All of the following classes/programs are designed for persons with special needs. Most of the programs are 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. To register, you may call (248) 656-8308, mail a registration form with a check or pay in person at the R.AR.A. offices at 104 East Second St. Rochester, MI 48307. Remember, nothing kills a good program faster than waiting until the last minute to register! Classes may be cancelled if there are not enough participants.

R.A.R.A. SCAMP - Summer Camp For Students With Special Needs

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, Body Techniques Fitness Center, Whole Foods, St. Andrew's Catholic Church, Rochester Kiwanis and the Rochester Area Knights of Columbus, Women's Realtors of Rochester, Werner Management, St. Pauls' United Women's Group, Interchurch Women of Rochester, and Rochester Junior Women's Club.

ADAPTIVE SOFTBALL LEAGUE

This league is in conjunction with the Oakland County Parks & Recreation League. This softball league is designed for high-functioning persons with developmental disabilities, ages 14 & up. The team will practice on Tuesdays and play games once a week on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. The RARA team will play against teams from neighboring cities. Four of the games will be at our home field, and the other half will be at neighboring city fields. The format will consist of regular slow-pitch softball rules, low impact/injury balls and a tee if necessary. Players are responsible for their own transportation to and from practices and games. Players will receive a jersey, hat and end of the season award. The season will conclude with a team picnic. The season will run from the end of May to the beginning of August.

INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL - Ages 9 and up

This eight-week program will promote physical fitness through basketball. The wonderfully enthusiastic Coach Steve Vinson will teach skills and hold scrimmages. Register early! Wear gym clothes and tennis shoes.

BOWLING LEAGUE

Division I - Ages 13 and under

Division II - Ages 14 and up

Come and join this popular league at North Hill Lanes (located on Tienken, west of Rochester Road). RARA is sponsoring this league where bowlers will play 2 games, enjoy the new animated scoreboards and have a pizza banquet with awards at the conclusion of the program. The cost covers games, shoes, staff and banquet.

DINERS CLUB - Ages 14 and up

Bon appetit! Come and join us each one Monday of the 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. Drop off and pick up participants at the restaurant. Dinners are chaperoned. You must pre-register.

MOVIE - PIZZA NIGHT!

Ages 13 and up

Take one! Come and hang out with your friends and enjoy a new movie each month. The movies will be shown on a big screen. We'll also have a pizza snack, drink and raffles.

HOLIDAY DANCES

Events include a Dj, snacks, prizes and more! Check our brochure or call our office for dates and times.