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].
Bowling (Evenings)
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, June 4-July 9
Time: 6pm-8pm
Cost: Resident $45.00, Non-Resident $60.00
Location: Royal Lanes (106 Central Ave)
Bowling (Mornings)
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, June 6-July 18 (No Bowling on June 20 or July 4)
Time: 10am-12pm
Cost: Resident $45.00, Non-Resident $60.00
Location: Royal Lanes (106 Central Ave)
Swim and Tennis Camp
Description: Enjoy 1 hour of instruction and 1 hour of play with Lowcountry Swim School instructors. All ability levels welcome! Participants can choose to stay in the pool or play tennis with the extra hour. Participants will be grouped according to age.
Dates: June 24-27, (Friday potential make up day for weather)
Time: 9am-12pm
Age: 3+ (participants will be paired together based on similar age)
Cost: Resident $50.00, Non-Resident $60.00
Location: Goose Creek Pool (300 Hamlet Circle)
GCTR Youth Camp
Description: Come enjoy arts, crafts, games, gym time, teamwork tasks, and other various indoor activities for this summer camp!
Dates: July 8-12
Time: 9am-12pm
Age: 8-15
Cost: Resident $50.00, Non-Resident $60.00
Location: Goose Creek Recreation Center (519A N Goose Creek Blvd)
GCTR Youth Camp
Description: Come enjoy arts, crafts, games, gym time, teamwork tasks, and other various indoor activities for this summer camp!
Dates: July 8-12
Time: 1pm-4pm
Age: 8-15
Cost: Resident $50.00, Non-Resident $60.00
Location: Goose Creek Recreation Center (519A N Goose Creek Blvd)
July Therapeutic Thursday! The Therapeutic Thursday in July will be July 18. As a reminder, Therapeutic Thursday is the 3rd Thursday of every month from 6pm-8pm at Debra’s Playground and Splash Creek at Central Creek Park. During these hours, the area is intended for the disability community to enjoy the park privately! Central Creek Park is located at 147 Old Moncks Corner Rd.
Central Creek Park, Fun in the Sun Camp Adults
Description: Come run, jump, and play at Central Creek Park. This camp will include time at the playground, splash pad, and other amenities of the park. This camp will primarily be outside.
Dates: July 15-19
Time: 9am-12pm
Age: 16+
Cost: Resident $50.00, Non-Resident $60.00
Location: Central Creek Park (147 Old Moncks Corner Rd)
Central Creek Park, Fun in the Sun Camp Adults
Description: Come run, jump, and play at Central Creek Park. This camp will include time at the playground, splash pad, and other amenities of the park. This camp will primarily be outside.
Dates: July 15-19
Time: 1pm-4pm
Age: 16+
Cost: Resident $50.00, Non-Resident $60.00
Location: Central Creek Park (147 Old Moncks Corner Rd)
GCTR Adult Camp
Description: Come enjoy arts, crafts, games, gym time, teamwork tasks, and other various indoor activities for this summer camp!
Dates: July 29-August 2
Time: 9am-12pm
Age: 16+
Cost: Resident $50.00, Non-Resident $60.00
Location: Goose Creek Recreation Center (519A N Goose Creek Blvd)
GCTR Adult Camp
Description: Come enjoy arts, crafts, games, gym time, teamwork tasks, and other various indoor activities for this summer camp!
Dates: July 29-August 2
Time: 1pm-4pm
Age: 16+
Cost: Resident $50.00, Non-Resident $60.00
Location: Goose Creek Recreation 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.