Saturday Drum Circle & Inclusive Basketball League

Dates: Saturdays, January 10th – February 28th, 2026 No Classes on February 7th

Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

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

Start your weekends with rhythm, movement, and community connection! Our Saturday Drum Circle & Inclusive Basketball League offers a full morning of creative expression, physical activity, and team-building designed specifically for neurodivergent youth. Participants will enjoy music-making, skill development, and league-style gameplay in a safe, structured, and welcoming environment.

Schedule: 

10:00 – 11:00 AM: Drum Circle

Led by an experienced facilitator, this hour introduces participants to rhythm, percussion, and collaborative music-making.

Activities include:

• Guided drumming exercises
• Call-and-response patterns
• Group rhythm games
• Opportunities for self-expression and sensory exploration

The drum circle promotes communication, confidence, creativity, and regulation through music.

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Basketball Practice

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

Participants will build:

• Fundamental skills (dribbling, passing, shooting)
• Teamwork & communication
• Coordination & confidence
• Game readiness for the league hour

Activities are adapted to support diverse learning styles, sensory needs, and motor abilities.

12:00 – 1:00 PM: Basketball League Games

Players take the court for weekly league games that reinforce sportsmanship, teamwork, and skill development.

What’s included:

• Team assignments and structured gameplay
• Weekly officiated or coach-supported games
• League jerseys for all participants
• End-of-season awards banquet, combined with the Flag Football Banquet at a later date

This league is designed for encouragement, confidence, and fun—every athlete is supported and celebrated.

Additional Program Information:

• Participants may attend one, two, or all three hours
• 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.