Therapeutic Programs
What is Therapeutic Recreation?
The Goose Creek Therapeutic Recreation division is designed for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities. We are passionate about inclusive lifestyles, providing resources, and serving our special needs community in diverse, fun, and intentional ways. Therapeutic Recreation is intended for individuals to participate in a variety of activities that will be inclusive and adaptable to different needs. This program is a great way to explore interests, stay active, and socialize with peers.
Therapeutic Recreation Sponsorship Opportunities
Therapeutic Recreation Volunteer Application
To get involved, contact Therapeutic Recreation Manager, Hannah Miller [email protected].
Yoga
Description: Join us for stretching, breathing, balance, and mental wellness with Erika and Freckled Bloom Yoga. This will be a great way to stay active and build healthy habits. Please bring your own yoga mat!
Dates: Tuesdays, November 5, November 19, December 3, December 17 (please note that these dates are NOT weekly)
Time: 11am-12pm
Cost: FREE but please bring your own yoga mat
Location: Goose Creek Activity Center (519A N Goose Creek Blvd)
Inspire Choir
Description: Our chorus program for individuals within our therapeutic recreation program returns! Instructed by Music Therapist, Meredith of SC Music Lessons. Participants do not need musical experience to participate and feel the beat. The intent of this program is to build teamwork skills and enjoy the music. All ability levels welcome.
Dates: Thursdays, September 5-November 14. (No practice on September 19 or October 31) (Additional requirements: Saturday, October 12 for recital at Central Creek Park. Friday, November 22 for full recital at the Recreation Complex).
Time: 6:30pm-7:30pm
Cost: Resident $50.00, Non-Resident $60.00
Location: Goose Creek Community Center (519A N Goose Creek Blvd)
Bowling (Tuesday Evening)
Description: Bowling is a fan favorite, and a great way to connect with friends and build skill. The cost is the total for 6-weeks, includes shoes and 2 hours of bowling.
Dates: Tuesdays, November 12-December 17
Time: 6pm-8pm
Cost: Resident $45.00, Non-Resident $60.00
Location: Royal Lanes (106 Central Ave)
Bowling (Thursday Morning)
Description: Bowling is a fan favorite, and a great way to connect with friends and build skill. The cost is the total for 6-weeks, includes shoes and 2 hours of bowling.
Dates: Thursdays, November 5-December 19 (No Bowling on Thanksgiving, 11/28)
Time: 10am-12pm
Cost: Resident $45.00, Non-Resident $60.00
Location: Royal Lanes (106 Central Ave)
Friendsgiving & INSPIRE Choir Performance
Description: The reason behind the season! Come together for a Friendsgiving activity. The first hour will be the recital for our very own INSPIRE choir and the second hour will be a potluck style, celebration with friends. Once registration begins to fill, I will send out a sign-up form for various foods and snacks for families to bring.
Date: Friday, November 22
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Cost: FREE
Location: Goose Creek Activity Center (519A N Goose Creek Blvd)
Sensory Tree Lighting
Description: Our first sensory tree lighting in Goose Creek! This will be EVENT style with various activities for those with disabilities and their families. Expect hot chocolate, hayrides, face painting, crafts, balloon animals, and a countdown to lighting the tree at Central Creek Park! This event is separate from the City tree lighting event and our goal is to re-create those activities in a smaller-scale, accessible, sensory friendly environment.
Date: Saturday, December 7
Time: 5:30-7:30pm
Cost: FREE admission & free parking!
Location: Central Creek Park (147 Old Moncks Corner Rd)
Pajama Party Movie Night
Description: A night with friends, pajamas, snacks, and a Christmas movie on the big screen!
Date: Friday, December 20
Time: 6-8pm
Cost: FREE
Location: Goose Creek Activity Center (519A N Goose Creek Blvd
Thank you to the Proud Sponsors of Therapeutic Recreation:
Tandem Adaptive Trike Usage
This tricycle will allow our therapeutic participants to feel the joys of riding a bike independently. Individuals are required to bring a helmet when riding. More information can be found here.
For more information, please contact Hannah 843-569-4242 ext 5286 or email [email protected]
Ages: ALL
Cost: Free (For both residents & non-residents)
Location: 519A North Goose Creek Blvd. Goose Creek, SC 29445.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!
Volunteers are needed for all of our programs. If you are interested in volunteering for a program please contact Hannah at [email protected] or 843-569-4242 x 5286 if you have any questions.
*All volunteers must pass a background check, provided by The City of Goose Creek.