If you live near Winchester, Virginia, check this out!
Differing Abilities Programs by Winchester, Virginia parks and recreation
Sensory Sundays @ The Rec Center
SWIMMING, GAMES, MUSIC, AND MORE
SUNDAYS 10-11:30 A.M.
9/11/22-2/12/23 ALL AGES
MOVING WITH MUSIC THERAPY
SUNDAYS 9/11-10/2
AND 10/9-10/30
AGES 2-10
SPOOKCESSIBLE
ACCESSIBLE HALLOWEEN
FRIDAY, 10/14 / 10-11 A.M.
ALL AGES / FREE
DETAILS AT
WWW.WINCHESTERVA.GOV/PARKS
Differing Abilities Programs
Winchester Parks and Recreation strives to be an inclusive place for all members of our community. This fall, WPRD is offering several unique, disability-friendly opportunities. In addition to what is listed
below, check our website for upcoming details about an inclusive art class with community partner I Can 2, coming soon!
SENSORY SUNDAYS @ THE REC CENTER
Join us for Sensory Sundays, a special time set aside just for our friends with differing abilities before
the Rec Center opens to the general public. Sensory Sundays includes:
Swim @ Jim's: Swim in the Indoor Pool at Jim Barnett Park. Lights are dimmed, swim instructors are on-site
to give an introduction to swimming, and a limited number of life jackets are available on request. Guests under 12 must have an adult (age 18+) present; ages 8 and under must have an adult in the water.
Quiet Play in the Gym: Basketballs, dodgeballs, and other equipment will be available for those who would
like to play in a quieter athletic space.
Social Time in the Social Hall: Enjoy a variety of games - including giant board games - in the Social Hall. Music will be playing during this time.
Sunday 9/11 - 2/12 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Daily Visit Fee or Membership
MOVING WITH MUSIC THERAPY
Join Tara Lescalleet, a certified music therapist, for a 4-week session of music and movement!
Sessions are open to anyone in the age groups below and are inclusive of individuals with sensory
needs. If you think music therapy could benefit your child and you haven’t been able to access it in
the past, this is your chance! Space is limited to 8 children per age group.
Location: Jim Barnett Park, Lord Fairfax Room
Sundays 9/11 to 10/2: Fee: $20
10:30-10:50 a.m. Ages 2-4
11:00-11:20 a.m. Ages 5-7
11:30-11:50 a.m. Ages 8-10
Register by 9/7
Sundays 10/9-10/30: Fee $20
10:30-10:50 a.m. Ages 2-4
11:00-11:20 a.m. Ages 5-7
11:30-11:50 a.m. Ages 8-10
Register by 9/28
SPOOKCESSIBLE
This Halloween event is designed for children with differing abilities. Search for easily accessible non-spooky ghosts to turn in for treats. Once you have found all the ghosts, head over to the pumpkin patch to pick a gourd to take home. In case of inclement weather, the event will be held in the gym.
Location: Jim Barnett Park, Familyland & Children's Dream Playground Areas
Spookcessible
Date: Friday, 10/14
Time: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Ages: All
Fee: FREE
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