Therapeutic Recreation Center

Therapeutic Recreation Center

The Therapeutic Recreation Center is located in Gene C. Reid Park.

Our mission is to provide programs that develop and enhance lifelong recreational pursuits for people with disabilities through adaptive, aquatic and inclusive recreation opportunities.

The City of Tucson is committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities can participate in Tucson Parks and Recreation programs. Anyone in need of an accommodation should contact the department at least two weeks in advance if possible. For more details email the Inclusion Coordinator at TPRD-Therapeutics@tucsonaz.gov or contact call 520-791-4504.

Recreation Inclusion Services for Youth and Adults

Recreation Inclusion provides opportunities for youth and adults, with and without disabilities to experience recreation and leisure time together.

If you have any inquiries regarding inclusion services, email TPRD-Therapeutics@tucsonaz.gov


Behavior Expectations

As in all programs offered by Parks and Recreation, the expectation of every participant is to follow the basic rules of conduct.

A participant may be excluded from a program if their presence poses a direct threat to the health or safety of others, or requires a fundamental alteration of the program.

Monthly Social Dance

First Saturday of each month from 6-8 p.m. Dances are held at the Quince Douglas recreation center and are co-sponsored by Old Pueblo Civitan. To register, please call 520-791-4504.

Schedule

Summer Programs

Stars

Who: Teens and young adults with developmental disabilities
Ages:16-22
When: June 2-July 18 (closed June 19 and July 4)
Day/Time: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Cost: $25/city-resident or $30/non-city resident
Location: Therapeutic Recreation Center, 1000 S. Randolph Way

Teen Step(summer camp)

Who: Learning disabilities and attention deficit disorders
Ages: 12-18
When: June 2-July 18 (closed June 19 and July 4)
Day/Time: Monday-Thursday 2-8 p.m., and Fridays 2-6 p.m.
Cost: $25/city-resident or $30/non-city resident
Location: Therapeutic Recreation Center, 1000 S. Randolph Way

Discovery Camp

Who All disabilities
Ages: 6-15
When: June 2-July 18 (closed June 19 and July 4)
Day/Time: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Cost: $25/city-resident or $30/non-city resident
Location: Quincie Douglas, 1575 E. 36th St.

Social Club (TR rec program)

Ages: 18+
Cost:$25/ resident, $30/non-resident
Location: Therapeutic Recreation 1000 S Randolph way (
Days/times:  Friday 6-8pm
Dates: June 6-July 25

Rec Bowling

Ages:14+
Cost: $25/ resident, $30/non-resident *The cost per week will be $11 for 3 games including shoes.
Location: Lucky Strike Bowling Alley 4015 E Speedway Blvd
Days/times: Wednesdays 3:30-5:30
Dates: June 4 - July 23

Juniors Active In Wheelchair Sports

Ages:6-18 (with physical disabilities)
Cost: Free and equipment provided
Location: Donna Liggins Recreation Center 2160 N 6th Ave
Days/times: Saturday 10am-12pm
Dates: June 7 - July 26

Wheelchair Softball

Ages:16+ with physical disabilities
Cost:  Free and equipment provided
Location:  Donna Liggins Recreation Center 2160 N 6th Ave
Days/times: Sundays 12pm-2pm
Dates: June 1-Aug 24

Teen and Adult Programs

Adaptive Wheelchair Sports (JAWS - Juniors Active in Wheelchair Sports)

Equipment provided. Families welcome!
Cost: Free
Who: Ages 6-17 with a physical disability
When: Saturdays 10 a.m.- noon
Where: Donna Liggins Center, 2160 N. 6th Ave

Tai Chi for Arthritis

No registration required.
Cost: Free
Who: Ages 18+
When: Tuesdays and Fridays 10-11 a.m.
Where: Donna Liggins Center, 2160 N. 6th Ave

Tucson MS Support Group

Tucson Multiple Sclerosis (MS) support group welcomes anyone with a neurological disorder to meet the first Wednesday of each month and to participate in monthly outings geared toward adults with physical challenges. Caregivers or friends are welcome.
Cost: Free
Who: Ages 18+
When: First Wednesday of the Month, 1-3 p.m.
Where: Therapeutic Recreation Center, 1000 S. Randolph Way
Contact: tucsonms.rp@gmail.com

Special Olympics

Special Olympics Basketball
This is a training program to learn basketball skills and how to play on a 5 on 5 competitive basketball team. The participants will train and compete in the Coronado area competition and the state competition.
Cost: Free
Who: Ages 18+ with developmental disabilities
When: Saturdays 8-10 a.m.
Where: Donna Liggins Recreation Center. 2160 N 6th Ave. 

Special Olympics Track and Field
This is a training program to learn track and field events and practice the skills to compete in the Special Olympics Coronado area competition. Participants will learn and practice field events such as the Turbo Jav, Shot put, Long jump, Running long jump, and Softball throw. Participants will also develop running endurance and train for various track events such as wheelchair races, 50M dash, 100M dash, 200M run, 400M run and relay races.
Cost: Free
Who: Ages 8+ with developmental disabilities
When: Tuesdays 3:30-5 p.m.
Where: Gunny Barreras Park, 5890 S Campbell Ave.


Therapeutic Recreation

Location

1000 S. Randolph Way, Tucson 85716  View Map

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Features

  • Arts and crafts rooms
  • Enclosed backyard
  • Kitchen
  • Meeting rooms
  • Playground
  • Public WiFi
  • Ramada

Contact

(520) 791-4504
TPRD-Therapeutics@tucsonaz.gov
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Hours

OPEN
Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Closed Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays

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