sanjoseca.gov/prns
INCLUSION POLICY
TheCityofSanJosé,DepartmentofParks,Recreationand NeighborhoodServices(PRNS)encouragesandsupportsthe participationofindividualswithallabilitylevelsinprograms andservices.Tofacilitateopportunitiesforpeoplewithand withoutdisabilitiesandtoengageinleisurepursuitstogether, PRNSprovidesinclusionsupportservices Theseservices include,butarenotlimitedtointerpretersforthedeafor hearingimpaired,improvedsignage,activitymodification, additionalstafftraining,accessibleequipmentandfacility featuresandsupportstaff Toensuretheconsiderationofthe requestedaccommodation,pleasenotifythespecificfacility wheretheprogramisprovidedatleasttwoweeksin advance.
Formoreinformationoninclusionopportunities,specialized recreationservicesandaccommodations,pleasecontact TherapeuticServicesat4083696438
SCHOLARSHIPS
APPLY AT YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY CENTER
Scholarships are awarded to qualifying families only as funding is available. Completion of the scholarship application does not guarantee approval of a scholarship.
PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS
AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS
YOUTH ENRICHMENT CLASSES
ADULT CLASSES
THERAPEUTIC PROGRAMS
All Access Sports and Recreation
THREE EASY WAYS TO REGISTER
COMMUNITY CENTER AND CITY LOCATIONS
ALMA COMMUNITY CENTER
136 W ALMA AVE 95110
408-275-1315
BUS LINE: 66, 68, 568 / DISTRICT 7
BERRYESSA COMMUNITY CENTER
3050 BERRYESSA RD 95132
408-251-6392
BUS LINE: 61, 71 / DISTRICT 4
EMMA PRUSH FARM PARK
647 S. KING D. 95122
408-794-6262
BUS LINE: 22 / AGRICULTURE HERITAGE
MAYFAIR COMMUNITY CENTER
2039 KAMMERER AVE 95116
408-794-1060
BUS LINE: 22 & 23 / DISTRICT 5
SEVEN TREES COMMUNITY CENTER
3590 CAS DR 95111
408-794-1690
BUS LINE: 66, 72, 73 / DISTRICT 7
ALMADEN COMMUNITY CENTER
6445 CAMDEN AVE 95120
408-268-1133
BUS LINE: 64 / DISTRICT 10
CAMDEN COMMUNITY CENTER
3369 UNION AVE 95124
408-559-8553
BUS LINE: 61 / DISTRICT 9
EVERGREEN COMMUNITY CENTER
4860 SAN FELIPE RD. 95135
408-270-2220
BUS LINE: 31 & 42 / DISTRICT 8
NORTHSIDE COMMUNITY CENTER
488 N 6TH ST 95112
408-293-0422
BUS LINE: 64A, 64B, 66 / DISTRICT 3
SOUTHSIDE COMMUNITY & SENIOR CENTER
5585 COTTLE RD. 95123
408-629-3336
BUS LINE: 68, 568/ DISTRICT 2
MAIN PRNS OFFICE
200 E SANTA CLARA ST 95113 FLOOR 9
408-535-3570
DOWNTOWN SAN JOSE
BASCOM COMMUNITY CENTER
1000 S BASCOM AVE 95128
408-794-6289
BUS LINE: 61 / DISTRICT 6
CYPRESS COMMUNITY & SENIOR CENTER
403 CYPRESS AVE 95117
408-244-1353
BUS LINE: 23, 523 / DISTRICT 1
GARDNER COMMUNITY CENTER
520 W VIRGINIA ST 95125 408-279-1498
BUS LINE: 23, 532 & LIGHT RAIL / DISTRICT 6
ROOSEVELT COMMUNITY CENTER
408-794-7555
BUS LINE: 22, 23, 72 / DISTRICT 3
WILLOW GLEN COMMUNITY & SENIOR CENTER 901 E SANTA CLARA ST 95116
2175 LINCOLN AVE 95125
408-448-6400
BUS LINE: 26 & 64 / DISTRICT 6
Bascom
Community Center
1000 S. Bacon Ave.
San José, CA 95128
408-794-6289
Camden Community Center
3369 Union Ave.
San José, CA 95124
408-559-8553
Mayfair
Community Center
2039 Kammerer Ave.
San José, CA 95116
408-794-1060
Seven Trees Community Center
3590 Cas Dr.
San José, CA 95111
408-794-1690
STAFF
Jeremy Shoffner - Superintendent
Jeremy.Shoffner@sanjoseca.gov
Pricilla Martinez - Therapeutic Specialist
Bascom Community Center
Pricilla.Martinez@sanjoseca.gov
Nessa Diamante - Therapeutic Specialist
Camden Community Center Nessanoelle.Diamante@sanjoseca.gov
Alexis Miranda - Therapeutic Specialist
Mayfair Community Center
Alexis.Miranda@sanjoseca.gov
Nika Noorishad - Therapeutic Specialist - Seven Trees Community Center Nika.Noorishad@sanjoseca.gov
CITY HOLIDAY CLOSURES
Lunar New Year
Presidents Day
Cesar Chavez Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
1/29/2025
2/17/2025
3/31/2025
5/26/2025
6/19/2025
SOCIAL PROGRAMS CAMDEN
Around the Town Club
We're back! It's time for us to go back in the community. Join us for a night on the town! This social club utilizes community activities which are selected by the group to improve socialization, leisure awareness and independent living skills. Try new things and explore your community with the support and encouragement of friendly, knowledgeable staff.
Members must be able to participate within a 1:6 staff to participant ratio and be independent with their personal care needs. Please note registration fee covers staffing costs only. Additional fees may be required based on chosen activities.
The first night of program will be held at the Camden Community Center. Location thereafter varies based on participants chosen activities.
Camden’s Fun Club
This is a fun comprehensive activity covering multiple activities such as: board games, karaoke, dancing, arts and crafts, and sensory science fun! Participants must be 16 or older and be accompanied by a caregiver or be able to function independently.
Room: Classroom 6
SOCIAL PROGRAMS MAYFAIR
HIRLN April: De Anza College Planetarium
Join H.I.R.L.N. as we journey to the DeAnza College Fujitsu Planetarium to listen to songs from that nights theme while watching beautiful laser light displays. We will meet by the Science Center Building located near Parking Lot E and head to the planetarium as a group. Highly recommended to wear masks and to park or picked up in Lot E in student lots. Tickets will be purchased in advance only.
Please register in advance in person or online Participants must be able to participate in a 1:8 staff to participant ratio and be able to attend to their own personal care needs or have an attendant present (Note: Attendant will need to pay for own fees or register for activity ) This program is geared towards adults with disabilities but, anyone can join
Location: De Anza College Planetarium, 21250 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, CA 95014
6:30 - 8:30 PM
HIRLN May: Round 1 Bowling Night
Strike! Come join our H.I.R.L.N. ( Head Injury Recreation and Leisure Network) group as we roll out to Eastridge Mall Round 1 for a night of bowling. Beginner to advance we welcome all skill levels. Please meet as a group by the Round 1 front desk. Participants are recommended to bring extra money for food/beverage purchase.
Participants must be able to participate in a 1:8 staff to participant ratio and be able to attend to their own personal care needs or have an attendant present. This program is geared towards adults with disabilities but, anyone can join.
Location: Round 1 Bowling & Arcade, 2200 Eastridge Loop suite 2094, San Jose CA, 95122
SOCIAL PROGRAMS MAYFAIR
Vasona Lake Picnic
Let's have a picnic with a view! We will be heading over the Vasona Lake County Park in Los Gatos for a lovely picnic lunch. Participants will have the option of making their own turkey or ham sandwich. There will also be chips, fruit, and drinks. The number of participants will be limited due to the number of seats available on transportation.
Please register in advance in person or online. Participants must be able to participate in a 1:8 staff to participant ratio and be able to attend to their own personal care needs or have an attendant present.
Location: Vasona Lake County Park, 333 Blossom Hill Rd, Los Gatos, CA 95032.
Monthly Social: Spring Chicken
Winner Winner Chicken Dinner! Come joins us for a night of learning how to make two chicken inspired dishes. Participants are encouraged to bring an apron.
Participants must be able to participate in a 1:8 staff to participant ratio and be able to attend to their own personal care needs or have an attendant present. This program is geared towards adults with disabilities, but anyone can join.
Monthly Social: Ahh Bugs!
Spring is here, the flowers are blooming and the bugs are crawling. For this activity participants will be creating a bug inspired art craft. There will also be creepy crawly snack provided.
Participants must be able to participate in a 1:8 staff to participant ratio and be able to attend to their own personal care needs or have an attendant present. This program is geared towards adults with disabilities, but anyone can join.
SOCIAL PROGRAMS SEVEN TREES
Let’s Play Games!
Come and play some social games such as bingo, Loteria, Connect Four, Jenga, and more! We will get to play many games to stimulate our brains and to socialize with our friends! Participants must be able to participate in a 1:6 staff to participant ratio and independent with personal care needs or provide an attendant.
Location: Seven Trees Community Center 3590 Cas Dr, San José, CA 95111
Dance for Fun (Inclusive)
Come join us for some fun group dancing! Enjoy a new theme every week, with an open dance studio to dance your heart out! There is no right way to dance, so put on your dancing shoes and let's get up and dance together! Participants must be able to participate in a 1:6 staff to participant ratio and independent with personal care needs or provide an attendant.
Location: Seven Trees Community Center 3590 Cas Dr, San José, CA 95111
Open Dance! (Inclusive)
Come join us for some fun group dancing! Enjoy theme every week, with an open dance studio to your heart out! There is no right way to dance, on your dancing shoes and let's get up and together! Participants must be able to participa 1:6 staff to participant ratio and independen personal care needs or provide an attendant.
Location: Seven Trees Community Center 3590 Cas Dr, San José, CA 95111
SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT SEVEN TREES
Fun for All!
This program focuses on fun with music, games, arts and crafts, movement activities, and a field trip. This play program is designed for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Children should bring a sack lunch to class each week. Participants must be able to function in a 1 to 3 staff to participant ratio and independent with personal care needs or provide an attendant for personal care. Attendants will be required to pass a City of San Jose background check in programs that serve youth under 18 years of age.
Location: Seven Trees Community Center 3590 Cas Dr, San José, CA 95111
Fun for Tiny Tikes @ Seven Trees
This engaging class is designed to foster the growth and development of toddlers aged 1.5 to 2.5 years old, while strengthening the bond between the caregiver and child. Led by experienced early childhood educators, this class offers a variety of stimulating activities that encourage exploration, creativity, and social interaction in a supportive and nurturing environment. Give your child the opportunity to socialize with other children their age while participating in age-appropriate activities including arts & crafts, music and movement, and tactile exploration. *Children don't need to be potty trained; however, please remember to bring extra clothing and diapers to class.
Location: Seven Trees Community Center 3590 Cas Dr, San José, CA 95111
Simply Cooking
This introductory course for individuals with disabilities (ages 16+) and it covers basic kitchen safety, basic menu planning, and preparing simple dishes. Menus will include breakfast, lunch, dinner, and desserts. Class includes lecture, observation, and hands on preparation. Participants will receive instructional materials to take home. Class is conducted in a teaching kitchen which utilizes gas burners.
Participants must be able to function in a 1:4 staff to participant ratio, independent with personal care needs or provide an attendant for personal care.
Location: Almaden Community Center - Teaching Kitchen (Upstairs) 6445 Camden Ave, San José, CA 95120
296.4.4002 6 - 7:30 p.m. 4/16 - 6/4 Wed. 16+ CSJ Staff 8 $90/$94
Internship Opportunities
Internship opportunities are available for students in the field of Recreation Therapy. For more information please contact:
Josue Covarrubias CTRS, RTC 408-794-7590 | Josue.covarrubias@sanjoseca.gov
Nessa Diamante, CTRS
408-369-6439 | Nessanoelle.diamante@sanjoseca.gov
For Marriage and Family Therapy and Art Therapy internships, please contact:
Jo Eclevia, MA, LMFT
408-293-0422 | jo.eclevia@sanjoseca.gov
ARTS & CRAFTS ES
Fun with Arts
Come and enjoy different art forms such as coloring, drawing, painting and more! This art class is directed towards teen and young adults with disabilities. Each week we will try different art forms. We'll get to socialize with others by showing our art with each other once completed. Participants must be able to participate in a 1:6 staff to participant ratio and independent with personal care needs or provide an attendant.
Location: Seven Trees Community Center
3590 Cas Dr, San José, CA 95111
Sensory Fun! (Inclusive)
This course is specifically designed to empower individuals with disabilities to engage in handson sensory-based projects. This unique class combines the excitement of scientific inquiry and fun art projects into one! Participants must be able to function in a 1:10 staff ratio, or have a guardian or caregiver present.
Location: Seven Trees Community Center
3590 Cas Dr, San José, CA 95111
Bascom Group Arts
This program is geared towards groups of people with disabilities. Come check out the Bascom Community Center and relax with some arts and crafts. This program is designed to improve fine motor skills, creativity and social skills. You will be guided through art projects and specialty crafts.
Organization's staff must accompany clients in a 4 to 1 ratio. This class is not designed for individuals without staff/attendant.
Location: Bascom Community Center, 1000 S Bascom Ave, San José, CA 95128
ARTS & CRAFTS MAYFAIR
Mayfair Group Arts
Come join us at Mayfair Community Center for some arts and crafts fun! Throughout the program participants will improve fine motor skills, increase social skills, and learn to expand their creativity. Each class will be guided by a City Staff. This program is geared towards groups of people with disabilities.
Organization's Staff must accompany clients 1:4 staff to participant ratio. This class is not designed for individuals without staff/attendant.
Location: Mayfair Community Center 2039 Kammerer Ave, San José, CA 95116
VIRTUAL PROGRAMS MAYFAIR
(Virtual) SING!
Ready to sing? Join us on Zoom where everyone w have a chance to show off your vocal skills. Wheth beginner or expert we welcome everyone. There will be the option to sing solo, duet, or as a group Each class could also have a different theme nigh such as pop, rock, blues, and much more. Participants will be asked to send in songs reques for review. This program is designed for persons with disabilities but, anyone may join.
Zoom link will be sent prior to start of program.
210.4.4006 5:00 - 6:00 PM 4/7- 5/12
(Virtual) That's a Pose!
Looking to work on flexibility or learn new ways to stretch? In the comfort of home join us on Zoom and enjoy exercising through the power of Yoga. Staff will lead participants through different workouts and participants will have the option to do exercises as shown or in an adapted form. This program is designed for persons with disabilities but, anyone may join.
Zoom link will be sent prior to start of program.
210 4 4007 5:00 - 6:00 PM 4/8- 5/13
(Virtual) Let's Paint!
Love to Paint? Come join us online to have a time dedicated t program participants at any skill level are able to partake in p canvas for each class. For example, one class we could paint and the next participants can be give a subject such as "sunflo each class participants will have the chance to show their wor designed for persons with disabilities but, anyone may join. P need to have their own paint set and paper.
Zoom link will be sent prior to start of program.
SPORTS AND FITNESS BASCOM
Wheelchair Pickleball
New program at Bascom community center! We are now offering wheelchair pickleball. Wheelchair pickleball provides an opportunity for individuals with mobility impairments to enjoy the benefits of physical activity, social interaction, and competitive play. Anyone is welcomed to try regardless if you know how to play or not. we will teach you the basics. No sports chair? We have chairs you can use on a first come first basis.
Location: Bascom Gym
1000 S. Bascom Ave San Jose CA, 95218
Wheelchair Basketball: Competitive
Looking to take Wheelchair basketball to the next level? Join our competitive class, this is for individuals looking for more of a challenge and are looking to be apart of the competitive team. Tournament opportunities are available for big gamers. Don't miss out! Participants must be able to function in a 1:10 staff to participant ratio, and independent with personal care needs.
All ability levels welcome and we have extra chairs on a first come first serve basis. This class is designed for manual wheelchair users. This class is on Wednesdays for 5 weeks.
Location: Bascom Gym
1000 S. Bascom Ave San Jose CA, 95218
SPORTS AND FITNES
Power Soccer
Do you use a power wheelchair? Join one of the three classes with the San Jose teams in the electrifying and growing sport of power soccer! Whether you just want to learn the sport or aspire to compete in future tournaments, this is the program for you. Participants will learn power soccer techniques, develop skills, practice drills, and prepare for competition. Participants must be able to function in a 1:8 staff to participant ratio, independent with personal care needs or provide an attendant for personal care. *This class is designed for power wheelchair users.*
*No program on May 24, 2025
Location: Bascom Gym
1000 S. Bascom Ave, San Jose CA 95128
Open Gym Therapeutics
Come together in an inclusive, friendly environment and play TOGETHER. bring your group to benefit from movement and activity helping with sensory integration, motor skills, or everyday functioning. This program is loosely guided and does not have a set instructor. Participants must be able to participate in a 1:6 staff to participant ratio and independent with personal care needs or provide an attendant.
Location: Bascom Gym
1000 S. Bascom Ave, San Jose CA 95128
SPORTS AND FITNESS CAMDEN
Adapted Bowling
Welcome back to the alley! It's a strike! Come join us for our immensely popular bowling program, located at Bowlero San Jose (5420 Thornwood Drive). Join us on the lanes on Tuesdays from 4:30 - 6 p.m. Ages 11 and up are welcome. Come polish your game with the support of our therapeutic staff. Learn technique and etiquette, make new friends, and most importantly have fun! Register today, the lanes are going fast. Participants must be able to function in a 1:8 staff to participant ratio, independent with personal care needs or provide an attendant.
Location: Bowlero San Jose 5420 Thornwood Dr. San José CA 95123 Ave. San Jose, Ca 95124
Scholarships Available
The City of San Jose offers activity scholarships for children, seniors, and adults with disabilities who qualify. Scholarships will cover up to 50-75% of the class cost (subject to availability). Fill out the scholarship form and bring the necessary documents to any City of San Jose community center.
Contact any community center for information.
CAMP SAN JOSÉ SESSION:
*Priority registration is for scholarship-eligible families. Scholarships are available for those who qualify; awarded as funding is available. Please contact your local Community Center for more info.
sanjoseca.gov/scholarships
SPORTS AND FITNESS SEVEN TREES
Inclusive Active Sports
Let's play some table tennis, also known as ping pong! This group is an inclusive group for those who want to come socialize and play table tennis, basketball, and stay active with friends! Participants must be able to participate in a 1:6 staff to participant ratio and independent with personal care needs or provide an attendant.
Location: Seven Trees Community Center 3590 Cas Dr, San José, CA 95111
Power Hour! (Inclusive)
Let's play some table tennis, also known as ping pong! This group is an inclusive group for those who want to come socialize and play table tennis, basketball, and stay active with friends! Participants must be able to participate in a 1:6 staff to participant ratio and independent with personal care needs or provide an attendant.
NO CLASS 3/31/2025 in observance of Cesar Chavez Day
Location: Seven Trees Community Center 3590 Cas Dr, San José, CA 95111
Volunteer With Us!
Opportunities are available for students and community members. For All Access and Recreation (AASR) volunteering opportunities, please view the link below or scan our QR Code:
Link: https://bttr.im/qykij
As of 8/31/2021 all volunteers for City programs will be required to be fingerprinted. This process is free and done through the City.
THERAPEUTIC SUMMER CAMPS
Every kid wants to play! These day camps are designed for children with cognitive disabilities who need a higher level of staff assistance for participation, including those with autism spectrum disorder. Activities include arts and crafts, group games, circle time, a field trip, and more. Children should bring a sack lunch to camp each day. Participants must be able to function in a 1:3 staff to participant ratio and be independent with personal care needs or bring an attendant with them. Attendants will need to complete City of San Jose background clearance (fingerprinting) and provide proof of vaccination status.
Everyone loves camp! Be social, make some friends, learn some new skills. This camp for teens with disabilities and their non-disabled siblings and friends will provide a safe and structured opportunity to be a teen. Some fieldtrips, lots of games, crafts and other cool stuff! Teens must be able to function in a 1:4 staff to participant ratio and be independent with personal care or provide an attendant. Attendant must complete City of San Jose background clearance (fingerprinting) and provide proof of vaccination status.
a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
STAFFSPOTLIGHT!
EMILIANO PEREZ
MELIFER RAMIREZ
Recreation Leader at Seven Trees
Melifer has been a staff member for PRNS for 2 years, but has spent the last 5 months here with us in Therapeutics Always there in a pinch, Melifer is the one to call! Her sensitivity and kindness is always present Melifer says that, “It’s been wonderful creating great and fun experiences with our participants. The best part has been seeing our participants enjoy each activity and leaving with a smile on their face”.
Recreation Leader at Bascom
Emiliano has been a staff member of the Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood services team for 6 months! He has shown passion in his work and is always reliable! He enjoys coming into work and watching our participants come together as a team while growing their skills in programs such as Power Soccer
BRITANY GUTIERREZ
Recreation Leader at Camden
Britany has been a part of AASR for a year and a half She enjoys working with participants across different programs and seeing different aspects of their personalities. Her favorite part of working with AASR is seeing the participants progress and open up to new activities where they meet new people and engage in something new
JANEL LA
Recreation Leader at Seven Trees
Janel has been apart of this team for 1 year She is dependable and has been a trusted lead staff. Her favorite part about working here is being able to make others happy & putting a smile on their faces! She says that “There’s no other greater joy than bettering another person’s day It always feels so rewarding.” She can’t wait to continue working here as a recreation leader in AASR !
MEETTHETEAM!
NESSA DIAMANTE
Specialist at Camden
NIKA NOORISHAD
Specialist at Seven Trees
Nika has been a staff member of the team for over 6 years. Nika currently works at Seven Trees Community Center, but has worked at Almaden Lake, Happy Hollow, and various other centers and parks She loves helping the community and is a big advocate for all of her participants
Nessa Diamante has been a staff member of the Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood services team for over 3 years. Nessa has been located at Camden for the past 6 months focusing on Therapeutic Service programs and building connections in the community. She aspires to create safe spaces for all to have some fun!
PRICILLA MARTINEZ
Specialist at Bascom
ALEXIS MIRANDA
Specialist at Mayfair
Miranda has been a staff member of the Parks, ation, and Neighborhood services team for over 5 Alexis is an outgoing team member always willing to a helping hand to her community and staff She stands th her creativity and vibrant personality. Plus a style to !
Pricilla Martinez has been a staff member of the Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood services team for 4 years! Pricilla currently works at Bascom but has worked with Grace Art & Wellness program and Northside Senior Services for 2 years. She is committed to create programs that inspire healthy living and promote mental wellness through play.
