Adaptive Recreation Programs

Special Olympics

This internationally recognized sports program is open to cognitively disabled individuals 8 years and older. Athletes must have a current physical on file with the Adaptive Recreation staff in order to be registered for Special Olympics competition and training. Registration begins for all Special Olympics sports for the entire year on July 5.

Special Olympics Sports Registration

There is a biannual $30 participation fee for Special Olympics. This fee will allow athletes to participate in any of the following sports. Call the Community Center to register

Summer/Fall

Swimming / Soccer / Softball / Golf

Course # 68177

Winter/Spring

Cheer / Flag Football / Basketball / Track and Field /Volleyball

Course # 68178

Swim Team

Athletes must attend a minimum of 65% of the practices to attend upcoming swim meets and be able to swim the length of the pool unassisted. Practice will begin late July. A practice location/schedule is provided upon registration

Fee See above under Summer/Fall Special O lympics Sports Registration

Age 8+

Course # 68179, Beginning Team

When Starts late July, practice days/times TBD

Athletes must be be able to swim 25 meters (1 length of the pool) without assistance.

Course # 68180, Advanced Team

When Starts late July, practice days/times TBD

Athletes must be able to swim 50 meters ( 2 lengths of the pool) without assistance

Softball Team

Practice will begin mid-August. A schedule of practices and tournaments will be provided upon registration

Fee S ee above under Summer/Fall Special O lympics Sports Registration

Course # 68183

Age 14+

Golf Team

Practice will begin mid-August. If interested in participating please call the Peoria Community Center (623) 773-7436.

Social Events

Friday Night Dances

The dances provide adults with developmental disabilities an opportunity to meet new people and socialize in a supervised setting. Visit our website to see a complete schedule of dances or call to request a schedule Walk ins are welcome, pre-registration not required.

Fee $5/week

When Fri., June 30, 7 - 9:30 p.m. (10 weeks)

Age 18+

Location Peoria Community Center

Adaptive Open House

Come learn about Adaptive Program activities! And connect with other non-profits and organizations in the community to learn about available programs and resources

Fee FREE

When T hur., May 11; 5:30 - 7 p.m.

Location Peoria Community Center

Classes

Special Olympics E Sports

Join Team Peoria’s newest team, E Sports! If you have a passion for video games, then come compete on Xbox One and Nintendo Switch!

Fee $25

Course # 68199

When Wed., June 7; 6 - 7 p.m. (6 weeks) No class July 5

Location Peoria Community Center

Adaptive Fitness Class

Stay active during the Special Olympics offseason! Join us for a weekly fitness class during the Special Olympics offseason. Program will focus on a variety of exercise types: cardio, strength, stretching, etc.

Fee $25

Course # 68200

When Mon., June 5; 6 - 7 p.m. (6 weeks), No class June 19

Location Peoria Community Center

Intro to Pickleball

Beat the heat and join us for this introductory adaptive pickleball clinic!

Fee $20

Course # 68438

When M on., July 17; 6 - 7 p.m. (4 weeks

Location Community Center, Multipurpose Room

DES/DDD FUNDED PROGRAMS

The City of Peoria Adaptive Recreation Program contracts with the Department of Economic Security, Division of Developmental Disabilities, to offer a variety of Day Treatment and Training Services.

The primary goal of all DES/DDD contracted programs is to enhance social and independent living skills through various recreational opportunities and through community outings and service projects All programs are staffed on a 1:4 staff-to-participant ratio, so a moderate-tohigh level of independence is required

After School Recreation Programs provide age appropriate activities for students 12-17 and 18-21 years of age. Program days follow the Peoria Unified School District calendar.

Adult Day Recreation Program is designed to provide unique and challenging activities in a small group setting To inquire about openings at our two sites, contact Jodi at (623) 773-7719.

Elementary Summer Recreation Program is an 8-week program for individuals 6-12 years of age. Program hours are from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. and meet at Sky View Elementary June 1-July 19. This program uses DTS hours.

High School Summer Program is an 8-week program for individuals 13-17 and 18-21 years of age. This program runs from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. five days a week as a self-contained program and uses DTS hours. Program locations include Raymond S Kellis High School, Sunrise Mountain High School and the Peoria Community Center from June 1-July 19.

These programs are first come first serve so call (623) 773-7436 and ask for Jodi or Luke to request an application Make sure you ask your support coordinator for DTS paperwork for the summer!

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THESE PROGRAMS, CONTACT

General Information (623) 773-7436

Paula Considine Family & Youth Services Superintendent Paula.Considine@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7923

Jodi Roth-Jones

Family & Youth Services Supervisor Jodi.Roth-Jones@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7719

Luke Parker Family & Youth Services Coordinator Lucas.Parker@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7219

For information on these programs and much more, visit our website at www.peoriaaz. gov/adaptive

District A. Zuni Hills (10851 W. Williams Rd.) B. Alta Loma (9750 N. 87th Ave.) C. Apache (8633 W. John Cabot Rd.) D. Centennial High School (14388 N. 79th Ave.)

E. Cheyenne (11806 N. 87th Ave.)

F. Cotton Boll (8540 W. Butler Dr.)

G. Country Meadows (8409 N. 111th Ave.)

H. Coyote Hills (21180 N. 87th Ave.)

I. Desert Harbor (15585 N. 91st Ave.)

J. Frontier (21258 N. 81st Ave.) K. Ira Murphy (7231 W. North Ln.) L. Lake Pleasant Elementary School 31501 N. Westland Rd. M. Liberty High School (9621 W. Speckled Gecko Dr.)

Oakwood (12900 N.