According to the National Consortium for Physical Education and Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities, recreational activities contribute to an individual’s quality of life by:
- Promoting physical activity as part of an active lifestyle
- Developing fundamental motor skills necessary for participating in individual and team sports
- Increasing physical independence and/or mobility
- Enhancing self-esteem and self-image
- Establishing friendships with peers of all abilities
| Access to Recreation Webinar |
| Did you miss the Access to Recreation Webinar Session on Exemplar Playground Projects? The webinar session archive, transcript and presenter notes are now available on the National Center on Accessibility web site. Find out more about the exemplar projects in South Bend (IN), Circleville (OH), and Woodridge (IL). |