All of the following classes/programs are designed for persons with developmental disabilities/and or physical disabilities.

All classes are provided by the Rochester Avon Recreation Authority (R.A.R.A.) and must be registered for in advance.  There are 3 ways to register: you can call (248) 656-8308 with a Visa or MasterCard, mail a registration form with a check, or pay in person at the R.A.R.A. office located at 108 East Second Street, Rochester, MI 48307

Remember!  Nothing kills a good program faster than waiting until the last minute to register!  Classes will be cancelled if there are not enough participants.

R.A.R.A. SCAMP is a special summer camp for students with special needs, ranging from developmental delays to severe mental and physical disabilities.

The campers meet Monday - Thursday from 9:30 - 2:30 at North Hill Elementary School for six weeks during summer vacation. Campers enjoy the kind of recreational activities that are routinely available to children without special needs. Participants are primarily from Rochester and Rochester Hills. SCAMP is staffed by certified teachers, parapros, students and volunteers.

Tuition is $700 per camper. Thanks to the hard work of SCAMPers' parents, the remaining cost of camp is provided by generous area sponsors. Past major sponsors have included: West Middle School Students, Van Hoosen Middle School Students, Hart Middle School Students, Whole Foods Market, St. Andrew's Catholic Church, Rochester Kiwanis and the Rochester Area Knights of Columbus, St. Pauls' United Women's Group, Interchurch Women of Rochester, and Rochester Junior Women's Club.

For persons with developmental disabilities

Bon appetite!  Come and join us one Monday a month and tempt your taste buds by having a delicious meal with friends at area restaurants.  Each participant will bring money for his or her meal, beverage and tip ($20 in small bills). Drop off and pick up participants at the restaurant on time. 

YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER.

Fee: $10 seasonal registration
Instructor: Steven Vinson

For persons with developmental disabilities

Come and hang out with your friends and enjoy a movie one Friday each month.  The movies will be shown on a big screen.  We’ll also have a pizza snack and drink.

Location: St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, located at 3980 Walton Blvd, Rochester Hills, on north side of Walton between Adams and Squirrel.
Fee: $10
Instructor: Steven Vinson

Location: Harrison Room at RCS Administration Building, 501 W. University, Rochester.
Fee: $12
Instructor: Steven Vinson

Persons with developmental disabilities will enjoy this 8-week program that will promote physical fitness through basketball. The wonderfully enthusiastic Coach Steven Vinson will teach skills and hold scrimmages. Register early!  Wear gym clothes and tennis shoes.  Bring a water bottle. No class Feb 21 or March 6.

Location: Hamlin Elementary Gym
Fee: $81
Instructor: Steven Vinson

Persons with developmental disabilities will enjoy this 10-week league that will promote physical fitness through basketball.  We will have two divisions based primarily on skill level. Each division will consist of two days of practice that will include instruction, drills and conditioning.  The skill level will also be determined during this period by the RARA staff.  The remainder of the season will include 6-game round robin schedule and 2 weeks of playoffs.  Each division will crown a division champion.  Each player will receive a team jersey.  Wear gym clothes and tennis shoes and bring a water bottle or sports drink. No class Jan 26 or March 15.

Location: Reuther Middle School Gym
Fee: $90
Instructor: Steven Vinson

For all ages for persons with developmental disabilities

Join the popular 15-week bowling league at North Hill Lanes.  RARA is sponsoring this league where bowlers will play 2 games, enjoy the animated scoreboards and have a pizza banquet at the conclusion of the program.  The cost covers games, shoes, staff and banquet.  Register early!

No bowling on Feb 11, March 31 or April 7.

Location: North Hill Lanes (located on Tienken, west of Rochester Road)
Fee: $150
Instructor: Heather Sinawi

For persons with developmental disabilities

Join us for a fun night of Bingo!  We will a pizza snack and drink and hand out prizes to the bingo winners.

Location: Reuther Middle School Cafeteria
Fee: $10
Instructor: Steven Vinson

This six-week class will take the fitness routine outdoors. Heather will lead the group on the Paint Creek Trail to enjoy the outdoors while getting a good cardio walk in.  Parents are welcome to participate in the class too.  Wear gym clothes and tennis shoes and bring a water bottle.

Location: Meet at Rochester Hills Library, West Entrance
Fee: $20
Instructor: Heather Sinawi

For persons with developmental disabilities

Come and hang out with your friends and enjoy a movie at the theatre one Friday each month.  Each participant will bring money for his or her movie ticket and for any concessions. Movie selection will be decided the Tuesday before and will include G, PG and PG-13. Time may be variable based on the movie times.

Location: Emagine Theatre, Rochester Road
Fee: $10 seasonal registration

Join us for an hour of fun in the water as we play games like Marco Polo and other aquatic games. Class will focus on water safety at all times with a lifeguard on duty.

Location: Wingate by Wyndham Hotel, 2200 Featherstone, Auburn Hills
Fee: $35
Instructor: RARA Staff

A great exposure to dance & rhythm for boys and girls ages 14 and up with developmental disabilities. Expect creative movement, line dances, hip-hop and more.  No experience necessary.  Students should wear soft soled shoes (jazz shoes are best; sneakers are okay) and comfortable clothing. No class November 22.

Location: RARA Room D
Fee: $35
Instructor: Becky Young

For persons with developmental disabilities

Join us once a month at the Rochester Hills Public Library for a fun-filled time of stories.

Location: Rochester Hills Public Library
Fee: FREE