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 began 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

Course # 68177

Winter/Spring

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

Course # 68178

Softball Team

Practice will begin mid/late Sept 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 16+

Soccer Team

Practice will begin early Oct A schedule of practices and tournaments will be provided upon registration

Fee S ee above under Summer/Fall Special

O lympics Sports Registration

Course # 68184

Age 8+

Basketball Team (South Peoria)

Practice will start early Jan A schedule of practices and tournaments will be provided upon registration

Fee S ee above under Winter/Spring Special

O lympics Sports Registration

Course # 68188

Age 8+

Basketball Team (North Peoria)

Practice will start early Jan Practices will be at a PUSD school located in North Peoria A schedule of practices and tournaments will be provided upon registration

Fee S ee above under Winter/Spring Special

O lympics Sports Registration

Course # 68189

Age 16+

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 , S ept 22; 7 - 9:30 p m (10 weeks);

N o Dance Nov 24

Age 18+

Location Peoria Community Center

Adaptive Bingo Night

Get the family together for an evening of fun, food and prizes!

Fee $5/person

Course # 73502

When Fri , S ept 8; 6:30 - 9 p m

Age 7+

Location Peoria Community Center

Saturday Social Bowling

We’ve booked out the entire bowling alley for Team Peoria! Friends, family members, etc are welcome Price includes shoes and two games of bowling Pre-registration or drop in available Drop in: must pay cash at the door

Fee $8/day

When S at , S ept 23; 9 - 11 a m (8 weeks)

Age A ll Ages

Location Peoria AMF (85th Ave & Olive)

Adaptive Trunk or Treat

Spend an evening full of candy, games, costumes, music and more! Call the Community Center if you would like to bring your car for the Trunk or Treat

Fee FREE

Course # 75713

When S at , Oct 28; 6 - 8 p m

Age A ll Ages

Location Peoria Community Center

24th Annual Team Peoria

Charity Golf Tournament

All proceeds benefit City of Peoria Special Olympics programs For more info , c all (623) 773-7436

When S un , N ov 5

Location To Be Announced

2nd Annual Adaptive Holiday Party

Enjoy the holiday lights with friends and family and enjoy some holiday themed treats and activities

Fee FREE

Course # 75712

When Fri , D ec 15; 6 - 8 p m

Age A ll Ages

Location Osuna Park, 10510 N 83rd Ave

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

These programs are first come first serve so call (623) 773-7436 and ask for Jodi or Angelica to request an application

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