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1618 South Broadway, New Ulm, MN 56073
Recreational opportunities are available for people with disabilities. The program offers opportunities for:
  • Community integration
  • Development of Peer Counseling relationships
  • Volunteer involvement
4115 26th Street NW , Suite 103, Rochester, MN 55901
The program builds bridges, allowing those living with a disability access to activities and events they would not normally have. Program developers create a calendar of activities that provide social, physical, and mental benefits for all ages, levels of disability, and their families/caregivers. The Inclusive Community Program also advocates for
  • Accessibility rights
  • Education assistance for students living with a disability
  • Inclusive community areas
This program also manages the fundraising events for UCP of Central MN. These events bring those with disabilities together with family and community members to raise funds for UCP programs. ?Inclusive Community Program activities can include:
  • Annual Halloween party
  • Art camps
  • Educational programs
  • Super Strikers bowling league
15180 Canada Avenue, Rosemount, MN 55068
Offers a variety of activities, classes, and events specifically designed for adults with disabilities including:
  • Arts and crafts
  • Cooking classes
  • Community dances
  • Events around the twin cities: Includes sporting events, river boat cruises, theater outings, and more
  • Health and wellness
  • Music and sing-alongs
  • Recreational sports: Includes bowling, fishing, swimming, and more
  • Socializing opportunities
33 14th Avenue North, Hopkins, MN 55343
Sponsors recreational programs for all ages including senior citizens and persons with disabilities; included are:
  • Adaptive recreation for persons with disabilities
  • Day camps
  • Parks, playgrounds, picnic facilities, family gardens, recreational trails, ice rinks, two swimming beaches (Shady Oak Beach and Libbs Lake Beach), five tennis courts, basketball court, swimming pool, weight machines, free weights, meeting space, hiking trails, biking trails, skate park, canoe rental, sand volleyball, fishing, recreational facilities
  • Youth sports leagues and classes including gymnastics, softball, baseball, basketball, soccer, lacrosse, swimming lessons year round, CPR instruction, land and water aerobics, kick boxing, safety awareness/self defense, ice skating, ice hockey, skateboarding, and in-line skating
125 Monroe Avenue South, Hopkins, MN 55343
Sponsors recreational programs for all ages including senior citizens and persons with disabilities; included are:
  • Adaptive recreation for persons with disabilities
  • Day camps
  • Parks, playgrounds, picnic facilities, family gardens, recreational trails, ice rinks, two swimming beaches (Shady Oak Beach and Libbs Lake Beach), five tennis courts, basketball court, swimming pool, weight machines, free weights, meeting space, hiking trails, biking trails, skate park, canoe rental, sand volleyball, fishing, recreational facilities
  • Youth sports leagues and classes including gymnastics, softball, baseball, basketball, soccer, lacrosse, swimming lessons year round, CPR instruction, land and water aerobics, kick boxing, safety awareness/self defense, ice skating, ice hockey, skateboarding, and in-line skating
1501 Central Parkway, Eagan, MN 55121
  • Preschool programs (creative, recreational, and socialization) for children ages 3 - 5 including basketball, ballet dancing instruction, jazz dancing instruction, track and field, tennis, hiking, musical instrument instruction, and day camps
  • Youth programs for children ages 6 - 12 including field trips, playgrounds with birthday parties, classes, fishing, and special events
  • Teen programs for teens ages 13 - 17 such as field trips and special events
  • Adult sports providing recreational league play for basketball, boot hockey, broomball, flag football, sand volleyball, soccer, softball, volleyball, and wiffleball
  • Senior activities and recreational opportunities including bingo, craft projects, quilting group, book clubs, monthly potlucks and speakers, and field trips
  • Family programs available to help parents and children explore and have fun as a family
  • Banquet and meeting facilities available at Eagan Community Center
  • Group fitness classes, running track, gymnasium, and weight training available at Eagan Community Center
  • Ice hockey and public skating available at Eagan Civic Arena
  • Retreat center available at Moonshine Park 1317 Jurdy Road
  • Cartooning, ceramics, drawing, jewelry making, painting, and sculpting classes at Eagan Art House
  • Fitness facility at Eagan Community Center
  • Accepts passport applications
  • Dog park at Thresher Fields Park 3200 Brochert Lane features open spaces and lake access. The area is fenced in and includes a separate area for smaller dogs.
  • Adapted therapeutic sports programs for children ages 6 - 13 with autism and physical disabilities
  • Cascade Bay Water Park
  • Safety camp for children with information about fire safety, fire prevention, personal safety, and how to play it safe in everyday situations. Other day camps also available.
  • Walking program
7000 Nicollet Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55423
  • Richfield Community Center, 7000 Nicollet Ave South, (612)861-9385
  • Older-adult recreation programs, (612)861-9363
  • Adaptive recreation programs, (612)861-9361
  • Athletic and special programs for all ages, (612)861-9385
  • Park development and administration, (612)861-9395
  • Wood Lake Nature Center, 6710 Lake Shore Drive: Environmental classes and tours, cross-country skiing, (612)861-9365
  • Richfield Ice Arena, 636 East 66th Street, skating, lessons, and hockey, (612)861-9350
  • Wheel Fun Rentals and Mini Golf, 6335 Portland, (612)861-9350
  • Richfield Outdoor Pool, 630 E 66th Street, Open swimming, water slide. Summer only, (612)861-9350
?- Veterans Memorial Park Picnic Shelter, 6335 Portland, rent for picnics/events, (612)861-9350
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430-2199
Youth Recreation Center: Located on the grounds of Brooklyn Center High School, 6500 Humboldt Avenue North, Brooklyn Center, MN. Open gym hours: Thursdays, 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm.
  • Aerobic/fitness classes and yoga
  • Community center with potter wheels and a kiln, art gallery, snack bar, and game room
  • Exercise room and sauna
  • Gymnastics
  • Nine hole par three golf course
  • Outdoor walking trail
  • Social Groups: Leisure Time, Men's Drop-in, Friendship Quilters and Women's Club, (763)569-3405
  • Special recreational activities for children, teens, adults, seniors, and persons with disabilities
  • Swimming pool, wading pool, and indoor water slide
  • Swimming Lessons
25 West 4th Street, Suite 400, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Offers a full range of recreational and sports activities year-round at neighborhood recreation centers. Activities vary by center and include:
  • Adaptive Recreation Program for persons with mental and physical disabilities
  • Arts and craft classes
  • Basketball courts
  • Community based preschool
  • Computer lab for public use
  • Golf courses
  • Gymnasium
  • Meeting space
  • Playgrounds
  • Team sports
  • Skate park
  • Skating rinks
  • Skiing
  • Special interest day camps
  • Swimming pools and beaches
  • Youth recreation, education and personal developement activities
900 Harrington Street SW, Hutchinson, MN 55350
  • Youth activities such as gymnastics, soccer, skiing, outdoor skating, baseball, batting cage, computer skills, Tae Kwon Do, study skills instruction, and first aid
  • Swimming lessons, water aerobics, Aquacise, Swimnastics, lifeguard instruction, swim club, lab pool, and open swimming
  • Safety classes for motorcycles and mopeds
  • Defensive driving for seniors
  • Various craft and hobby instruction
  • Health and fitness activities such as dance classes, yoga for adults, Tae Kwon Do for adults, health education classes, and beginners golf
  • Business and finance classes such as planning for retirement, estate planning, and security classes
  • Adaptive recreation
14509 Minnetonka Drive, Minnetonka, MN 55345
Sponsors recreational programs for all ages including senior citizens and persons with disabilities; included are:
  • Adaptive recreation for persons with disabilities
  • Day camps
  • Parks, playgrounds, picnic facilities, family gardens, recreational trails, ice rinks, two swimming beaches (Shady Oak Beach and Libbs Lake Beach), five tennis courts, basketball court, swimming pool, weight machines, free weights, meeting space, hiking trails, biking trails, skate park, canoe rental, sand volleyball, fishing, recreational facilities
  • Youth sports leagues and classes including gymnastics, softball, baseball, basketball, soccer, lacrosse, swimming lessons year round, CPR instruction, land and water aerobics, kick boxing, safety awareness/self defense, ice skating, ice hockey, skateboarding, and in-line skating
3981 Lexington Avenue South, Eagan, MN 55123
  • Preschool programs (creative, recreational, and socialization) for children ages 3 - 5 including basketball, ballet dancing instruction, jazz dancing instruction, track and field, tennis, hiking, musical instrument instruction, and day camps
  • Youth programs for children ages 6 - 12 including field trips, playgrounds with birthday parties, classes, fishing, and special events
  • Teen programs for teens ages 13 - 17 such as field trips and special events
  • Adult sports providing recreational league play for basketball, boot hockey, broomball, flag football, sand volleyball, soccer, softball, volleyball, and wiffleball
  • Senior activities and recreational opportunities including bingo, craft projects, quilting group, book clubs, monthly potlucks and speakers, and field trips
  • Family programs available to help parents and children explore and have fun as a family
  • Banquet and meeting facilities available at Eagan Community Center
  • Group fitness classes, running track, gymnasium, and weight training available at Eagan Community Center
  • Ice hockey and public skating available at Eagan Civic Arena
  • Retreat center available at Moonshine Park 1317 Jurdy Road
  • Cartooning, ceramics, drawing, jewelry making, painting, and sculpting classes at Eagan Art House
  • Fitness facility at Eagan Community Center
  • Accepts passport applications
  • Dog park at Thresher Fields Park 3200 Brochert Lane features open spaces and lake access. The area is fenced in and includes a separate area for smaller dogs.
  • Adapted therapeutic sports programs for children ages 6 - 13 with autism and physical disabilities
  • Cascade Bay Water Park
  • Safety camp for children with information about fire safety, fire prevention, personal safety, and how to play it safe in everyday situations. Other day camps also available.
  • Walking program
8046 83rd Street NW, Maple Lake, MN 55358
Residential overnight camps for children and adults of all abilities Camp activities include:
  • Arts and crafts
  • Camping experiences that enhance independence and self-esteem for children and adults with disabilities
  • Gymnasium, indoor pool, indoor bouldering (climbing) wall, and fully accessible challenge ropes course
  • Nature buildings
  • Network of hiking trails
  • Outdoor shooting ranges
  • Recreation halls
  • Therapeutic horseback riding program includes adaptive riding, hippotherapy, and horsemanship experiences catered to participants' abilities and needs
Programs catering to:
  • Developmentally disabled, such as individuals with Down syndrome or autism
  • Learning disabled, such as individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or non-verbal learning disabilities.
  • Physically disabled, such as individuals with cerebral palsy or seizure disorder
709 South Front Street, Suite 7, Mankato, MN 56001
Recreational opportunities are available for people with disabilities. The program offers opportunities for:
  • Community integration
  • Development of Peer Counseling relationships
  • Volunteer involvement
10509 108th Street NW, Annandale, MN 55302
Residential overnight camps for children and adults of all abilities Camp activities include:
  • Arts and crafts
  • Camping experiences that enhance independence and self-esteem for children and adults with disabilities
  • Gymnasium, indoor pool, indoor bouldering (climbing) wall, and fully accessible challenge ropes course
  • Nature buildings
  • Network of hiking trails
  • Outdoor shooting ranges
  • Recreation halls
  • Therapeutic horseback riding program includes adaptive riding, hippotherapy, and horsemanship experiences catered to participants' abilities and needs
Programs catering to:
  • Developmentally disabled, such as individuals with Down syndrome or autism
  • Learning disabled, such as individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or non-verbal learning disabilities.
  • Physically disabled, such as individuals with cerebral palsy or seizure disorder
710 17th Street SW, Faribault, MN 55021
Helps people develop skills and knowledge to improve their lives and communities. Offers a variety of programs for learners of all ages. Class offerings include adult education, driver's education, facility rental, and adaptive classes and activities for adults living with disabilities ages 18 or older, from cooking and crafts to bingo and music.
3401 Williston Road, Minnetonka, MN 55345
Sponsors recreational programs for all ages including senior citizens and persons with disabilities; included are:
  • Adaptive recreation for persons with disabilities
  • Day camps
  • Parks, playgrounds, picnic facilities, family gardens, recreational trails, ice rinks, two swimming beaches (Shady Oak Beach and Libbs Lake Beach), five tennis courts, basketball court, swimming pool, weight machines, free weights, meeting space, hiking trails, biking trails, skate park, canoe rental, sand volleyball, fishing, recreational facilities
  • Youth sports leagues and classes including gymnastics, softball, baseball, basketball, soccer, lacrosse, swimming lessons year round, CPR instruction, land and water aerobics, kick boxing, safety awareness/self defense, ice skating, ice hockey, skateboarding, and in-line skating
318 3rd Street NW, East Grand Forks, MN 56721
Advocacy Services:
  • The center advocates in areas of civil and human rights, employment/disability benefits, housing, transportation, and on the state, local, and federal levels
Equipment Loaner Closet:
  • Loans a range of home medical equipment including wheelchairs, walkers, power chairs, canes, transfer benches, raised toilet seats, and more. Equipment are available on a first come first served basis and will hold equipment for a 24-hour period.
  • Swap Shop: A self-directed equipment listing available for persons shopping/looking for used equipment.
Information and Referral:
  • Up-to-date disability information and referrals to various agencies and individuals within the region
  • Other Services: Includes disability benefits application assistance, housing assistance, emergency disaster preparedness plan, and more
Nursing Facility Transition:
  • Assist individuals living with a disability to identify in transition from nursing facilities and other institutions into community settings with the goal of preventing institutionalization
Peer Support:
  • Assists individuals living with a disability to identify goals and work to create a unique plan to achieve those goals
  • Match interested consumers with a peer mentor who provides support, problem-solving, social skills, and more
Personal Assistance:
  • Offer skills instruction curriculum for individuals living with a disability the fundamentals of managing their personal attendant care including how to hire, manage, and more
Recreational Groups:
  • Holds various events for individuals with a disability or a health condition to meet and socialize with others through dances, parties, picnics, and outings
Staying and Aging in Place/Accessibility Assistance:
  • Offers accessible modification assistance and accessibility assessments for homes and businesses for safe access and increased independence in people's homes and businesses
Support Groups:
  • Various support groups are available to individuals who want learn more about their particular disability, wanting peer support, or first-hand information on how to manage their disability. Some support groups are directly coordinated by Options and others are independent.
Youth Transition Services:
  • Assist youth ages 14 - 22 years who are transitioning from high school into the next phase of their life with learning the skills necessary and acquiring the resources needed to be successful
What's Here
Offers community sports (adaptive recreation equipment rentals and demos) and recreational activities. Recreational activities for persons who are vision impaired or have physical disabilities for persons of all ages in the Twin Cities area and Duluth. A comprehensive list of activities can be found on the CK Active website (https://hnd-p-ols.spectrumng.net/couragekenny/Members/PR/Programcategories.aspx?isKiosk=False&pname=Classes+%26+Activities&pid=PRG%2c0). Activities include:
  • Alpine ski and snowboard
  • Archery
  • Basketball - adult and junior levels
  • Curling
  • Cycling
  • Fitness (free weights and gym time)
  • Golf
  • Martial arts
-Pickleball
  • Power soccer
  • Rock climbing
  • Swimming
  • Track and field
  • Water skiing
  • Wheelchair rugby
  • Wheelchair softball - adult and junior levels
?This program is volunteer driven and is always looking for volunteers with specific program or office skills. ? Click here to find the closest location: https://hnd-p-ols.spectrumng.net/couragekenny/Members/PR/Programcategories.aspx?isKiosk=False&pname=Classes+%26+Activities&pid=PRG%2c0
600 North German Street, New Ulm, MN 56073
Offers weekly activities such as dances, crafts, sports, movies, bingo, fitness program, speakers, and tours
2575 West 88th Street, Bloomington, MN 55431
Links professionals, families, and adults with disabilities to Community Education, and provides individualized services to enable adults with disabilities to participate in regular or mainstream community education programs. Class offerings include arts and crafts, board game nights, cooking lessons, exercise classes, fraud and scam prevention courses, music lessons, sports and recreation, volunteer opportunities at The Arc Village store in Bloomington, and more.
7291 County Road 6 SW, Stewartville, MN 55976
Guests connect with horses with guidance from an Equine team through:
  • Adult and Family Programs: Grandparent and Grandchild Day Camp; Mother and Daughter Equestrian Retreat; Women's Equestrian Retreat
  • Cognitive Challenges Programs: Weekend and day retreats for families with cognitive disabilities. Connecting with God and others through outdoor activities, music, arts and crafts, and therapeutic horse activities
  • Equine Activities: Adaptive rides, birthday parties, foster/sponsor a horse, lessons, pony rides, scenic trail rides, sleigh rides, troop badge work, and wagon rides
  • Military Programs: Disabled Veterans Turkey Hunt, Families of the Fallen retreats, family residential camps, and marriage retreats
  • Physical Challenges Programs: Wheelchair residential camps for adults and youth with family with sport-themed activities
  • Horse Day Camps for youth: Day campers get firsthand experience with games, grooming, outdoor scenic trail riding, saddling, and western riding. Campers learn how horses think and how horses can teach the camper.
Other activities:
  • Animal farm
  • Basketball court
  • Broomball
  • Camp fire
  • Fishing
  • Ga-ga ball (dodgeball)
  • Hiking and snowshoes trails
  • Horseshoes
  • Lawn games
  • Recreation field
  • Scavenger hunts
  • Swimming pool
  • Tennis courts
Facility rentals available for meetings, retreats, and team building.
14350 Excelsior Boulevard, Minnetonka, MN 55345
Sponsors recreational programs for all ages including senior citizens and persons with disabilities; included are:
  • Adaptive recreation for persons with disabilities
  • Day camps
  • Parks, playgrounds, picnic facilities, family gardens, recreational trails, ice rinks, two swimming beaches (Shady Oak Beach and Libbs Lake Beach), five tennis courts, basketball court, swimming pool, weight machines, free weights, meeting space, hiking trails, biking trails, skate park, canoe rental, sand volleyball, fishing, recreational facilities
  • Youth sports leagues and classes including gymnastics, softball, baseball, basketball, soccer, lacrosse, swimming lessons year round, CPR instruction, land and water aerobics, kick boxing, safety awareness/self defense, ice skating, ice hockey, skateboarding, and in-line skating
1360 Civic Center Drive, Eagan, MN 55122
  • Preschool programs (creative, recreational, and socialization) for children ages 3 - 5 including basketball, ballet dancing instruction, jazz dancing instruction, track and field, tennis, hiking, musical instrument instruction, and day camps
  • Youth programs for children ages 6 - 12 including field trips, playgrounds with birthday parties, classes, fishing, and special events
  • Teen programs for teens ages 13 - 17 such as field trips and special events
  • Adult sports providing recreational league play for basketball, boot hockey, broomball, flag football, sand volleyball, soccer, softball, volleyball, and wiffleball
  • Senior activities and recreational opportunities including bingo, craft projects, quilting group, book clubs, monthly potlucks and speakers, and field trips
  • Family programs available to help parents and children explore and have fun as a family
  • Banquet and meeting facilities available at Eagan Community Center
  • Group fitness classes, running track, gymnasium, and weight training available at Eagan Community Center
  • Ice hockey and public skating available at Eagan Civic Arena
  • Retreat center available at Moonshine Park 1317 Jurdy Road
  • Cartooning, ceramics, drawing, jewelry making, painting, and sculpting classes at Eagan Art House
  • Fitness facility at Eagan Community Center
  • Accepts passport applications
  • Dog park at Thresher Fields Park 3200 Brochert Lane features open spaces and lake access. The area is fenced in and includes a separate area for smaller dogs.
  • Adapted therapeutic sports programs for children ages 6 - 13 with autism and physical disabilities
  • Cascade Bay Water Park
  • Safety camp for children with information about fire safety, fire prevention, personal safety, and how to play it safe in everyday situations. Other day camps also available.
  • Walking program
301 Downtown Plaza, Suite 3, Fairmont, MN 56031
Recreational opportunities are available for people with disabilities. The program offers opportunities for:
  • Community integration
  • Development of Peer Counseling relationships
  • Volunteer involvement