SCOPE Therapeutic Recreation
SCOPE Therapeutic Recreation
The mission of SCOPE is to provide specialized support and recreational opportunities to people with disabilities and individuals with special needs. Our vision is to enrich lives and create experiences that are memorable, empowering, fun and safe for all participants.
SCOPE encourages participation in all programs offered through the City of Longmont. If assistance is needed to accommodate your participation, please email recsupport@longmontcolorado.gov or call at (303) 651-8404.
Programs
To view details of these programs and more offerings, view the current Recreation Brochure and look for the Therapeutic section. Here is an example of programs that are offered through the year:
SCOPE Basketball
SCOPE Basketball offers instruction and training for the Colorado Northeast Area Special Olympics Basketball Competition. For ages 8 – 15 and ages 16 & up.
SCOPE Bowling
SCOPE Bowling is designed to give each participant an opportunity to enjoy this life long leisure activity. For ages 12 & up.
SCOPE Softball
SCOPEÂ offers two softball programs designed to meet the needs of people of all abilities.
- Softball For All is a beginning level program for athletes who need more one-on-one assistance and is for ages 8 & up.
- Unified Softball offers two leagues for athletes with developmental disabilities. These leagues provide an opportunity for athletes who know the fundamentals of softball to play with non-disabled partners in a team situation. Optional participation in Special Olympics tournament available. Unified Softball is for players ages 13 & up.
SCOPE Swimming
SCOPE! offers training for the Colorado Northeast Area Special Olympics Swimming competition. Two teams are available depending on athlete’s swimming ability. For ages 8 & up.
SCOPE Track & Field
SCOPE offers instruction and training for competition in the Colorado Northeast Area Special Olympics Track and Field Program. For ages 8 & up.
SCOPE Volleyball
SCOPE instruction and training for the Colorado Northeast Area Special Olympics Volleyball Competition. For ages 12 & up.
Activities
In addition to our sports instruction and leagues, the SCOPE program offers many regular activities and events throughout the year, including an 8-week day camp and seasonal parties.
SCOPE Parties
Fun for all with karaoke, dancing, seasonal themes, snacks, games and/or craft projects. Bring your favorite music to play and sing along to and enjoy an evening with your SCOPE friends! For ages 8 & up.
- Winter themes include Oscars Party and Game Night.
- Spring themes include Spring Fling and Hawaiian Luau.
- Fall themes include the Karaoke Kick-Off, Halloween Party (with costume contest!) and annual Holiday Party.