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Adaptive Recreation offers activities designed for teens and adults who have a disability. Use the links below to view Adaptive Recreation activities offered throughout the city.
View all Adaptive Recreation classes with available space
Inclusion Services: Recreation activities are inclusive and open to people of all abilities. Inclusion Services provides ADA (Title II) accommodations for people participating in registered activities. After registering for an activity, you can request support by submitting a PP&R - Inclusion Request Form.
Personal Aide: To register a personal aide to attend a program with you free of charge, call Adaptive Recreation at 503-823-2883.
Drop-in Activities
In addition to the registered activities listed below, PP&R offers drop-in activities that are designed for people with disabilities. Personal aids are welcome to support participants. They should check in at the front desk with the participant at the time of the activity. Drop-in schedules are available online and printed at each recreation center.
- Youth Adaptive Swim at Southwest Indoor Pool.
- Wheelchair treadmill for ages 14 and older, in the fitness center at East Portland Community Center
- Wheelchair basketball for ages 14 and older at Southwest Community Center
- Sensory Friendly Gym for ages 2–5, with an adult at St. Johns Community Center.
Classes
Classes take place over multiple weeks. Register once for the entire session.
| Class | Ages | Description | Location | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bingo | 18 and older | Get five in a row or four corners, then shout, "bingo!" Have some laughs and win some prizes! | East Portland Community Center | Check availability |
| Bowling | 18 and older | Have fun with your friends while knocking down pins. Beginners to advanced bowlers are welcome. | King Pins | Check availability |
| Cooking | 18 and older | Gain confidence and cooperation skills while discovering new recipes and preparing a wonderful meal to share. You will create your own recipe book to take home with you. | Matt Dishman Community Center | Check availability |
| Creative Art | 18 and older | Explore your inner artist with activities such as drawing, painting, and clay art! Experience the joy of creativity while working alongside peers. | Mt. Tabor Middle School | Check availability |
| Drum Circle | 18 and older | Discover drumming methods and making up beats on the spot. Appreciate the role rhythm plays and explore drumming together. | Community Music Center | Check availability |
| Friday Night Dance Party | 18 and older | Have fun dancing to our very own DJ - Lamar! Socialize with friends, both new and old. | Mt. Scott Community Center | Check availability |
| Friday Night at the Movies | 18 and older | Meet new friends and enjoy popcorn as we watch a favorite movie together. Each month we will explore a different genre. | Southwest Community Center | Check availability |
| Game Night | 18 and older | Play various games, work on social and conversational skills, and enjoy the company of friends. | Matt Dishman Community Center | Check availability |
| Weight Room | 18 and older | Join our health and fitness crew as we explore exercise routines and learn about keeping our bodies strong and healthy! | East Portland Community Center | Check availability |
| Zumba | 18 and older | Participants will learn various movements, activities, and exercise routines to build confidence, joy, and understanding around health and fitness. | Mt. Tabor Middle School | Check availability |
Adult Trips (ages 18 and older)
Personal Aide: To register a personal aide to attend a program with you free of charge, call Adaptive Recreation at 503-823-2883.
Van Trips are very popular, and we want as many people as possible to have the opportunity to participate. During the first week of registration, you can sign up for up to three trips. After the first week, you can sign up for additional trips if space is available.
| Name | Description | Location | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meet Us There | Meet the group at a designated location for a fun local outing. | Varies | Check availability |
| Van Trips | Travel with the group for the day on a 15-passenger van. | East Portland Community Center | Check availability |