AR&LE

The Cities and school districts of Edina, Eden Prairie, Bloomington and Richfield  work together to provide recreation and education for people with disabilities.  This  cooperative is known as the Adaptive Recreation & Learning Exchange (AR&LE).

The AR&LE Advisory Committee consists of consumers, parents, professionals and agency representatives.  The committee consults with program supervisors on the development, implementation and evaluation of services for people with disabilities. 

If you are interested in serving on the committee, call the AR&LE coordinator at 952-563-8899 voice/TTY.

Here are just a few of the exiting programs available through AR&LE:

Youth Bowling Club
The Saturday Bowling Club is for youth Grades 1-6, their friends and family.  The program emphasizes basic skills and good sportsmanship.  The program meets in the winter and fall.  For more information, call 952-826-0433 (952-826-0379 TTY).

Downhill Skiing
Downhill ski lessons and club are offered for individuals 7 and older.  The group meets Thursday evenings in January and February.  For more information, call 612-861-9361
(612-861-9360 TTY).

Soccer
A summer soccer program is offered for teens.  The program focuses on fun and fitness.  The group meets Thursday evenings in June, July and August.  For more information, call 952-826-0433
(952-826-0379 TTY).

Teen Art
A variety of art classes are available for teens and adults.  Classes build creativity, self-esteem and pride.  For more information, call 952-826-0433 (952-826-0379 TTY).

Adult Co-Rec Basketball
Adaptive co-rec basketball is available for adults 18 and older.  The program focuses on skill building and teamwork.  Basketball meets on Thursday evenings in April, May and June.  For more information, call 952-826-0433 (952-826-0379 TTY).

Teen Day Camps
Two one-week long teen camps are offered in August.  One camp is a theater program while the other one works on arts and crafts projects the entire week.  Richfield Adaptive Recreation offers a Nature Camp for teens toward the end of August.  For more information, call 952-826-0433 (952-826-0379 TTY).

Charaka - South Hennepin Community Support Program
The Charaka program for adults with mental illnesses offers social and recreational activities, a drop-in center, counseling, outreach and a variety of other support services. The program serves adults in Edina, Bloomington, Eden Prairie and Richfield. For a list of activities, classes and services, call952-881-4646 voice/TTY or visit 7830 Fifth Ave. S. in Bloomington.

For a complete list of adaptive recreation opportunities, call 952-826-0433 (952-826-0379 TTY).