June is full of fun at CUSR! Check out our Youth & Teen, Adult, Athletics, and Registration Deadlines by clicking through the tabs below.
Youth & Teen
Summer Youth Programs
For Kids Only
Ages 5-12
Join the fun for 2023! There will be games, crafts, sports, cooking, swimming, field trips, and more! CUSR Summer Youth Programs offer a safe and structured environment to explore, expand, and enjoy.
We are staffed with well-trained, outgoing individuals to make this summer the best ever! A 1:4 staff to participant ratio is observed whenever possible. The CUSR Summer Youth Program is open to any individual who has a disability.
We understand that it may be difficult to pay all costs up front. Because of this, we require a $10 non-refundable deposit per child per session to hold a spot. The reminder will be due two weeks before each week begins.
For Kids Only >>Camp Spirit
Ages 13-High School Graduate
Join the fun for 2023! There will be games, crafts, sports, cooking, swimming, field trips, and more! CUSR Summer Youth Programs offer a safe and structured environment to explore, expand, and enjoy.
We are staffed with well-trained, outgoing individuals to make this summer the best ever! A 1:4 staff to participant ratio is observed whenever possible. The CUSR Summer Youth Program is open to any individual who has a disability.
We understand that it may be difficult to pay all costs up front. Because of this, we require a $10 non-refundable deposit per child per session to hold a spot. The reminder will be due two weeks before each week begins.
Camp Spirit >>Fairytale Ball
Ages 5-22
Our annual youth & teen dance will feature pizza and snacks, dancing, games and great music!
Fairytale Ball >>Adult
Parks and Grub
Ages 16+
Pack up your favorite lunch and drinks to hang out with the CUSR crew. Each month we will go to a park around Champaign-Urbana and have a nice picnic with friends, while also enjoying outside games, music and complimentary sweet treats.
Parks and Grub >>
Swim ‘n Shady
Ages 16+
Take a plunge in the cool waters of relaxation. We will swim, then enjoy Jimmy John’s for lunch afterward. The meal is included in the fee.
Swim 'n Shady >>
Royal Tea Party
Ages 16+
Join us for an elegant Tea Party. Dress your fanciest and eat like royalty.
Royal Tea Party >>
Tie-Dye Party
Ages 14+
Time to get creative! Join in on the fun of crazy patterns, colors, and designs as we tie-dye some new summer fashion pieces.
Tie-Dye Party >>Other Great Adult Activities in June!
Adults’ Day-In Program
Ages 19+
Let us fill your day with fun crafts, games, and activities, while also hanging out with friends and experiencing new things within our community. Why stay at home when you c an be in the fun zone!
Adults' Day-In >>Karaoke Night!
Ages 14+
80s, 90s, early 2000s – let’s sing our way through the decades with karaoke! If you’ve got some awesome dance moves, don’t be shy, you c an bust those out too.
KaraokeCraft Time
Ages 16+
Get createive and find your inner artist. You will learn great techniques and take your projects home with you to enjoy!
Craft Time >>Big Screen Movie Night
Ages 16+
We’re brining the movie theater to CUSR! Enjoy buttery popcorn and a fun flick with friends as we show films on our large projector screen for all to see.
Big Screen Movie Night >>Karaoke Night
Ages 14+
80s, 90s, early 2000s – let’s sing our way through the decades with karaoke! If you’ve got some awesome dance moves, don’t be shy, you can bust those out too.
Flash Fun Friday>>Chillin’ at CUSR
Ages 16+
Fill the evening with a night of cards, Wii video games, board games, and more. Snacks are included.
Chillin' at CUSR >>The Vocapellas
Ages 18+
Do you love to sing? Join the Vocapellas group and sing today’s hits and more in different styles and arrangements. You will be taught in a 7-week course that will end in a performance for your family and friends.
The Vocapellas >>Chef Club
Ages 16+
Want to learn how to cook or brush up on the cooking skills that you have? This is the perfect program for you. This season we will focus on social media-inspired recipes. Put your aprons on and getting your stomachs ready for some great food to cook and enjoy!
Chef Club >>Improvish
Ages 16+
Learn more about the theater world and brush up on your theater skills! Join us for this fun prop, costume, and acting workshop!
Improvish >>City Tours
Ages 18+
Let’s see what C-U has to offer. Have some fun on cool community outings with food and activities to enjoy. Meals and admission are included in the fee.
City Tours >>Special Olympics & Athletics
Special Olympic Dates to Know
Summer Games
June 9 – June 11
Bloomington-Normal, IL
Mustang Fishing Club
Ages: 14+
Do you enjoy being outdoors while socializing with friends? This might be the perfect club for you. We welcome all skill levels of fishing. Join the CUSR Fishing Club and enjoy relaxing summer Sundays with us at Kaufmann Lake.
Mustang Fishing Club >>
Mustang Bowling
Ages: 13+
Practice your bowling skills this summer! Competitions with other area teams and Special Olympics will depend on current safety guidelines and will be TBA. All participants need to have a current Special Olympics Medical Application on file with CUSR by July 25; Medical Applications must be valid through December 3. If you need a new form, please visit the following link: https://cuspecialrecreation.com/downloads-and-resources/
Mustang Bowling >>
Volleyball
Ages: 13+
Learn the basic skills of volleyball or improve your skills. Players on this team will develop their serving, passing, and hitting skills. We will work on skills for both Modified and Traditional volleyball. Competitions with other area teams will depend on current safety guidelines and TBA. Athletes need to have a valid Special Olympics Medical Application on file with CUSR by July 25; Medical Applications must be valid through October 30. If you need a new form, please visit the following link: https://cuspecialrecreation.com/downloads-and-resources/
Volleyball >>Events & More
Our Summer Guide is out now! Visit the following link to see all the fun things we have planned for the summer.
https://cuspecialrecreation.com/cusr-program-guide/
June Deadlines
Youth & Teen Deadlines:
- Camp Spirit >> | Every 2 weeks in June
- For Kids Only Camp >> | Every 2 weeks in June
- Fairytale Ball >> | June 17
- Therapeutic Horseback Riding >> | June 17
Adult & Special Event Deadlines:
- Adults’ Day-In Program >> | May 25
- Chillin’ at CUSR >> | May 25
- Craft Time >> | May 28
- Swim ‘n Shady >> | May 28
- Big Screen Movie Night >> | May 29
- Parks and Grub >> | June 4
- Karaoke Night >> | June 7
- Chef Club >> | June 9
- Improvish >> | June 10
- The Vocapellas >> | June 14
- Royal Tea Party >> | June 15
- City Tours >> | June 17
- Tie-Dye Party >> | June 23
Athletics & Special Olympics:
- Mustang Bowling >> | May 31
- Volleyball >> | June 20