The City of Glendale Parks & Recreation Adaptive Recreation program offers specially designed activities for individuals with physical, mental, emotional or social disabilities. Activities include bowling, swimming, dances, field trips & more. The general minimum age for participating is 8 years old. The City of Glendale also supports Special Olympics Softball & Challenger Little League with the City of Peoria.

For additional details on the Adaptive Recreation Program, please call Katherine at 623-930-4333.

*With the goal of enhancing programs for citizens with disabilities, the City of Glendale partners with the City of Peoria in the Glendale/Peoria Special Recreation Alliance program, which offers cooperative programs between the two cities.

Young Athletes Program

FREE! Mondays, August - December • 6:15–7:15 p.m.
Ages 2-½ to 7 with intellectual disabilities

FREE! The Special Olympics Arizona Young Athletes Program is fun, flexible and assists a child in developing necessary motor and social skills. It offers a series of developmentally appropriate activities specifically designed for children with intellectual disabilities and their family members. It meets at the Glendale Adult Center, 5970 W. Brown St. Call 602-476-0839 to register. Visit www.soaz.org for more information.

Family Fun Night

First Tuesday of Every Month • 6-8 p.m. • Ages 4+
FREE! Bring the whole family and join us for Wii games, floor shuffleboard, ping-pong, board games and more! Enjoy making new friends and playing fun games. Glendale Adult Center, Palo Verde Room, 5970 W. Brown Street. Parents must accompany children. To reserve your place, call Katherine at 623-930-4333.

Special Olympics Softball*

Wednesdays/Saturdays, beginning August 19 for 8 weeks. • Wed. 6:30–8 p.m., Sat. 8–10 a.m.
Ages 21+ (Players under 21 years old with prior softball experience may be considered.) Sign up at the Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson. $25 Sports Participation Fee. A completed medical release must be submitted. Aug. 19–Sept. 2 at Rio Vista, 8666 W. Thunderbird Rd., Peoria. Remaining dates at the Paseo Sports Complex ball fields 3 and 4, 6268 W. Thunderbird Rd. Questions? Call 623-773-7436.

Theatre Kidz

Thursdays, September 3–November 19 • 6–7:30 p.m. • Ages 8-22
If you enjoy singing, dancing and acting, this is for you! Learn the basics of musical theatre in this fun class, while developing motor and social skills. The finale is YOU performing live on stage with friends and family in the audience! For more information, call 623-930-4333. Glendale Adult Center Stage, 5970 W. Brown St. Glendale Resident, $20 • Non-Resident, $24. TO SIGN UP - SEE PAGE 20. Code #464112-11

Fall Bowling Bonanza I

Saturdays, September 12–October 31 • 9–11 a.m. • Ages 8+
Make new friends, improve your game and enjoy the cheering and support of other participants! Parents, guardians and care givers are asked to assist those with special needs to make this a rewarding experience. Bowling ramps are available to registered bowlers. Instruction is not provided. Questions? Call 623-930-4333. Glenfair Lanes Bowling Alley, 6110 N. 59th Ave. Glendale Resident, $18 • Non-Resident, $21 (includes the use of a bowling ball and shoes). To sign up CLICK HERE to go to the online registration page. Code #454011-11

Fall Bowling Bonanza II

Saturdays, November 7 - December 19 • 9–11 a.m. • Ages 8+
Make new friends, improve your game and enjoy the cheering and support of other participants! Parents, guardians and care givers are asked to assist those with special needs to make this a rewarding experience. Bowling ramps are available to registered bowlers. Instruction is not provided. Questions? Call 623-930-4333. Glenfair Lanes Bowling Alley, 6110 N. 59th Ave. Glendale Resident, $18 • Non-Resident, $21 (includes the use of a bowling ball and shoes). To sign up CLICK HERE to go to the online registration page. Code #454011-21

Sock Hop Dance*

Saturday, September 12 • 6:30–9 p.m. • Ages 13–22
Put on your dancing shoes for this old-fashioned sock hop! Door prizes and treats provided. Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson St., Peoria. $5 at door or $4 in advance (payable at the Peoria Community Center). For more information, call 623-773-7436.

Goulies Dance*

Saturday, October 31• 6:30–9 p.m. • Ages 13–22
Starts off with “Trunk or Treat,” then comes an evening of dancing, costumes, contests and more! Door prizes and treats provided. Glendale Adult Center, 5970 W. Brown St. $5 at the door, $4 in advance (payable at the Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson St.). For more information, call 623-773-7436.

Adaptive Recreation Advisory Committee
This committee's vision is to expand the Glendale Parks and Recreation Department programs to include more opportunities for children and young adults of ALL abilities. For more information on the committee, call David at 623-930-4334.

Helpful links to other organizations:

• Youth Athletes Program
• MIKID (Mentally Ill Kids in Distress)
  MIKID Support Group meets 4:30-5:30 p.m. the 2nd Thursday of every month at the Glendale Adult Center, 5970 W. Brown St. MIKID (Mentally Ill Kids in Distress) is a support group for those who are raising a child with behavioral or mental health issues. MIKID employs professionally trained staff who offer services to families who are challenged with finding support and assistance for their child. To register or for more information, contact Lara Whiting at 602-253-1240 or phoenix@mikid.org.