TIRS: Sports n Splash!

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Description

Splish Splash! Are you ready to play pool games, sports and socialize with your peers this Spring? If so, join us for an AWESOME pool program in the brand-new Marion Diehl Pool! SPORTS N SPLASH is a fun-filled aquatic program for people ages 18 and up with a disability - This is NOT a swim lesson program.

Volunteers will assist participants in the pool by modeling the activities, verbally prompting, and encouraging participants to follow along. Volunteers will help guide participants in the pool to the various spots being used and assist in activities as needed. Volunteers should be comfortable in the water, but swimming is not required. 

  • Volunteers are required to wear appropriate swim attire, NO bikinis or Speedos!
  • Female bathing suits must be 1 piece or a 'tankini' style that covers the midriff.
  • Male bathing suits should consist of trunks.
  • A t-shirt is recommended to wear over swimsuits.
  • You MUST be at least 18 years old to Volunteer with Therapeutic & Inclusive Recreation Services (TIRS) programs.
  • Volunteers may register to help with any or all dates of this 8-week program. If you plan to continue Volunteering on an ongoing basis, please contact VolunteerServices@MeckNC.gov to receive a link to the Park & Recreation Volunteer Enrollment application!

QUESTIONS? Contact Jacquelyn.Williams@mecklenburgcountync.gov or 704-607-7879.

Details

Get Connected Icon Volunteers should be between the ages of 18 and 80.
Get Connected Icon Is Not Outdoors
Get Connected Icon Is Wheelchair Accessible
Get Connected Icon Wear appropriate swim gear - no bikinis or Speedos!
Get Connected Icon Requires: Positions Requiring Background Check

Location

Get Connected Icon Marion Diehl Recreation Center - Pool
2219 Tyvola Road
Charlotte, NC  28210

Shifts

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