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CUSR: Champaign-Urbana Special Recreation

CUSR: Champaign-Urbana Special Recreation

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          June 21 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
          Ages 7-12 Join us for a hands-on sensory adventure where you can explore a variety of textures, te...

          Sensory Swim

          June 30 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
          Enjoy family fun and sensory-friendly swimming at Sholem Aquatic Center! Sholem has various special ...
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Tasty Textures

June 21 @ 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Ages 7-12 Join us for a hands-on sensory adventure where you can explore a variety of textures, temperatures, and flavors through fun and interactive food experiences! From crunchy to creamy and everything in between,

Sensory Swim

June 30 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Enjoy family fun and sensory-friendly swimming at Sholem Aquatic Center! Sholem has various special sensory considerations and a water wheelchair. Please bring extra money for concessions

Sensory Swim

July 1 @ 9:30 am – 11:45 am
Enjoy family fun and sensory-friendly swimming at Sholem Aquatic Center! Sholem has various special sensory considerations and a water wheelchair. Please bring extra money for concessions
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C-U Dancing

July 5 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Ages 14+ Calling all dancers! This season’s dance theme is Walk of Fame where you get to dress like your favorite celebrity. Refreshments will be provided. Please call ahead if

Recent News

CUSR’s Christina Mott on Becoming a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

We are pleased to announce that CUSR Program Manager Christina Mott has become a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)! Read what Christina has to say about this impressive achievement and what it will mean for the future of Champaign-Urbana Special Recreation.

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Apply to the CUSR Advisory Committee to Make a Lasting Impact

Champaign-Urbana Special Recreation is excited to invite you to apply to be a member of the CUSR Advisor Committee! CUSR…

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CUSR’s Own, Nikiaya Brandon, Writes Next Dinner Theatre Performance

CUSR’s own, Nikiaya Brandon, writes CUSR’s next theatre performance titled Mystery of Fifth Avenue! This year’s show will be a…

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What is Special Recreation?

Providing safe and adaptable recreation for everyone

CUSR was formed by the Champaign and Urbana Park Districts to provide recreation programs and leisure services for residents with disabilities.

We ensure program safety and success by providing quality staff training, proper staff ratios, and adapting programs and equipment to the needs of the participants.

CUSR Scholarships

Enjoy our programs and events for half the price!

The CUSR Scholarship Program allows Champaign-Urbana in-district residents with disabilities who need financial assistance the ability to register for programming at half the cost.

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2212 Sangamon Drive
Champaign, IL 61821

217-819-3980

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To enhance the quality of life for residents with disabilities by providing accessible recreation programs and services.

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