Recreational Activities
Exceptional Family Resource Center receives many inquiries about recreational activities and camps for children with special needs. Below you will find a listing with phone numbers and web site links to assist you in your search.
San Diego Parks & Recreation Dept. Therapeutic Recreation Services
619-525-8247 or 619-692-3866 TDD. Program Guide
City of Chula Vista Recreation Department Therapeutics Section for children and adults with developmental disabilities. 619-409-5800.
City of Coronado Recreation Department - A -Team: All Together Experiencing Amazing Moments. (619) 522-7342.
City of Imperial Recreational Activities
Sports:
Adaptive Karate Program - 858-484-4747.
AYSO (American Youth Soccer Organization) VIP Soccer teams for children with special needs:
Bonita - Lili Walter 619-656-7699
La Mesa - Gary Hartnett 619-708-0731 or aysogary@hotmail.com
Chula Vista - Steve Riiff 619 482-2327
El Cajon - Mike Shirley 619-443-2580 or coachmshirley@aol.com
Santee - 858-566-2040
Tierrasanta -Tina (858) 999-0294 or www.ayso152.org
Challenged Athletes
Challenge Center - a truly Accessible Gym in La Mesa with licensed physical therapists and certified trainers on staff. Call 619-667-8644.
The Challenger Division of Little League is a program for mentally & physically challenged youth (ages 5-18years), helping them to enjoy the full benefits of Little League participation in an athletic environment structured to their abilities. Contact Glen Castelan at challengerbaseball@anchorline.us or 858 457-1245. View Brochure.
Clairemont, University City, Scripps Ranch & Mira Mesa
La Mesa & Chollas Lakes
Chula Vista – Lili Walter 619-656-7699
Oceanside - Shawn 760-945-2398
Poway - Margot 858-748-0860
Murrieta - Mark Miller 951-764-3470
Some areas without active Challenger Divisions are being served by Sports for Exceptional Athletes.
Challenger Football in North County
Free Golf Lessons for children with Autism
Miracle League of San Diego – baseball for children with mental and/or physical challenges. 858-964-2222. Del Mar & Coronado.
National Sports Center for the Disabled Soccer Development League Partnering with Alliance Soccer Club, Chula Vista Rangers and Poway/PQ, to create a soccer league for children with physical Disabilities. Call Dana at (619) 482-6177.
San Diego Adaptive Sports Foundation
San Diego Special Olympics - 619-283-6100.
SPORTS for Exceptional Athletes is a San Diego-based alternative sports program serving athletes with developmental disabilities ages 5 through adult. Call 858-565-7432.
TOPSoccer for children with mental or physical disabilities. Call Joey at 619-246-8723 or email jyusunas@yahoo.com. www.lajollasoccer.org.
Martial Arts class for students with special needs - Orion Martial Arts in San Marcos. Call 760-445-9731.
US Karate Academy - inclusive karate. Call 619-342-5548.
La Jolla Yoga Center - traditional martial arts classes for people with a wide range of physical and cognitive disabilities.
Heart of Sailing
Wheelchair Dancing – 8 week instructional program at Sharp Grossmont Rehab Center in La Mesa. 858.573.1571.
Social:
Armed Services YMCA of San Diego - Recreational programs and family services for military families. 858-751-5755.
ASSERT (After School Social, Educational, & Recreational Therapy) Program – an after-school program for children with autism (grades K-12) or other similar special needs and neurotypical children in La Mesa. 619-564-0860.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego
Friendship Circle - Social outings for children and teens with special needs. Call 858-487-4879. Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center - Recreational and social programs. 858-362-1123.
Outdoor After School Enrichment Program - New Outdoor Education program at Camp CaHiTo, located at 3101 Balboa Dr, San Diego, CA 92101. 619-291-8985.
Pioneers Club offers hands on activities for individuals with developmental challenges through fine and performing arts, educational enrichment and socially responsible micro enterprises. Call 858-350-6002.
Teens in Motion - an after school program providing supervision and support to teens and young adults with developmental disabilities. 619.521.3055 x1402 or Michelle at mperkins@ymcacrs.org
The Arc of San Diego PALS Dept. - Provide local and travel recreational opportunities for teens and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We also run 5 day sessions of Camp each summer for children, teens, and adults. Contact information: 619-685-1175 or pals@arc-sd.com.
Xcite Steps offers recreation, respite, mentor and childcare programs for kids, teens, and adults with a variety of cognitive disabilities. Call Matt at 858 722-1948.
Summer Camp 2010 - View flyer. Junior Counselor Training - View flyer.
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Therapeutic Activities:
Aquatic:
Adapted Aquatics at Ivey Ranch Park Association Brooks Street Pool in Oceanside. 760-722-4839
Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program at Mission Valley YMCA - Pool is enclosed and warm. 619-298-3576.
Pool Pals - San Diego County Autism Society at Aqua Pros Swim School at the Boys & Girls Club in Clairemont. 619-209-2990.
Equine:
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy or Learning Programs - 760-519-0310 or 949-293-3330.
Helen Woodward Animal Center Therapeutic Riding 858-756-0667.
Ivey Ranch Park - Recreational activities, Therapeutic horseback riding, daycare and respite care. Call 760-722-4839.
The Magic Horse Therapeutic Riding Centerin Lakeside - 619-672-6935
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy or Learning Programs - 760-519-0310 or 949-293-3330.
Partners Therapeutic Horsemanship – in La Mesa. 619-469-9544.
REINS - in Fallbrook. 760-731-9168.
San Diego Hippotherapy - Lakeside call 760-440-0286. Occupational and physical therapy for children and adults with neuromusculoskeletal dysfunctions, using the movement of horses.
Expressive Arts:
Ability Dances - adaptive dance program for children with physical disabilities. Point Loma. Contact Anna Dewey at abilitydances@gmail.com or (617) 571-2446.
Arms Wide Open - dance program for children and adults with special needs.
Coast Music Therapy– music lessons for individuals with special needs. 858.831.0387 ext 4.,
Culture Shock Dance Studio - Old Town. 619-299-2110.
Eveoke Dance Theatre – in San Diego, 619-238-1153.
Movement & Music for Boys & Girls with Special Needs in Golden Hills. Call LaTanya at 619-980-5246.
North Park Vaudeville STARS - Theater arts program for individuals with cognitive disabilities. Call 619-647-4958 or zgolden1@cox.net.
Piano Lessons for children with special needs. Contact Kathryn Campion at 760-274-3867 or kathryncampion@yahoo.com
Positive Action Community Theatre - life skills through expressive arts for kids with autism and other special needs in the North County. 760-815-8512. View flyer
Programs:
Access Pass - for US citizens with a permanent disability. Provides access to, and use of, any Federal recreation site that charges an Entrance or Standard Amenity Fee.
Power Beach Wheelchairs - Available at Mission Beach. Manual Beach Wheelchairs are available at La Jolla Shores, Ocean Beach and South Pacific Beach
year-round at the lifeguard stations. Call 619-525-8247 or 619-525-8249TDD.
San Diego Zoo, Sea World & Legoland - offer a Free Adult Ticket when you purchase a ticket for a person with a disability? You just need to show a doctor's note that states the person has a disability and needs supervision while in the community.
Chaperoned Trips for Adults with Disabilities
Camp Tuolumne Trails - a new camp for children and adults with special needs is located just outside Yosemite National Park in California.
Camp Paivika - fully accessible camp, located in the San Bernardino National Forest, offers summer and winter overnight camp programs for kids and adults with mild to severe developmental and physical disabilities.
Disabled Travelers
Medical Equipment Rental for San Diego Visitors
Transportation Security Administration Medical Notification Card - This is for use by individuals with medical conditions or disabilities which make the typical security check a challenge at the airport. TSA Cares Helpline: call toll free at 1-855-787-2227.
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