CONNECT • PLAY • BELONG
Local Recreation Opportunities
Explore inclusive and adaptive recreation close to home. Lexington and Burlington offer opportunities for people with disabilities to enjoy activities, build friendships, develop skills, and participate in community life.
Use the town links below for current programs, ages, schedules, fees, and registration. Offerings change by season; contact the recreation team to discuss the right fit and available supports.
Lexington
Therapeutic Recreation & Inclusion Support
Lexington provides specialized and inclusive recreation for people of all ages and abilities, including people with autism, intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities, and other disabilities. Programs focus on social connection, independence, physical activity, and community participation.
Families can complete an intake packet or arrange a meeting with the Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to discuss program fit. Inclusion services may also support participation in general recreation programs; request support early and confirm what staffing and accommodations are available.
Explore Lexington Therapeutic Recreation and intake information
Programs to Explore
Examples listed for fall 2026 include the following. Check each listing for current sessions and availability.
- Adaptive Combined Martial Arts — Adapted martial arts instruction for children and adults, with separate age groups. Review the directions-following and safety requirements.
- Adaptive Tennis — Youth and teen lessons using modified equipment, flexible rules, and individualized pacing to develop tennis skills and confidence.
- LexGo — Community activities and social connections for teens with disabilities, including experiences such as riding Lexpress and attending sensory-friendly movies. Confirm age/grade eligibility; one-to-one staff are not provided.
Browse Lexington programs & registration
General Recreation & Community Programs
Find seasonal classes, aquatics, community-center activities, and other recreation opportunities. Ask the therapeutic recreation team about inclusion support for a program that interests your family.
Visit Lexington Recreation & Community Programs
Therapeutic Recreation contact: Kate DeAngelis
kdeangelis@lexingtonma.gov · 781-698-4817
Community Center: 39 Marrett Road, Lexington
Burlington
Therapeutic Recreation
Burlington Parks & Recreation offers purposeful, engaging programs for people with disabilities of all ages. Its therapeutic recreation division emphasizes socialization, wellness, confidence, independence, and participation in the community.
The town’s Therapeutic Recreation page includes seasonal program information and a newsletter signup. Contact the team about current activities, age groups, available supports, and whether Lexington residents may participate.
Explore Burlington Therapeutic Recreation
Parks & Recreation Programs
Browse Burlington’s seasonal recreation brochure and follow the registration link for current offerings. Ask the recreation team about accessibility and accommodations for activities that interest your family.
View Burlington’s brochure and registration links
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist: Emma Andrus, CTRS
Parks & Recreation office: 781-270-1695
61 Center Street, Burlington
Before You Register
- Confirm ages, eligibility, dates, cost, and space availability directly with the provider.
- Discuss your participant’s strengths, interests, communication methods, and support needs.
- Ask about inclusion request deadlines, caregiver attendance, and any available fee assistance.
Information reviewed October 8, 2026 using official town and registration pages. Programs are operated by the respective towns; listing them here does not imply a LexSEPTA partnership or guarantee of availability.
