ADAPTIVE RECREATION

ADAPTIVERECREATION ADAPTIVE AQUATICS COORDINATOR Laurie Bartee lbartee@CRgov.com 720-733-2283 THERAPEUTIC RECREATION SPECIALIST abordenet@CRgov.com 303-814-7459

Adaptive Recreation programs include individuals with developmental or physical disabilities in appropriate recreational activities. The goal of these programs is to provide a positive and supportive learning environment where individuals can explore new social and life skills, develop friendships and engage in a variety of recreational opportunities. Adaptive Recreation is pleased to offer quality programs in the areas of aquatics, life skills, outdoor adventures and athletics. Go to CRgov.com/Recreation to sign up for our Adaptive Recreation offerings.

Adaptive Family Fun Nights will be offered the second Friday of every month for adaptive families. All family members are welcome and encouraged to participate.

Fee: Free; registration required Day/time: Friday, 5–6:30 p.m. Dates: Sept. 3, Oct. 1, Nov. 5, Dec. 3 Location: Recreation Center Pool

Join us for a fun adventure in a variety of art and painting classes! Students will learn techniques to create their own art pieces to reflect their individual style. Classes start with the same theme, but each piece turns out unique. All supplies are included.

Ages: 5+ Fee: $10 Dates: Sept. 10, Oct. 8, Nov. 12, Dec. 10 Day/time: Friday, 5–6:30 p.m. Location: Recreation Center Lodge

Join the Colorado Rapids Youth Program Ability Soccer Clinics. Please wear athletic shoes and bring a water bottle. Be sure to register at CRgov.com/AdaptiveRec.

Fee: Free; registration required Dates: Sept. 18–Oct. 23 Day/time: Saturday, 11 a.m.–noon Location: Founders Park The National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD) is one of the largest therapeutic recreation agencies in the world. NSCD offers a variety of year-round sports and recreational adventures.

Participants will engage in team building, ninja warrior course, archery and other fun activities.

Athletes and staff should wear comfortable clothing, sneakers and breathable clothing for working out. Bring any snacks that meet your dietary needs and a water bottle. Please be prepared to exercise!

Ages: 12+ Fee: $100 Dates: Oct. 18–22 Day/time: 9 a.m.–noon Location: TBD

NSCD offers ski or snowboard lessons at Winter Park. This five-week session includes full days of ski/board lessons, adaptive equipment rental and transportation from Castle Rock and Lone Tree to Winter Park. These lessons are suitable for anyone at any level, including wheelchair users or individuals with vision impairment or physical or cognitive disabilities.

Lessons are one-on-one or two-on-one if needed. More information to come. Signup will begin in September.