Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association (NISRA) — Elgin
Year-round sports and recreation programmes for children, teens and adults with disabilities through Elgin's membership in NISRA.
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What this is, in plain language
Year-round adaptive recreation programmes including sports, fitness, cultural activities and special events for children and adults with disabilities.
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- The City of Elgin is a member of NISRA, the Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association, allowing Elgin residents to register for year-round programmes at in-district rates.
- NISRA has served since 1976, offering sports, fitness, social, cultural, outdoor and preschool programmes plus camps, special events and trips for children, teens and adults of all ability levels.
- Special Olympics training and competition is available for athletes aged 8 and older with intellectual disabilities.
- Support across programmes includes adapted equipment, sign-language assistance and programme aides.
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