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Program Overview

Enhancing Quality of Life for Individuals with Special Needs

HRCA Therapeutic Recreation Programs are intended to enhance the quality of life of individuals with special needs. Our goal is to challenge participants, support general independence, choice, self-determination, and self-confidence. All HRCA staff, across all programs, work to support the leisure interests of people of all ages and abilities.

A Therapeutic Recreation Individual Service Plan  (ISP) is required to participate in Special Needs Programs. For new enrollees, an ISP must be completed before service begins and for all participants an annual update is required each year thereafter.

Therapeutic Recreation Personal Instruction

Designed for individual needs, interests, and abilities in our gyms, pools, weight rooms, or in the community. Cancellation notice of less than 24 hours can result in a charge for the session.

Therapeutic Recreation Small Group Instruction

Designed for small group needs, interests, and abilities in our gyms, pools, weight rooms, or in the community. Small groups will be with one Therapeutic Recreation staff member. Call the Therapeutic Recreation program to form groups.

Special Needs Family Swim

Bring your family and enjoy some water fun during your one-on-one session. Perfect for program guests.

A parent or caregiver may be required to assist during Therapeutic Recreation Programs if a participant needs 1:1 assistance.

Our successful programs are a result of having wonderful volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering please fill out the volunteer registration form.

For more information, call 303-471-7043 or email summer.aden@HRCAonline.org.

HRCA Refund & Transfer Policy

To cancel a class call Summer Aden at 303-471-7043. All refunds are charged a $5 processing fee. Refunds and class transfers must be requested at least five (5) business days prior to the beginning of the class. Refunds are not issued for inclement weather, if less than five days before the start of the class, or for ticketed events.

Therapeutic Recreation Program Inclement Weather Policy

For any changes in class schedules due to weather, please check the HRCA website homepage or call 303-791-2500 (ext. 0) or contact the program coordinator. When facilities remain open and classes run as scheduled, no refunds or make-ups will be provided for missed classes. 

Missed classes due to illness, schedule conflicts, or other reasons – are make-up days or pro-rated fees available?

  • Child Is Sick? Please be considerate of others. Do not bring your child to lessons if they do not feel well.
  • There are no credits or make-up lessons for any missed classes. 
  • Make-up classes are not possible and refunds/pro-rated discounts are not available for any days missed during a session.

Private Lessons Cancellations

Cancellation Policy – No-shows or late cancellations (under 24 hours) will not be refunded or rescheduled.  Additionally, repeated no-shows and last-minute cancellations may result in the cancellation of future lessons and a suspension in scheduling additional lessons, the length of which will be at the discretion of the program coordinator.

  • Punch passes expire six months from the date of purchase. Refunds are not given for expired passes.
  • All participants registered for a class are charged a punch for the class unless they cancel their reservation prior to the start of the class.

Upcoming Classes & Camps

Explore your recreation interests, develop skills and have fun! Our specialized services are offered to all ages and ability levels to enhance health, wellness and quality of life.

Fundraiser

Spring Flower Sale

Order gorgeous potted flowers to pick up in May and enjoy all summer. All proceeds support HRCA's Therapeutic Recreation Program for people with disabilities — a beautiful win-win! The deadline to order is Valentine's Day.

Therapeutic Recreation

Scholarship Fund

The Therapeutic Recreation Scholarship Fund supports specialized recreational services offered to people of all ages with special needs, regardless of ability or disability. A variety of programs are available, including group and personal instruction.

Scholarships, while limited, can assist program participants with reduced fees to many Therapeutic Recreation programs and services. Contact our Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator at 303-471-7043 or email for more information.

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