Dorothy D. Gilmore Adaptive Recreation Center

1600 Purdue Drive, (910) 433-1000
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 am-7 pm

Where Abilities and dis-Abilities Become POSS-ABILITIES

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MISSION

Gilmore Adaptive Recreation Center offers recreation and leisure programs to persons with disabilities. Adaptive recreation provides opportunities to improve functional abilities, enhance well-being and facilitate independence; leisure education - to teach or enhance recreation skills and attitudes that can be used throughout life; and recreation participation - to promote health and growth through leisure and recreation experiences. The staff of Gilmore ARC uses recreational services and leisure experiences to help people with limitations make the most of their lives - physically, mentally, emotionally and socially.

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CENTER PROGRAMS

Adaptive Recreational Social Group

This program offers a little bit of arts and crafts, a little bit of exercise and a big bit of being with friends. Please bring a bagged lunch. Class meets weekly. Monthly pre-registration is required.
16+; Wed.; Sept.- May; 9 am-noon; $20/month

Adaptive Aerobics

Get your body moving! Our aerobics class is designed to be a little slower paced and less physically demanding than traditional aerobics. Instead, we will focus on range of motion and muscle movements at a slower pace.
12+; Mon. and Wed.; noon-1 pm; $40/month or $10/class

Adaptive Karate

This is an adaptive Martial Arts program with a concentration in: respect, discipline, self-control, self-esteem, confidence and responsibility. Class meets at Gilmore Recreation Center.
6+; Fri.; 3:30-4:30 pm; $35/month

Adaptive Chair Yoga

Try out Adaptive  Chair Yoga!  The class will  highlight a variety of  Yoga poses, sensory experiences to include movement using awareness of sights, sounds, smells, and physical feeling to enhance the practice. Pre registration is required.
All ages; Tuesday; 3:30-4:30pm; $40/month or $10/class 

Adaptive Zumba

Zumba is a fitness program that involves cardio and Latin-inspired dance. This program will be modified to be more inclusive. For more information please contact the center.
8+; Fri.; 1-2 pm; $40/month or $10/class

Creative Art Class

Come let your inner Picasso out. Each week will feature a new creative art project. Projects will range from Paper Mache to painting on canvas. Pre-registration is required.
10+; Thurs.; 3:30-4:30 pm; $35/month

Gilmore Baking 101

Learn basic baking skills by completing simple recipes from scratch. When the baking is done the eating can begin! Space is limited. Pre-registration is required. 
10+; 1st and 3rd Thurs.; 5-6:30 pm; $10/class

Please Pass the Peas

Join us in making simple meals to enjoy. This class will focus on simple meals that everyone can master with practice.  Every 2nd and 4th Thursday starting in September. Pre-registration is required.
12+; 2nd and 4th Thurs.; 5-6:30 pm; $10/class 

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SPECIAL EVENTS 

Halloween Dance: "Monster Mash"

The music will be bumping and all the spooky season friends will be coming out! Join us for the annual Halloween dance in your favorite costume as we dance the night away! We will have a costume showcase to let everyone show off. Light refreshments will be served. Volunteers are needed, please inquire with ARC staff to see how to volunteer.
14+; Fri., Oct. 25; 6:30-8:30 pm; $10/ticket

ARS Community Thanksgiving luncheon

ARS friends and family are invited to join us as we celebrate and give thanks during this special time of year. Sign up to bring a dish to share during our Thanksgiving luncheon and enjoy great food, fun, and time spent together with our exceptional community. Please bring your dish in a disposable container.
All ages; Wed., Nov. 20; 11 am – 12:30pm; Free

Santa's Workshop

We will have a special shop for our participants to come and do their holiday shopping right here at the Gilmore Recreation Center. All items sold are from donations. Prices will range from $1-$10. No registration needed. First come first served*.  If you would like to donate, please bring NEW items for donation to the center by December 1st. We will accept any new items that make good gifts. I.E. Candles, scarves, gloves, electronics, toys, kitchen items, Etc.
All ages; Wed., Dec. 11; 1-4 pm; Free

Holiday Dinner & A Movie Night

Join us for a festive feast and a classic holiday movie “Elf”. We will have all the dinner fixins’ to make it a great holiday meal. It is bound to be a wonderful evening. Pre-registration is required. Call for more information
All ages; Tues., Dec. 17; 6:00 – 8:30pm; $10

Girls & Guys Nights Out

Participants can enjoy a night out with old friends while making some new ones too! These family-friendly outings focus on community leisure opportunities, socialization and independence. Trips may include local sports events, movies, restaurants, shopping centers, and attractions. Registration fees will vary according to trip. Departures/pickups are at event locations. Pre-registration is required for all trips, dates/destinations are scheduled on select Friday evenings and are subject to change. Please inform staff when registering if participant will be traveling with a caregiver.
16+; Fri., 5-9 pm; Fees vary according to trip
November: Mall Walking
December: Christmas Lights in The Park

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SPECIAL OLYMPICS CUMBERLAND COUNTY

Special Olympics Cumberland County (SOCC) is a branch of Special Olympics North Carolina (SONC). SOCC provides year-round sports training and competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Participants have the opportunity to train and compete in the Special Olympic Competition in 14 different sports. Practice times and locations vary. For updates on registration and programs please check the SOCC Facebook page or call 433-1548. 

SOCC Spring/Summer Sports Registration

Spring sports registration information and updates will be posted on the SOCC Facebook page. Athletes are required to have a Special Olympic Athlete Participation Form on file, which includes a physical in order to register.
8+; Free

SOCC Fall Sports Registration

Fall sports registration information and updates will be posted on the SOCC Facebook page. Athletes are required to have a Special Olympic Athlete Participation Form on file, which includes a physical in order to register.  8+; Free

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BUDDY SPORTS

The purpose of Buddy Sports is to give children with disabilities the chance to learn the basics of each individual sport, to promote skill development, cooperation and the making of new friends. The primary emphasis while the game is being taught is for the children to have fun, get exercise and become a part of the team. The program utilizes the “buddy system”:  children with physical and mental disabilities are paired, if necessary, with a non-disabled buddy from our group of volunteers. All players will get a "buddy" to assist them as needed, allowing the player as much independence as preferred. A birth certificate and the fee are required at the time of registration. Participants may register at any FCPR recreation center. The buddies are volunteers from local organizations, school athletic teams, service groups, friends and family of athletes. Volunteers are always needed! Call 433-1569 for more information.
5+; $20
Baseball: Registration is Jan. 1-March 1
Indoor Soccer: Registration is April 1-June 1
Flag Football: Registration is June 1-Aug. 1
Basketball:  Registration is Oct. 1 - Dec. 1

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