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Therapeutic Recreation
Youth Programs
If you have questions or are interested in participating in any of our programs
please contact us using the information located at the bottom of the page. |
P.L.A.Y
(Productive Leisure Activities for the Young)
This pre-school program for 3-5 year olds with disabilities is
offered in three week sessions several times a year and meets on
Thursdays at the Hoover Recreation Center. The activities of this
program center around structured play sessions and focus on
recreation, leisure, social and educational development through arts
and crafts, fine/gross motor activities, music and movement,
language based activities and socialization.
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Movin' On
Movin' On is an after school program for elementary and middle
school students that focuses on development in the areas of sports,
arts & crafts, social skills and decision making.This program meets
twice a week on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at the Hoover
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R.E.A.C.T
(Responsible, Energetic, Activities that Challenge Teenagers)
This after school program for high school students focuses on
developing skills in areas that challenge teenagers today. Group games
and activities are designed to focus on social skills, money management
skills, leisure education, socialization, creativity and physical activity. This
program meets on Monday and Wednesday afternoons at the Hoover
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C.O.R.E.
(Community Outings with Recreational Experiences)
C.O.R.E. focuses on developing time management, money
management, and decision making skills and meets one Friday a month.
The ultimate goal for participants is independence. Additional outings
may be offered during the program year. C.O.R.E is open to high school
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Hoover Hurricanes Swim Team
This program is for individuals who have the ability to swim one length
of the pool and are interested in improving technique and endurance.
Swimmers practice twice a week to develop breathing techniques and
improve swim strokes. Participants in this program have the opportunity
to compete in a variety of swim meets including, but not limited to, the
Hoover Invitational Swim Meet and Special Olympics State Games. This
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Team Sports
Team Sports is a program for teenagers and adults focuses specifically on
athletic skill development. Participants are introduced to a wide variety of
sports and learn to work as part of a team. Athletes will have the opportunity
to participate in games as well as tournaments if they choose. This program
meets twice a week on Monday and Wednesday afternoons.
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Rhythmic Gymnastics
The Rhythmic Gymnastics program offers participants the
opportunity to improve flexibility, strength and coordination while
cultivating friendships, promoting creativity and emphasizing team
spirit. Participants practice once a week to develop new skills and
learn routines. Athletes will also have the opportunity to compete
in the sport if they choose. This program is open to girls ages 8
and up.
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Express Yourself! Art
Express Yourself! is an art program aimed at providing new
opportunities for individuals who are unable to express themselves
through traditional art methods. Artists who are unable to to use their
hands work with a "tracker" who will be their arms and hands to create
their work of art. This program is an opportunity for individuals with the
most significant physical disabilities to make decisions and explore new
recreational outlets. This program meets twice a month.
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