Recreation and Leisure Programs and Activities for Special Populations - Broward County, Florida FALL 2021 / WINTER 2022 - Pembroke Park
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Recreation and Leisure
Programs and Activities
for Special Populations
Broward County, Florida
FALL 2021 / WINTER 2022
Prepared by the
Broward County Parks and Recreation Division
Special Populations Section
954-357-8170/8160 (Voice) or 954-537-2844 (TTY)
Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org
www.Broward.org/Parks
Page 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. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, information that lists TBA - Contact to Confirm, please
contact the provider/agency for updates.
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. Please note that many of the programs listed have a
preregistration requirement and may be fee-based.
Should you have any corrections, or know of programs or access features not included, contact the
Special Populations Section at 954-357-8170/8160, TTY: 954-537-2844, or SpecialPopulations@Broward.org.
COUNTY PROVIDERS OUTSIDE OF BROWARD COUNTY
Miami Dade: Therapeutic Recreation Inclusion: 305-755-7848 ● www.miamidade.gov/parks
Palm Beach County: Therapeutic Recreation: 561-966-7015 / Special Olympics: 561-966-7019 ●
www.co.palm-beach.fl.us/parks
Targeted Population Legend
p ID - Intellectual Disability p MI - Mental Health / Mental Illness
p DD - Developmental Disability p VI - Blind / Visual Impairment
p PD - Physical Disability p HH - Deaf / Hard of Hearing
GENERAL PROGRAMS
PROVIDER, LOCATION AND CONTACT
PROGRAM INFORMATION ID DD PD MI VI HH AGES
INFORMATION
3R's ARTS & CRAFTS
Broward County Parks and Recreation
Recycle ● Reuse ● Repurpose
Division, Special Populations Section
This program will provide an
Location: Brian Piccolo Sports Park and
opportunity to explore and create art
Velodrome, Cooper City
with recycled, repurposed, and found p p 18+
Phone: 954-357-8160/8170
materials while promoting / enhancing
(TTY) 954-537-2844
creativity and self-expression.
Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org
Preregistration required.
www.Broward.org/Parks
Call or email for information.
Broward County Parks and Recreation
Division, Special Populations Section VIRTUAL GAMES (BOWLING)
Location: Zoom Wed. ● 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm.
Phone: 954-357-8160/8170 Be active and engaged in different p p p 18+
(TTY) 954-537-2844 games virtually!
Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org Call or email for information.
www.Broward.org/Parks
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PROGRAM INFORMATION ID DD PD MI VI HH AGES
INFORMATION
CROSS-ROUND FITNESS
PROGRAM
Broward County Parks and Recreation
This free program, in partnership with
Division, Special Populations Section
Supportabilities Foundation, will teach
Location: Varies
self-defense through non-contact
Phone: 954-357-8170/8160 p 18+
boxing and promote physical fitness
(TTY) 954-537-2844
through adaptive exercises while
Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org
enhancing physical, emotional, and *Veterans with and without
www.Broward.org/Parks
social confidence. Preregistration disabilities
required. Call or email for information.
DISC GOLF 101
Broward County Parks and Recreation
Learn fundamentals, skills, equipment,
Division, Special Populations Section
field of play, rules, and more; or, hone
Location: Plantation Heritage Park,
your skills. Disc golf is an enjoyable,
Plantation
affordable, and active outdoor p p *Inclusive 18+
Phone: 954-357-8160/8170
recreation or competitive activity that
(TTY) 954-537-2844
can be played at many of Broward
Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org
County's beautiful parks. Call or email
www.Broward.org/Parks
for information.
HANDCYCLES
Broward County Parks and Recreation
Two handcycles, one recumbent, and
Division, Special Populations Section
one upright, may be checked out by
Location: Central Broward Park and
any person, age 18 or older, with a
Broward County Stadium, Lauderhill
physical disability, on a first-come, first- p 18+
Phone: 954-357-5400
serve basis. Handcycles are for
(TTY) 954-537-2844
independent use within the park.
Email: CBRP@Broward.org
Daily ● 9:00 am - 4:00 pm.
www.Broward.org/Parks
Call for information.
Broward County Parks and Recreation MUSICAL EXPRESSIONS
Division, Special Populations Section Express yourself and communicate
Location: Topeekeegee Yugnee (T.Y.) with music by learning musical skills
Park, Hollywood with various percussion instruments.
p p 13-30
Phone: 954-357-8170/8160 Have fun and gain confidence as you
(TTY) 954-537-2844 learn rhythmic patterns and use
Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org vocals. Preregistration required.
www.Broward.org/Parks Call or email for information.
Broward County Parks and Recreation NORDIC POLE WALKING
Division, Special Populations Section PROGRAM
Location: Varies This cardio and strength-based
Phone: 954-357-8170/8160 program will introduce participants to a p p *Inclusive 18+
(TTY) 954-537-2844 simple, low-impact, and healthful
Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org walking activity. Preregistration
www.Broward.org/Parks required. Call or email for information.
Broward County Parks and Recreation
Division, Special Populations Section VIRTUAL GAMES (PINS - N - PALS)
Location: Zoom Wed. ● 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm.
Phone: 954-357-8160/8170 Be active and engaged in different p p p 13-30
(TTY) 954-537-2844 games virtually!
Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org Call or email for information.
www.Broward.org/Parks
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PROGRAM INFORMATION ID DD PD MI VI HH AGES
INFORMATION
Broward County Parks and Recreation
Division, Special Populations Section TANDEM BIKE LEISURE RIDES
Location: Varies For graduates of the Skill
Phone: 954-357-8160/8170 Development Program p 18+
(TTY) 954-537-2844 Quarterly. Call or email for
Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org information.
www.Broward.org/Parks
TANDEM BIKE SKILL
Broward County Parks and Recreation
DEVELOPMENT
Division, Special Populations Section
Learn basic biking skills, safety, bike
Location: Varies
mechanics, trust-building, and group
Phone: 954-357-8160/8170 p 18+
riding etiquette along with the
(TTY) 954-537-2844
opportunity for physical activity, fun,
Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org
and socialization. Call or email for
www.Broward.org/Parks
information.
TAKE THE STAGE!
A free fun dance program. Participants
Broward County Parks and Recreation
will explore various styles and
Division, Special Populations Section
elements of dance with student
Location: Plantation Central Park,
volunteers assisting. Program focuses
Plantation
on enhancing rhythm, coordination, p p p
Phone: 954-357-8170/8160
socialization, self-awareness, self-
(TTY) 954-537-2844
expression, and confidence. Two 7-10
Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org
separate programs offered Saturdays. 11-14
www.Broward.org/Parks
Preregistration required. Call or email
for information.
Broward County Parks and Recreation VETFIT! WALKING PROGRAM
Division, Special Populations Section An inclusive fitness initiative to
Location: C.B. Smith Park, Pembroke promote health through an energizing *Veterans with and without
Pines exercise. Each class includes a disabilities
18+
Phone: 954-357-8170/8160 warmup, a walk on a paved and
(TTY) 954-537-2844 accessible path, and cool down.
Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org Preregistration required. *Inclusive
www.Broward.org/Parks Call or email for information.
Broward County Parks and Recreation WATER SAFETY CLASSES
Division, SWIM Central SWIM Central is Broward County's
Location: Varies throughout Broward chief coordinating agency for water-
6 mths
County safety instruction and awareness. It
p p p p p p to
Phone: 954-357-7946 maintains the most comprehensive 18 yrs
(TTY) 954-537-2844 database in Florida, tracking every
Email: SWIMCentral@Broward.org single swimming pool and program in
www.Broward.org/Parks the County.
Broward County Parks and Recreation
Division, Special Populations Section VIRTUAL TRIVIA (YOGA)
Location: Zoom Wed. ● 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm.
Phone: 954-357-8160/8170 Be active and engaged in different p 18+
(TTY) 954-537-2844 types of trivia virtually!
Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org Call or email for information.
www.Broward.org/Parks
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PROGRAM INFORMATION ID DD PD MI VI HH AGES
INFORMATION
Broward County Parks and Recreation NAMI - FRIDAY NIGHT SOCIAL
Division, Special Populations Section and In partnership with the National
National Alliance on Mental Illness, Alliance on Mental Illness Broward
Broward County County. Deejay music, dancing,
Location: Tree Tops Park, Davie refreshments, socializing, door prizes,
p 18+
Phone: 954-357-8170/8160 or 954-316-9907 and more. Fri., Sept. 24, 2021 and
(TTY) 954-537-2844 Feb. 2022 ● 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Call or
Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org email for information.
www.Broward.org/Parks *Direct supervision of participants is
namibroward.org not provided.
Broward County Parks and Recreation FALL FROLIC DANCE
Division, Special Populations Section Deejay music, dancing, refreshments,
Location: Tree Tops Park, Davie socializing and fun. Reservations
Phone: 954-357-8170/8160 required. Call or email for information p p p 18+
(TTY) 954-537-2844 and/or reservation. Fri., Oct. 8, 2021 ●
Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. *Direct supervision
www.Broward.org/Parks of participants is not provided.
TEEN AND YOUNG ADULT SOCIAL
Broward County Parks and Recreation "Western Hoedown"
Division, Special Populations Section Deejay music, dancing, refreshments,
Location: Tree Tops Park, Davie socializing and fun. Reservations
Phone: 954-357-8170/8160 required. Call or email for information p p p 13-25
(TTY) 954-537-2844 and/or reservation. Fri., Nov. 19, 2021
Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org ● 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. *Direct
www.Broward.org/Parks supervision of participants is not
provided.
Broward County Parks and Recreation WINTER WONDERLAND DANCE
Division, Special Populations Section Deejay music, dancing, refreshments,
Location: Tree Tops Park, Davie socializing and fun. Reservations
Phone: 954-357-8170/8160 required. Call or email for information p p p 18+
(TTY) 954-537-2844 and/or reservation. Jan. 2022 ● 7:00
Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org pm - 9:00 pm. *Direct supervision of
www.Broward.org/Parks participants is not provided.
TEEN AND YOUNG ADULT SOCIAL
Broward County Parks and Recreation "Go Green Dance"
Division, Special Populations Section In collaboration with Tamarac Parks
Location: Tamarac Community Center, and Recreation. Deejay music,
Tamarac dancing, refreshments, socializing and
p p p 13-25
Phone: 954-357-8170/8160 fun. Reservations required. Call or
(TTY) 954-537-2844 email for information and/or
Email: SpecialPopulations@Broward.org reservation. March 2022 ● 7:00 pm -
www.Broward.org/Parks 9:00 pm. *Direct supervision of
participants is not provided.
SPECIAL NEEDS
BOWLING LEAGUE
TBA - Contact to Confirm
City of Coconut Creek Parks and
All levels of bowlers and experience
Recreation
are welcome. This program is about
Location: AMF, Margate ALL
having fun, making friends, and social p p p p p p
Phone: 954-545-6670 AGES
interaction with a little friendly
Email: chmiller@coconutcreek.net competition. Registration required at
www.coconutcreek.net/parks/special-needs
Community Center prior to being
accepted into program.
Call or email for information.
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PROGRAM INFORMATION ID DD PD MI VI HH AGES
INFORMATION
City of Coconut Creek Parks and SPECIAL NEEDS FUN AND FITNESS
Recreation This program will include a variety of
Location: Coconut Creek Community sports and fitness activities.
Center, Coconut Creek Fri. ● 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm. p p p p p p 18+
Phone: 954-545-6670 Fall: Sept. 10 - Nov. 5, 2021.
Email: chmiller@coconutcreek.net (No Oct. 22, 2021).
www.coconutcreek.net/parks/special-needs Call or email for information.
City of Coral Springs Parks and
Recreation BOWLING
Location: Sawgrass Lanes, Tamarac TBA - Contact to Confirm
p p p p p p 10+
Phone: 954-345-2200 Preregistration required.
Email: Dfutterman@coralsprings.org Call or email for information.
www.coralsprings.org
City of Coral Springs Parks and BOOGIE DOWN DANCES
Recreation TBA - Contact to Confirm
Location: Sartory Senior Center - Monthly themed dances with
Mullins Park, Coral Springs entertainment and refreshments. First p p p ALL
Phone: 954-345-2200 Fri., of the month.
Email: Dfutterman@coralsprings.org Direct supervision is not provided.
www.coralsprings.org Call or email for information.
City of Coral Springs Parks and FRIDAY NIGHT DINNER CLUB
Recreation TBA - Contact to Confirm
Location: Sartory Senior Center - Engage in socialization in a restaurant
Mullins Park, Coral Springs setting. p p p p p p 18+
Phone: 954-345-2200 Third Fri., of the month.
Email: Dfutterman@coralsprings.org Preregistration required.
www.coralsprings.org Call or email for information.
SATURDAY'S SOCIAL CLUB
City of Coral Springs Parks and TBA - Contact to Confirm
Fun filled activity day including on-site
Recreation
and off-site entertainment.
Location: Varies
Times and cost vary. p p p 10+
Phone: 954-345-2200
Preregistration required.
Email: Dfutterman@coralsprings.org
Participants must be self-sufficient.
www.coralsprings.org
Registration required.
Call or email for information.
City of Fort Lauderdale Parks and CHAIR YOGA
Recreation Gentle stretching, strengthening and
Location: Beach Community Center, relaxing the body.
Fort Lauderdale This virtual class is perfect for p 55+
Phone: 954-828-5360 individuals with mobility limitations.
Email: Kyle.miller@fortlauderdale.gov Tues. ● 9:45 am - 10:45 am.
www.fortlauderdale.gov Call or email for information.
City of Fort Lauderdale Parks and FORT LAUDERDALE SHARKS
Recreation Wheelchair Basketball Team
Location: Joseph C. Carter Park, In collaboration with the Fort
Fort Lauderdale Lauderdale Sharks, competitive and
p 18+
Phone: 954-828-4511 or 954-993-3889 recreational wheelchair basketball.
Email: Ajones@fortlauderdale.gov or All welcome to participate.
ftlsharks@gmail.com Practice held year-round.
www.fortlauderdale.gov Call or email for information.
Page 6PROVIDER, LOCATION AND CONTACT
PROGRAM INFORMATION ID DD PD MI VI HH AGES
INFORMATION
City of Fort Lauderdale Parks and HYDROFITNESS
Low-impact water aerobics to improve
Recreation
flexibility, range of motion, and help
Location: Croissant Pool,
with weight loss. Must be comfortable
Fort Lauderdale p 18+
in the water.
Phone: 954-828-6156 or 954-828-5435
Mon. Wed. and Fri. ● 9:45 am - 10:45
Email: Jenniferg@fortlauderdale.gov
am.
www.fortlauderdale.gov Call or email for information.
JR. FORT LAUDERDALE SHARKS
City of Fort Lauderdale Parks and
Prep Wheelchair Basketball
Recreation
Juniors Wheelchair Basketball
Location: Joseph C. Carter Park,
In collaboration with the Jr., Fort
Fort Lauderdale
Lauderdale Sharks, competitive and p 6-13
Phone: 954-828-4511 or 954-303-6999
recreational wheelchair basketball in 14-17
Email: Ajones@fortlauderdale.gov or
the County and surrounding areas. All
juniorsharksbasketball@gmail.com
welcome to participate.
www.fortlauderdale.gov
Call or email for information.
City of Fort Lauderdale Parks and WHEELCHAIR TENNIS PROGRAM
Recreation Learn how to play wheelchair tennis.
Location: George English Tennis Instruction and drills for all abilities and
Center, Fort Lauderdale levels. Four (4) specialized adult sport p 18+
Phone: 954-828-4620 wheelchairs available. Wed. ● 6:30 pm
Email: Serogers@FortLauderdale.gov - 9:00 pm.
www.fortlauderdale.gov Call or email for information.
SPECIAL NEEDS SWIM LESSONS
City of Hollywood Parks and Recreation
Adaptive Aquatics
and Cultural Arts
Group swim lessons for children with 6
Location: Driftwood Pool, Hollywood
disabilities. Adult must enter water with p p p p mths+
Phone: 954-967-4644
child. Registration required. Call or
Email: CFernandez@HollywoodFL.org
email for session dates and
www.hollywoodfl.org
information.
City of Hollywood Parks and Recreation ADULT SPECIAL NEEDS DANCES
and Cultural Arts TBA - Contact to Confirm
Location: Boulevard Heights Enjoy an evening of dancing, music
Community Center, Hollywood and socializing. Light snacks and p p p p 16+
Phone: 954-967-4235 drinks provided. Third Tue., of the
Email: PCook@HollywoodFl.org month.
www.hollywoodfl.org Call or email for information.
City of Hollywood Parks and Recreation
and Cultural Arts ADULT SPECIAL NEEDS MOVIE
Location: Boulevard Heights TBA - Contact to Confirm
Community Center, Hollywood Enjoy a movie and a light snack. On- p p p p p 16+
Phone: 954-967-4235 going. Call or email for information and
Email: PCook@HollywoodFl.org movie titles.
www.hollywoodfl.org
ADAPTIVE SWIM LESSONS
City of Margate Parks and Recreation
1-on-1 swim lessons for individuals
Location: Calypso Cove Water Park,
and group lessons unable to be 6
Margate
independent in water. Designed to p p p p p p mths+
Phone: 954-974-4566
increase swimming skills.
Email: Ccove@margatefl.com
Preregistration required. By
MargateFL.com
appointment.
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PROGRAM INFORMATION ID DD PD MI VI HH AGES
INFORMATION
City of Miramar Parks and Recreation SPECIAL OLYMPICS
and Special Olympics Florida-Broward TRACK AND FIELD PRACTICE
County TBA - Contact to Confirm
Location: Ansin Sports Complex, In collaboration with Special Olympics
Miramar Florida-Broward County. p p 8+
Phone: 954-262-2150 Must be registered with Special
ci.Miramar.FL.US Olympics Florida-Broward County.
(See Special Olympics Florida-Broward Contact Special Olympics Florida-
County) Broward County for information.
FRIENDSHIP CLUB
City of Pembroke Pines Recreation and
TBA - Contact to Confirm
Cultural Arts
Adult monthly themed socials held the
Location: Pines Recreation Center,
second Wed. of the month. During
Pembroke Pines *Special Needs 18+
school year. Activities vary each
Phone: 954-274-7321
month: parties, dances, special
Email: Berdequez1957@gmail.com
events, and more.
www.ppines.com
Call or email for information.
City of Pembroke Pines Recreation and SPECIAL OLYMPICS
Cultural Arts AQUATICS PROGRAM
Location: Charter Central Pool, TBA - Contact to Confirm
In collaboration with Special Olympics
Pembroke Pines
Florida-Broward County and YMCA
Phone: 954-826-0800 or p p p p p p 8+
South Florida, athletes must know the
954-727-9622
basics of swimming and meet Special
Email: JKneely@YMCASouthFlorida.org
Olympics eligibility requirements. Swim
or JLata@YMCASouthFlorida.org
stroke, skills, and competition practice.
www.ppines.com Call or email for information.
City of Pembroke Pines Recreation and SPECIAL OLYMPICS
Cultural Arts FLAG FOOTBALL
Location: Town Gate Park, TBA - Contact to Confirm
Pembroke Pines In collaboration with Special Olympics
Phone: 954-826-0800 or Florida-Broward County and YMCA p p p p p p 8+
954-727-9622 South Florida, athletes must meet
Email: JKneely@YMCASouthFlorida.org Special Olympics eligibility
or JLata@YMCASouthFlorida.org requirements.
www.ppines.com Call or email for information.
City of Pembroke Pines Recreation and
Cultural Arts SPECIAL POPULATIONS TENNIS
Location: Pembroke Lakes Tennis TBA - Contact to Confirm
Center, Pembroke Pines In collaboration with YMCA South
Phone: 954-826-0800 or Florida, all levels of players are p p p p p p 8+
954-727-9622 welcome. Sign up individually or with
Email: JKneely@YMCASouthFlorida.org family members or companions.
or JLata@YMCASouthFlorida.org Call or email for information.
www.ppines.com
WPPO MIRACLE LEAGUE
City of Pembroke Pines Recreation and
BASEBALL
Cultural Arts and West Pembroke Pines
TBA - Contact to Confirm
Optimists (WPPO)
In collaboration with the West
Location: Rose G. Price Park,
Pembroke Pines Optimists (WPPO). p p p p p p 5-21
Pembroke Pines
Played on an accessible field for
Phone: 954-224-0835
individuals using wheelchairs and
Email: WestPinesMiracleLeague@gmail.com
other walking devices.
www.ppines.com
Call or email for information.
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PROGRAM INFORMATION ID DD PD MI VI HH AGES
INFORMATION
LOVE SERVING AUTISM
City of Plantation Parks and Recreation TENNIS PROGRAM
Location: Frank Veltri Tennis Center - In collaboration with Love Serving
Plantation Central Park, Plantation Autism, a new tennis program offering
Phone: 954-513-3540 specialized therapeutic tennis *Autism 5-18
Email: DDebruyne@plantation.org or instruction for individuals with Autism
JRickey@plantation.org Spectrum Disorders and
www.plantation.org Developmental Challenges. Sat. ●
LoveServingAutism.org 9:00 am - 10:00 am. Call or email for
information.
"PAP" Plantation Adaptive Tennis
Program
In collaboration with the Plantation
City of Plantation Parks and Recreation Community Tennis Corporation, tennis
Location: Frank Veltri Tennis Center - instruction and play for beginners to
Plantation Central Park, Plantation advanced wheelchair players. All
7-17
Phone: 954-513-3540 equipment provided. p
18+
Email: DDebruyne@plantation.org or Four (4) specialized adult sport
JRickey@plantation.org wheelchairs and two (2) youth sport
www.plantation.org wheelchairs available. All abilities and
levels welcome. First and Third Thur.,
of the month ● 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm. Call
or email for information.
AQUASTRETCH
City of Pompano WATER AEROBICS
Location: Pompano Beach Aquatic TBA - Contact to Confirm
Center, Pompano Warm-water exercises to promote *People with joint pain / arthritis 18+
Phone: 954-786-4128 flexibility and reduce joint pain and
www.pompanobeachfl.gov stiffness. Year-round.
Call or email for information.
AUTISM SWIMS
Saturday, April 23, 2022
City of Sunrise Leisure Services In collaboration with the Autism
Location: Sunrise Civic Center Foundation of Broward County, this is
Aquatic Complex, Sunrise a free event, for youth with autism, to
*Autism 5-18
Phone: 954-747-4637 promote swimming and water safety.
Email: AFigueroa@SunriseFL.gov All swimming abilities are welcome.
www.sunrisefl.gov Pool games and contests and
educational information. Reservation
required. Call or email for information.
City of Sunrise Leisure Services WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL
Location: Caporella Aquatic Center, "Sunrise Suns"
Tamarac In collaboration with the Sunrise Suns,
Phone: 954-578-3551 or 954-401-6970 a professional team practice. Non p 16+
Email: SunriseSuns1@gmail.com team members welcome to experience
www.sunrisefl.gov wheelchair basketball and observe
SunriseSuns.com practices. Call or email for information.
211 - SPECIAL NEEDS
CONNECTIONS
2-1-1 First Call for Help of Broward
Free information and referrals to
24-hour Helpline
special needs resources, including p p p p p p 0-22
Phone: 954-537-0211 or 2-1-1
recreation and summer programs and
www.211-broward.org
care coordination services.
www.211-broward.org.
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PROGRAM INFORMATION ID DD PD MI VI HH AGES
INFORMATION
12th MAN FOOTBALL AND CHEER
CAMP
12th Man Football and Cheer Camp
A free one-day camp designed for
Location: Boca Raton and Miami
those who because of a special need
Phone: 305-970-6077 p p p p p p 3+
or disability have not had the
Email: twelfthmfcc@gmail.com
opportunity to be involved in organized
www.12thmanfcc.org
football or cheerleading. Dates TBD.
Call or email for information.
TASKS (Therapeutic After School Kids Special)
TBA - Contact to Confirm
Abi's Place
An after school childcare program of
Location: Coral Springs
developmentally appropriate activities p p p 3-16
Phone: 954-753-4441
that promotes physical, intellectual and
www.abisplace.com
social development. Call for
information.
ABLE AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM
Provides an enriched and specialized
afterschool program for children with
developmental disabilities and
ARC Broward behavioral challenges. Social skills,
Location: Sunrise physical fitness, cultural arts,
p p 3-21
Phone: 954-746-9400 recreation, case management, and
www.arcbroward.com nursing services. Mon. - Fri. ● 1:30 pm
- 6:00 pm. Follows BC school
calendar. Extended hours for early
release and non-school days, 9:00 am -
5:00 pm.
ARC Broward STEP-AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
Location: Varies throughout Broward Social skill building, daily living skills,
County life skills training, employee skills
p p 16-22
Phone: 954-790-9342 training, hands on career exploration,
Email: LBallesteros@ARCBroward.com and paid summer internship. Call or
www.arcbroward.com email for information.
ARTISTS WITH AUTISM
Helps aspiring artists learn business
Artists with Autism - Training Gallery skills and social skills by showing and
Location: Festival Flea Market, selling their own art work. Helps foster
Pompano Beach and encourage micro-enterprising and
p p p *Autism 18+
Phone: 954-895-2786 promote the artistic talents of persons
Email: FlaGaL1106@gmail.com with autism and other disabilities.
www.artistswithautism.org ARTy Party: A fun, social art class,
taught by a professional artist.
Call or visit website for information.
BEST DAY FOUNDATION
Provides a fun day of aquatic or beach
Best Day Foundation, Florida Chapter based activities that build confidence
Location: Pompano Public Beach, and self-esteem. If you can go to the
Pompano Beach beach, you can participate. Activities
Phone: 800-309-2815 include tandem surfing, body boarding,
p p p p p p 4-24+
Email: Info@bestdayfoundation.org or kayaking, stand up paddling, games,
FL@bestdayfoundation.org and more. Beach wheelchairs and
www.bestdayfoundation.org/locations/flor custom built surf chairs available.
ida Check website for updates.
Registration required. Call or email for
information.
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PROGRAM INFORMATION ID DD PD MI VI HH AGES
INFORMATION
BIT-BY-BIT
THERAPEUTIC RIDING CENTER
1) Medical therapy providing Physical,
Bit-by-Bit Therapy
Occupational, or Speech therapy, with
Location: Davie
the use of a horse known as
Phone: 754-779-7888 p p p p p p 2+
Hippotherapy, to meet medical goals.
Email: Info@bitbybittherapy.org
2) Recreational Adaptive Riding
www.bitbybittherapy.org
Lessons for children and adults with
special needs.
Call or email for information.
BROWARD ELITE
"FRENZY KATZ" CHEERLEADING
Broward Elite TBA - Contact to Confirm
Location: Davie Special needs competitive cheer team.
p p p p p 6-30
Phone: 954-577-3332 Learn cheer routines, jumps, dances,
Email: Bettysuess@aol.com stunts, tumbling. Competition across
the country. Call or email for
information.
SPECIAL FITNESS CLASS
Broward Health TBA - Contact to Confirm
Location: Fort Lauderdale An exercise class tailored for adults
Phone: 954-344-3344 with mental and physical challenges p p p 18+
Email: Kbyrne@browardhealth.org who are unable to participate in
www.browardhealth.org conventional exercise classes.
Call or email for information.
SATURDAY ENRICHMENT CAMP
Structured enrichment activities
promoting skill building, learning, and
Cadenza Center independence. During school year.
Location: Hollywood Sat. ● 10:00 am - 1:30 pm. Pre K -
Phone: 954-925-3191 AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS p p p p Middle
Email: Cadenzacenter@gmail.com Academic, social, and therapeutic School
www.cadenzacenter.com driven interventions. Academic tutoring
and remediation available. Mon. - Fri.
● 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm.
Call or email for information.
M.O.S.T. AFTER-SCHOOL
Center for Hearing and Communication
PROGRAM
Location: Peters Elementary, Plantation
Academic enrichment, physical fitness,
Phone: 954-601-1930, ext. 322
art, field trips, social skills, and much p 5-12
TTY: 954-601-1338
more. Mon. - Fri. During school year.
Email: GRosendo@CHCHearing.org
Call or email for qualification
www.chchearing.org
requirements.
Center for Hearing and Communication STEP PROGRAM
Hands-on experiences designed to
Location: South Plantation High School,
foster independence and improve
Plantation
social skills, communication, and
Phone: 954-601-1930 p 16-21
employability skills. Art, culture, and
TTY: 954-601-1338
music activities included. During
Email: OAngeli@CHCHearing.org
school year. Call or email for
www.chchearing.org information.
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PROGRAM INFORMATION ID DD PD MI VI HH AGES
INFORMATION
Center for Hearing and Communication YOUTH FORCE PROGRAM
Location: South Plantation High School, Academic enrichment, prevention
Plantation education, life-skills training, nutrition
Phone: 954-601-1930 and fitness, cultural arts, community p 12-16
TTY: 954-601-1338 service projects, field trips, and more.
Email: OAngeli@CHCHearing.org During school year.
www.chchearing.org Call or email for information.
CHALLENGER BASEBALL
Challenger Baseball Modified baseball program allows boys
and girls, with any disability, ages 5 to
Location: Teams throughout Broward
21, to play baseball. "Buddies" help
County. Players can play on team
players so they can fully participate.
closest to their home. p p p p p p 5-21
Free to participate. Uniforms and
Phone: 954-345-9329
equipment provided. Sun. games. Feb.
Email: challengerbroward@gmail.com
- May 2022.
challengerbaseballofbroward. com Nov. 2021 registration for next season.
Call or email for information.
COOPER CITY CHALLENGERS
Cooper City Challengers
TBA - Contact to Confirm
Location: Cooper City Pool and Tennis
A social group for young adults with Young
Center, Cooper City
special needs. Offered for Cooper City *Special Needs Adults
Phone: 305-904-3741
residents only. Call or email for
Email: WABFL@outlook.com
information.
Creative Relaxation® Yoga for Children
YOGA FOR CHILDREN -
Location: Yoga Center, Deerfield Beach
An Inclusive Program
Phone: 954-579-1604
FREE VIDEO ONLINE@ p p p p p p 5+
Email:
WWW.YOGAFORSPECIALNEEDS.
Louise@yogaforspecialneeds.com
COM
http://yogaforspecialneeds.com/
GIBORIM U
A program for children, teens and
adults with special needs that includes
courses/classes in fitness, the arts,
sports, recreation, life skills, and health
and wellness. Mon. - Sun. Must be
registered with Giborim U Program.
David Posnack Jewish Community
Visit website for information, eligibility
Center
requirements, class offerings, and
Location: Davie
schedules.
Phone: 954-434-0499, ext. 326 or
Areas of Focus:
954-434-0499, ext. 208 p p p 6+
Sports & Wellness: Fitness / Weight
Email: AAbrams@dpjcc.org or
Training / Yoga / Basketball / Karate /
DLombard@dpjcc.org Swimming / Hip Hop Dance
www.giborimu.org Socialization: Social Skills / Group
www.dpjcc.org Dynamics / Team Building
The Arts: Theater / Film / Visual Arts /
Drawing and Painting / Music
Life Skills: Activities of Daily Living /
Personal Care / Computer Skills /
Community Skills / Employment Skills /
Cooking Skills
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INFORMATION
Equine-Assisted Therapies of South
THERAPEUTIC HORSEBACK
Florida
RIDING
Location: Tradewinds Park North,
Horseback riding for people with
Coconut Creek p p p p p p 4+
cognitive, physical, and emotional
Phone: 954-974-2007
disabilities. Call or email for
Email: Program@equineatsf.org
information.
equineatsf.org
Exceptional Fitness Foundation EXCEPTIONAL FITNESSTM
Location: Ayala MMA, Weston and Private, semi-private, group fitness,
and Social Safety classes for
various satellite locations p p 5+
individuals with ASD and other special *Autism
Phone: 954-815-1546
needs. Call, text, or email for
Email: info@exceptionalfitness.org
information.
EXCEPTIONAL THEATER
COMPANY-ETC
Exceptional Theater Company (ETC)
Innovative theater arts program held at
Location: Pembroke Pines
various locations, days & times.
Phone: 954-699-4096 or 954-980-0012
Creative expression through p p p 2-100
Email:
involvement in the arts and community
info@exceptionaltheatercompany.org
service, utilizing the power of theater.
www.exceptionaltheatercompany.org
Year-round. Contact ETC for
information.
Supervised Trips and Vacations SUPERVISED TRIPS AND
Location: Varies; all trips depart and VACATIONS
Vacation opportunities for individuals
return locally
with developmental disabilities and
Phone: 561-852-0910 p p 18+
other special needs in a safe
Email:
environment that promotes integration,
info@exceptionalservices.net
socialization, friendship, and fun. Call
www.exceptional-vacations.com
or email for information.
Sept. 16-19, 2021: Busch Gardens - Tampa, FL • Sept. 30 - Oct. 3, 2021: Universal Studios, Harry Potter and Islands of
Adventure - Orlando, FL • Oct. 14-17, 2021: Dude Ranch - River Ranch, FL
Nov. 3-7, 2021: Las Vegas and Grand Canyon - NV • Dec. 9-12, 2021: Disney World, Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom,
and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party - Orlando, FL
Jan. 10-15, 2022: Jamaica and Cayman Islands Cruise - Miami Departure • Feb. 3-6, 2022: Spa Weekend - Delray Beach,
FL
Friendship Circle of Southest Broward
Location: Chabad of Southwest FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE
Youth
Broward, Davie A variety of programs for those who
p p p p p p and
Phone: 954-252-1770 have special needs.
Teens
Email: FriendshipCircleWB@gmail.com Call or visit the website.
chabadswb.com
Friendship Circle of Greater Fort FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE
A variety of programs for those who
Lauderdale
have special needs. Social,
Location: Fort Lauderdale
recreational, and educational p p p p p p 6+
Phone: 754-800-1770
experiences: Teen Scene,
Email: Office@FriendshipFl.org
Cheerleading, Young Adult Circle, and
www.FriendshipFl.org
much more. Call or visit the website.
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INFORMATION
Friendship Circle of North Broward and
South Palm Beach THE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE
Location: Chabad of Parkland Recreation, sports, life skills programs,
Phone: 954-970-9551 and special events. p p p p p p 0-18+
Email: Dates, times, and locations vary.
FloridaFriendshipCircle@gmail.com Call or visit the website.
www.floridafriendshipcircle.com
The Friendship Journey
Location: Virtual VIRTUAL PROGRAMMING
ALL
Phone: 954-247-4434 Call, email, or visit website for p p p p p p
AGES
Email: hello@thefriendshipjourney.org information.
www.thefriendshipjourney.org
FITNESS TRAINING AND ADAPTIVE
CROSSFIT
Garrett's Fight Foundation Get healthy and stay fit! Garrett's Fight
Foundation strives to turn disabilities
Location: Hollywood
into abilities by making necessary
Phone: 954-270-9746 p p p p 13+
modifications to training and finding
Email: Garretsfight@gmail.com
ways to conquer one's limitations.
www.Garrettsfightfoundation.org
Group and 1:1 fitness training offered
regardless of ability.
Call or email for information.
H.A.P.P.I. FARM
Horse and Petting Pal Interaction
H.A.P.P.I Farm Animal activities for children and adults
with special needs. Therapeutic
Location: Davie
horseback riding, pony rides petting
Phone: 954-629-8133 ALL
farm tour, horticulture, music and art p p p p p p
Email: Happifarm@hotmail.com or AGES
therapy, military veteran, and senior
Marielim@happifarm.org
programs. $10 for Petting Farm visit
www.happifarm.org
with a pony or horse ride.
Closed on Tues. Visit the website for
information.
JAFCO CHILDREN'S
ABILITY CENTER
Programs are held for twelve weeks.
Classes include:
Expressive Arts - Music Therapy,
Artist's Workshop (Art),JAFCO Rising
Stars (Drama Club),Picasso at Heart
(Art),Sensory Play.
JAFCO Children's Ability Center Fitness and Movement - Fun with
Location: Sunrise Fitness,Basketball,Olympics, Here We
Phone: 954-315-8681 Come! (Fitness),Buddies and Beats,
4-22
Email: Devin@jafco.org Hip Hop,Move and Groove. p p p
www.jafco.org Social and Life Skills - Social
Play/Social Skills Jr.,Teen Talk, Social
Hangout, Social and Cooperative
Games,Life Skills,Life Skills Jr.
Enrichment - Lego Club,Soccer
Club,Lil' Iron Chefs, S.T.E.M.,Future
Top Chefs (Cooking).
Call or email for class schedule and
registration requirements.
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INFORMATION
BRIGHT BEGINNINGS AND EARLY
INTERVENTION
Lighthouse of Broward
A free developmental and support
Location: Fort Lauderdale
program for parents and children. Year-
Phone: 954-463-4217, ext. 140 p 0-5
round. Mon. - Fri. and some Sat. ●
Email: fbrutus@lhob.org
8:00 am - 4:00 pm.
www.lhob.org
Aug. 2021 - March 2022.
Call or email for information.
THE DAVID AND JEAN COLKER
KIDS PROGRAM
Half virtual and half in-person youth
Lighthouse of Broward school year program with activities
Location: Fort Lauderdale focusing on social skills, reading,
Phone: 954-463-4217, ext. 140 including Braille and all areas of the p 6-13
Email: fbrutus@lhob.org expanded core curriculum. Meets
www.lhob.org school holidays and two Sat., a month
● 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.
Aug. 2021 - March 2022.
Call or email for information.
TEEN LIFE
A free program focusing on career
Lighthouse of Broward exploration, job readiness, work
Location: Fort Lauderdale experience, daily living skills, and
Phone: 954-463-4217, ext. 140 college preparation. Year-round. p 14-21
Email: fbrutus@lhob.org Meets school holidays and two Sat., a
www.lhob.org month ● 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.
Aug. 2021 - March 2022.
Call or email for information.
FIT 4 LIFE
Living Inclusively For Everyone, Inc
A weekly fitness and wellness program
(LIFE)
that encourages exercise and healthy
Location: Plantation
eating habits in a fun and social p p 18+
Phone: 954-817-4742
atmosphere.
Email: Lifeflorida@gmail.com
Sat. ● 9:00 am - 12:30 pm.
www.life-florida.org
Registration required.
ADAPTIVE SPORTS AND
Memorial Rehabilitation Institute RECREATION AND ADAPTIVE
Location: Zoom SPORTS ZOOM SOCIALS
Phone: 954-518-5573 Virtual meeting about setting goals for
p ALL
Email: RShipman@mhs.net healthy lifestyles and routines.
https://www.mhs.net/services/rehabilitation/t First and third Friday of the month.
reatments/types/adaptive-sports 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Call or email for information.
Mental Health Association of Southeast
Florida
9 MUSES ART DROP-IN CENTER
Location: 9 Muses Drop-In Center,
Activity program for adults recovering
Lauderhill
from mental illness and/or substance
Phone: 954-746-2055 p 18+
abuse focusing on the arts. Drawing,
Email: Chris@mhasefl.org or
painting, ceramics, clay, and music.
info@mhasefl.org *All are welcome
Call or email for information.
www.9musesartcenter.org
www.mhasefl.org
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PROGRAM INFORMATION ID DD PD MI VI HH AGES
INFORMATION
HOPE YOUNG ADULT GROUP
National Alliance on Mental Illness,
Healthy, Optimistic People Enjoying
Broward County
Life
Location: Varies
Fun, social, and supportive activities p 18-35
Phone: 954-316-9907
for young adults living with mental
Email: namibroward@gmail.com
illness. Fri. ● 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm.
www.NamiBroward.org
Call or email for information.
Paralyzed Veterans Association of
WHEELCHAIR SPORTS
Florida
TBA - Contact to Confirm
Location: Varies
Variety of recreation and sports p 18+
Phone: 754-702-4199
opportunities.
Email: Pvaf@aol.com
Call or email for information.
www.pvaf.org
PARKLAND BUDDY SPORTS
PROGRAM
Parkland Buddy Sports Inc. Recreational sports programs for all
Location: Parkland Country Club (PCC), children with special needs. Student
Pine Trails Park (PT), and Terramar Park volunteer "Buddies" and children with
p p p p p p 4+
(T), Parkland special needs are paired together to
Email: info@parklandbuddysports.com educate and empower each other.
www.parklandbuddysports.org Visit the website for information and
for each sports' contact person.
Registration required.
FLAG FOOTBALL: September - October, Saturdays ● 3:30 - 4:30pm (PT)
RUNNING: October - November, Sundays ● 10:30 - 11:30am (T)
SOCCER: October - December, Saturdays ● 3:30pm- 4:30pm (PT)
BASKETBALL: January - March, Sundays ● 11:45am - 1pm (T)
YOGA: January - March, Wednesdays ● 3:30 - 5:30pm (PT)
GOLF: March - April, Wednesdays ● 3:30 - 5:30pm (PCC)
TENNIS: March - May, Sundays ● 9:30 - 10:30am (T)
KICKBALL: June - August, Saturdays ● 10:30 - 11:30am (PT)
PAL DYNAMITES
Plantation Athletic League Plantation Athletic League Dynamites
Location: Varies Year round programs, sports, and
Phone: 954-270-4455 (Call or Text after activities. No age limit and never too
ALL
3:00 pm) late to register. p p p p p p
AGES
Email: Imagineluz3d@gmail.com or Activities every Wed. Fri. and Sat.
DynamitesCommissioner@palsports.org Sports - $20/season. Fri. Social Events
www.leaguelineup.com/PlantationDynamites - $2 each.
Call, text, or email for information.
SPECIAL EVENTS: A variety of events throughout the year on the first and fifth Friday of the month
BINGO: Second Friday of month, 7pm, Jim Ward Community Center, Plantation
MARTIAL ARTS: Third Friday of month, 7pm, Jim Ward Community Center, Plantation
MOVIES: Third Friday of month, 7:30pm, Jim Ward Community Center, Plantation
DANCES: Fourth Friday of month, 7:30pm, Jim Ward Community Center - $2.00 (No dances Nov and Dec)
SOCCER: Saturdays, in the Fall, Pine Island Park, Plantation
BASKETBALL: Wednesdays, 7pm in summer, while school is out
SOFTBALL/TEE BALL: Saturdays, in the Spring, Pop Travers Park, Plantation
BOWLING: Saturdays, Year round. Check web site for information
GALA: Annual free party, the 2nd Friday of December including Santa, dinner and surprises
PICNIC: Annual picnic the 1st week in November, Pine Island Park. Under the big tents, rain or shine
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INFORMATION
ADULT DAY PROGRAM
Schott Communities
A daily enrichment program including
Location: Cooper City
life skills, recreation, functional
Phone: 954-434-3306 p p 18+
academics, community participation,
Email: dsilverman@schottcommunities.org
field trips, physical wellness, and
www.schottcommunities.org
more. Call or email for information.
SHAKE-A-LEG MIAMI
Shake-A-Leg Miami
WATER SPORTS
Location: Miami
Sailing, water sports instruction,
Phone: 305-858-5550 p p p p p p ALL
fishing, physical conditioning, group
Email: karis@shakealegmiami.org
programs, camps, special events, etc.
www.shakealegmiami.org
Call or email for information.
Special Olympics Florida -
Broward County SPECIAL OLYMPICS FLORIDA
Location: Multiple locations in Broward BROWARD COUNTY
County Free year-round sports training and p p 8+
Phone: 954-262-2158 competition in 20+ sports for all skill
Email: michelleleonardo@sofl.org levels. Call or email for information.
www.specialolympicsflorida.org/broward
Special Olympics Florida -
Broward County SPECIAL OLYMPICS FLORIDA
Location: Multiple locations in Broward BROWARD COUNTY
County VIRTUAL PROGRAMS p p 8+
Phone: 954-262-2158 https://specialolympics.org/virtual/
Email: michelleleonardo@sofl.org Call or email for information.
www.specialolympicsflorida.org/broward
Special Olympics Florida - SPECIAL OLYMPICS
Broward County LITTLE ELITES PROGRAM
Location: Multiple locations in Broward A sports program that bridges the gap
County between Young Athletes (ages 2 to 7) p p 7-12
Phone: 305-406-9467 and competitive Special Olympics
Email: markthompson@sofl.org sports. Training offered in various
www.specialolympicsflorida.org/broward sports. Call or email for information.
SPECIAL OLYMPICS
MOTOR ACTIVITY TRAINING
Special Olympics Florida -
PROGRAM (MATP)
Broward County
Program designed for athletes with
Location: Multiple locations in Broward
severe disabilities whose physical and/
County p p 2+
or behavioral limitations preclude
Phone: 305-406-9467 participation in traditional Special
Email: markthompson@sofl.org Olympics team and individual sports.
www.specialolympicsflorida.org/broward
Aids in improving basic motor skills.
Call or email for information.
SPECIAL OLYMPICS
YOUNG ATHLETES PROGRAM
Special Olympics Florida - (YAP)
Broward County An innovative sports play program that
Location: Multiple locations in Broward focuses on fundamental motor
County tracking, eye hand coordination, and p p 2-7
Phone: 305-406-9467 developing skills consistent with
Email: markthompson@sofl.org Special Olympics sports. Aids in
www.specialolympicsflorida.org/broward physical, cognitive, and social
development. Call or email for
information.
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PROGRAM INFORMATION ID DD PD MI VI HH AGES
INFORMATION
SPLASH PALS ADAPTED
AQUATICS
Splash Pals, Inc.
TBA - Contact to Confirm
Location: Davie and Boca Raton
Therapeutic swimming and aquatic
Phone: 561-419-6709 p p p p p p ALL
recreation. Program focuses on
Email: Splashpals@gmail.com
swimming, exercise, social interaction,
www.splashpals.com
and play. Year-round.
Call or email for information.
1 ON 1 TRAINING AND FITNESS
Supportabilities Foundation TBA - Contact to Confirm
Location: Varies One on one training sessions improve
Phone: 518-312-7936 muscle tone, cardio functioning, p p p p p p ALL
Email: Jzilinskas@supportabilitiesfoundation.org coordination, balance, and self-
www.supportabilititesfoundation.org confidence. Call or email for
information.
Supportabilities Foundation SUPPORTABILITIES BOXING
Location: Varies TBA - Contact to Confirm
Phone: 518-312-7936 An inclusive, non-contact boxing p p p p p p ALL
Email: Jzilinskas@supportabilitiesfoundation.org fitness program for all ages and
www.supportabilititesfoundation.org abilities. Call or email for information.
SUPER STAR GYMNASTICS
TAG USA Gymnastics TBA - Contact to Confirm
Location: Weston Gymnastic classes for youth with
Phone: 954-384-9393 autism and related disorders. p p 5+
Email: Classes@tagusagymnastics.com Parent/child and youth classes.
www.taggymnastics.com Sat. ● 9:00 am - 10:00 am.
Call or email for information.
MOST AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
TBA - Contact to Confirm
United Community Options Structured after school
of South Florida activities/recreation program.
Location: Fort Lauderdale and Pompano Academic enrichment, physical fitness, p p p 3-22
Phone: 954-315-4058 literacy, nutrition, ADL's, social skills,
www.unitedcommunityoptionssfl.org and more. Mon. - Fri. ● 2:00 pm - 6:00
pm. Two locations.
Call for information.
S.T.E.P. PROGRAM
United Community Options TBA - Contact to Confirm
of South Florida Hands-on experiences designed to
Location: Varies throughout Broward foster independence and improve
p p p 16-21
County social skills, communication and
Phone: 954-315-4058 employability skills. 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
www.unitedcommunityoptionssfl.org through June 2022. Six locations.
Call or email for information.
SOCIAL AND RECREATION GROUP
Victory Living Programs
TBA - Contact to Confirm
Location: Varies throughout Broward
A wide variety of weekly activities,
County
group outings and events that promote p p 16+
Phone: 954-616-1074
socialization, an active lifestyle, and
Email: dlee@victoryliving.org
fun. Call or email for schedule and
www.victoryliving.org
information.
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INFORMATION
WE ROCK THE SPECTRUM KIDS
SENSORY GYM
We Rock the Spectrum Kids' Gym
provides children of all abilities with a
We Rock the Spectrum Kids Gym fun and motivational environment to
enhance in the areas of strength,
Location: Davie
movement, sensory processing, No Age
Phone: 754-216-2153 p p p
communication, behavior modification, Limit
Email: Info@werockthespectrumdavie.com
social interaction, and self-care skills.
werockthespectrumdavie.com
Inclusive environment includes 10 *Autism-Special Needs
unique pieces of sensory equipment
that is specifically designed for
children with sensory processing
disorders.
Weston American Youth Soccer AYSO VIP PROGRAM
Provides a free quality soccer
Organization (AYSO), Region 644
experience for children and adults
Location: Weston Regional Park, Field
whose physical or mental disabilities 4+ and
#4, Weston p p p p p p
make it difficult to successfully Adults
Email: markdalekotler@yahoo.com
participate on mainstream teams. Sun.
www.ayso644.org click on Programs
● 11:30 am - 1:00 pm.
then VIP Email for information.
WESTON MIRACLE LEAGUE
TBA - Contact to Confirm
Weston Miracle League “EVERY CHILD DESERVES A CHANCE TO
Location: Rose G. Price Park, Pembroke PLAY BASEBALL"
Pines Provides an opportunity for children All
p p p p p p
Phone: 954-278-5619 and young adults with disabilities to Ages
Email: wmlfl@aol.com play Miracle League Baseball,
www.westonmiracleleague.com regardless of their abilities. Sun. ●
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm.
Call or email for information.
YMCA ADAPTIVE BASKETBALL
(DRIVE & DUNK)
YMCA of South Florida TBA - Contact to Confirm
Location: Pembroke Pines An inclusive program for children
through adults. Each participant is
Phone: 754-312-4121 or
paired with a volunteer who works with p p p p p p 4+
954-623-5555, ext. 1211
them each session. Participants
Email: Jkneely@ymcasouthflorida.org
develop sports and social skills while
www.ymcasouthflorida.org
increasing self-confidence and healthy
lifestyle habits.
Call or email for information.
YMCA ADAPTIVE VOLLEYBALL
TBA - Contact to Confirm
YMCA of South Florida An inclusive program for children
Location: Pembroke Pines through adults. This inclusive program
Phone: 754-312-4121 or pairs each participant with a volunteer
p p p p p p 4+
954-623-5555, ext. 1211 who works with them each session.
Email: Jkneely@ymcasouthflorida.org Participants develop sports and social
www.ymcasouthflorida.org skills while increasing self-confidence
and healthy lifestyle habits.
Call or email for information.
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YMCA FUN RUN SERIES
TBA - Contact to Confirm
YMCA of South Florida An inclusive program for children
Location: Pembroke Pines through adults. Each participant is
Phone: 754-312-4121 or paired with a volunteer who works with
p p p p p p 4+
954-623-5555, ext. 1211 them each session. Participants
Email: Jkneely@ymcasouthflorida.org develop sports and social skills while
www.ymcasouthflorida.org increasing self-confidence and healthy
lifestyle habits.
Call or email for information.
YMCA LIFE STEPS
YMCA of South Florida Year Round Program
Location: Hollywood and Coral Springs TBA - Contact to Confirm
Phone: 954-623-5555 Activities include character building,
p p p p p p 23+
Email: life skills training, arts and crafts,
TSpitler@YMCASouthFlorida.org sports, fitness, and more. Two
www.ymcasouthflorida.org locations.
Call or email for information.
YMCA SOCCER BUDDIES
TBA - Contact to Confirm
YMCA of South Florida An inclusive program for children
Location: Tamarac through adults with special needs.
Phone: 754-312-4121 or Each participant is paired with a
p p p p p p 4+
954-623-5555, ext. 1211 volunteer who works with them each
Email: Jkneely@ymcasouthflorida.org session. Participants develop sports
www.ymcasouthflorida.org and social skills while increasing self-
confidence and healthy lifestyle habits.
Call or email for information.
YMCA SPECIAL NEEDS
YMCA of South Florida AFTERCARE
Location: Call for locations TBA - Contact to Confirm
Phone: 954-623-5555 Structured recreation program during p p p p p p 4-22
Email: TSpitler@YMCASouthFlorida.org school days. Non-school day mini
www.ymcasouthflorida.org camps.
Call or email for information.
S.T.E.P. PROGRAM
YMCA of South Florida TBA - Contact to Confirm
Location: Call for locations An after school program that focuses
Phone: 954-623-5555 on employability skills, life skills, social
p p p 16-22
Email: skills, ADL's, field trips, and more.
SFeldman@YMCASouthFlorida.org Supported Summer Employment /
www.ymcasouthflorida.org Volunteer Opportunities.
Call or email for information.
YMCA SWIM BUDDIES
TBA - Contact to Confirm
YMCA of South Florida An inclusive program for children
Location: Pembroke Pines and Weston through adults. Each participant is
Phone: 754-312-4121 or paired with a volunteer who works with
p p p p p p 4+
954-623-5555, ext. 1211 them each session. Participants
Email: Jkneely@ymcasouthflorida.org develop sports and social skills while
www.ymcasouthflorida.org increasing self-confidence and healthy
lifestyle habits.
Call or email for information.
Page 20PROVIDER, LOCATION AND CONTACT
PROGRAM INFORMATION ID DD PD MI VI HH AGES
INFORMATION
Young at Art Museum, Now Gallery
YAA NOW GALLERY
Location: Westfield Broward Mall,
Interactive exhibits and art activities
across from Paul Mitchell School and
that are inclusive to special
next to Lens Crafters and Champs p p p p 5+
populations. Wed. - Sun. ● 11:00 am -
Phone: 954-424-0085
6:00 pm. $8 admission per person.
Email: info@youngatartmuseum.org *Autism & Related Disabilities
Call, text, or email for information.
www.youngatartmuseum.org
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Page 21COUNTY AND MUNICIPAL PROVIDERS
Broward County and City Contact Information and Access Features
There are 31 municipalities in Broward County, Florida. Most of the municipalities have their own independent parks and
recreation agencies that offer year-round recreation and leisure opportunities, park facilities and amenities. For information
on a particular park and recreation agency's programs and/or facilities, contact that municipal agency directly.
Playgrounds** : Level of accessibility/usability varies for each playground noted under access features.
BROWARD COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION DIVISION - www.Broward.org/Parks
Special Populations Section: 954-357-8170/8160 or TTY: 954-537-2844
POOLS / WATER PLAYGROUNDS:
• C.B. Smith Park: 954-357-5170 • 900 N. Flamingo Rd., Pembroke Pines
Water Playgrounds (sloped entry, aquatic wheelchair) • Lazy River (lift)
• Central Broward Regional Park: 954-357-5400 • 3770 N.W. 11th Pl., Lauderhill • Pool (lift, sloped entry, aquatic wheelchair)
Water Playground (sloped entry, aquatic wheelchair)
• Quiet Waters Park: 954-357-5100 • 401 S. Powerline Rd., Deerfield Beach
Water Playground (sloped entry, aquatic wheelchair)
• T.Y. Park: 954-357-8811 • 3300 N. Park Rd., Hollywood • Pool (lift, sloped entry, aquatic wheelchair)
Water Playground (sloped entry, aquatic wheelchair)
PLAYGROUNDS** Splash Pad at Miramar Pineland Park: 954-357-8776 • 3600 S. University Dr., Miramar
COCONUT CREEK PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT - www.coconutcreek.net
Wayne K. Tobey, Director: 954-545-6670 • Recreation Complex: 954-956-1580
PLAYGROUNDS**
COOPER CITY RECREATION DEPARTMENT - www.coopercityfl.org
Stacie Weiss, Recreation Director: 954-434-4300 ext. 295• Jill Ankney, Aquatic Specialist: 954-434-4300 ext. 400
POOL:
• Cooper City Pool and Tennis Center: 954-436-7300 • 11600 Stonebridge Pkwy. • Pool (lift)
PLAYGROUNDS**
CORAL SPRINGS PARKS AND RECREATION - www.coralsprings.org/parks
Robert Hunter, Recreation Director: 954-345-2200
POOLS:
• Mullins Park: 954-345-2170 • 10000 N.W. 29th St. • 1 Pool (lift) and 1 Pool (zero-depth entry)
• Coral Springs Aquatic Center: 954-345-2121 • 12441 Royal Palm Blvd. • Pool (lift)
• Cypress Water Park: 954-345-2109 • 1300 Coral Springs Dr. • Pool (lift) and Activity Pool (zero-depth entry)
PLAYGROUNDS**
DANIA BEACH PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT - www.ci.dania-beach.fl.us
Eric Brown, Director: 954-924-6800 ext. 3730
POOLS:
• Patrick J. Meli Park Aquatic Center: 954-985-4400 • 2901 S.W. 52nd St. • Pool (lift)
• C.W. Thomas Park: 954-924-3692 • 100 N.W. 8th Ave. • Pool (lift)
ROPES COURSE (low and high course) • Tigertail Lake Recreation Center: 954-201-4500 • 580 Gulfstream Way
BEACH ACCESS:
• 100 N. Beach Road: 954-924-3696 • Access from parking to chickee hut on beach, picnic area, and restroom.
PLAYGROUNDS**
DAVIE PARKS, RECREATION AND CULTURAL ARTS DEPARTMENT - www.davie-fl.gov
Administrative Offices: 954-797-1146
POOLS:
• Davie Pine Island Park Pool: 954-327-3927 • 3800 S.W. 92nd Ave. • (ramp)
• Betty Booth Roberts Park: 954-797-6716 • 4200 S.W. 61st Ave. • Pool (lift)
PLAYGROUNDS ** Splash Pad at Shenandoah Park • 14601 S.W. 14th St.
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