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Adaptive Recreation and Sports provides activities and special assistance to individuals 12 and over with intellectual disabilities.
For more information on all of our programs, call 310.618.2934 or email Charlene Walker, Program Coordinator, at CWalker@TorranceCA.GOV
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To register for this program print and mail in the Special Needs Recreation Registration Form.
MONTHLY NEWSLETTERS AND SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES
- January 2024
- February 2024
- March 2024
- April 2024
- May 2024
- June 2024
- July 2024
- August 2024
- September 2024
ACTIVITIES & PROGRAMS
PALS (People Actively Learning and Sharing)
A social club for individuals 12 and over with intellectual disabilities that offers social activities, a monthly newsletter, and more! Some of the social activities include; Bingo night, beach walks, dinner and shopping, and movie nights. The annual fee (January-December) is $20 for Torrance residents and $25 for non-residents. The PALS membership fee includes the Adaptive Sports Program.
Adaptive Sports
This is an integrated year-round sports program for youth (aged 12 and older) and adults with intellectual disabilities. Weekly practice locations vary and competitions are held throughout Southern California. Seasonal sports include basketball, bocce, bowling, swim, soccer and softball. The annual fee includes the PALS membership and must be paid prior to participation.
Special Olympics Sports
This is a competitive sports and training program for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Sports are offered on a seasonal basis. Registration occurs in January and August. Special Olympics registration and medical releases are required prior to participation. Weekly practice locations will vary and competitions are held throughout Southern California. www.sosc.org to learn more Special Olympics.
Spring JANUARY -MAY |
Summer JUNE - AUGUST
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Fall SEPTEMBER -NOVEMBER |
Special Olympics Basketball |
PALS Pickleball Clinics |
Special Olympics Soccer |
Special Olympics Swim |
PALS Swim |
Special Olympics Softball |
PALS Pickleball Clinics |
PALS Bocce |
PALS Swim |
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PALS Pickleball Clinics |
Would you like to share your talents and become a volunteer coach? Please, visit our website and register here.
Lap Swim
Victor E. Benstead Plunge
3331 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90503
Reservations Required
Bocce
Columbia Park
4045 190th St
Torrance, CA 90505
Softball
Columbia Park
4045 190th St
Torrance, CA 90505
Soccer
Walteria Park
3855 W. 242nd St
Torrance, CA 90505
Check out our Fall 2024 Seasons Guide for upcoming classes and events!
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City of Torrance Community Services Department • RECREATION DIVISION• 3031 Torrance Boulevard