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Therapeutic Recreation

Paul Derda Recreation Center (PDRC)

13201 Lowell Blvd  303-460-6900

Rachel Robbins CTRS 303-460-6924

 

What is Therapeutic Recreation? The Therapeutic Recreation program is designed to provide and enhance recreation opportunities for people of all ability levels and ages to participate in leisure services. We offer both specialized classes and mainstreaming/ inclusion opportunities.

 

Our staff and trained volunteers work hard to provide the highest level of experience possible to the participants. When registering please allow enough time before the class starts, and register according to the needs of the participant. Thanks for your cooperation in helping us keep this program a success.

Group: Participants who are independent or require minimal verbal prompting and minimal behaviors.
1:1: Participants who need physical assistance and/or additional support due to behavioral needs.

Mainstream/ Inclusion
We offer assistance to individuals with or without disabilities to recreate together. To request inclusion assistance, check the appropriate box on the registration form, or if registering online please call Rachel Robbins, C.T.R.S. at 303-460-6924. Please allow three weeks prior to the start of class to allow us to assist in providing the necessary support.

 

Rules and Policies

1. Participation is required at all programs!
2. When dropping off participants please check in with a staff member or volunteer. If a participant will be using public transportation please notify staff at the beginning of the program.
3. We do not provide personal care, i.e. toileting or feeding. If you need assistance you will need to provide an assistant.
4. A therapeutic participation form must be filled out every two years, you can acquire one at the front desk of either center or go online to download the form.
5. Special Olympics requires a medical on file every three years
 

TR Swimming We offer a variety of options from the beginning swimmer to the independent lap swimmer. 
For your child who is just learning to swim TR swim lessons are for you, they are designed after the Red Level swim lesson.  For the independent young adult swimmer who is looking to work on stroke development, endurance, and a social group to network with, Adapted Aquatics is for you.  Special Olympics Swim Team is offered in the Spring season.

TR Fitness These programs are for the Therapeutic Athlete and participants who want a healthier lifestyle or just looking to have fun with friends.

 

TR Programs These programs include but not limited to Independent Living Skills Programs, Community Awareness, Money skills development, Outings in the community, arts & crafts, preschool classes, and special events.

 

Special Olympics Broomfield Recreation Services offers sports training programs and athletic competitions year round for Special Olympics.  This program is for athletes 8 years and older  to compete.  You can train with the program starting at 6 years of age with prior approval from Recreation Coordinator.  Special Olympics programs are designed for children and adults with a developmental disability.  Broomfield offers 15 sports throughout the year.