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Special Needs Recreation provides activities and special assistance to individuals with intellectual disabilities. Call 310.618.2934 for further information.


Activities & Programs

Special Needs After School Programs 

S.T.A.R. (Sharing Togetherness and Recreation)
An afterschool program for youth and teens with intellectual disabilities, STAR provides a wide variety of recreational activities. Held at McMaster Park, 3624 Artesia Boulevard, Mondays through Fridays from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm, the program runs from September through July. Monthly fee is $118 for residents and $140 for non-residents. Enrollment is limited.

P.A.L.S. (People Actively Learning and Sharing)
A social club for teens and adults with intellectual disabilities, that offers monthly dances, excursions, social activities, quarterly newsletter and more!
Annual membership is $12.

Special Olympics/Special Needs Sports
A year-round sports training program for youth (aged 8 and older) and adults with intellectual disabilities. Weekly practice locations vary and competitions are held throughout Southern California. Sports include track and field, basketball, tennis, softball, soccer, bocce, cycling and snowshoeing.
Registration is required.