|
|
 |
|
Therapeutic Recreation Programming
|
|
A variety of fun programs are available to children with special needs. The focus is ABILITY not disability! Therapeutic Recreation uses treatment, leisure education and recreation participation to help people with illnesses, disabilities and other conditions to develop and use their leisure in ways that enhance their health, functional abilities, independence and quality of life. Join in the fun for a variety of activities in Cornelius, Davidson and Huntersville. Financial assistance is available to residents of Cornelius, Davidson and Huntersville. Click here for information regarding TR programs for adults (ages 16 and up).
For more information, please contact:
Cornelius PARC Department 704-892-6031 Ext. 162 or mstoner@cornelius.org; rwertz@cornelius.org
Davidson Parks & Recreation 704-892-3349
Huntersville Parks & Recreation 704-766-2220
Davidson Parks and Recreation Department hosts registration for Therapeutic Recreation Programming on behalf of the Cornelius PARC Department and Huntersville Parks and Recreation Department. CLICK HERE to register for the following programs.
|
|
|
Basketball
|
Players will be taught basic skills such as shooting, dribbling, passing and how to play in a game.
Ages: 5 – 19
Dates: Saturdays, Feb. 6- March 13
Time: 9:00am – 10:00am
Location: Torrence Creek Elementary Gym - 14550 Ranson Rd. Huntersville, NC 28078
Registration Fee: $50.00 (includes t-shirt and trophy)
Registration Deadline: January 22
|
|
|
TOP Soccer
|
|
Is designed to bring the opportunity of learning and playing soccer to young athletes with disabilities. We will be co-sponsoring this program with the North Meck Soccer Club. Players will be given the opportunity to learn basic soccer skills and practice these skills with peers, volunteers and staff. Wear shin guards, if you have them, but they will be provided, if you don't.
Ages: 5 - 19
Dates: Saturdays, April 17-May 22 (rain make up-May 29)
Time: 9:00am - 10:00am
Location: Richard Barry Memorial Park - 13707 Beatties Ford Rd. Huntersville, NC 28078
Registration Fee: $5.00
Registration Deadline: April 10
|
|
|
Sailboat Rides
|
|
Free Sailboat rides on a 19' Flying Scott Sailboat will be given to individuals with intellectual disabilities and one parent/caregiver. Length of ride on Lake Norman is approx. 30 min. Donations to the sailing center are welcomed. This program is co-sponsored with the NC Community Sailing & Rowing Center.
Ages: 7 and up
Date: Friday May 21, 2010 (Rain/Wind Make up Date: May 23 - 1-4pm)
Time: 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Blythe Landing 15901 NC 73 Highway Huntersville, NC 28078
|
|
|
|
