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Therapeutic Recreation Programming
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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.
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Jamming, Jingling and Jumping
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Let's celebrate the holiday season with music, games, friends and have a jolly ol' fun time! Music therapist Anna-Catherine Fowler will lead the holiday music session from 10:15am - 11:00am. Santa will visit from 11:00am - 11:30am. Other activities will include: playing games, making a craft to take home and socializing with others.
Ages: 3 - 12
Date: Saturday, December 12
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Cornelius Arts Center - 19725 Oak St. Unit 1 Cornelius, NC 28031
Registration Fee: $15 (siblings are welcome and can register for $10 each)
Registration Deadline: December 4
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Dance and Movement Class
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Based on the BrainDance theory, which incorporates exercises that stimulate the body through movement. Co-Sponsored by the YMCA and led by Dance Instructor, Jenny Griffes. Note: this is not a therapeutic recreational program. It is a co-sponsored program for youth with disabilities.
Ages: 5 and up
Dates: Wednesdays, January 13 – February 17
Time: 6:30-7:15pm
Location: Huntersville Arts and Cultural Center - 109 S.Old Statesville Rd. Huntersville, NC 28078
Registration Fee: $40.00
To register or for more information, contact Jenny Griffes:
(704) 716-6780 jenny.griffes@ymcacharlotte.org
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Basketball
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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
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