Our vision is to provide clients, of all abilities, with an equal opportunity to access meaningful activities through community involvement, intentional recreation, sport, and art programming.Recreation offers a variety of programs that run weekly and seasonally including:• Health and Wellness• Arts and Crafts• Cooking • Bowling Leagues • Social clubs• Special Olympics of Massachusetts• Special Interest Programs • Friday Night Happenings• Saturday Community ActivitiesThe Northeast Arc Recreation Department runs on a fiscal year calendar starting July 1 and ending June 30. We run our programs in 6 different sessions throughout the fiscal year; all are open enrollment and offer new and exciting programs! Each session runs for 8 weeks at a time. Our schedule is below (approximate dates):Summer Session: July - AugustSession 1: August - OctoberSession 2: October - DecemberSession 3: January - FebruarySession 4: February - AprilSession 5: April - JuneProgram descriptions, pricing, and staffing ratios can all be found online by visiting RecDesk at nearcrec.recdesk.com.All new clients are required to schedule an intake meeting with the Director of Recreation before attending programs, and may include parents, legal guardians, etc. Learn about current programs offered by Northeast Arc’s Recreation program. To see schedules and pricing visit nearcrec.recdesk.com.New or Inquiring RecDesk MembersCreate an account for the client interested in attending.The purpose of creating an account is to gather information about the client interested in attending, gather emergency contact information, and ensure Recreation can meet the client’s needs. • Wait 5-7 daysto receive an email [email protected] to your email addresslisted on your account.• Make sure to check your spam folder.• The email will be requesting an intake via Teamsor in person.• Intakes take 30-45 minutes to complete.• Choose the best time and day for you and the client (must be present during intake).• The account will not be approved until you havecompleted an intake with the Recreation Departmentto ensure Recreation can meet the client’s needs.*A strict staffing ratio for each program is maintained; that ratio is included in the program description which can be located on Rec Desk. Please consider the ratios when determining if a program is an appropriate fit.Registration is required to attend programming and no drop in/off are allowed at this time. Registration closes after one week; however, if you miss the open window, contact us at [email protected] or add your client to the wait list for that specific program. **Adding clients to the wait list allows us to determine program needs. The team will do their best to accommodate all clients when possible. Please note you may be removed from the waitlist as late as 48 hours prior to the start of a Friday Night Happenings or Saturday Community Activity due to cancellations.Contact Northeast Arc RecreationDirector of Recreation: 978-924-5787Lead Recreation Specialist: 978-924-5818Senior Manager of Recreation and Outreach: 978-924-5196For general [email protected]
Existing RecDesk MembersEnsure that your profile is up to date and provides accurate information (i.e., Address, emergency contact information, medical conditions, and allergies).Northeast Arc RecreationPolicies and Procedures Payments are due in full before a program begins; please note that registration is not complete until payment is processed. Please pay online on RecDesk via credit card. If paying with a check, please mail and make checkspayable to:Northeast Arc RecreationATTN: Director of Recreation100 Independence Way STE D3Danvers, MA 01923Cancellation PolicyFor Monday - Friday Recreation Programming, a 24-hour cancellation notice via email to [email protected] or phone call to 978-924-5353 is required for a credit on your account if paid in full.• If you have not paid in full your invoice will beadjusted accordingly.• If you do not notify the Recreation Departmentabout your cancellation; you will be charged for theprogram missed.For Saturday Recreation Programming, 48 – 72 hours cancellation notice via email to [email protected] or phone call to 978-924-5353 is required for a credit on your account if paid in full.• If you have not paid in full, your invoice will beadjusted accordingly.• If you do not notify the Recreation Departmentabout your cancellation; you will be charged for theprogram missed.Inclement Weather CancellationsIf the Recreation Department must cancel programming due to inclement weather, staffing or any other unforeseeable event the following will occur:• An email from [email protected] will be sentproviding all applicable information.• Your account will be adjusted accordingly.Approved DDS Funded ClientsAllocation for DDS funding are accepted through:• Adult Autism Support Center• Family Resource CenterPayment Process• Select fee type ‘DDS’.• Go to check out.• Select Invoice Me (Pay Later).Flex Funding FormBy selecting invoice me later; you are agreeing to submit a Flex Funding Form to be kept on file for the remainder of the fiscal year.Flex Funding Forms can be found in the FORMS tab at the top of the RecDesk website.• Select the form that matches your funding source (listed above).• The Recreation Department willsubmit yoursignedflex funding form to the appropriate Northeast Arcallocation center.
Transportation InformationTransportation drop-off and pick up is required for all recreation programming, including Friday Night Happenings and Saturday Community Activities.To help us provide safe, quality programs, participants are to be escorted into program sites. It’s very important that you do not leave anyone at a program site without confirming that program staff has arrived. Before leaving the building, please ensure that the participant is checked in with a member of the Recreation staff.Participants should not arrive more than 15 minutes early nor be picked up more than 15 minutes after the program ends. If your family member will be utilizing The Ride or any other transportation service, please schedule drop-off as close to the program time as possible. The safety of our participants is paramount.Emergency ProtocolNortheast Arc Recreation staff will not utilize restraints in any situation. In the event of an emergency or severe behavioral occurrence, the supervising employee will call 911, safely secure the area, and notify the parent/guardian immediately. In the event of minor injuries — bumps, bruises, scrapes — first aid will be administered on-site.Special Olympics of MassachusettsNortheast Arc has partnered with Special Olympics Massachusetts to provide free sports training and the ability to participate in various competitions. We offer 15 different sports throughout four sport seasons. Through sports we are able to teach the importance of exercise and teamwork as well as build strength, confidence, and achieve new goals. If interested in becoming an athlete, please contact Aiyanna Lamkin at [email protected] ActivitiesMondayDance with Kim4:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.Ratio 6:1Cost: $ 175Location: Liberty Tree Mall Each class will begin with some stretching and strengthening, followed by some dance moves across the floor, and a fun upbeat high energy dance combination to finish class!! Dance to the music, explore your creative side, let loose with some cool moves and be ready for some fun!Kim has been at the NeArc offering dance and movement class sessions since 2023. It is the highlight of her dance teaching career to work with our amazing community.Yoga with Kat 5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. Cost: $175Location: Liberty Tree MallKat is the owner of Cherry on Top Yoga + Wellness, a 200‑hour Registered Yoga Teacher, and a Reiki Master. Yoga inspires her to live and cherish her moments freely, and that perspective shapes the way she shares her practice with others.Cherry On Top Yoga + Wellness offers regular group classes, 1:1 sessions, corporate wellness programs, workshops, events, and team‑building experiences. Kat guides students through a variety of practices, including Vinyasa, Slow Flow, Yin, and Restorative yoga, and works with children, adults, seniors, and individuals with diverse abilities. She creates sessions that are welcoming and adaptable, offering gentle assists, a steady presence, and sprinkles of humor. When she’s not leading sessions, Kat enjoys time with her family, traveling, being outdoors, and sharing playful moments with their chocolate lab, Riley. She encourages each person to honor themselves for showing up, helping yoga feel approachable and rooted in real‑life experience.Cooking5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.Cost: $180Ratio: 4:1Location: Liberty Tree MallDiscover the joy of cooking during this 8-week hands-on culinary program! Whether you’re a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, you’ll learn about essential kitchen techniques, food and knife safety, and cook all different types of recipes. Come hungry and leave full, as you will get to enjoy a delicious meal and yummy dessert that you and your friends prepare. All clients will be given a folder with all the information introduced, along with copies of all recipes.
To enroll in this program, participants must complete an online kitchen preparedness survey. Registration will not be confirmed without completing this form.*Reminder to all participants: Closed toed shoes in the kitchen are a must during this program. Please do not wear flip flops, sandals, or crocs (with the holes, solid crocs are fine) to cooking class.**Registration for the entire 6 weeks is required. **TuesdayPickleball @ The Picklr4 p.m. - 5 p.m. Cost: $200Ratio: 6:1Location: Liberty Tree MallPickleball has been the fastest growing sport in the country, and Recreation has been lucky enough to start a brand-new partnership with The Picklr, right across the street from us! This program is designed to be about getting active, building skills, and having fun. We will be learning the pickleball fundamentals, doing guided drills, learning the rules, scores, and basically everything you need to know to play the sport. Recreation will provide the necessary equipment (paddles and balls). Clients will need to wear clothes to be active in, bring water, a good attitude, and a willingness to try something new!Studio Art @ the Arc5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Cost: $175Ratio: 6:1Location: Liberty Tree MallJoin Recreation for 8 weeks of Art with the Arc. Tap into your creativity when you join us at the Liberty Tree Mall for our Studio Arts program, on Tuesday evenings! During this 8-week program you will participate in a variety of creative endeavors including: crafting, painting, drawing, sculpting and much more. This is a beginner level class that strives to accommodate all abilities. ***Registration for the 8-week series is required.***Boxing at TITLE Boxing5 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. Cost: $175Ratio: 6:1Location: 29 Andover St, Danvers, MA 01923Train like a boxer and feel like a champion with our 45-minute classes. Once you get in your zone (this doesn’t take long), the class will fly by and you won’t even believe it’s over once the final bell rings. Your 45-Minute Class will consist of: 7 minutes of ramp-up + 8 bag rounds/active recovery + 7 minutes of core and strength. This class is just boxing!IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR NEW TITLE BOXING MEMBERS: Boxing gloves and wraps must be purchased before attending class and are not included in the 8-week series cost. One can purchase this equipment at Title Boxing on the first day of class.***Registration for the 8-week series is required. ***WednesdayBowling at Sunnyside Bowladrome4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.Cost: $175 Ratio: 8:1Location: 176 Water St, Danvers, MA 01923 Join us at Sunnyside Bowladrome in Danvers for an exciting afternoon of bowling with friends. Please arrive at this program as close to 4 pm as possible. The first game begins no later than 4:10pm, with the program ending between 5-5:30pm. Each player bowls 2 games. In this program we focus on turn taking skills, social skills, and good sportsmanship.***Registration for the 8-week series is required. ***Drums Alive Fitness5 p.m. - 6 p.m. Cost: $140Ratio: 6:1Location: Liberty Tree Mall Drums Alive is a program that fosters a healthy balance physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially. During the class, you will get to move, groove, and sing your heart out while getting a full-body workout in. We work on basic drumming skills, drumming patterns and teaching each other what we
have learned. Join us on Wednesday evenings for a night of music and moving!***Registration for the 8-week series is required. ***ThursdayKarateCost: $150Ratio: 4:1Time: 5:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m.Location: Liberty Tree MallHiya! Join us for a fun filled hour of karate led by Sensei Lorelle, a second degree brown belt with 5 years of mixed martial arts experience! Expect to get your heart pumping with jumping jacks, push-ups, sit ups, and more! We will work on blocks, punches, kicks, and stances. Each class will end with a cool down stretch and a focus on mindfulness. We can’t wait to see you at the “dojo!”Gaming Club5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.Cost: $145Ratio: 4:1Location: Liberty Tree MallCome to the Liberty Tree mall every Thursday and experience something with the “Gaming Club!” We will offer all sorts of activities for a variety of participation levels- casual, social, and competitive. The program will focus on teaching new games and building current skills to better enjoy these games. We also encourage participants to bring their own handheld console, or Nintendo switch games to share, if they desire. Friday Night Happenings3/6 Music Night Cost: $25Ratio: 5:1Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Location: LTMStep into the groove during our music night at the Liberty Tree Mall. We’ll be belting out our favorite karaoke tunes, dancing nonstop in the party room, and chilling to the sounds of the music. Musical themed rooms and endless good energy to start the first Friday night of the new session.*A snack will be provided.3/13 DanceCost: $25Ratio: 5:1Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PMLocation: Torigian Family YMCA – Peabody259 Lynnfield Street – Peabody, MA 01960We’re back at the Peabody YMCA! Join us for a St. Patrick’s Day Dance filled with great music, high-energy moves, and a whole lot of cheer. Wear your best green and come celebrate the luck of the Irish with friends, fun, and nonstop dancing!*A snack will be provided.3/20 Guided Paint NightCost: $35Ratio: 5:1Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Location: LTMIt’s time to get creative at our Guided Paint Night! Follow step-by-step instructions to create your own masterpiece. All materials are provided, and everyone is encouraged to express themselves in a fun atmosphere. Get ready to paint, relax, and enjoy!*A snack will be provided.3/27 Double Feature Movie NightCost: $25Ratio: 5:1Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Location: LTMA double feature movie night is happening at the LTM! We’re showing two awesome movies at the same time, and you get to pick which one you want to watch. Dress comfy and enjoy a snack and movie with your friends.**Please note that the movie you pick is the movie you will watch during the entire program.***A snack will be provided.4/3 Spring Holiday Mash-upCost: $25Ratio: 5:1Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Location: LTMAre you ready for a springtime mash-up? Will we be celebrating April Fools, Easter, or both? Think of this night as an evening of laughter and silliness, but we’ll throw in some sweet treats as well. You can EGGspect to have a good time with a whole lot of springtime mischief!*A snack will be provided.4/10 BINGO NightCost: $25Ratio: 5:1Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Location: LTMB-I-N-G-O is back! Come on down to the mall for a friendly yet competitive night of BINGO with your friends. A win for you means that you’ll get to choose one cool prize from the prize room.*A snack will be provided.
4/17 DanceCost: $25Ratio: 5:1Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Location: AOH Peabody58 Lowell Street – Peabody, MA 01960Spring is in the air! Let’s dance into warmer weather at the AOH in Peabody with great music, sunny vibes and fun with friends. Shake out those winter blues and celebrate the new season with a night of dancing and good times. *A snack will be provided.4/24 Video Game NightCost: $25Ratio: 5:1Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Location: LTMIt’s time to level up this Friday night. Join us at our space at the mall to hang out with your friends for some friendly video game competition. Grab a controller, challenge your friends, and have some fun!*A snack will be provided.Saturday Activities3/7 SkyZoneCost: $65Ratio: 4:1Time: 10 a.m. - NoonLocation: Liberty Tree MallCome get your jump on this afternoon at Sky Zone! After we’re done jumping we’ll return to our space in the mall for lunch. Feel free to pack your own or bring additional funds to pick up lunch in the mall!3/14 Pi(e)-DayCost: $60Ratio: 4:1Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.Location: LTMJoin us in celebrating this fantastical, mathematical, wild, wacky π day! We’ll spend the day making and enjoying all types of pie, hanging out with friends, and playing games at the Liberty Tree Mall. We will be making and enjoying our own pizza for this activity.3/21 Re-Create Studio Cost: $60Ratio: 5:1Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.Location: LTMHeidi of Re-Create Studio is back and ready to create some spring themed magic for this Saturday’s activity. Please meet us at our Liberty Tree Mall location where we will spend the day crafting and hanging with friends. You can pack a lunch or bring additional funds to buy lunch from somewhere within the mall. We can’t wait to hang out with all of you and see what you create! 3/28 Transportation: Archery Games BostonCost: $90 Ratio: 4:1Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.Location: 121 Webster Avenue, #3 Chelsea, MA 02150Today we’re travelling to Archery Games in Chelsea! For this TRANSPORTATION OUTING, please meet us at the Liberty Tree Mall to load up and travel to this exciting new activity! Join us for a day of friendly competition as we explore combat archery, a combination of dodgeball and archery designed to get you moving and your adrenaline flowing! The game is safe and family friendly, suitable for ages 8 and up. Each session is 75 minutes, and no experience is required. All training and equipment is provided on the day. Please be sure to pack a lunch to refuel after all such an exciting afternoon! TRANSPORTATION IS BEING PROVIDED FOR THIS ACTIVITY.4/4 Roller WorldCost: $45Ratio: 4:1Time: Noon - 2 p.m.Location: 425R Broadway, Saugus, MACome spend some time in the rink having fun on skates or blades! Be aware that it is a hardwood floor that we will be skating on, so we will do our best to be careful. Roller World has a snack bar and a small arcade if you would like to bring money for these additional costs.Helmets or kneepads/elbow pads might be a great option to bring.4/11 Lion King Jr 10 A.M. SHOWCost: $55Ratio: 4:1Time: 9:45 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Location: NSMTJoin us for a nostalgic morning with friends at the Northshore Music Theater as we watch Lion King Jr. Surround yourself with fun and friends as we settle in to experience this show. Please bring additional funds for concessions if you desire. A description of the show is included below: “Based on the hit 1994 Disney movie and Broadway musical, Disney’s The Lion King JR. is the timeless tale of Simba, a young lion destined for greatness, as he journeys from exile back to his rightful place as king. Along the way back to the Pridelands, Simba discovers the true meaning of courage, identity, and family. Featuring iconic songs like “Circle of Life,” “Hakuna Matata,” and “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King,” Disney’s
The Lion King JR. is an unforgettable musical adventure perfect for audiences of all ages.”4/11 Lion King Jr 2 P.M. SHOWCost: $55Ratio: 4:1Time: 1:45 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: NSMTJoin us for a nostalgic afternoon with friends at the Northshore Music Theater as we watch Lion King Jr. Surround yourself with fun and friends as we settle in to experience this show. Please bring additional funds for concessions if you desire. A description of the show is included below: “Based on the hit 1994 Disney movie and Broadway musical, Disney’s The Lion King JR. is the timeless tale of Simba, a young lion destined for greatness, as he journeys from exile back to his rightful place as king. Along the way back to the Pridelands, Simba discovers the true meaning of courage, identity, and family. Featuring iconic songs like “Circle of Life,” “Hakuna Matata,” and “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King,” Disney’s The Lion King JR. is an unforgettable musical adventure perfect for audiences of all ages.”4/18 Mini Golf @ Richardson’sCost: $45Ratio: 4:1Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.Location: Middleton, MAWe’ve got an afternoon of adventure planned at Richardson’s! We’ll start our day playing mini golf, then venture inside to eat our lunch and enjoy a sweet treat. Please be sure to pack your own lunch and bring additional funds for your sweet treat! 4/25 Transportation: Hammond CastleCost: $75Ratio: 4:1Time: 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.Location: Gloucester, MAToday’s TRANSPORTATION activity will start at the Liberty Tree Mall where we’ll step into our time machines and travel up the coast to the stunning Hammond Castle in Gloucester, MA! We’ll spend a majority of our adventure exploring the castle in small groups and then settling for a picnic lunch on the grounds before travelling back to the future and sending everyone home. TRANSPORTATION IS BEING PROVIDED FOR THIS ACTIVITY.The Northeast Arc was founded in 1954 by families of children with developmental disabilities—families who wanted to raise their sons and daughters as full members of their communities, mostly in cities and towns north of Boston. Those families were truly pioneers. They, and their successors over the decades, challenged the conventional wisdom that said their children could not be educated, would not live to become adults and could not lead satisfying lives. Working together, these families created support systems—from nursery schools to employment programs—that enabled their children to attend public schools, develop friendships, live where they wanted to live, and earn a paycheck.Gradually, those support systems expanded to include a broader range of disabilities. Today, through the joint efforts of a skilled professional staff and a large volunteer corps, we positively impact the lives of more than 10,000 people with disabilties and their families in nearly 200 Massachusetts communities. Northeast Arc offers a wide variety of services covering the full spectrum of an individual’s life—from early intervention following birth to end-of-life care. Our programs include: • Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), including center-based ABA • Autism coaching and resources • Day habilitation • Early intervention • Employment supports and skills training• Home health care• Independent and supported in-home living • Personal care management • Referrals and advocacy • Social/recreational programming • Support groupsCenter for Linking LivesLiberty Tree Mall100 Independence Way STE D3Danvers, MA 01923
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