Programs for individuals with Physical Disabilities

Fort Collins
Paralympic Sports Club
Paralympic Sport Club Fort Collins involves programming for youth and adults with physical, visual disabilities
and veterans in sports and physical activity. Scholarships are available if needed.
MS Aqua
Designed for people with multiple sclerosis or other neuromuscular disorders. Trained staff provide exercise modifications and
assistance in a supportive social atmosphere. Exercises focus on maximizing or maintaining physical well-being, endurance, strength,
and flexibility. Note: Fee provides a 16 visit pass. Please bring an attendant for assistance with personal care, if needed.
Age: 18 years & up
Location: Mulberry Pool
6/2-8/30
Tu, Th
10:30-11:30 AM
$44
302228-01
Arts & Crafts
Artistic Abilities Art
Participants will learn techniques with a variety of materials to create unique pieces of art. This class is open to people of all abilities,
with emphasis on accommodations for various challenges and disabilities.
Age: 13 years & up
Location: Colorado State University, Visual Arts Building, Room D102
Note: Contact Alison Cope at [email protected] for more information.
6/7-7/5
Tu
4:00-6:00 PM
$36
302990-01
Fitness
Adaptive Yoga
Learn a variety of yoga postures that can be practiced from a chair, standing, or seated on the floor. This class is specifically designed
for people with multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, or other neuromuscular disorders and adapted for people of all physical abilities.
Note: No drop-in rate.
Age: 18 years & up
Location: Raintree Athletic Club
6/9-7/7
Th
1:30-2:30 PM
$38
302980-01
7/14-8/11
Th
1:30-2:30 PM
$38
302980-03
Ice
Adaptive Ice Skating
These lessons are for people with and without disabilities. Basic skills are introduced and adapted for individuals with disabilities. Skill
improvement and fun will be the focus; all abilities welcome.
Age: 8 years & up
Location: Edora Pool Ice Center
6/7-6/28
Tu
6:00-6:30 PM
$40
310356-01
7/12-8/2
Tu
6:00-6:30 PM
$40
310356-02
Music & Theatre
Phamaly Performance
Phamaly is a professional performing arts group made up of people with physical disabilities. Join us to watch this extraordinary
performance "Evita". This matinee will feature a backstage and tactile tour. Note: Lunch is included. Registration deadline 07/13/2016.
No refunds will be given after ticket is purchased.
Age: 16 years & up
Location: Leave from Senior Center
7/24
Su
9:00 AM-6:00 PM
$42
302991-01
Outdoor Recreation
Adaptive Waterskiing
Learn to waterski at the Boulder Reservoir. This program is designed for people with physical disabilities and visual impairments only.
Adaptive ski equipment and instruction provided by the Boulder EXPAND program.
Age: 12 years & up
Location: Leave from Senior Center
6/28, 7/19
Tu
7:00 AM-12:30 PM
$60
302937-01
8/2 & 8/16
Poudre Raft Trip
Raft the scenic Poudre River for a fun, six-mile trip with Rocky Mountain Adventures. This trip is designed for people with and without
disabilities looking for fun and adventure. Note: Registration deadline is 7/13/2016. Attendants can register under -1A section.
Age: 16 years & up
Location: Leave from Senior Center
7/16
Sa
7:30 AM-1:30 PM
$60
302938-01
7/16
Sa
7:30 AM-1:30 PM
$55
302938-1A
Adaptive Watersports Days
Experience the freedom and beauty of boating! These events will feature adaptive kayaks, sailboats and stand up paddle boards for
people with physical disabilities and their friends. Equipment and expertise provided by Adaptive Adventures and Baby Seal Stand Up
Paddleboards. Note: Food included. Rides from the Sr. Center arranged as needed.
Age: 12 years & up
Adaptive Watersports – Olympic Day Event!
Location: Horsetooth Reservoir South Bay Pavilion
6/29
W
10:00 AM-1:30 PM
$25
302973-01
Kayak & SUP
Location: Lonetree State Wildlife Area, Loveland
7/27
W
4:30-7:30 PM
$22
302973-02
Multi-Sport
Location: Horsetooth Reservoir South Bay Pavilion
8/31
W
4:00-7:30 PM
$22
302973-03
Sports
Adaptive Boccia
Boccia is a Paralympic sport adapted for athletes with physical disabilities. Played indoors on a smooth surface, boccia tests your
coordination, concentration, and ability to strategize. Note: $3 drop-in fee each week. Class will not meet 7/4.
Age: 17 years & up
Location: Foothills Activity Center Gym, 241 E. Foothills Parkway
6/20-8/8
M
12:30-1:30 PM
$15
302464-01
Adaptive Curling Clinic
Try out the great sport of Curling! Clinicians from the Colorado Adaptive Sports Foundation will be on hand to teach the fundamentals
of the sport.
Age: 14 years & up
Location: Edora Pool Ice Center
8/21
Su
4:00-5:30 PM
$5
302071-01
CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE! www.fcgov.com/aro
For additional info, please contact the ARO staff.
Renee Lee, CTRS, Therapeutic Recreation Supervisor, 970-224-6027, [email protected]
Becca Heinze, CTRS, M.S.Ed., Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator, 970-224-6125, [email protected]
Brenda McDowell, Unified Sports Coordinator
970-416-2024, [email protected]
Alison Cope, OTR, Recreation Specialist
[email protected]
Chelsea McGowan, CTRS & ARO Interns, 970-224-6034, [email protected]