per week Instructor: Michelle Dulansky
EVENTS
COMMUNITY OUTINGS
MARCH MOVIE AT THE COMMUNITY CENTER
MARCH TOP GOLF
Sit back, relax, and enjoy a movie on the big screen! We will have pizza, popcorn, and drinks! Movie is TBA and will be shown on the big screen inside of the Gilbert Community Center. 12+ YEARS 5363 F 3/17 6:30-8:30pm CC $5
Come play a fun game of golf without having to walk 18 holes! Price includes two hours of golf and unlimited soft drinks. Please bring money for food. Transportation is provided and is limited to 20 passengers. Participants are welcome to join us at Top Golf once the van is full. Registration is required to receive group pricing. 12+ YEARS 5364 F 3/24 9:30am-12:30pm CC $15
APRIL KARAOKE It’s here again! Warm up those vocal chords and get those dance moves ready because it’s karaoke time! Enjoy a night of singing, dancing and socializing with your friends. Food and drinks will be served. 12+ YEARS 5669 F 4/21 6-9pm CC $5
MAY 60’S PROM Calling all hippies! It’s time to bust out the tie dye and boogie all night to your favorite hits! Prom this year is 1960’s theme so dress to impress with your best bellbottoms and fringe. We will be enjoying a taco dinner with drinks and desserts and there will be a fun photo booth to capture your memories of the evening! 12+ YEARS 5671 F 5/19 6-9pm CC $5
JUNE SPLASHING AND DANCING This special dance is designed specifically for teens and adults with special needs. Join your friends in a fun evening of swimming and dancing. Light refreshments will be served. The pool will be closed to the public and lifeguards will be on duty for this special event. This event will be held at the Mesquite Aquatic Center, 100 W. Mesquite Street. 12+ YEARS 5673 F 6/16 6:30-8:30pm CC $5
APRIL BEAUTY AND THE BEAST IN THEATRES It’s the movie we’ve all been waiting for! Beauty and the Beast live action! Grab popcorn and relax as we watch this beautiful movie on the big screen! The movie theatre offers their full menu of food to eat during the movie so bring extra money for lunch ($15-$20) or any snacks you may want during the movie. Transportation is provided and is limited to 20 passengers. Participants are welcome to join us at Fat Cats once the van is full. Registration is required to receive group pricing. 14+ YEARS 6741 F 4/7 10am-2pm CC $8
MAY POTTERY PAINTING AT AS YOU WISH Come join us for a fun day of painting and lunch. Participants will be able to pick any piece or pieces of pottery up to $15 and the price includes the painting fee and tax. We will be stopping at Lenny’s Burger after painting so bring $15-$20 for lunch. Transportation is provided and is limited to 20 passengers. Participants are welcome to join us at As You Wish once the van is full. Registration is required to receive group pricing. 14+ YEARS 5672 F 5/12 10am-1:30pm CC $20
JUNE DESPICABLE ME 3 AT THE THEATRES It’s opening day for Despicable Me at the theatres! Grab popcorn and relax as we watch this hilarious movie on the big screen! After the movie we will head to Johnny Rockets for lunch so bring extra money for lunch ($15-$20) or any snacks you may want during the movie. Transportation is provided and is limited to 20 passengers. Participants are welcome to join us at Harkins San Tan Village once the van is full. Registration is required to receive group pricing. 14+ YEARS 5674 F 6/30 10am-2pm CC $8