2011
Houston Area
Activities for Children
with Special Needs
This is a comprehensive list of year-round activities for children and individuals with special
needs in the surrounding Houston areas. It also includes a section of annual events and
summer camps. It is not guaranteed that the organizations or activities listed below are
current or accurate. There is no affiliation between any company or organization listed below
and The Care Group or Reach Therapy Center. This list is to be used as a resource guide.
Please contact us if you would like to add an activity or organization to this list.
Reach Therapy Center, an affiliate of The Care Group
4100 North Sam Houston Pkwy West Ste. 240
Phone: (713) 383-2100
Fax: (713) 383-2114
Activities for Children with Special Needs
October 26, 2011
Table of Contents
YEAR-ROUND ACTIVITIES....................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Aquatics................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 3
Crafts ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Dance/ Gymnastics/ Cheer .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Horseback Riding .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Martial Arts/ Yoga ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Music .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Other ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 10
Parks & Play ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 11
Preschool ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 13
Respite ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 13
Social .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 14
Sports .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 14
ANNUAL ACTIVITIES ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 18
SUMMER ACTIVITIES ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
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Activities for Children with Special Needs
October 26, 2011
YEAR-ROUND ACTIVITIES
Name
AQUATICS
Adapted
Aquatic
Briar Club
Special
Olympics
Swim Team
Heart of
Sailing
Houston
Parks &
Recreation
Department
Pearland
Swim
Academy
Location
Cost
Evelyn
Rubenstein
Jewish
Community
Center
5601 S.
Braeswood
Houston, TX
77096-3907
2603
Timmons Ln.
Houston, TX
77027
Galveston
Bay
$350.00 for
10
sessions;
$200 for 5
sessions
Varies
N/A
N/A
FREE
MMSC
1475 West
Gray
Houston, TX
77019
2503 Cullen
Pkwy.
Pearland, TX
77584
FREE (for
exercise)
Varies- can call
to schedule
your day
sailing. (2 hrs
long)
MondayFriday 8 a.m.-4
p.m.
$25
registration
fee. Varies
from $60810 for 224 weeks.
When
N/A
Description
Youth, teens, and adults who require
individualized swim instruction and/or
adaptive equipment to be successful in
the water. Lessons are customized for
each student to teach water safety,
functional and recreational swimming
skills with the ultimate goal of
progressing through the American Red
Cross Learn To Swim Levels.
N/A
Contact Info.
Tonya Hall
thall@erjcchouston.org or 713-729-3200 ext.
3290.
www.erjcchouston.org
(register online)
Contact Eddie(713) 622-3667 or Gina (832) 2743994
www.thebriarclub.com
Recreational therapy for children and
adults with developmental disabilities.
www.heartofsailing.org
812-935-SAIL
For children & adults with physical
disabilities: Adaptive Aquatics, Aquatic
Fitness Classes.
713-284-1973
http://www.houstontx.gov/parks/adaptivesports
.html
Coaches experienced in working with
special needs children. They offer
private and maintenance lessons.
281-586-4499
www.pearlandswimacademy.com
info@iswimpsa.com
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Activities for Children with Special Needs
S.N.A.P.
SPARK Pool
Activities
Texas
Adaptive
Aquatics
4433
Cartwright
Road
Missouri
City, TX
77459
1475 West
Gray
77019
Adaptive
Rec. Center
103 Page Ln
Huffman TX
77336
October 26, 2011
$30-$100
for 2 mo.
session
Saturdays 1111:45 p.m.
Swim lessons for ages 3 and older with
special needs.
www.houstonymca.org/fortbend-family
FREE
Second
Saturday of
each month
from 10 a.m.-2
p.m.
Skiing is 10
a.m.-5 p.m.
Others vary.
Children and young adults with multiple
disabilities. Open swim time.
Rosario at 832-230-5486
http://www.houstontx.gov/parks/adaptivesports
.html
People ages 5 & up with physical and/or
mental disabilities to participate in
water skiing, sailing, kayaking, and
hunting.
281-324-4653
http://www.taasports.org/
Saturdays 10
a.m.-2 p.m. (on
variety of
Saturdays)
Ages 3-14: Day of arts & crafts,
activities, and respite for families
(siblings welcome)
Easter Seals Disability Services
www.eastersealshouston.org
Montgomery: Kristie Carlisle 936.760.4179 ext.
472
Houston: Erin Siaotong 713.838.9050 ext. 357
Saturday
Mornings
during the
school year
9:30 a.m.- ages
3-6
10:30 a.m.ages 13-19
11:30 a.m.ages 7-12
Students are introduced to a wide range
of art materials and projects inspired by
different art movements and styles.
info@theriver.org
www.theriver.org
(713) 521-2358
SeptemberMay
Weekly dance classes, community
performances, annual recital
Leah McGee
(979) 480-9311
FREE
ART & CRAFTS
Family Day
Out
The River
Art Studio
Montgomer
y County,
Houston,
Cypress,
Deer Park,
Katy, Spring
1475 West
Gray
Houston
77019
$115/Clas
s + $25
registratio
n fee
(Financial
Aid
available
through
applicatio
n)
DANCE/CHEER/GYMNASTICS
A Chance to
Dance
610 Willow
Drive Lake
$20.00
per month
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Activities for Children with Special Needs
Challenger
Cheerleaders
Dance
Gymnastic
Superstars
SOAR
Adaptive
Gymnastics
Texas Cheer
Champions
“Texas
Lonestars”
The River
Dance Studio
Jackson, TX
77566
4444
Richmond
Houston, TX
77027
4500
Bissonnet
St, Bellaire,
TX 77401
Evelyn
Rubenstein
Jewish
Community
Center
5601 S.
Braeswood
Houston, TX
77096-3907
K2 Academy
of Kids
Sports
12603
Louetta
Road
Cypress, Tx
77429
6825 Theall
Houston, TX
77066
1475 West
Gray
Houston
77019
October 26, 2011
(Aid
available)
N/A
Saturday a.m.
N/A
N/A
cptemps@aol.com
www.challengerfootball.org
FREE
1st and 3rd
Monday at 2:30
& 3:15 p.m.
www.eastersealshouston.org
celery@eastersealhouston.org
Christine Ellery 713-838-9050
$240/m or
$260/p
for 16
sessions
Sundays 1-1:45
(7-13 y/o)
Sundays 1:452:30
(3-6 y/o)
Dance classes get kids moving, while
incorporating exercise, therapy,
socialization, and a whole lot of fun for
the participants.
For ages 3-6; 7-13
$5
1st Saturday of
the month from
10a.m.-12p.m.
For children with disabilities.
Regular
practices on
Saturdays at 10
a.m.
Saturday
Mornings
during the
school year
9:30 a.m.- ages
7-12
Special needs team for ages 7-adult.
Attend 5-7 competitions per year, some
judged and some exhibition.
281-444-0334
www.texascheer.com
mandy.green@comcast.com
Students will explore axial and
locomotor movements through
choreography and improvisation.
info@theriver.org
www.theriver.org
(713) 521-2358
FREE
$115/Clas
s + $25
registratio
n fee
(Financial
Aid applic-
www.achancetodancelj.org
Leslie Holmes lholmes@erjcchouston.org or
713-729-3200
ext. 3250.
www.erjcchouston.org
281-655-7272
frontoffice@k2academy.com
www.k2academy.com
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Activities for Children with Special Needs
HORSEBACK RIDING
6115 Greens
Dream
Rd.
Catcher
Houston,
TX
Stables
October 26, 2011
ation
available)
10:30 a.m.ages 3-6
$10/mont
h
Independent
Riders at 9
a.m.;
Dependent
riders at 10
a.m. and 11
a.m. (Usually
Saturday and
Sundays)
Tuesdays: 9:00
AM - 7:30 PM
Thursdays: 9:00
AM - 5:30 PM
Fridays: 9:00
AM - 3:15 PM
77032
“Therapeutic Riding”. They provide
a place where people, ages 5 & up,
with disabilities can be equally
capable and successful through
interaction with horses. Offers a
therapeutic riding program for
persons with disabilities. May
qualify for competitions at age 8.
www.dreamcatcherstables.org
Sanna at 281-216-3494
getinvolved@dreamcatcherstables.org
The Mission of JoyRide Center is to
help people with
different abilities find more joy in
life through
equine-assisted activities and
therapies. Hippotherapy (45
minutes) and Education (75
minutes).
Offers Autism Program and
Hippotherapy.
http://www.joyridecenter.org/
(281) 356-5900
Becky Shoff at bshoff@joyridecenter.org
Joy Ride
Therapeutic
Horsemansh
ip Program
29550 Tudor
Way,
Magnolia,
TX 77355
N/A
Morning
Glory Ranch
Education &
Equine
Facility
Panther
Creek
Inspiration
Ranch
Ride On, Inc.
31514
Charter Ln.
Waller, TX
77484
$45
orientatio
n fee
$40/lesso
n
Individual
lessons are 35
minutes
25902 Glen
Loch Dr.
Spring, TX
77380
N/A
Varies
Therapeutic Riding, Hippotherapy,
equine therapy, and equine
learning.
Linda Darnell 713-302-3640
www.pciranch.org
linda@pciranch.org
Café Loco
Farm 2221
WinnerFoster Road
Richmond,
TX 77469
FREE
(donation
accepted)
Wed. 9:30 a.m.12:30 p.m.
Hippotherapy for ages 19 mos. to 5
years under the supervision of a
licensed PT.
Hana May Brown
281-342-7273
morningglory@sbcglobal.net
www.morninggloryranch.org
936-372-2212 (Kim Mack)
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Activities for Children with Special Needs
Sam Houston
Equestrian
Center
Special
Needs Riding
S.I.R.E
Therapeutic
Equestrian
Center
October 26, 2011
13551 Lew
Briggs Rd
Houston, TX
77047
$45.00$325.00
(By hour
or by
month)
Lessons by
appointment
only.
No age limit. Horse riding lessons
are open to individuals who are
differently-abled, physically,
mentally, and emotionally.
713-443-7669
info@hermannparkstables.com
www.LearnHorse.com
24161
Spring Drive
Hockley, TX
77477
$50
registratio
n fee
8 week
session
for
$55/week
(Reduced
Tuition
available)
$50
registratio
n fee
8 week
session
for
$55/week
(Reduced
Tuition
available)
$50
registratio
n fee
8 week
session
for
$55/week
(Reduced
Tuition
available)
Group class =
45 mins.
Individual class
= 30 mins.
Hippotherapy, horseback riding
skills, vaulting, and groundwork.
Competitions available for some
clients. NARHA registered.
Joelle M. Devlin
281-356-7588 (Hockley)
programdirector@sire-htec.org
http://sire-htec.org
Group class =
45 mins.
Individual class
= 30 mins.
Hippotherapy, horseback riding
skills, vaulting, and groundwork.
Competitions available for some
clients. NARHA registered.
Joelle M. Devlin
281-778-0202
programdirector@sire-htec.org
http://sire-htec.org
Group class =
45 mins.
Individual class
= 30 mins.
Hippotherapy, horseback riding
skills, vaulting, and groundwork.
Competitions available for some
clients. NARHA registered.
Joelle M. Devlin
281-353-6160
programdirector@sire-htec.org
http://sire-htec.org
S.I.R.E
Therapeutic
Equestrian
Center- Fort
Bend Sienna
Stables
8255 Camp
Sienna Trail
Missouri
City, TX
77459
S.I.R.E
Therapeutic
Equestrian
Center
4610
Sloangate
Spring, TX
77373
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Activities for Children with Special Needs
Southern
Breeze
Equestrian
Center
3801 FM
521 Fresno,
TX 77545
Special
CHEERS
12570 Clay
Rd Houston,
TX 77041
2100
Preston St.
Richmond,
TX 774691499
Therapeutic
Riding
Center
$35.00/m
onth;
Registrati
on fee
$20
October 26, 2011
30 min. lesson
Offers a therapeutic riding program
for persons with disabilities.
Hippotherapy. NARHA registered.
Participates in the Horse Show and
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
annually.
Therapeutic riding.
N/A
N/A
Program is for people with
disabilities ages 4-64 years . They
offer residents equine and petassisted activities
FREE
1st 3 Fridays of
each month
from 9:30-11
a.m.
Ages 16 and older. Modifies
traditional Kundalini yoga where
classes consist of seated, standing,
and floor postures with meditation
and creative visualization.
Samurai class for those with
physical, emotional, or
developmental disabilities. For
ages 6-adults.
281-431-4868
www.sbreeze.com
cstrobel@sbreeze.com
specialcheers@yahoo.com
www.specialcheers.com
281-344-4442
www.dads.state.tx.us/services/stateschools/Richmon
d/index.html
jesse.gonzales@dads.state.tx.us
MARTIAL ARTS & YOGA
Adaptive Yoga
All-Star
Martial ArtsInspiring
Possibilities
Yoga at UCP
MMSC
1475 W.
Gray
Houston, TX
77019
14405 Telge
Rd.
Cypress,
Texas 77429
4500
Bissonnet
St, Bellaire,
TX 77401
Scholarshi
ps
Available
Monday,
Wednesday,
Friday
FREE
1st and 3rd
Wednesday of
the month. 6:15
p.m.- Parent &
Child. 7:00
p.m.- Advanced
children.
Ages 2-18: Yoga is run by
instructors who are specifically
trained to work with children with
physical and cognitive disabilities.
Students learn breathing
techniques, self-calming strategies,
balance, muscle strengthening and
elongation and much more.
713-284-1973
http://www.houstontx.gov/parks/adaptivesports.htm
l
http://www.allstarma.com
www.inspiringpossibilities.org
Ph: (281) 373-Kick (5425)
Betsy Keane
(713) 838.9050 ext. 309
BKeane@eastersealshouston.org
http://www.eastersealshouston.org/Children/yoga.ht
ml
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Activities for Children with Special Needs
Soo Bahk Du
Moo Duk
Kwan
12240
Murphy Rd.
Ste. J
Stafford, TX
77477
N/A
M-F 6:15-7:15
Sat. 11:3012:30
October 26, 2011
Special needs martial arts program
that improves balance,
coordination, attention, social skills,
self-esteem. All classes
accommodate most kids.
281-983-9901
281-796-9805
Ron Williams
sbdmdk@comcast.net
www.soobahkdukhouston.editme.com
Music Therapy Classes, Group
Sessions, and In-services
http://www.musictherapycenter.org/
info@musictherapycenter.org
713-298-1934/ 713-315-0855
Music therapy helps clients
improve their cognitive functioning
and motor skills by singing, listening
to and moving to music to achieve
treatment goals.
Students will be engaged in song
and rhythmic games designed to
help build their vocalization,
instrumental playing while learning
basic music concepts.
www.eastersealshouston.org
Christine Ellery 713-838-9050
celery@eastersealshouston.org
Students will learn basic keyboard
skills including key recognition
along with knowledge of modern
electronic keyboards. Students will
receive individualized attention
that will allow them to progress at
their own pace.
info@theriver.org
www.theriver.org
(713) 521-2358
MUSIC
The Music
Therapy
Center of
Houston
4820
Caroline St.
Houston, TX
77004
The Music
Therapy
Center of
Houston
Stafford, TX
FREE
Last
Wednesday
of the month
9:30 a.m.
The River
Music &
More
1475 West
Gray
Houston
77019
The River
Explore
Keyboard
1475 West
Gray
Houston
77019
$115/Class +
$25
registration
fee
(Financial
Aid available
through
application)
$115/Class +
$25
registration
fee
(Financial
Aid available
through
application)
Saturday
Mornings
during the
school year
9:30 a.m.ages 13-19
10:30 a.m.ages 7-12
Saturday
Mornings
during the
school year
11:30 a.m.ages 7-19
info@theriver.org
www.theriver.org
(713) 521-2358
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Activities for Children with Special Needs
October 26, 2011
OTHER
Dionysus
Theater
5601
Braeswood
Houston, TX
77096
Greater
Houston Soap
Box Derby
Super Kids
Hockley
Derby Park
28515 Old
Washington
Rd, Hockley,
TX 77447
Free
Registration
9 a.m.-12
p.m. on
select
Saturdays
(races)
Faithful
Paws
4500
Bissonnet
St, Bellaire,
TX 77401
FREE
Second
Tuesday of
the month at
1:30 p.m.
The River
Puppetry &
Pantomine
1475 West
Gray
Houston
77019
The River
Pretend Play
and
Puppetry
1475 West
Gray
Houston
77019
$115/Class +
$25
registration
fee
(Financial
Aid available
through
application)
$115/Class +
$25
registration
fee
(Financial
Aid available
Saturday
Mornings
during the
school year
9:30 a.m.ages 7-12
10:30 a.m.ages 13-19
Saturday
Mornings
during the
school year
11:30 a.m.ages 3-6
Provides theater experience for
teens and young adults who are
disabled, chronically ill, or those
able-bodied actors who want to
help spread messages of love,
dignity, and tolerance for people of
all abilities. Classes and auditions
available.
Super Kids: For children with
disabilities for ages 7-17 who weigh
less than 150 lbs. Dual-control cars
that compete in derby
competitions. Can participate in
National Super Kids Classic. Car,
helmet provided.
Pet Therapy uses dogs specifically
trained to work with individuals
with disabilities. Groom, walk, or
play fetch with these amazing dogs.
Students will engage in creative
play through puppetry and the art
of wordless storytellingpantomime.
Students in this introductory drama
experience are engaged in
imaginative and creative lessons
that combine props, costumes,
puppetry, and dramatic play.
713-728-0041
www.houstonsoapboxderby.org
281-891-3420
ghsbd@hotmail.com
www.ghsbd.org/sk
Betsy Keane
(713) 838.9050 ext. 309
BKeane@eastersealshouston.org
http://eastersealshouston.org/Children/playtherapy.html
info@theriver.org
www.theriver.org
(713) 521-2358
info@theriver.org
www.theriver.org
(713) 521-2358
10
Activities for Children with Special Needs
through
application)
October 26, 2011
years
PARKS & PLAY
Alief Park
Playground
Without
Limits
Bouncin’
Bears Texas
(Special
Needs Night)
Buddy Caruth
Playground
for All
Children
Eastwood
Park CVS
Boundless
Playground
Gymboree
Play & Music
Houston
Parks &
Recreation
11903
Bellaire
Blvd.
Houston, TX
77072
6526 FM
2920
Spring, TX
77379
Hermann
Park
6001 Fannin
Houston, TX
77030
5000
Harrisburg
Blvd. 77011
FREE
Indoor inflatable playland
(281) 257-9696
www.bouncinbearstexas.com
Addresses play opportunity
challenges faced by children with
disabilities. Exceeds ADA
requirements.
Addresses play opportunity
challenges faced by children with
disabilities. Exceeds ADA
requirements.
4500
Bissonnet,
Suite 340
Bellaire, TX
77401
MMSC
1475 West
Gray
3rd Tuesday of
the month: 5-8
p.m.
FREE
Bellaire: 2nd
Tuesday of the
month 9:45
a.m. and 10:30
a.m.
Fourth Tuesday
of the month at
2:45 p.m. and
3:30 p.m.
Stafford: 4th
Wednesday of
the month:
10:00 a.m.
Monday-Friday
8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Betsy Keane
(713) 838.9050 ext. 309
BKeane@eastersealshouston.org
http://eastersealshouston.org/Children/playtherapy.html
For children & adults with physical
disabilities: Goal Ball, Quilting,
Heated Pool, Indoor Gymnasium.
713-284-1973
http://www.houstontx.gov/parks/adaptivesports.htm
l
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Activities for Children with Special Needs
Department
Lindsay/Lyon
s Park
Memorial
Park Vale
Asche
Foundation
Playground
Without
Limits
MMSC
Playground
Without
Limits
Morgan’s
Wonderland
Rotary
Playground
Freedom Park
T.H. Rogers
School
Houston, TX
77019
2310
Atascocita
Humble, TX
77396
6501
Memorial
Dr. Houston,
TX 7707
1475 West
Gray
Houston, TX
77019
5223 David
Edwards
Drive
San Antonio,
Texas 78233
3105 N.
Downing
Angleton, TX
77515
5840 San
Felipe
Houston, TX
77057
October 26, 2011
136 acres with 2 playgrounds.
Addresses play opportunity
challenges faced by children with
disabilities. Exceeds ADA
requirements.
Free for
individual
w/ special
needs;
$10 for
accompan
ying
individual,
$15 for
general
admission
.
MarchDecember Days
and Hours vary
(schedule
online)
Addresses play opportunity
challenges faced by children with
disabilities. Exceeds ADA
requirements.
Ultra-accessible family fun park
with 25 acres of rides.
Playground systems with climbing
walls, slides, rope bridge, accessible
swings.
(210) 637-3434
http://www.morganswonderland.com/
www.angleton.tx/us/rotaryplaygroundpics.cfm
Landscape structures Playbooster
playground.
12
Activities for Children with Special Needs
Tidwell Park
Playground
Without
Limits
9720
Spaulding
Houston, TX
77016
October 26, 2011
Addresses play opportunity
challenges faced by children with
disabilities. Exceeds ADA
requirements.
PRESCHOOL
STARS
Preschool
Program
Evenlyn
Rubsenstein
Jewish
Community
Center
5601 S.
Braeswood
Houston, TX
77096-3907
Monday-Friday
8:30 a.m.-2
p.m.
Ages 2-5 to enable preschool
children with language, social
pragmatic and sensory motor
challenges to attain skills required
for transition into traditional
school. ST, OT, PT components.
Also PE, crafts, aquatics, and music
offered.
Michelle Friedman mfriedman@erjcchouston.org or
713-551-7200
http://www.erjcchouston.org/programs/stars/
Montgomer
y County,
Houston,
Cypress,
Deer Park,
Katy, Spring
Tidwell,
Katy,
Bellaire
K2 Academy
of Kids
Sports
12603
Louetta
Cypress, TX
77429
Saturdays 10
a.m.-2 p.m.
Ages 3-14: Day of arts & crafts,
activities, and respite for families
(siblings welcome)
Easter Seals Disability Services
www.eastersealshouston.org
Montgomery: Kristie Carlisle 936.760.4179 ext. 472
Houston: Erin Siaotong 713.838.9050 ext. 357
Friday nights
Ages 6-10:
Call for
information.
One night per
month from 68:30 p.m.
Snack and drink provided. Siblings
welcome
Easter Seals Disability Services
www.eastersealshouston.org
Houston: Erin Siaotong 713.838.9050 ext. 357
281-655-7272
frontoffice@k2academy.com
RESPITE
Family Day
Out
Parent’s Night
Out
Parent’s Night
Out for
Children with
Disabilities
FREE
www.k2academy.com
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Activities for Children with Special Needs
October 26, 2011
SOCIAL
Nite Owls
Evenlyn
Rubsenstein
Jewish
Community
Center
5601 S.
Braeswood
Houston, TX
77096-3907
Wednesdays 79 p.m.
Social group for teens/adults with
special needs. Participate in many
activities including arts and crafts,
athletics, cooking, & yoga. Field
trips include going to an Astros
game, hay rides, mini golf, bowling,
IMAX movies and more.
Eric Bishop ebishop@erjcchouston.org or
729-3200
ext. 3230.
FREE
Monday
Wednesday 6-9
p.m.
Ages 16+
Charles.french@houstontx.gov
713-284-1973
FREE
Thursday 6-9
p.m. May
through August
Ages 12+
713-284-1973
FREE
Saturdays 12-4
May through
August
Ages 16+
Charles.french@houstontx.gov
713-284-1973
Softball league for ages 6-14
Alice Davis (832) 640-0611
Alice.davis@dars.state.tx.us
713-
SPORTS
Adult W/C
Basketball
Adult W/C
Rugby
Adult W/C
Soccer
Beep Softball
Challenger
Basketball
Challenger
Football
MMSC 1475
W. Gray
Houston, TX
77019
MMSC 1475
W. Gray
Houston, TX
77019
MMSC 1475
W. Gray
Houston, TX
77019
Tom Bass
Park 3452
Fellows Rd.
Houston, TX
77047
Houston
3733 Arnold
St. Houston,
TX 77055
713-621-0851
Varies
Ages 5-25 with mental or physical
disabilities.
cptemps@aol.com
713-621-8880
713-621-0851
www.challengerfootball.org
coordinator@challengerfootball.org
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Activities for Children with Special Needs
Challenger
Little League
West
University,
Katy, League
City
Cody’s Field of
Dreams
Fun Fair
Positive
Soccer Fort
Bend East
Fun Fair
Positive
Soccer Fort
Bend/Grand
Parkway
Fun Fair
Positive
Soccer Fort
Bend West
Fun Fair
Positive
Soccer
Pearland
Missouri City
Little League
Clear Lake
Power Soccer
$20.00
registratio
n fee
1700 Glenn
Lakes Ln.
Missouri
City, 77547
1630 Pilts
Richmond,
TX 77469
$60-70 +
$30
sponsorsh
ip
$60-70 +
$30
sponsorsh
ip
2511
Eldridge
Sugarland,
TX 77478
5810
Brookside
Pearland, TX
77584
Missouri
City
$60-70 +
$30
sponsorsh
ip
$60-70 +
$30
sponsorsh
ip
MMSC 1475
W. Gray
Houston, TX
77019
FREE
October 26, 2011
Varies
Ages 5-22: Baseball league for
children with physical/mental
challenges
http://www.westull.org/
http://www.katyamerican.org/
http://www.eteamz.com/LeagueCity/news/index.cfm
?cat=218033
Practice and
Games- vary
Ages 4 yrs-6th grade for children
with disabilities.
All volunteer youth league with
special needs program for boys and
girls ages 4-18.
Bay Area V-Twins
http://www.bayareavtwins.com/
1-800-828-7529
All volunteer youth league with
special needs program for boys and
girls ages 4-18.
1-800-828-7529
All volunteer youth league with
special needs program for boys and
girls ages 4-18.
1-800-828-7529
All volunteer youth league with
special needs program for boys and
girls ages 4-18.
1-800-828-7529
MVP league for ages 6-18 for
children with mental & physical
disabilities
Any age.
Joey Ames 281-450-1649
jwcummins@yahoo.com
Sat. 1-3 p.m.
September
through May
Charles.french@houstontx.gov
713-284-1973
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Activities for Children with Special Needs
Purple
Penguins
Rasco North
Field 92
Lake Rd.
Lake
Jackson, TX
77566
Soaring Kidz
P.O. Box
841953,
Houston, TX,
77284
4140
Directors
Row, Ste B
Houston, TX
77092; 1300
Bay Area
Blvd.
Houston, TX
77058
1333
Moursund
Street
Houston, TX
77030
Special
Olympics
TIRR
Adaptive
Sports
Top Soccer
Evelyn
Rubenstein
Jewish
Community
Center
5601 S.
Braeswood
Houston, TX
$120 + 20
concessio
n fee
October 26, 2011
M 6-7:45 p.m.
for League I
(Spring only)
Days vary 67:45 p.m. for
League II
(Spring only)
Varies by
season.
League I and League II: Baseball
league for children with special
needs (Lake Jackson Youth Ball
Association)
www.eteamz.com
Linda Malvern
Sports, Recreation, and educational
activities for children with
disabilities.
817-658-8293
soaring.kidz@gmail.com
http://soaringkidz.org
Provides sports activities for people
with disabilities. Over 22 sports
available where athletes train for 8
weeks prior to event.
281-282-6060 (Houston)
www.sotx.org
512-835-9373 (Austin)
Fees
apply.
Varies.
Offers Basketball, Golf, Quad
Rugby, Sled Hockey, Tennis, Cycling,
and Volleyball for Children (4-12
years) Youths (13-18 years) Young
Adults (19-30 years) Adults (31- 64
years). Adaptive equipment
available.
Genny Gomez
713-797-5997
Genny.gomez@memorialhermann.org
www.memorialhermann.org/location
N/A
Sundays 5-5:45
p.m.
Community-based training and
team placement program for boys
& girls ages 4-19 with a mental or
physical disability.
Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center
Houston
713-729-3200
http://www.erjcchouston.org/index.php?submenu=C
hildrenTeenPrograms&src=gendocs&link=SpecialNee
dsPrograms&category=Programs
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Activities for Children with Special Needs
October 26, 2011
77096-3907
Verne Cox
Multi-Purpose
Center
Wheelchair
Tennis
Program
5200 Burke
Road
Pasadena,
TX 77504
MMSC 1475
West Gray
Houston, TX
77019
N/A
Monday-Friday
8-5 (office
hours)
Verne Cox is a recreational sports
center for people of all ages with
mental and physical disabilities.
281-487-1755
FREE
Tues. 7-8:30
p.m.
Ages 16+
West Gray Multi-Service Center
Shirley Mendoza 713-828-3180
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Activities for Children with Special Needs
October 26, 2011
ANNUAL ACTIVITIES
Name
Location
Cost
When
Description
Contact Info
Texas
Children’s
Hospital
Kid’s Fun
Run
Houston
$10 per child
January
2-mile non-competitive
run for kids 5-15 with
shorter course for kids
with special needs.
Mardi Gras
Ball for
Special
People
Moody Gardens
Convention Center in
Galveston
FREE
February
ConocoPhillips
Rodeo Run
Little
Rustler’s
Rodeo
Minute Maid Park
Houston, TX.
March
For people with
disabilities & their
families with events such
as clowns, face painters,
costume contest, and
refreshments.
Wheelchair race at
Minute Maid Park
www.chevronhoustonmarathon.com
/kidsfunrun
www.FunRun.TexasChildrens.org or
email
FunRunInfo@TexasChildrens.org.
Yvette Schmidt
1-800-582-4673
www.moodygardens.com/calendarof
events
volunteers@moodygardens.com
P.O. Box 20070, Houston,
Texas 77225-
March
Texans
Football
Ability Day
Camp
Kids on the
Lake
Methodist Training
Center
8335 Lantern Point Dr.
Houston, TX 77054
Conroe, TX
FREE
April
FREE
April
Day of
Fishing for
Children
with
Disabilities
& Diabetes
Lake Houston Marina
FREE
Lunch provided
May
Ages 4-10 with physical or
mental disabilities. Barrel
race, steer rope, and bull
riding. (done through
schools)
Ages 6-18 that includes
skill development, use of
equipment, prizes, and
games.
Free fishing tournament
for kids with special
needs ages 5+.
Ages 6-16.
281-293-1000
Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo
http://www.hlsr.com/events/lilrustlers-rodeo.aspx
832-667-1000
http://www.nscd.org/programs/spor
tscamp_texans.htm
970.726.1540
Conroe Noon Lions Club
936-760-1666.
281-324-2193
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Activities for Children with Special Needs
October 26, 2011
Special
Children’s
Day
Houston Farm & Ranch
1 Abercrombie Drive
Houston, Texas 77084
FREE
September
Day of food and fun,
ending with a rodeo.
www.Houstonfarmandranch.org
281-463-6650
Baytown
Special
Rodeo
Eastside Honda
FREE
September
http://www.specialrodeo.com/
ron@specialrodeo.com
Houston
Buddy Walk
Minute Maid Park
FREE
December
The River
TUTS
Workshop
Theater Under the Stars
rehearsal studios
800 Bagby
$30.00
December
A western fun day for kids
with special needs that
includes stick horse barrel
racing, roping, hayrides,
and more
Houston Down Syndrome
Association hosts buddy
walk and dash.
Winter Musical Theater
Workshop for ages 7-19
who have disabilities,
chronic illness, or are
economically
disadvantaged
www.houstonbuddywalk.com
ron@specialrodeo.com
info@theriver.org
www.theriver.org
(713) 521-2358
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Activities for Children with Special Needs
October 26, 2011
SUMMER ACTIVITIES
Name
Camp Buckaroo
Camp
Champions
Camp For All
Camp Smiles
Location
Woodlands,
Pasadena,
Houston,
Sugarland
3737 Dacoma Ste.
E
Houston, TX
Burton, TX
Brenham
Cost
$150 (Scholarship
available)
All summer long
Varies
Description
Week long day camp for
kids ages 6-14 and their
siblings.
Contact Info
Easter Seals Disability Services
www.eastersealshouston.org
Summer and fall camps
for kids with special needs
ages 10-30.
Summer camps for
children & adults with
cancer, muscular
dystrophy, spinal cord
injuries, cognitive issues,
severe burns, cerebral
palsy, sickle cell, visual
challenges, epilepsy, heart
issues, autism and so
much more.
Week long overnight
barrier-free camp for
children ages 6-14 with
diagnosis of CP
713-957-1600
(713) 838.9050
www.campforall.org
979-289-3752/ 713-686-5666
houstonoffice@campforall.org
campsite@campforall.org
Camp for All
www.campforall.org
713-686-5666
Easter Seals Disability Services
www.eastersealshouston.org
Betsy Keane 713.838.9050 ext. 309
Camp T.E.A.M.S
(Camp for All)
th
427 W. 20 Ste. 40
Houston, TX 77008
(Camp in Burton)
FREE
Teens experiencing a
meaningful summer. Ages
13-18 with disabilities.
Angela Price
713-802-3112
713-880-0721
800-687-7028
Angela.price@dars.state.tx.us
www.campforall.org
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Activities for Children with Special Needs
Camp Xtreme
October 26, 2011
1333 Moursund
Street Houston, TX
77030
Summer
Week-long sports camp
for children & adults with
disabilities.
Genny Gomez
713-797-5997
Genny.gomez@memorialhermann.org
www.memorialhermann.org/location
Lighthouse of
Houston Summer
Camp
3602 W. Dallas
Houston, TX
77019
$200 for 3 weeks
of camp
713-284-8417
recreation@houstonlighthouse.org
www.houstonlighthouse.org
Lose the
Training Wheels
Bike Camp
San Antonio, TX
August
3-day camp for children
ages 4-11 who are blind or
visually impaired children
and are self-fed and potty
trained. Offers field trips,
swimming, arts, and
crafts.
Teaches individuals age 8+
how to ride a two-wheel
bike in 5 days.
Partners Ranch
Partners Resource
Network
6100 FM 1131
Houston, TX
Camp
1090 Longfellow
Drive Beaumont,
TX 77706
3636 West Dallas
Houston, TX 77019
Project T.A.L.K
Real Horseplay
Day Camp
31514 Charter Ln.
Waller, TX 77484
$195.00
Registration Fee of
$65.00
(Scholarships
available.)
Tracey Fontenot tracey.kinetickids@yahoo.com
210-748-5867
www.kinetickidstx.org
26 acres for year-round
and summer camps
accessible to all
individuals.
De Hereira 409-898-4684
1-800-866-4726
partnersranch@sbcglobal.net
Summer Camp for
Children with hearling
loss, ages 4-10.
https://www.centerhearingandspeech.org/projecttalk
713-523-363
www.morninggloryranch.org
979-453-5557
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Activities for Children with Special Needs
The Music
Therapy Center
for Houston
The River Fine
Arts Summer
Camps
4820 Caroline St.
Houston, TX 77004
1475 West Gray
Houston, TX
77019
October 26, 2011
Summer Camp
Monday through
Friday 9:30-2:30.
Scholarships
available.
Summer camp for ages 219; one week long
sessions for art, dance,
drama, and music.
http://www.musictherapycenter.org/
info@musictherapycenter.org
713-298-1934/ 713-315-0855
www.theriver.org
info@theriver.org
713-520-1220
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Activities for Children with Special Needs
October 26, 2011
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