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Adaptive Recreation - City of Las Vegas

2300 Bay Hill Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89117

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Quick Summary: Adaptive Recreation - City of Las Vegas is a swimming program located in Las Vegas, NV. They accept children ages 5 to 18 and offer services in the $$ price range. The facility is equipped to accommodate special needs.

Quick Info

Google Rating

Not rated

Category

Swimming

City

Las Vegas

Ages

5–18

Verification Status

Identity Pending

Front desk hours

Hours not listed. Call before you go.

Class times vary by class. Call for class times.

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About the Program

Adaptive Recreation is a program run by the City of Las Vegas Parks and Recreation department, offering adaptive sports and recreation activities for kids and teens ages 5 to 18 with disabilities. The city splits participants into two brackets, 5 to 12 and 13 to 18.

The program list covers a wide range of adaptive sports: archery, basketball, bowling, climbing, cycling, dance, flag football, golf, martial arts, soccer, swimming, t-ball, track and field, weightlifting, and yoga, all offered in adaptive formats. Beyond sports, the department also runs art classes, music classes, cooking classes, fitness classes, social events, holiday parties, and community outings. There are also dedicated Adaptive Camps during school breaks.

The listing notes accessible facilities and describes the program as suited to a broad range of needs, including adaptive sports and wheelchair sports, autism friendly recreation, Down syndrome programs, inclusive programs, sensory friendly programs, developmental delay programs, and emotional or behavioral support. This breadth suggests the department has built out separate offerings for different kinds of disabilities rather than a single one size fits all adaptive class.

Specific weekly hours are not listed for this program in PlayPivot's records, and pricing sits in the $$ range on PlayPivot's scale without an exact dollar figure attached. Given the size of the program list, it is likely that different activities run on their own schedules throughout the year rather than one fixed daily block of hours.

The program operates year round out of the City of Las Vegas system, with a listed address of 2300 Bay Hill Drive. Families interested in a specific adaptive activity, whether that is adaptive swimming, adaptive art, or one of the sports leagues, should visit the City of Las Vegas Parks and Recreation website to find current registration dates, locations, and costs for that individual program, since this listing covers the department's overall offerings rather than one single class.

Programs & Activities

Adaptive Archery
Adaptive Basketball
Adaptive Bowling
Adaptive Camps
Adaptive Climbing
Adaptive Cycling
Adaptive Dance
Adaptive Flag Football
Adaptive Golf
Adaptive Martial Arts
Adaptive Soccer
Adaptive Swimming
Adaptive T-ball
Adaptive Track & Field
Adaptive Weightlifting
Adaptive Yoga
Art Classes
Music Classes
Cooking Classes
Fitness Classes
Social Events
Holiday Parties
Community Outings

Frequently Asked Questions

What ages does Adaptive Recreation serve?
Kids and teens ages 5 to 18, split into a 5-12 group and a 13-18 group.
What kinds of activities are offered?
Adaptive versions of sports like archery, basketball, swimming, soccer, and track and field, plus art, music, cooking, fitness classes, and social events like holiday parties and community outings.
Is the program suited to specific disabilities?
The listing notes accommodations spanning wheelchair sports, autism-friendly recreation, Down syndrome programs, sensory-friendly programs, and developmental delay and behavioral support.
What are the program hours?
Specific hours are not listed in this record; different activities likely run on their own schedules, so check the City of Las Vegas Parks and Recreation website for current times.
How much does it cost?
PlayPivot lists the price range as $$, though an exact cost is not included in this record.
Where is the program based?
The listed address is 2300 Bay Hill Drive in Las Vegas, and the program is run through the City of Las Vegas Parks and Recreation department.
Does the program run year-round?
Yes, Adaptive Recreation operates year-round.

Special Needs Support

How this program accommodates different needs

Adaptive SportsAdaptive RecreationWheelchair SportsAutism-Friendly RecreationDown Syndrome ProgramsInclusive ProgramsSensory-Friendly ProgramsDevelopmental Delay ProgramsEmotional/Behavioral SupportSpecial Needs General

Based on the provider's published information — confirm the specifics for your child before enrolling.

First Visit Guide

What most swim schools expect. Confirm the details with Adaptive Recreation - City of Las Vegas before you go.

What to bring

  • Swimsuit, worn under regular clothes so changing goes faster
  • Towel and a full set of dry clothes
  • Swim diaper if your child isn't potty trained yet. Many schools want two layers, so ask.
  • Hair tie or swim cap for long hair
  • Goggles only if the school says yes. A lot of them teach beginners without goggles on purpose, so kids get used to water on their face.

Before you go

  • Get there 10 to 15 minutes early for check-in and the changing room shuffle.
  • Keep snacks light and at least 30 minutes before water time.
  • Ask where parents wait. Some schools have viewing windows, some want you on the deck for baby classes.

The first visit

The first lesson usually starts with a quick skill check so the teacher can place your child in the right level. Lesson one is about getting comfortable, not swimming laps. Indoor pools run all year here, which matters when it's 105 outside in July.

For sensory-sensitive kids

Pools echo and they're loud. Ask which lesson times are quietest, and whether you can stop by just to watch a class before your child's first one.

Gear checklist

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What should my child wear to a first swim lesson?

A swimsuit under their clothes, plus a swim diaper if they need one. Bring a towel and dry clothes. Ask the school about goggles before buying any.

Do parents get in the water at swim lessons?

For babies and young toddlers, usually yes. For preschool age and up, usually no. Ask which way your child's level runs.

Features

Amenities and program details

  • Season

    Year-Round

  • Skill Levels

    Beginner, All Levels

  • Languages Spoken

    English

Facility & Amenities

Accessible Facilities

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