Saturday Basketball & Dance Class (All Ages)

Dates: Saturdays, June 20th- August 22nd (NO CLASSES on July 4th and August 1st)

Time: 10:00 AM – 12:45 PM

Location: Salvation Army, Long Beach (3000 Long Beach Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90807)

Start your weekend with movement, creativity, and skill-building! Our Saturday Dance & Inclusive Basketball program combines expressive movement with structured sports instruction in a supportive and inclusive environment designed specifically for neurodivergent youth. Participants will begin the morning with an engaging dance class that promotes coordination, confidence, self-expression, and social connection, followed by basketball practice focused on developing athletic skills, teamwork, and confidence on the court. Together, these activities encourage physical fitness, personal growth, and meaningful peer interactions in a fun and welcoming setting.

This program promotes physical health, social connection, and positive self-expression through structured activities led by experienced coaches and facilitators.

Schedule:

10:00 – 11:30 AM: Dance & Movement

Participants will begin the morning with an engaging dance and movement class designed to promote physical fitness, self-expression, coordination, and confidence in a fun and supportive environment.

Activities may include:

• Guided dance instruction featuring a variety of music and movement styles

• Rhythm, timing, and coordination exercises

• Creative movement and self-expression activities

• Group dances that encourage social interaction and teamwork

• Stretching and movement-based warm-ups and cool-downs

This class provides participants with opportunities to build motor skills, increase body awareness, develop confidence, and express themselves through movement while having fun with peers.

Parent Support Group

Once per month, parents are invited to participate in a facilitated support group from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM during this time.

Meeting Dates:

• June 20th
• July 11th
• Aug. 8th

11:30 – 11:45 AM: Break

Participants will have time to rest, hydrate, and transition before basketball practice begins.

11:45 AM – 12:45 PM: Basketball Practice

This session focuses on inclusive basketball instruction tailored to all skill levels and abilities.

Participants will build:

• Fundamental basketball skills (dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense)

• Game awareness and basic strategy

• Teamwork, communication, and sportsmanship

• Coordination, balance, and athletic confidence

• Social skills through cooperative play and structured team activities

Activities are adapted to support diverse learning styles, sensory needs, and motor abilities, ensuring that every participant can engage meaningfully and experience success both on and off the court.

Addtional Program Information:

• Participants may attend one or both portions of the program

• Aides and support staff are welcome

• Designed specifically for neurodivergent youth, including individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, and other developmental differences

• Our team creates an inclusive, respectful environment where every participant can thrive

Funding & Discounts: 

Use promo code “SR” at checkout if utilizing Social Recreation funding through your Regional Center or Self-Determination. Entering this code will bypass the cost of the program.

We are a Regional Center Social Recreation Service Provider with:

• Harbor Regional Center

• South Central Los Angeles Regional Center (SCLARC)

• Westside Regional Center

Vendor Code: PH2694

Self-Determination is accepted.

Scholarships available upon request.

Summer Camp Week 8: Creative Expression Week

Dates: August 10-August 14, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM-2:30 PM

Location: Salvation Army Long Beach Red Shield Community Center (3000 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90807)

Theme: Creative Expression Week

Creativity comes in many forms! During Creative Expression Week, campers will explore art, imagination, movement, teamwork, and self-expression through a variety of engaging activities designed specifically for children, teens, and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and different abilities.

This week combines adaptive sports, swimming, yoga, creative projects, and social-emotional learning opportunities that encourage campers to express themselves, build confidence, and celebrate their unique strengths. Through collaborative activities and hands-on experiences, participants will strengthen communication skills, creativity, problem-solving abilities, and friendships in a supportive and inclusive environment.

This week focuses on self-expression, confidence-building, creativity, and having fun while trying new experiences.

Weekly Highlights:

• Adaptive basketball instruction and games

• Creative arts and self-expression activities

• Swim lessons at Pools of Hope

• Yoga and mindfulness sessions

• Team-building and social skills activities

• Fitness and movement stations

• Friday field trip to Sky Zone Trampoline Park

Schedule Overview:

Disclaimer: Exact schedule subject to slight changes. Final schedule will be provided to registered families the week prior to camp.

Monday

9:00-9:30- Warm-up & Ice Breaker

9:30-10:00- Team Banner Creation

10:00-10:45- Basketball

10:45-11:30- Lunch

11:45-12:00- Commute to Pools of Hope

12:00-1:00- Swim Lesson

1:15-1:30- Commute Back

1:30-2:30- Social Skills Activities

2:30- Parent Pick Up

Tuesday

9:00-9:30- Warm-up & Ice Breaker

9:30-10:00- Break / Free Time

10:00-11:00- Creative Expression Activity

11:00-12:00- Lunch

12:00-1:00- Basketball Practice

1:00-2:00- Yoga & Mindfulness

2:00-2:30- Cool Down Activities

2:30- Parent Pick Up

Wednesday

9:00-9:30- Warm-up & Ice Breaker

9:30-10:00- Team Challenge Activity

10:00-10:45- Basketball

10:45-11:30- Lunch

11:45-12:00- Commute to Pools of Hope

12:00-1:00- Swim Lesson

1:15-1:30- Commute Back

1:30-2:30- Social Skills Activities

2:30- Parent Pick Up

Thursday

9:00-9:30- Warm-up & Ice Breaker

9:30-10:00- Break / Free Time

10:00-11:00- Creative Expression Activity

11:00-12:00- Lunch

12:00-1:00- Basketball Practice

1:00-2:00- Yoga & Mindfulness

2:00-2:30- Cool Down Activities

2:30- Parent Pick Up

Friday

9:00-9:30- Warm-up & Ice Breaker

9:30-10:30- Fitness Stations

10:30-10:45- Snack & Break

10:45-11:00- Early Lunch

11:00-11:30- Commute to Sky Zone

11:30-1:30- Sky Zone Field Trip

1:30-2:00- Commute Back to Salvation Army Long Beach

2:00-2:30- Cool Down & Free Time

2:30- Parent Pick Up

Who Can Participate:

This camp is designed for children, teens, and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and different abilities who benefit from structured recreation, adaptive programming, movement-based activities, social opportunities, and sensory-friendly support.

Additional Support Information:

To help create a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for all participants, camp will maintain approximately a 4:1 camper-to-staff ratio throughout programming and community outings.

Please note that campers who require dedicated 1:1 behavioral, medical, personal care, or safety support must attend camp with their own assigned aide, respite worker, or support person as needed.

Our team is committed to providing adaptive recreation, structured support, and inclusive programming for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and different abilities while ensuring each camper receives the level of support necessary for a successful camp experience.

Funding Information and Discounts:

Regional Center social recreation funding may be used for eligible participants.

Vendor Code: HH2624

Use Promo Code "Summer Camp" at checkout if using social recreation funding.

Please contact your Regional Center coordinator regarding eligibility and authorization procedures.

Summer Camp Week 8: Creative Expression Week

Dates: August 10-August 14, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM-2:30 PM

Location: Salvation Army Long Beach Red Shield Community Center (3000 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90807)

Theme: Creative Expression Week

Creativity comes in many forms! During Creative Expression Week, campers will explore art, imagination, movement, teamwork, and self-expression through a variety of engaging activities designed specifically for children, teens, and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and different abilities.

This week combines adaptive sports, swimming, yoga, creative projects, and social-emotional learning opportunities that encourage campers to express themselves, build confidence, and celebrate their unique strengths. Through collaborative activities and hands-on experiences, participants will strengthen communication skills, creativity, problem-solving abilities, and friendships in a supportive and inclusive environment.

This week focuses on self-expression, confidence-building, creativity, and having fun while trying new experiences.

Weekly Highlights:

• Adaptive basketball instruction and games

• Creative arts and self-expression activities

• Swim lessons at Pools of Hope

• Yoga and mindfulness sessions

• Team-building and social skills activities

• Fitness and movement stations

• Friday field trip to Sky Zone Trampoline Park

Schedule Overview:

Disclaimer: Exact schedule subject to slight changes. Final schedule will be provided to registered families the week prior to camp.

Monday

9:00-9:30- Warm-up & Ice Breaker

9:30-10:00- Team Banner Creation

10:00-10:45- Basketball

10:45-11:30- Lunch

11:45-12:00- Commute to Pools of Hope

12:00-1:00- Swim Lesson

1:15-1:30- Commute Back

1:30-2:30- Social Skills Activities

2:30- Parent Pick Up

Tuesday

9:00-9:30- Warm-up & Ice Breaker

9:30-10:00- Break / Free Time

10:00-11:00- Creative Expression Activity

11:00-12:00- Lunch

12:00-1:00- Basketball Practice

1:00-2:00- Yoga & Mindfulness

2:00-2:30- Cool Down Activities

2:30- Parent Pick Up

Wednesday

9:00-9:30- Warm-up & Ice Breaker

9:30-10:00- Team Challenge Activity

10:00-10:45- Basketball

10:45-11:30- Lunch

11:45-12:00- Commute to Pools of Hope

12:00-1:00- Swim Lesson

1:15-1:30- Commute Back

1:30-2:30- Social Skills Activities

2:30- Parent Pick Up

Thursday

9:00-9:30- Warm-up & Ice Breaker

9:30-10:00- Break / Free Time

10:00-11:00- Creative Expression Activity

11:00-12:00- Lunch

12:00-1:00- Basketball Practice

1:00-2:00- Yoga & Mindfulness

2:00-2:30- Cool Down Activities

2:30- Parent Pick Up

Friday

9:00-9:30- Warm-up & Ice Breaker

9:30-10:30- Fitness Stations

10:30-10:45- Snack & Break

10:45-11:00- Early Lunch

11:00-11:30- Commute to Sky Zone

11:30-1:30- Sky Zone Field Trip

1:30-2:00- Commute Back to Salvation Army Long Beach

2:00-2:30- Cool Down & Free Time

2:30- Parent Pick Up

Who Can Participate:

This camp is designed for children, teens, and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and different abilities who benefit from structured recreation, adaptive programming, movement-based activities, social opportunities, and sensory-friendly support.

Additional Support Information:

To help create a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for all participants, camp will maintain approximately a 4:1 camper-to-staff ratio throughout programming and community outings.

Please note that campers who require dedicated 1:1 behavioral, medical, personal care, or safety support must attend camp with their own assigned aide, respite worker, or support person as needed.

Our team is committed to providing adaptive recreation, structured support, and inclusive programming for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and different abilities while ensuring each camper receives the level of support necessary for a successful camp experience.

Funding Information and Discounts:

Regional Center social recreation funding may be used for eligible participants.

Vendor Code: HH2624

Use Promo Code "Summer Camp" at checkout if using social recreation funding.

Please contact your Regional Center coordinator regarding eligibility and authorization procedures.