MID-SPRING 2020 / SUMMER 2020 - Recreation and Leisure Programs and Activities for Special Populations Broward County, Florida
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Recreation and Leisure Programs
and Activities for Special Populations
Broward County, Florida
MID-SPRING 2020 / SUMMER 2020
Prepared by the
Broward County Parks and Recreation Division
Special Populations Section
Phone: 954-357-8170
TTY: 954-537-2844
Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org
Broward.org/Parks
1The information contained in this listing is compiled for general information purposes
only and is accurate to the best of the preparers' knowledge. Most of the information
listed was provided by the program provider / agency. Where TBA is listed, please call
to confirm. We didn't hear back from many of the agencies due to the COVID-19
pandemic. Please note that many of the programs listed have a preregistration
requirement and may be fee-based. Broward County does not endorse any of the
programs or access features listed. Be sure to examine each program and access
feature carefully, by contacting the provider listed in the entry, to determine what is
desirable to meet your specific interests and needs. Should you have any corrections,
or know of programs or access features not included, contact the Special Populations
Section at 954-357-8170, TTY: 954-537-2844, or email SpecialPopulations@Broward.org.
COUNTY PROVIDERS OUTSIDE OF BROWARD COUNTY
Miami Dade Parks Therapeutic Recreation and Inclusion: 305-755-7848
MiamiDade.gov/Parks
Palm Beach County Therapeutic Recreation: 561-966-7015,
Palm Beach Special Olympics: 561-966-7019 - Co.Palm-Beach.FL.US/parks
2Program Information Contact Information
KAMP KOOL 2020 Contact Information:
For grades 1 to 12, with an intellectual City of Coral Springs
or developmental disability. Parks & Recreation Department
An active camp for children and teens Mullins Hall
with special needs. Swimming, games, Debra Futterman – Phone: 954-345-2200
sports, arts & crafts, field trips, and Email: DFutterman@CoralSprings.org
more. 5:1 ratio. Campers must be self- CoralSprings.org
sufficient. Preregistration required. Call
for information and registration.
ALL-STAR BUDDY SUMMER CAMP 2020 Contact Information:
For ages 6 to 24, with an intellectual, City of Deerfield Beach Parks & Recreation
developmental, physical, visual, and/or Department
hearing disability. Recreational and Highlands Community Center
educational opportunities are designed Adele Trizzino – Phone: 954-480-4494
with accommodations, and awareness Email: ATrizzino@Deerfield-Beach.com
to special populations, but camp is for DFB.city
all. Camp is packed with fun trips and
provides campers with a unique
opportunity to learn new and exciting
educational experiences through our
S.T.R.E.A.M. programming. Call for
information and registration.
3SUMMER CAMP 2020 Contact Information:
For ages 6 to 22, with an intellectual, City of Pembroke Pines Recreation & Cultural
developmental, and/or physical Arts/YMCA, Special Population Program
disability. Charter School, Pembroke Pines
Daily activities include recreational Tom Joyce – Phone: 954-392-2127
games, sports, arts & crafts, Email: Tjoyce@ppines.com
educational classes, swimming, field ppines.com
trips, and much more. Monday through
Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., June 8
to July 31. Call or email for information
and registration.
SUMMER CAMP 2020 (TBA – call to Contact Information:
confirm) Abi's Place, Coral Springs
For ages 3 to 17, with an intellectual, Phone: 954-753-4441
developmental, and/or physical AbisPlace.com
disability.
Activities basedon weekly themes, IEP
goals, in-house field trips, cooking, arts
& crafts, and more. ABA included. Call
for more information.
MARLEEN FORKAS CAMP KAVOD 2020 Contact Information:
(TBA- call to confirm) Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community
For ages 3 to 22, with an intellectual, Center, Boca Raton
4developmental, physical, emotional, Helene & Roy Schwedelson Special Needs
visual, and/or hearing disability. Camp Department
activities are designed to enhance Ali Landman, Program Director –
social, motor, language, and other life Phone: 561-852-3269
skills that promote greater Email: AliL@LevisJCC.org
independence. Low staff ratios. 4 two- LevisJCC.org
week sessions from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pre-
and post-care available. June-August.
Call or email for information.
DAY CAMP PROGRAMS 2020 Contact Information:
For ages 4 to 16, with attention deficit AEF Schools
disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity Davie
disorder, and/or Asperger’s. Campers Mrs. Vanheyzen – Phone: 954-581-8222
learn social and life skills through Email: LVanheyzen@AEFSchools.com
physical and hands-on activities. Eight- AEFCamps.com
week camp or eight one-week sessions.
Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30
p.m., June 15 to July 31. Before- and
after-care available from 7:30 a.m. to
5:30 p.m. Call or email for more details.
SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM 2020 Contact Information:
For ages 0 to 8, with an intellectual, Ann Storck Center
developmental, physical, visual, and/or Fort Lauderdale
5hearing disability. Educational, Amanda Hernandez – Phone: 954-584-8000
recreational, and therapeutic activities. Email: AHernandez@ascfl.org
Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., ascfl.org
June 8 to August 7. Call or email for
eligibility requirements and details.
CAMP ABLE 2020 (TBA – call to confirm) Contact Information:
For ages 3 to 21, with an intellectual or ARC Broward
developmental disability. Camp includes Sunrise
a variety of social, leisure, recreational, Tonya Ricker – Phone: 954-746-9400
and educational opportunities and Email: CampAble@arcbroward.com
services for youth arcbroward.com
with behavioral challenges. Call or visit
Website for information.
CAMP ATLANTIS – SUMMER FUN CAMP Contact Information:
2020 Atlantis Academy, Coral Springs
For grade K to young adult, with an Donna Bussiere – Phone: 954-752-7571
intellectual or developmental disability. Email: DBussiere@chancelight.com
Camp offers a variety of on- and off- AtlantisAcademy.com
campus activities. June 8 to August 7
from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call for details.
SUMMER INTENSIVE PROGRAM Contact Information:
For ages 4 to 22, with an intellectual Broward Academy, Davie
6and/or developmental disability, autism, Maria Preston – Phone: 954-401-2024
and/or related disabilities. Email: MariaPrestonbcba@gmail.com
Offers intensive programming in ABA, BrowardAcademy.org
functional life skills, social skills,
academics, language, vocational skills,
and recreation and leisure skills in a fun
and supportive environment. Call or
email for information.
SUMMER ENRICHMENT CAMP 2020 Contact Information:
For ages 3 to 15, with a developmental Cadenza Center, Hollywood
disability and/or autism. Phone: 954-925-3191
A variety of enrichment and therapeutic Email: CadenzaCenter@gmail.com
activities including music, art, CadenzaCenter.com
movement, drama, social skills,
and/organized outdoor activities at local
parks. Small groups. Call or email for
information.
MOST SUMMER CAMP 2020 Contact Information:
For ages 4 to 12, with a hearing Center for Hearing & Communication
disability. Margate Elementary, Margate
A safe, positive environment that Olivia Angeli – Phone: 954-601-1930
enhances academic achievement, TTY: 954-601-1338
7supports social and physical Email: OAngeli@chchearing.org
development, and strengthens chchearing.org
relationships. Monday to Friday from 8
a.m. to 5 p.m., June 8 to August 7. Call
or email for more information.
CAMP GIBORIM – SUMMER CAMP 2020 Contact Information:
For ages 3 to 22 and over, with an David Posnack Jewish Community
intellectual, developmental, and/or Center, Davie
physical disability. Traditional camp in Scott Dermer – Phone: 954-434-0499
a nurturing environment filled with Email: CampGiborim@dpjcc.org
innovative activities, nonstop fun, and dpjcc.org
creative surroundings. Arts & crafts,
music, sports, field trips, swimming,
mini-golf, karate, science, and more.
June 8 to July 31. Before- and after-care
available. Email and visit Website for
additional information, eligibility
requirements, and session dates.
SPECIAL NEEDS SUMMER RIDING CAMP Contact Information:
2020 Equine-Assisted Therapies of South Florida
For ages 7 and over, with an Tradewinds Park North, Coconut Creek
intellectual, developmental, physical, Phone: 954-974-2007
emotional, visual, and/or hearing Email: Program@equineatsf.org
8disability. equineatsf.org
Riding lessons, grooming, tacking, arts
& crafts, games, music, and more. Each
participant is paired with a "buddy."
Half-day and full-day available. July 13
to 17. Call or email for information.
SUPERVISED TRIPS & VACATIONS Contact Information:
SUMMER 2020 Exceptional Vacations
For ages 18 and up, with an intellectual All trips depart and return locally
or developmental disability. Jill Vassi – Phone: 561-852-0910
Vacation opportunities for individuals Email: JillV@Exceptional-Vacations.com
with developmental disabilities and Exceptional-Vacations.com
other special needs. Call or email for
information.
SUMMER PROGRAM 2020 Contact Information:
For ages 5 to 12, with a visual disability. Lighthouse of Broward
Learn new things and make friends at Fort Lauderdale
this summer program filled with fun and Fabienne Brutus – Phone: 954-463-4217
exploration. Swimming, mixed martial ext. 140
arts, arts & crafts, and much more. Email: FBrutus@lhob.org
Build self-esteem, confidence, and lhob.org
independence.
9Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3
p.m., June 29 to July 21. Call or email
for more information.
TEENLIFE SUMMER PROGRAM 2020 Contact Information:
For ages 13 to 22, with a visual Lighthouse of Broward
disability. Fort Lauderdale
An intensive summer program that Fabienne Brutus – Phone: 954-463-4217
includes real work experience ext. 140
throughout Broward as well as fun and Email: FBrutus@lhob.org
socialization. Various weeks throughout lhob.org
June and July. Call or email for more
information.
RAD – Recreation for Adults With Contact Information:
Disabilities Living Inclusively for Everyone Inc. (LIFE)
For 18 and up, with an intellectual or Plantation
developmental disability. Laura Prado – Phone: 954-817-4742
A summer program where participants Email: LifeFlorida@gmail.com
are engaged in various fun, educational, Life-Florida.org
and healthy activities. Call or email for
more information.
SUMMER CAMPS 2020 (TBA – call to Contact Information:
10confirm) PAL Academy
For ages 2 to 21, with a learning Weston
disability, nonverbal learning disability, Elizabeth Zayas-Hines – Phone: 954-372-9710
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, ext. 210
high-functioning autism, Asperger’s, Email: Info@palclinic.com
and/or pervasive developmental palclinic.com
disorder not otherwise specified. Sport
skills develop and improve skills, and/or
keep the "brain" on the move, learn new
ideas and skills. Therapy is available.
Fun in the Sun Camp (Traditional).
Camp SOAR (for children on the
Spectrum). Before- and after-care
available. Call or email for information.
SHAKE-A-LEG MIAMI SUMMER CAMPS Contact Information:
2020 (TBA – call to confirm) Shake-A-Leg Miami
All are inclusive. Kiandra Rhaney – Phone: 305-858-5550
Adventure Island – for ages 7 and over, Email: Kiandra@ShakeALegMiami.org
with an intellectual, developmental, ShakeALegMiami.org
physical, emotional, visual, and/or
hearing disability.
Campers spend their days on the island
11kayaking, sailing, fishing, swimming,
and learning about the marine and
island environments through hands-on
art and science activities. Monday
through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.,
June 15 to August 21. Five sessions
offered. After-care available.
Marine Academy – for grades 2 to 12,
with an intellectual, developmental,
physical, emotional, visual, and/or
hearing disability.
Campers experience Biscayne Bay as
their outdoor classroom. Diverse
activities reinforce school-year learning
in a fun, thought-provoking, and
interactive environment. Monday
through Friday from a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
After-care available. Call or email for
additional summer camp information.
Water Sports – for ages 9 and up, with
an intellectual, developmental,
physical, emotional, visual, and/or
hearing disability.
12Campers experience hands-on engaging
water-sport activities such as sailing,
swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, and
other paddle sports. Monday through
Friday from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., June 15
to August 7. After-care available. Call or
email for more details.
SOCIAL SKILLS, SCIENCE, & ART Contact Information:
SUMMER DAY CAMPS 2020 Support for Students Growth Center
For ages 4 to 14, with autism spectrum Boca Raton
disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity Dr. Eric Nach – Phone: 561-990-7305
disorder, and/or social challenges. Email:
Partial day program designed for Info@SupportforStudentsGrowthCenter.com
children and teens who are SupportforStudentsGrowthCenter.com
mainstreamed and would benefit from a
small, intensive, science/technology-
13infused and social skills-based camp
experience. Initial consultation
required. Six one-week sessions. Limit
of 12 campers each week. Monday
through Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.,
June 22 to August 7. Call for more
information.
TVC SUMMER PROGRAM (TBA – call to Contact Information:
confirm) The Victory Center for Autism & Related
For ages 2 to 22, with an intellectual, Disabilities (TVC)
developmental, autism, and/or related MAR-JCC, North Miami Beach
disabilities. Phone: 305-466-1142
Program includes ABA therapy, Email: Office@TheVictorySchool.org
communication training, community- TheVictorySchool.org
based instruction, social play,
academic tutoring, field trips,
swimming, and more. Application must
be completed by May 2020. Call or
email for information.
14M.O.S.T SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM 2020 Contact Information:
For ages 3 to 22, with an intellectual, United Community Options of South Florida
developmental, and/or physical Fort Lauderdale & Pompano
disability. Recreational and academic Cathea Comiskey – Phone: 954-315-4053
enrichment activities, field trips, and Email: CatheaComiskey@uco-ucpsfl.org
more. Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 UnitedCommunityOptionssfl.org
p.m. in Fort Lauderdale and 8 a.m. to 5
p.m. in Pompano Beach. June 8 to July
31. Call or email for more details.
MARTIAL ARTS SUMMER CAMP Contact Information:
(TBA – call to confirm) USK Karate Academy, Coral Springs
For ages 7 and up, with high-functioning Jillian Alvas – Phone: 954-340-5425
autism spectrum disorder. Email: Admin@usk.ninja
Martial-arts lessons, field trips, games, usk.ninja
arts & crafts, themes, fun, and more.
Call or email for information.
SAILING FOR SUCCESS Contact Information:
15For ages 10 and up, with an intellectual, YEA (Youth Environmental Alliance)
developmental, physical, emotional, Phone: 248-933-1069
visual, and/or hearing disability. Email: Info@yeafrog.org
Accessible sailing and other forms of yeafrog.org
outdoor education to foster success.
Call or email for information.
YMCA MOST SUMMER CAMP Contact Information:
PROGRAMS 2020 YMCA of South Florida
For ages 4 to 22, with an intellectual, American Prep Academy, Davie
developmental, physical, emotional, Atlantic West Elementary, Margate
visual, and/or hearing disability. Bethune Elementary, Hollywood
Program provides students a low-cost Markham Elementary, Pompano Beach
summer program that promotes social Pinewood Elementary, North Lauderdale
skills, literacy, fitness, science, math, Walker Elementary, Fort Lauderdale
and recreation. The program also offers Walter C. Young, Pembroke Pines
swimming lessons and drowning Teresa Spitler – Phone: 754-551-7169
prevention and promotes inclusion with Email: TSpitler@YMCASouthFlorida.org
typically developing peers. Monday YMCASouthFlorida.org
through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Call or email for more information.
16REMOTE RECREATION PROGRAMS – Contact Information:
Individualized Weekly Activities Recreational Therapy Program at Florida
(Summer 2020) International University
For ages 8 and up, with an intellectual, Tonia Porter
developmental, physical, and/or Email: Tzyburt@fiu.edu
emotional disability. fiu.edu
Participants will be individually paired
with a recreational therapy student who
will design one customized activity
each week that will be facilitated
remotely. This a service the RT Program
is offering for individuals who are
unable to leave their home due to the
pandemic. Participants will need to
have a computer and Internet access to
participate. SPACE IS LIMITED! May 11
to June 19. Email for information.
BOWLING Contact Information:
For 18 and up, with an intellectual, Broward County Parks & Recreation
developmental, and/or physical Sunrise
disability. Special Populations – Phone: 954-357-8160
Year round. Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:45 TTY: 954-537-2844
p.m. Preregistration required. Call or Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org
17email for details. Broward.org/Parks
PINS - N – PALS: YOUTH & YOUNG Contact Information:
ADULT BOWLING Broward County Parks & Recreation
For ages 13 to 30, with an intellectual, Sunrise
developmental, and/or physical Special Populations – Phone: 954-357-8160
disability. Year round. Tuesdays from TTY: 954-537-2844
4:40 p.m. to 6 p.m. Preregistration Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org
required. Call or email for details. Broward.org/Parks
TANDEM BIKE – SKILL DEVELOPMENT
For 18 and up, with a visual disability. Contact Information:
Learn basic biking skills, safety, bike Broward County Parks & Recreation
mechanics, trust-building, and group Location varies
riding etiquette, along with the Special Populations – Phone: 954-357-8170
opportunity for physical activity, fun, TTY: 954-537-2844
and socialization. Call or email for Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org
details. Broward.org/Parks
TANDEM BIKE LEISURE RIDES Contact Information:
For 18 and up, with a visual disability. Broward County Parks & Recreation
For graduates of the Skill Development Various parks
Program. Quarterly. Call or email for Special Populations – Phone: 954-357-8170
details. TTY: 954-537-2844
Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org
18Broward.org/Parks
YOGA Contact Information:
For 18 and up, with a visual disability. Broward County Parks & Recreation
Group yoga instruction with postures Sunview Park, Fort Lauderdale
adapted to individual abilities. Meets Special Populations – Phone: 954-357-8160
the second and fourth Saturdays of the TTY: 954-537-2844
month, January to October, 10 a.m. to Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org
noon. Registration required. Broward.org/Parks
NORDIC POLE WALKING PROGRAM Contact Information:
For 18 and up, with intellectual and/or Broward County Parks & Recreation
developmental disability, and one adult Various County parks
guest. Special Populations –
This inclusive cardio- and strength- Phone: 954-357-8170
based program will introduce TTY: 954-537-2844
participants to a simple, low-impact, Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org
and healthful walking activity. Broward.org/Parks
Preregistration required. Call or email
for details.
VETFIT! EXERCISE PROGRAM Contact Information:
For veterans, with or without a Broward County Parks & Recreation
19disability. Location varies
A fitness initiative to promote health Special Populations – Phone: 954-357-8170
through a seated, energizing exercise TTY: 954-537-2844
routine. Each class includes a warmup, Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org
exercise routine, and cooldown. Broward.org/Parks
Preregistration required. Call or email
for details.
TAKE THE STAGE! Contact Information:
For ages 7 to 14, with intellectual, Broward County Parks & Recreation and
developmental, and/or physical Plantation Parks & Recreation
disability. Plantation Central Park
A free fun dance program. Participants Special Populations – Phone: 954-357-8170
will explore various styles and elements TTY: 954-537-2844
of dance with student volunteers Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org
assisting. Program focuses on rhythm, Broward.org/Parks
coordination, socialization, self-
awareness, self-expression, and
confidence. Two separate programs
offered Saturdays. Program 1 from 9:15
to 10:15 a.m., for ages 11 to 14, and
Program 2 from 10:3 to 11:30 a.m., for
ages 7 to 10. Preregistration required.
20Call or email for details.
DISC GOLF 101 Contact Information:
For veterans, with or without a Broward County Parks & Recreation
disability. Plantation Heritage Park
Learn fundamentals, skills, equipment, Special Populations – Phone: 954-357-8160
field of play, rules, and more; or, hone TTY: 954-537-2844
your skills. Disc golf is an enjoyable, Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org
affordable, and active outdoor Broward.org/Parks
recreation or competitive activity that
can be played at many of Broward
County's beautiful parks.
Preregistration required. Call or email
for details.
CROSS-ROUND FITNESS Contact Information:
For 18 and up, with a physical disability. Broward County Parks & Recreation and
This free program, in partnership with Supportabilities Foundation
Supportabilities Foundation, will teach Location varies
self-defense through noncontact boxing Special Populations – Phone: 954-357-8170
and promote physical fitness through TTY: 954-537-2844
adaptive exercises while enhancing Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org
physical, emotional, and social Broward.org/Parks
confidence. Preregistration required.
21Call or email for details.
3R's ARTS & CRAFTS – Recycle, Reuse, Contact Information:
Repurpose Broward County Parks & Recreation
For ages 18 and up, with an intellectual Location varies
and/or developmental disability. Special Populations – Phone: 954-357-8160
This program will provide opportunities TTY: 954-537-2844
to explore and create art with recycled, Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org
repurposed, and found materials while Broward.org/Parks
promoting and enhancing creativity and
self-expression. Preregistration
required. Call or email for details.
MUSICAL EXPRESSIONS Provider, Location, & Contact Information:
For ages 13 to 25, with an intellectual Broward County Parks & Recreation
and/or developmental disability. Location varies
Express yourself and communicate with Special Populations – Phone: 954-357-8170
music by learning musical skills with TTY: 954-537-2844
various percussion instruments. Have Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org
fun and gain confidence as you learn Broward.org/Parks
rhythmic patterns and use vocals.
Preregistration required. Call or email
for details.
HANDCYCLES Contact Information:
For ages 18 and up, with a physical Broward County Parks & Recreation
22disability. Central Broward Park, Lauderhill
Two handcycles, one recumbent, one Phone: 954-357-5400; TTY: 954-537-2844
upright, may be checked out on a first- Email: CBRP@Broward.org
come, first-served basis. Handcycles Broward.org/Parks
are for independent use within the park.
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call for information.
WATER-SAFETY CLASSES Contact Information:
For ages 6 months to 18, with an Broward County Parks & Recreation
intellectual, developmental, physical, SWIM Central
emotional, visual, and/or hearing Various locations throughout Broward
disability. Phone: 954-357-7946
Broward County's chief coordinating Email: SWIMCentral@Broward.org
agency for water-safety instruction and Broward.org/Parks
awareness. SWIM Central maintains the
most comprehensive database in
Florida, tracking every single swimming
pool and program in the County.
NAMI – FRIDAY NIGHT SOCIAL Contact Information:
For ages 18 and up, living with mental Broward County Parks & Recreation and
illness. National Alliance on Mental Illness,
Deejay music, dancing, refreshments, Broward County
23socializing, door prizes, and more. Tree Tops Park, Davie
Friday, June 12, 2020, from 7 to 9:30 Special Populations – Phone: 954-357-8170
p.m. Call or email for additional TTY: 954-537-2844
information. Note: Direct supervision of Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org
participants is not provided. NAMI – Phone: 954-316-9907
SUMMER SOCIAL DANCE Contact Information:
For ages 18 and up, with an intellectual, Broward County Parks & Recreation and
developmental, and/or physical Tamarac Parks & Recreation
disability. Tamarac Community Center
Deejay music, dancing, refreshments, Special Populations – Phone: 954-357-8170
socializing, and fun. Friday, July 17, TTY: 954-537-2844
2020, from 7 to 10 p.m. Reservations Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org
required. Call or email for information Broward.org/Parks
and/or reservation. Note: Direct
supervision of participants is not
provided.
TEEN & YOUNG ADULT SOCIAL – "Back- Contact Information:
to-School Dance" Broward County Parks & Recreation
For ages 13 to 25, with an intellectual, Tree Tops Park, Davie
developmental, and/or physical Special Populations – Phone: 954-357-8170
disability. TTY: 954-537-2844
Deejay music, dancing, refreshments, Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org
24socializing, and fun. Friday, August 14, Broward.org/Parks
2020,from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Reservations
required. Call or email for information
and/or reservation. Note: Direct
supervision of participants is not
provided.
SPECIAL NEEDS BOWLING LEAGUE Contact Information:
For all ages, with intellectual, City of Coconut Creek Parks & Recreation
developmental, physical, emotional, AMF, Margate
visual, and/or hearing disability. Enrique Castro or Nicole Samsel -
All levels of bowlers and experience are Phone: 954-545-6670
welcome. This program is about having Email: ECastro@CoconutCreek.net;
fun, making friends, and social Nsamsel@CoconutCreek.net
interaction with a little friendly CoconutCreek.net/parks/special-needs
competition. Registration required in
person at Community Center prior
to being accepted into program.
Mondays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Summer: June 1 to July 27, 2020. Fall:
August 10 to October 12, 2020.
SPECIAL NEEDS SPORTS FUN & Contact Information:
FITNESS City of Coconut Creek Parks & Recreation
For ages 18 and up, with an intellectual, Coconut Creek Community Center
25developmental, physical, emotional, Enrique Castro – Phone: 954-545-6670
visual, and/or hearing disability. Email: ECastro@CoconutCreek.net
This program will include a variety of CoconutCreek.net/parks/special-needs
sports and fitness activities. No online
registration accepted. Fridays from
noon to 12:45 p.m. August 28 to
December 18, 2020. No programs on
September 11, October 16, October 30,
and November 27. Call or email for more
information.
BOWLING Contact Information:
For ages 10 and up, with an intellectual, City of Coral Springs Parks & Recreation
developmental, physical, emotional, Sawgrass Lanes, Tamarac
visual, and/or hearing disability. Debra Futterman – Phone: 954-345-2200
Wednesdays, 4 to 5:30 p.m., through Email: DFutterman@CoralSprings.org
May 2020. Call or email for information. CoralSprings.org
Preregistration required.
BOOGIE DOWN DANCES Contact Information:
For all ages, with intellectual, City of Coral Springs Parks & Recreation
developmental, and/or physical Sartory Senior Center in Mullins Park
disability. Monthly themed dances with Debra Futterman - Phone: 954-345-2200
entertainment and refreshments. First Email: DFutterman@CoralCprings.org
26Friday of the month from 7:30 to 9:30 CoralSprings.org
p.m., through June 2020. Direct
supervision is not provided. Call or
email for more information.
FRIDAY-NIGHT DINNER CLUB Contact Information:
For ages 18 and up, with an intellectual, City of Coral Springs Parks & Recreation
developmental, physical, emotional, Sartory Senior Center in Mullins Park
visual, and/or hearing disability. Debra Futterman - Phone: 954-345-2200
Engage in socialization in a restaurant Email: DFutterman@CoralSprings.org
setting. Third Friday of the month from CoralSprings.org
6 to 9 p.m., through May 2020.
Preregistration required. Call or email
for information.
SATURDAY'S SOCIAL CLUB Contact Information:
For ages 10 and up, with an intellectual, City of Coral Springs Parks & Recreation
developmental, and/or physical Location varies
disability. Debra Futterman - Phone: 954-345-2200
Fun-filled activity day including on-site Email: DFutterman@CoralSprings.org
and off-site entertainment. Times and CoralSprings.org
cost vary. Preregistration required.
Participants must be self-sufficient.
Most Saturdays through June 2020.
27Registration required. Call or email for
information.
ALL-STAR BUDDIES Contact Information:
For ages 6 and up, with an intellectual, City of Deerfield Beach Parks & Recreation
developmental, physical, visual, and/or Location Varies by Program
hearing disability. Adele Trizzino - Phone: 954-480-4494
An all-inclusive program designed to Email: ATrizzino@Deerfield-Beach.com
provide fun and engaging recreational DFB.city
opportunities with the special
populations in mind but open for all to
enjoy. Call or email for program
information.
ALL-STAR BUDDY MUSIC Location:
Become a superstar in our new music Teen Center
program. This program has something
for everyone from recording songs in a
private studio to creating tunes on your
favorite instrument. Join us and
become the next Idol. Tuesdays from 6
to 7 p.m.
ALL-STAR BUDDY S.T.R.E.A.M. Location:
PROGRAMMING Constitution Park
28Join us in this new exciting class
learning Science, Technology,
Recreation, Engineering, Art, and Math.
Each class will cover one of the
important aspects of S.T.R.E.A.M.
programming. This program will be
packed with unique learning and
creative experiences. Wednesdays from
6 to 7:30 p.m.
ALL-STAR BUDDY BOWLING Location:
Come bowl strikes with us in our all- Strikes Bowling, Boca
inclusive family fun bowling league.
Tuesdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
ALL-STAR BUDDY CLAY ANIMATION Location:
Bring clay to life in our all-inclusive clay Hillsboro Community Center
animation videography club. Thursdays
from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
ALL-STAR BUDDY VOLLEYBALL Location:
Serve aces with us in our all-inclusive Dr. Leo J. Robb Gym
family fun volleyball league. Thursdays
29from 6 to 8 p.m.
CHAIR YOGA Contact Information:
For ages 18 and up, 16 and 17 with City of Fort Lauderdale Parks & Recreation
guardian, with a physical disability. and Broward General Wellness
Includes gently stretching, Beach Community Center
strengthening, and relaxing the body. Kyle Miller – Phone: 954-828-5360
This class is perfect for individuals with Email: Kyle.Miller@FortLauderdale.gov
mobility limitations. Mondays and FortLauderdale.gov
Wednesdays from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m.
Call or email for more information.
HYDROFITNESS (TBA – call to confirm) – Contact Information:
for ages 18 and up, with a physical City of Fort Lauderdale Parks & Recreation
disability. Low-impact water aerobics to Croissant Pool – Phone: 954-828-6156
improve flexibility, range of motion, and Jennifer Gigler – Phone: 954-828-5435
help with weight loss. Must be Email: JenniferG@FortLauderdale.gov
comfortable in the water. FortLauderdale.gov
AQUAFITNESS – for ages 18 and up, Bass Park Pool – Phone: 954-828-6019
with a physical disability.
Shallow water. Monday through Friday
from 7:15 to 8:15 a.m. Call or email for
further information.
30WHEELCHAIR TENNIS PROGRAM Contact Information:
For 18 and up, with a physical disability. City of Fort Lauderdale Parks & Recreation
Learn how to play wheelchair tennis. George English Tennis Center, Fort
All abilities welcome. Four specialized Lauderdale
adult sport wheelchairs available. Phone: 954-828-4620
Wednesdays from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Email: Serogers@FortLauderdale.gov
FortLauderdale.gov
FORT LAUDERDALE SHARKS (TBA – call Contact Information:
to confirm) City of Fort Lauderdale Parks & Recreation &
Wheelchair Basketball Team Fort Lauderdale Sharks
For ages 16 and up, with a physical Joseph C. Carter Park, Fort Lauderdale
disability. Competitive and recreational Archie Jones – Phone: 954-828-4511
wheelchair basketball. All welcome to Email: AJones@FortLauderdale.gov;
participate. Year round. Fridays from 6 ftlsharks@gmail.com
to 9 p.m. and Sundays from 1 to 6 p.m. ftlsharks.com
Call or email for information.
JR. FORT LAUDERDALE SHARKS – Prep Contact Information:
Wheelchair Basketball City of Fort Lauderdale Parks & Recreation
31For ages 6 to 13, with a physical Joseph C. Carter Park, Fort Lauderdale
disability, and for ages 14 to 17, with a Archie Jones – Phone: 954-828-4511
physical disability. Sundays from 1 to 3 Email: AJones@FortLauderdale.gov
p.m. Call or email for details. Phone: 954-303-6999
information. Email: JuniorSharksBasketball@gmail.com
SPECIAL NEEDS SWIM LESSONS Contact Information:
For ages 6 months and up, with an City of Hollywood Parks, Recreation &
intellectual, developmental, physical, Cultural Arts
and/or hearing disability. Adaptive Driftwood Community Pool
Aquatics Group swim lessons for Chadli Fernandez – Phone: 954-967-4644
children with disabilities. Saturdays Email: CFernandez@HollywoodFL.org
from 10 to 11 a.m. Registration HollywoodFL.org
required. Call or email for information.
ADULT SPECIAL NEEDS DANCES Contact Information:
For ages 16 and up, with an intellectual, City of Hollywood Parks, Recreation &
developmental, physical, and/or Cultural Arts
emotional disability. Enjoy a night of Boulevard Heights Community Center
dancing, music and socializing. Light Pixie Cook – Phone: 954-967-4235
snacks and drinks provided. Third Email: PCook@HollywoodFl.org
Tuesday of the month from 6:30 to 8:30 HollywoodFL.org
p.m. Call or email for information.
ADULT SPECIAL NEEDS MOVIE Contact Information:
32For ages 16 and up, with an intellectual, City of Hollywood Parks, Recreation &
developmental, physical, emotional, Cultural Arts
and/or hearing disability. Boulevard Heights Community Center
Enjoy a movie and a light snack. On- Pixie Cook – Phone: 954-967-4235
going on Wednesdays from 10:45 a.m. Email: PCook@HollywoodFL.org
to 12:30 p.m. Call or email for details. HollywoodFL.org
ADAPTIVE SWIM LESSONS Contact Information:
For ages 6 months and up, with an City of Margate Parks and Recreation
intellectual, developmental, physical, Calypso Cove Water Park
emotional, visual, and/or hearing Maria Moresco – Phone: 954-974-4566
disability. One-on-one swim lessons for Email: CCove@MargateFL.com
individuals unable to be independent in MargateFL.com
water. Designed to increase swimming
skills. Preregistration required. By
appointment.
SPECIAL OLYMPICS TRACK & FIELD Contact Information:
PRACTICE City of Miramar Parks & Recreation and
33For ages 8 and up, with an intellectual Special Olympics Broward County
and/or developmental disability. Until Ansin Sports Complex, Miramar
May 2020. Must be registered with Phone: 954-262-2150
Special Olympics. Call for information. (See Special Olympics)
SPECIAL OLYMPICS – AQUATICS Contact Information:
PROGRAM City of Pembroke Pines Recreation &
For ages 8 and up, with an intellectual Cultural Arts/YMCA, Special Population
and/or developmental disability. Program – Charter Central Pool
Athletes must know the basics of Jean Kneely – Phone: 954-826-0800
swimming and meet Special Olympics Email: JKneely@YMCASouthFlorida.org
eligibility requirements. Swim stroke, PPines.com
skills, and competition practice. YMCASouthFlorida.org
Mondays for practice and Saturdays for
competition. May through October 2020.
Call or email for more information.
SPECIAL POPULATIONS TENNIS Contact Information:
(TBA – call to confirm) City of Pembroke Pines Recreation &
For ages 12 and up, with a Cultural Arts/YMCA, Special Population
34developmental, physical, and/or Program
emotional disability. Pembroke Lakes Tennis Center
All levels of players are welcome. Sign Jocelyn Lata – Phone: 954-727-9622
up individually or with family members Email: JLata@YMCASouthFlorida.org
and/or companions. Fridays from 6:30 to PPines.com
7:30 p.m., through May 2020. Call or
email for more information.
SPECIAL OLYMPICS FLAG FOOTBALL Contact Information:
(TBA – call to confirm) City of Pembroke Pines Recreation &
For ages 8 and up, with an intellectual Cultural Arts/YMCA, Special Population
and/or developmental disability. Program – Town Gate Park
Special Olympics eligibility must be Jean Kneely – Phone: 954-826-0800
met. Sundays for practice and Jocelyn Lata – Phone: 954-727-9622
Saturdays for competition. Through Email: JLata@YMCASouthFlorida.org
2020. Call or email for information. PPines.com
FRIENDSHIP CLUB (TBA – call to Contact Information:
confirm) City of Pembroke Pines Recreation &
For ages 18 and up, with special needs. Cultural Arts, Special Population Program
Adult monthly themed socials held the Pines Recreation Center
second Wednesday of the month from 7 Debbie Rivera – Phone: 954-274-7321
to 8:30 p.m. School year. Activities vary Email: Berdequez1957@gmail.com
35each month: parties, dances, special PPines.com
events, and more. Call or email for
information.
WPPO MIRACLE LEAGUE BASEBALL Contact Information:
For ages 5 to 21, with an intellectual, City of Pembroke Pines and
developmental, physical, emotional, West Pembroke Pines Optimists (WPPO)
visual, and/or hearing disability. Rose G. Price Park
Field is accessible. Fridays from 7 to 8 Alex Bello – Phone: 954-224-0835
p.m., August to November 2020. Call or Email: WestPinesMiracleLeague@gmail.com
email for further information. facebook.com/WestPinesMiracleLeague
SPECIAL NEEDS PRIVATE SWIM Contact Information:
LESSONS City of Plantation Parks and Recreation
For ages 6 months to adult, with an Plantation Aquatic Complex, Plantation
intellectual, developmental, physical, Silvia Mousa – Phone: 954-663-6518
emotional, visual, and/or hearing Email: SilviaMousa@hotmail.com
disability. Plantation.org
Swim lessons for individuals with
disabilities. Designed to increase
swimming skills. Preregistration
required. By appointment only.
36SPECIAL NEEDS RECREATIONAL Contact Information:
EXERCISE City of Plantation Parks & Recreation
For ages 6 months to adult, with an Plantation Aquatic Complex, Plantation
intellectual, developmental, physical, Silvia Mousa – Phone: 954-663-6518
emotional, visual, and/or hearing Email: SilviaMousa@hotmail.com
disability. Plantation.org
Aquatic exercise program for
individuals unable to be independent in
the water. Designed to increase
strength, balance, flexibility, and
movements. Preregistration required.
By appointment only.
"PAP" PLANTATION ADAPTIVE TENNIS Contact Information:
PROGRAM (TBA – call to confirm) Plantation Community Tennis Corporation
For ages 7 to 17, and 18 and up, with a Frank Velletri Tennis Center, Plantation
37physical disability. Mark Morgenstern – Phone: 954-474-6897
Tennis instruction and play for Phone: 954-513-3540
beginners to advanced wheelchair PCTC.PlantationTennis.org
players. All equipment provided. Four PlantationTennis.org
specialized adult sport wheelchairs and
two youth sport wheelchairs available.
Call or email for information.
AQUASTRETCH - WATER AEROBICS Contact Information:
(TBA – call to confirm) City of Pompano Beach
For ages 18 and up, who have joint pain Pompano Beach Aquatic Center
and/or arthritis. Phone: 954-786-4128
Warm-water exercises to promote PompanoBeachFL.gov
flexibility and reduce joint pain and
stiffness. Year round. Mondays,
Wednesdays, and Fridays from 11:30
a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Call or email for more
information.
AUTISM SWIMS (TBA – call to confirm) Contact Information:
For ages 5 to 18, with autism. City of Sunrise Leisure Services and
A free event, for youth with autism, to Sunrise Civic Center Aquatic Complex
promote swimming and water safety. All Annette Figueroa – Phone: 954-747-4637
abilities are welcome. Pool games and Email: AFigueroa@SunriseFL.gov
38contests. Reservation required. Call or SunriseFL.gov
email for information.
WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL – "Sunrise Contact Information:
Suns" City of Sunrise Leisure Services and
For ages 16 and up, with a physical Sunrise Suns
disability. Professional team practice. Village Multipurpose Center Gym, Sunrise
Non-team members welcome to Fran Wade – Phone: 954-401-6970
experience wheelchair basketball and Email: SunriseSuns1@gmail.com
observe practices. Tuesdays and SunriseSuns.com
Thursdays from 5 to 7 p.m.
211 – SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCES Contact Information:
For ages 0 to 22, with an intellectual, 2-1-1 First Call for Help of Broward
developmental, physical, emotional, 24-hour helpline
visual, and/or hearing disability. Phone: 954-537-0211 or 2-1-1
Free information and referrals to special 211-Broward.org
needs resources, recreation, summer
programs, and care coordination
services. 211specialneeds.org
12th MAN FOOTBALL & CHEER CAMP Contact Information:
(TBA – call to confirm) 12th Man Football & Cheer Camp
For ages 3 and up, with an intellectual, Boca Raton & Miami
developmental, physical, emotional, Allen & Kimberly Lowy – Phone: 305-970-
visual, and/or hearing disability. 6077
39A free one-day camp designed for those Email: Twelfthmfcc@gmail.com
who, because of a special need or 12thmanfcc.org
disability, have not had the opportunity
to be involved in organized football or
cheerleading. Call or email for
information.
TASKS (Therapeutic After School Kids Contact Information:
Special) (TBA – call to confirm) Abi's Place, Coral Springs
For ages 3 to 17, with an intellectual, Phone: 954-753-4441
developmental, and/or physical AbisPlace.com
disability.
An after-school child-care program of
developmentally appropriate activities
that promote physical, intellectual, and
social development. Call for
information.
ABLE AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM (TBA – Contact Information:
call to confirm) Arc Broward
For ages 3 to 21, with intellectual Sunrise
and/or developmental disability. Phone: 954-746-9400
Provides an enriched and specialized ARCBroward.com
after-school program for children with
40developmental disabilities and
behavioral challenges. Social skills,
physical fitness, cultural arts,
recreation, case management, and
nursing services. Follows Broward
County school calendar. Extended
hours for early release & nonschool
days. Call for information.
STEP – AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM (TBA Contact Information:
– call to confirm) Arc Broward
For ages 16 to 21, with an intellectual Arc Broward, Sunrise; Coral Spring HS,
and/or developmental disability. McArthur HS, Hollywood; Piper HS, Sunrise
Social skill building, daily living skills, Liliana Ballesteros-Asha –
life skills training, employee skills Phone: 954-790-9342
training, career exploration, and paid Email: LBallesteros@ARCBroward.com
summer internship. Meets three days ARCBroward.com
from Monday through Thursday,
depending on site. School dismissal
time through 6 p.m. Call or email for
information.
41ARTISTS WITH AUTISM (TBA – call to Contact Information:
confirm) Artists With Autism – Training Gallery
For ages 18 and up, with an intellectual Festival Flea Market, Pompano Beach
or developmental disability, autism, Cynthia Drucker – Phone: 954-895-2786
and/or physical disability. Email: FlaGaL1106@gmail.com
Helps aspiring artists learn business ArtistsWithAutism.org
skills and social skills by showing and
selling their own artwork. Helps foster
and encourage micro-enterprising and
promote the artistic talents of persons
with autism and other disabilities.
ARTy Party: A fun and social art class,
taught by a professional artist. Call or
visit Website for info.
BEST DAY FOUNDATION Contact Information:
For ages 4 to 24 and up, with an Best Day Foundation, Florida Chapter
intellectual, developmental, physical, Pompano Beach Public Beach
emotional, visual, and/or hearing Phone: 800-309-2815
disability. Email: Info@BestDayFoundation.org;
Provides a fun day of aquatic and FL@BestDayFoundation.org
beach-based activities that build BestDayFoundation.org/locations/florida
42confidence and self-esteem. If you can
go to the beach, you can participate.
Activities include tandem surfing, body
boarding, kayaking, stand-up paddling,
games, and more. Beach wheelchairs
and custom-built surf chairs available.
Check Website for updates. Registration
required. Call or email for information.
BIT-BY-BIT THERAPEUTIC RIDING Contact Information:
CENTER Bit-by-Bit Therapy
For ages 2 and up, with an intellectual, Davie
developmental, physical, emotional, Susan March – Phone: 754-779-7888
visual, and/or hearing disability. Email: Info@BitbyBitTherapy.org
Medical therapy providing physical, BitbyBitTherapy.org
speech, and occupational therapy, with
the use of a horse and/or Hippotherapy,
to meet medical goals.
Recreational Adaptive Riding Lessons
for children and adults with special
needs.
BROWARD ELITE – "FRENZY KATZ" Contact Information:
CHEERLEADING (TBA – call to confirm) Broward Elite, Davie
For ages 6 to 30, with an intellectual, Betty Suess – Phone: 954-577-3332
43developmental, physical, visual, and/or Email: BettySuess@aol.com
hearing disability. BrowardEliteAllStars.com
Special needs competitive cheer team.
Learn cheer routines, jumps, dances,
stunts, and tumbling. Competition
across the country. Year round. Call or
email for information.
SPECIAL FITNESS CLASS Contact Information:
For ages 18 and over, with an Broward Health, Coral Springs
intellectual, developmental, and/or Phone: 954-344-3344
physical disability. Email: KByrne@BrowardHealth.org
An exercise class tailored for adults BrowardHealth.org
with mental and physical challenges
who are unable to participate in
conventional exercise classes.
Thursdays at 4:30 p.m. Call or email for
information.
SATURDAY ENRICHMENT CAMP Contact Information:
For grades Pre-K to 11, with an Cadenza Center, Hollywood
intellectual, developmental, emotional, Phone: 954-925-3191
and/or physical disability. During school Email: CadenzaCenter@gmail.com
year from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. CadenzaCenter.com
AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS – Call or
44email for information.
YOUTH FORCE PROGRAM Contact Information:
For ages 12 to 16, with a hearing Center for Hearing & Communication
disability. South Plantation High School, Plantation
Academic enrichment, prevention Olivia Angeli – Phone: 954-601-1930
education, life skills training, nutrition TTY: 954-601-1338
and fitness, cultural arts, community Email: OAngeli@CHCHearing.org
service projects, field trips, and more. CHCHearing.org
During school year. Tuesdays,
Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 3 to
5:30 p.m. Call or email for more
information.
STEP PROGRAM Contact Information:
For ages 16 to 21, with a hearing Center for Hearing & Communication
disability. South Plantation High School, Plantation
Hands-on experiences designed to Olivia Angeli – Phone: 954-601-1930
foster independence and improve social TTY: 954-601-1338
skills, communication, and Email: OAngeli@CHCHearing.org
employability skills. Art, culture, and CHCHearing.org
music activities included. During school
45year. Call or email for information.
M.O.S.T. AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM Contact Information:
For ages 5 to 12, with a hearing Center for Hearing & Communication
disability. Margate Elementary School, Margate
Academic enrichment, physical fitness, Grecia Rosendo – Phone: 954-601-1930
art, field trips, social skills, and much ext. 322
more. During school year. Monday TTY: 954-601-1338
through Friday. Call or email for Email: GRosendo@CHCHearing.org
qualification requirements. CHCHearing.org
CHALLENGER BASEBALL Contact Information:
For ages 5 to 25, with an intellectual, Challenger Baseball
developmental, physical, emotional, Teams throughout Broward County. Players
visual, and/or hearing disability. can play on team closest to their home.
Modified baseball program allows boys ChallengerBaseballofBroward.com
and girls, with any disability, ages 5 to Randy Hibshman – Phone: 954-345-9329
25, to play baseball. "Buddies" help Email: ChallengerBroward@gmail.com
players so they can fully participate.
Free to participate. Uniforms and
equipment provided. Sundays from 3:30
to 5:30 p.m. March through May 2020.
46Call or email for more information or
visit our Website:
challengerbaseballofbroward.com.
COOPER CITY CHALLENGERS Contact Information:
For young adults with special needs. Cooper City Challengers
A social group for young adults with Cooper City Pool & Tennis Center
special needs. Offered for Cooper City William Billings - Phone: 305-904-3741
residents only on the first, second, and Email: WABFL@outlook.com
third Fridays of the month from 7 to 9
p.m. Call or email for more information.
YOGA FOR CHILDREN – An Inclusive Contact Information:
Program Creative Relaxation® Yoga for Children
For ages 5 and up, with an intellectual, Yoga Center, Deerfield Beach
developmental, physical, emotional, Louise Goldberg – Phone: 954-579-1604
visual, and/or hearing disability. Email: Louise@YogaforSpecialNeeds.com
FREE VIDEO ONLINE@ YogaforSpecialNeeds.com/
YOGAFORSPECIALNEEDS.COM
GIBORIM U Contact Information:
For ages 6 and up, and 18 and up, with David Posnack Jewish Community
an intellectual, developmental, and/or Center, Davie
physical disability. Arlene Abrams – Phone: 954-434-0499,
Spring classes are to be determined. ext. 326
A program for children, teens, and Debra Lombard – Phone: 954-434-0499, ext.
47adults with special needs that includes 208
courses and classes in fitness, the arts, Email: AAbrams@dpjcc.org;
sports, recreation, life skills, and health DLombard@dpjcc.org
and wellness. Monday through Friday giborimu.org
and Sunday. Follows Broward School dpjcc.org
schedule. Must be registered with
Giborim U Program. Visit Website for
information, eligibility requirements,
class offerings, and schedules.
Areas of Focus:
Sports & Wellness: Fitness; Weight
Training; Yoga; Basketball; Karate;
Circuit Training; Spinning; Golf; Tennis
Socialization: Social Skills; Group
Dynamics; Team Building
The Arts: Theater; Film; Visual Arts;
Drawing & Painting; Culinary; Dance;
Gardening
Life Skills: Activities of Daily Living;
Personal Care; Computer Skills;
Community Skills; Employment Skills;
Cooking Skills; Music
THERAPEUTIC HORSEBACK RIDING Contact Information:
48(TBA – call to confirm) Equine-Assisted Therapies of South Florida
For ages 4 and up, with an intellectual, Tradewinds Park North, Coconut Creek
developmental, physical, emotional, Phone: 954-974-2007
visual, and/or hearing disability. Email: Program@equineatsf.org
Horseback riding for people with equineatsf.org
cognitive, physical, and emotional
disabilities. Monday through Saturday
from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Call or email
for more information.
EXCEPTIONAL FITNESS TM Contact Information:
For ages 5 and up, with an intellectual Exceptional Fitness Foundation
or developmental disability, and/or Various locations throughout County
autism. Jason Miletsky – Phone: 954-815-1546
Private, semiprivate and group fitness Email: info@ExceptionalFitness.org
and social safety classes for individuals
with ASD and other special needs. Call
or email for information.
EXCEPTIONAL THEATER COMPANY - Contact Information:
“ETC” (TBA – call to confirm) Exceptional Theater Company (ETC)
For ages 2 to 100, with an intellectual, Various locations
developmental, and/or physical Daniela Roeder-Levy – Phone: 954-699-4096
disability. Ruben Levy: 954-980-0012
Innovative theater arts program held at Email: info@ExceptionalTheaterCompany.org
49various locations, days, and times. ExceptionalTheaterCompany.org
Creative expression through
involvement in the arts and community
service, utilizing the power of theater.
Year round. Contact “ETC” for more
information.
SUPERVISED TRIPS & VACATIONS Contact Information:
For ages 18 and up, with an intellectual Exceptional Vacations
and/or developmental disability. All trips depart and return locally
Vacation opportunities for individuals Jill Vassi – Phone: 561-852-0910
with developmental disabilities and Email: JillV@Exceptional-Vacations.com
other special needs, in a safe Exceptional-Vacations.com
environment that promotes integration,
socialization, friendship, and fun. Call or
email for information.
FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE Contact Information:
For children with an intellectual, Friendship Circle of Chabad of Nova, Davie
developmental, physical, emotional, Chaya Posner – Phone: 954-610-9311
visual, and/or hearing disability.
Call for information on upcoming
programs.
50FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE Contact Information:
For ages 6 and up, with an intellectual, Friendship Circle of Greater Fort Lauderdale
developmental, physical, emotional, Fort Lauderdale
visual, and/or hearing disability. Chaya Slavaticki - Phone: 754-800-1770
A variety of programs for those who Email: Office@FriendshipFl.org
have special needs. Social, FriendshipFl.org
recreational, and educational
experiences: Teen Scene, Cheerleading,
Young Adult Circle, Friends @ Home,
and much more.
Call or visit the Website for more
information.
THE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE Contact Information:
For ages 3 to 20, with an intellectual, Friendship Circle of North Broward &
developmental, physical, emotional, South Palm Beach
visual, and/or hearing disability. Chabad of Parkland and other locations
Recreation, sports, life skills programs, Sarah Biston – Phone: 954-691-5512
and special events. Dates, times, and Email: FloridaFriendshipCircle@gmail.com
locations vary. Call or visit the Website FloridaFriendshipCircle.com
for more information.
ROCK FRIENDS – LET’S JAM Contact Information:
For ages 4 to 22, with an intellectual, The Friendship Journey
developmental, physical, emotional, School of Rock, Boca Raton
51visual, and/or hearing disability. Howard Lewis – Phone: 954-482-1812
Discover new instruments, sounds, and Email: Info@TheFriendshipJourney.org
movements in an acoustically TheFriendshipJourney.org
conducive environment. This upbeat
program will provide opportunities to
play, sing, and dance with friends. Get
ready to take the stage! Saturdays from
1:30. to 2:30 p.m. Visit Website or email
for program dates and information.
FIT FRIENDS – FLEX THOSE MUSCLES Contact Information:
For ages 4 to 22, with an intellectual, The Friendship Journey
developmental, physical, emotional, All 4 One Fitness, Coral Springs
visual, and/or hearing disability. Howard Lewis – Phone: 954-482-1812
Program focuses on whole-body fitness Email: Info@TheFriendshipJourney.org
and the importance of living a healthy TheFriendshipJourney.org
lifestyle, catering training to individuals
of all abilities. Each program begins
with a light, dynamic warmup followed
by strength circuit training. Pump it up!
Saturdays from 1 to 2 p.m. Visit Website
or email for program dates and
information.
52ART FRIENDS – EXPRESS YOUR Contact Information:
CREATIVITY The Friendship Journey
For ages 4 to 22, with an intellectual, Art Paper Scissors, Parkland
developmental, physical, emotional, Howard Lewis – Phone: 954-482-1812
visual, and/or hearing disability. Express Email: Info@TheFriendshipJourney.org
yourself using a variety of art forms and TheFriendshipJourney.org
techniques. Use all of your senses to
explore mixed media including clay,
paint, markers, pastels, and more. Let
your true colors shine!
Saturdays from 10 to 11 a.m. Visit
Website or email for program dates and
information.
YOGA FRIENDS – REVITALIZE YOUR Contact Information:
SOUL The Friendship Journey
For ages 4 to 22, with an intellectual, Fitwize 4 Kids, Coral Springs
developmental, physical, emotional, Howard Lewis – Phone: 954-482-1812
visual, and/or hearing disability. Email: Howard@TheFriendshipInitiative.org
Program combines the beauty and TheFriendshipInitiative.org
relaxation of yoga with the social
interaction that occurs organically
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