Adult Programs
City Wide Adapted Sports, Social Recreation, and Mental Health Programs
Social Recreation Programs
Simply Cooking
This introductory course for adults with developmental disabilities covers basic kitchen safety, basic menu planning, shopping and preparing simple dishes. Menus will include breakfast foods, lunch, simple dinners, and deserts. Class includes lecture, observation of multi dish meal preparation, followed by student hands on preparation and service of one dish. Students will receive instructional materials to take home each week. Class is conducted in a teaching kitchen which utilizes gas burners. Staffing ratio is 4:1.
Location: Almaden Community Center Instructor: Vicari
Monthly Social
Come join adults with different types of disabilities for a movie, bingo, coffee or other social events. Sure to be a fun night for all! Participants must be able to attend with minimal assistance from staff or should bring an attendant. The first Tuesday of each month.
Location: Mayfair Community Center
Hip Hop Dance
Come learn some hip hop dance moves and get some exercise! This class will have great music, a great instructor, and great friends. Staff will be on hand to assit individuals who need extra help.
Location: Mayfair Community Center
Leisure Club
This club is a leisure education program designed to develop leisure awareness interests and social skills for individuals with developmental disabilities. Activities include crafts, games, music and special events. Individuals must be able to understand simple directions and require minimal supervision. Snacks will be provided each week. Staff ratio is approximately 1 staff to every 4 participants.
Location: Alum Rock Youth Center, Mayfair Community Center, and Camden Community Center
Around the Town Club
This social club utilizes community trips as a means to improve socialization, leisure awareness and independent living skills. Community trips and events include movies, bowling, bocce ball, dinner, shopping, etc. Members must be able to participate with minimal assistance. Snacks may be provided on some nights. The group meets the first night of each eight week session to decide on what activities and events they would like to do at each session. Staff ratio is approximately 1 staff to every 6 participants. Transportation is not provided.
Adapted Bowling
This bowling class is designed for individuals with disabilities ages 11 years and older. Sportsmanship teamwork, and individual skills are taught for all levels of bowlers. Staff ratio is approximately 1staff to every 10 participants.
Location: 300 San Jose (formerly Oakridge Lanes)
Cooperative Dances
These dances for individuals with disabilities ages 13 and up are co-sponsored and hosted by the Therapeutic Recreation programs of the cities of San Jose, Santa Clara, Sunnyvale and Cupertino. Registration is accepted at the door only. Please call 408-369-6446 for more information .
Computer Class
This computer class is for people with disabilities ages 15 and up wgho would like to learn simple computer programs. We will discuss internet and e-mail safety, use of Microsoft Word, tips on searching the internet, and other features. Class is limited to 10 participants.
Location: Mayfair Community Center
Walking Club
Come join us at the beautiful Mayfair Community Center for a nice walk or roll through the park and neighborhood. We will be meeting in the center for a short warm up and stretch and then venturing out for a 30 to 40 minute walk. Come get some exercise and make some new friends.
Location: Mayfair Community Center
Yoga
This yoga class is designed for people with disabilities who are new to yoga. The class concentrates on balancing the body, mind, and spirit in a steady and comfortable manner. Postures will enhance core strength, flexibility, and muscle tone and body awareness. All levels are welcome. Wear loose clothing and bare feet. Students need to bring a mat and water bottle to class.
Location: Mayfair Community Center
Adapted Sports
Wheelchair Basketball
The wheelchair basketball program is open to persons with physical disabilities who are experienced or are interested in learning this fast paced, aerobic and competitive sport. The “Pacific Spartans” team is designed for adults who use manual wheelchairs and wish to participate in competitive play. Team membership is not mandatory for participation. Tournament opportunities are available. www.nwba.org
Location: Camden Community Center
Wheelchair Tennis
The “South Bay Smash” tennis team is open to individuals with physical disabilities of all ages and skill levels. Drills and technique of the game are reviewed during practices and competitive play is available through tournament opportunities. www.southbaysmash.com
Location: Wallenberg Park
Powersoccer
Join the “San Jose Steamrollers” in the electrifying and growing sport of powersoccer. Practices focus on basic skills, strategy, ball control, and teamwork. Opportunities to participate in tournaments are available. Open to persons using power wheelchairs. www.sanjosesteamrollers.com
Location: Alviso Youth Center
Adapted Golf
This seasonal program, co-sponsored by the City of San José and Community Hospital-Los Gatos, is for persons with physical disabilities and offers instruction in adapted golf. Components of the program include stroke analysis, chipping, pitching, putting, and golf basics. Food may be provided at an end of session special event. For more information contact: Dominique Pacolba, Therapeutic Specialist, at 408-369-6435 or via e-mail.
Location: Los Lagos Golf Course
Adapted Fitness
Adapted Fitness
This program, for persons with physical disabilities, is designed to improve cardiovascular health and endurance, increase muscular strength and toning, and refine flexibility and range of motion.
Location: Camden Community Center
Introduction to Fitness for persons with cognitive disabilities
Come check out the Roosevelt Fitness Center and learn how to use the equipment to stay in shape! Staff will be there to assist you. There are treadmills, exercise bikes, weight machines, and much more. This class is especially designed for adults with cognitive disabilities.
Location: Roosevelt Fitness Center