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Milwaukee Recreation Therapeutic Recreation

Milwaukee Recreation

Milwaukee, Wisconsin - Milwaukee County County

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Last checked

May 31, 2026

Area

Milwaukee-Madison

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Map and directions

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5225 W. Vliet Street, Milwaukee, WI 53208

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Provider overview

Milwaukee Recreation gives Milwaukee families a public recreation pathway for disability-specific classes, social outings, swim instruction, arts, cooking, bowling, and accommodations through a citywide recreation department.

Milwaukee Recreation is the public recreation department for Milwaukee Public Schools and offers community centers, sports, aquatics, enrichment, and Therapeutic Recreation programs across Milwaukee.

Quick facts

Ages
Individuals with disabilities; summer Club Rec. materials name ages 3-21 and other classes vary by activity
Season
Year-round recreation guide plus seasonal Club Rec. and class sessions
Cost
Fees vary by class, guide season, residency, and registration rules. Families should confirm scholarships, support needs, staffing ratio, location, waitlists, and refund rules before registering.

Location contacts

Public contacts that may help you reach the right office. Confirm before visiting.

1 public contact

Milwaukee Recreation Central Office

5225 W. Vliet Street, Milwaukee, WI 53208

Families should use the current Milwaukee Recreation guide to confirm the specific activity, age range, staffing, support needs, location, and registration deadline.

Programs and offerings

Source-linked details we found. Current options may differ, so confirm directly.

Program details found
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Therapeutic Recreation classes and adaptive activities

Current activity guide, Club Rec. eligibility, swim instruction, arts, cooking, bowling, outings, staff ratio, cost, registration, accommodation requests, and site assignment.

Ages
Individuals with disabilities; summer Club Rec. materials name ages 3-21 and other classes vary by activity
Season
Year-round recreation guide plus seasonal Club Rec. and class sessions
Schedule
Milwaukee Recreation says classes are offered throughout the year at various city locations. Families should check the current guide and registration portal for class dates.
Cost
Fees vary by class, guide season, residency, and registration rules. Families should confirm scholarships, support needs, staffing ratio, location, waitlists, and refund rules before registering.
How we checked this listing (1 public source)

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Listing check

Last checked
May 31, 2026
Why this is listed
Milwaukee Recreation's official Therapeutic Recreation page describes year-round recreation for individuals with disabilities, ages 3-21 summer programs, trained staff, a 1-to-4 staff/participant ratio, adaptations for active participation, social gatherings, creative arts, outings, swim instruction, bowling, cooking, and direct Therapeutic Recreation contact information.
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Location contacts
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Program details we found

Therapeutic Recreation classes and adaptive activities

Milwaukee Recreation's official Therapeutic Recreation page describes year-round recreation for individuals with disabilities, ages 3-21 summer programs, trained staff, a 1-to-4 staff/participant ratio, adaptations for active participation, social gatherings, creative arts, outings, swim instruction, bowling, cooking, and direct Therapeutic Recreation contact information.

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Inclusion and support details

What the provider says: The source names individuals with disabilities, trained staff, adaptations, 1-to-4 staff/participant ratio, swim instruction, social gatherings, group outings, fitness, cooking, bowling, inclusion, equity, and accommodations.

Access notes to confirm: This listing is included because public information connects Milwaukee Recreation to adaptive recreation, disability inclusion, sensory support, accessible recreation, or family support. Families should still confirm current dates, age fit, support model, accessibility, cost, registration steps, location details, and whether the program matches their specific needs before attending.

What we checked

What we found: Milwaukee Recreation's official Therapeutic Recreation page describes year-round recreation for individuals with disabilities, ages 3-21 summer programs, trained staff, a 1-to-4 staff/participant ratio, adaptations for active participation, social gatherings, creative arts, outings, swim instruction, bowling, cooking, and direct Therapeutic Recreation contact information.

We avoid ranking, recommending, evaluating quality, or making safety claims. Use the source links and contact the provider before enrolling.

Sources used

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What to confirm

  • Openings, deadlines, cost, and cancellation rules.
  • Ages, eligibility, forms, and first-visit expectations.
  • Support model, staff preparation, supervision, and safety policies.
  • Exact location, entrance, parking, equipment, and what to bring.

Questions to ask before you register

Use these as a starting point. They are not a quality rating or recommendation.

  • Do you currently have openings, waitlists, deadlines, or intake steps?
  • What ages, support needs, communication needs, mobility needs, or supervision levels can this specific program support?
  • What should families know about cost, financial assistance, cancellation rules, forms, and first-visit expectations?
  • For swim: is instruction one-on-one or group-based, and what water safety, changing-room, transfer, sensory, and caregiver-participation details should we confirm?
  • For sensory-friendly activities: what changes are made to sound, lighting, crowds, timing, quiet space, and re-entry?
  • Who should families contact to talk through accommodations before registering?

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Common questions

Is Milwaukee Recreation Therapeutic Recreation reviewed for quality by Inclusive Programs Guide?

No. This listing is informational and based on public sources. It is not a rating, ranking, quality review, or safety evaluation.

What information should families confirm with Milwaukee Recreation?

Families should confirm current availability, registration deadlines, eligibility, support level, staff training, safety policies, cost, schedule, and fit before enrolling.

Where did the listing information come from?

The listing is based on public source links, provider pages, public agency pages, directories, or reviewed provider-submitted updates shown on the page when available.

Inclusive Programs Guide is an informational directory based on publicly available information and provider-submitted updates. We do not endorse, recommend, medically evaluate, assess quality, guarantee safety, confirm credentials, or determine suitability of any provider, program, accommodation, or activity. Listing order, search results, ads, or sponsored placements should not be interpreted as a ranking, recommendation, or endorsement. Program details may change. Families should contact providers directly to confirm current availability, eligibility, support level, staff training, safety policies, cost, schedule, credentials, and fit before enrolling.