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Adaptive Recreation Programs
FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THESE PROGRAMS, CONTACT
General Information
(623) 773-7436
Paula Considine
Jodi Roth-Jones
Luke Parker
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 1 .
Summer/Fall 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: swimming, soccer and softball . Call the Community Center to register . Course # 50099
There is a biannual $30 participation fee for Special Olympics . This fee will allow athletes to participate in any of the following sports: cheer, flag football, basketball, track and field and volleyball. Course # 50100
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 Olympics Sports Registration Age 8+ Course # 50110, Advanced Team When Starts late July, practice days/times TBD Athletes must be able to swim the length of the pool without assistance . Course # 50109, Beginning 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 See above under Summer/Fall Special Olympics Sports Registration Course # 20640 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 . Limited capacity . Fee $5/week, pre-registration required When Fri ., June 26, 7 - 9:30 p .m . Age 18+ Location Peoria Community Center
Bowling Connections!
Come form new connections with our new bowling program . Participants will meet at the Peoria AMF lanes for two hours of bowling in a fun and relaxing atmosphere . The price includes shoes and two hours of bowling . Pre-registration required . Can only register for one session . Fee $32/Session When Session A (July 2, 16, 30, Aug . 13) Session B (July 9, 23, Aug . 6, 20) 12:30 - 2:30 p .m . Age 6+ Location Peoria AMF (85th Ave & Olive)
Time To Shine Theater Production
Come down to the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts to see our Time to Shine theater program in their production of High School Musical! Must pre-purchase tickets by calling the Peoria Community Center, (623) 773-7436 . Fee $5, under 12 free When Aug . 17-18; 7 p .m . Age All ages Location Peoria Center for the Performing Arts
Bingo
Get the family together for an evening of bingo fun, food and prizes . Fee $5/person Course # 50295 When Fri ., May 27; 7 - 9 p .m ., doors open at 6:30 p .m . Age 7+ Location Peoria Community Center
Adaptive Recreation Programs
SPORTS PROGRAMS Adaptive Lessons (June 4 - 26)
Fee $35/Res .; $45/Non-Res . When 45 minute classes, Sat ./Sun . (4 weeks)
Centennial Pool 16+ 8 - 8:45 a .m . 47834 5-7 8:45 - 9:30 a .m . 47835 8-15 8:45 - 9:30 a .m . 47850
Adaptive Lessons (July 2 - 24)
Fee $35/Res .; $45/Non-Res . When 45 minute classes, Sat ./Sun . (4 weeks)
Centennial Pool 16+ 8 - 8:45 a .m . 47853 5-7 8:45 - 9:30 a .m . 47852 8-15 8:45 - 9:30 a .m . 47851
Wheelchair Sports
In Partnership with Arizona Disabled Sports, the adaptive program is looking to expand services to wheelchair sports and activities . Please call the Peoria Community Center at (623) 773-7436 for more details .
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-to-high level of independence is required .
After School Recreation Programs provides 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. This program runs from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. five days a week as an integrated program in conjunction with the City of Peoria’s Summer Recreation Program . This program uses DTS hours . This program will meet at Sky View Elementary . 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 . This program will meet at Raymond S . Kellis High School, Vistancia Elementary and the Peoria Community Center . These programs are first come first served 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 information on these programs and much more, visit our website at www .peoriaaz .gov/adaptive .
Our Mission . . .
To provide a continuum of leisure opportunities and related services designed to enhance the quality of life for individuals with disabilities.
