RGDSN Summer Program

Rio Grande Down Syndrome Network is providing a variety FREE summer programs for our individuals with Down Syndrome and some of the programs for a sibling or buddy. Each program has a maximum number of attendees. Therefore, register early - first come first serve. Program descriptions are located below with an option to sign up for that program. Also, please fill out camper information and parent/caregiver information as well. All programs are free of charge thanks to the Rio Grande Down Syndrome Network.

Please note, some of the programs have additional forms and waivers that must be completed. An email with those details will follow shortly after you register.

If you have questions, please email info@rgdsn.org.

List of Summer Activities (Scroll down for more information and to sign up):

- Bike Camp

- Cooking Class for Teenagers & Adults

- Art Class for Schoolage & Adults

- Volcano Vista Athletic Camps

- UNM Football Clinic

- SAGA Gymnastics

- Sunshine Music Class

- City of ABQ Swim Class

- Explora

Summer Program Details (Registration Opens First of April)

Bike Camp:
Requirements for Participation (Rider must meet all of below criteria):

· Minimum age - 8 years old
· Able to sidestep to both sides
· Have a disability
· Able to attend camp all 5 days
· Able to walk without assistive device
· Maximum weight 220 lbs.
· Willing and able to wear a properly fitted bike helmet
· Minimum inseam of 20” (measure from floor while rider is wearing sneakers)

· Accompanied by parent/guardian willing and able to intervene or assist staff as requested in addressing any prolonged disruptive or aggressive behavior

NOTE: Dropping-off Riders at the program is not permitted. A parent, legal guardian or other adult authorized to take responsibility for the Rider (e.g. another parent) must remain on site for duration of each day's 75-minute program.

Camp host:Rio Grande Down Syndrome Network
Camp dates:June 26, 2023 - June 30, 2023
Camp location: Volcano Vista High School Gym, 8100 Rainbow BLVD, Albuquerque, NM 87114
Fee: $75 deposit. If you attend the full duration of camp (75 minutes for 5 days), your deposit will be refunded.
Any family that has a financial hardship, please reach out to info@rgdsn.org and we will work with the family.

For questions please contact Billy Thiebaut at info@rgdsn.org

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Volcano Vista Athletic Camps
Dates: Basketball, Baseball and Soccer May 31-June 2

Age and Time: Basketball ages 6-14 & 9AM-Noon, Baseball ages 8-12 & 8:30AM-Noon, Soccer ages 8-15 9AM-11AM.

Location: 8100 Rainbow BLVD, 87114

Participants: Individual with Down Syndrome & Buddy/Sibling

What to wear: Athletic Gear.

What to bring: Water & Suncreen (Baseball and Soccer)

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UNM - Football Clinic

Come take part in a great opportunity to engage with Coach Gonzales and the UNM Football team. Coach and his team will run participants through a variety football and athletic skills at UNM Stadium (or Indoor Practive Field).

Date: Tuesday, June 13

Time: 11AM-Noon

Ages: 6-18 years old

Participants: Individual w/ DS and a Sibling or Buddy

Location: UNM Football Stadium - 1111 University Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106

SIGN UP FOR FREE BY CLICKING HERE

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City of ABQ - Swim Classes

Date: July 3-6 (Monday-Thursday)

Time: 10:00 -10:40 AM

Ages: Ages 6-16

Participants: Individual w/ DS

Location: West Mesa Pool -6705 Fortuna Rd NW

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Sunshine Music Therapy

Date: Tuesday, July 25 and Thursday, July 27

Time: Group 1 (3-7) 9-10AM & Group 2 (8-14) 10:30-11:30 AM

Location: 630 Manzano ST NE Suite A, Albuquerque, NM

Includes: Music Therapy

Ages: Ages 3-14

Max # of Participants: 12 in each group

Buddy and Siblings Welcome

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SAGA Gymnastic Camp - Ages 6-14

Fundamental gymnastics skills: basic movements, tumbling and body positions.

Dates: June 12-14 (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday)

Time: 11:15AM-12:15PM (structured gym from 11:15-11:45AM, open gym from 11:45-12:15PM)

Ages: 6-14

Location: 3400 Candalaria, Albuquerque, NM

Max # of Participants: 12

Deadline to Register: TBA

Particpants: Individuals w/ DS and Siblings and/or Buddies

More Information at: http://www.sagagymnastics.com/index.html

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Harwood Art Class with Emily

Come and enjoy Art activities with Emily. Emily will have interactive and fun art activities each day for participants. From painting to drawing and everyting else in between. It will be a great time.

Dates: July 11&12

Day: Tues & Wed

Time: 4:30-6:00 PM

Ages: 6-18

Location: Harwood Art Center - 1114 7th St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102

Max # of Participants: 12

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EXPLORA-tions Summer Camp

Innovative camps for children provides a safe, supportive and fun environment to explore science, technology, engineering, art and math.

Camps Available: July 10-14 (Our 5 Senses - K-2nd Grade - AM Session)

July 17-21 (What's Cooking in Chemistry - 3-5th Grade - AM Session)

July 24-28 (Whales to Worms - 3-5th Grade - PM Session)

Location: 1701 Mountain Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104

More Information: https://www.explora.us/programs/camps/

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Cooking & Art Classes - Teenagers and Adults

Jermiah's Place will be conducting COOKING &. ART classes for adults and teenagers.

Additional forms will be required prior to the camps. Limited Space available for classes. For more specific detaisl, contact Liz Silva at 505-710-8154.

ART CLASS - CANVAS PAINTING/WATERCOLOR

Flower pot – water/bird feeder
Canvas Paintings – seasonal – summer
Watercolor Painting – seasonal – Stain glass
Canvas Painting – Seasonal – Balloon fiesta

COOKING/NUTRITION CLASS

Nutrition – fruits – veggies – meats – breads – water

Quick easy simple recipes and how important it is to have

Good nutritional foods.

Bones - strength

Muscle strength

Brain foods

Weight control foods

Dates:

Cooking Class: (Teens and Adults) - June 6, 13, 20 & 27 (Tuesdays)

Art Class (Teens and Adults) - July 11, 18, 25 & 8/1 (Tuesdays)

Time: Noon-2:30PM for both classes (12-12:25 Check In, 12:15-1:15 First Class, 1:15-1:30 Break and Transition, 1:30-2:30 Second Class)

Location: Grace Church - 6901 San Antonio Dr NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109

Participants: Individuals with Down Syndrome

Max # of Participants: 15 per session/class

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