Join us in celebrating Coach Jim Bluemond as he gets ready to represent Special Olympics Illinois and Team USA at the 2025 World Games in Turin, Italy! Stop by Friday, February 21, from 5:30-7:00pm at Sunset Community Center in Geneva for a night of fun, recognition, and community spirit. Enjoy FREE pizza, a photo prop…

February is National Therapeutic Recreation Month!
Therapeutic Recreation uses recreation and leisure to improve physical, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being. Whether it’s adaptive sports, creative arts, or social programs, TR empowers individuals to reach their goals and enjoy life to the fullest.
Learn More About TR Month Here!

☀️ Summer Starts Here: Sneak Peek at 2025 Camp!
Get ready for an unforgettable summer! FVSRA’s Summer Day Camp is packed with adventure—swimming, field trips, arts, games, and more. Designed for individuals ages 5-22, our camps create inclusive, engaging experiences for all. Explore what’s in store before registration opens on Monday, March 3 at 7 AM—the countdown is on!
Take a Sneak Peek 🔎

2025 is the Year to Follow Your Path! 🌟
Our 2025 annual theme is all about fostering community and empowering all—this February, follow your path to kindness!
Learn More About Follow Your Path!
Mark Your Calendars!
Private Movie Rental with FVSRA Caregiver Network
You're invited to join us for our February Caregiver Network event, a private movie rental at Emagine Theatre in Batavia! This event is FREE, but you must RSVP! Space is limited at a first-come first-serve basis. RSVP using this link: https://forms.gle/p7PKpB8m7YVrEGvY6 DETAILS:• We will be watching Disney Pixar's Inside Out• The theatre will open at 2pm,…
Summer Camp Registration Opens! (Residents)
Get ready for an unforgettable summer! FVSRA’s Summer Day Camp is packed with adventure—swimming, field trips, arts, games, and more. Designed for individuals ages 5-22, our camps create inclusive, engaging experiences for all. Registration for non-residents opens on March 10th at 7am.…
News & Updates
Small Steps On Your Path to Wellness This Year
Written by Remy Rook, Athletics Manager at FVSRA As we kick off a new year, the theme of "Follow Your Path" encourages us to embrace our personal journeys toward monthly themes. This month, we are Following Our Path to Wellness! Wellness is a holistic concept that goes beyond just physical health. It encompasses mental, emotional,…
2024: A Year in Review 🌟
2024 at Fox Valley Special Recreation Association was a year full of growth, celebration, and community. Exciting new initiatives and beloved annual events created moments that highlighted the strength and spirit of our participants and families. Here are just a few of the memories that made this year so special: February: We celebrated the ribbon…
Embracing Winter Break: Tips for Families
Written by Rania Samawi, MS, CTRS, Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator at FVSRA Happy December! As the holiday lights go up around us and the weather gets colder, we know that the busy holiday season is nearing. As winter break approaches, families with special needs children may find themselves both excited and a bit anxious about the…
Building Confidence and Connections: The Power of Therapeutic Recreation for Social-Emotional Growth
Written by Jackie Jankowski, CTRS – Superintendent of Inclusion at FVSRA Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) is the process through which children and adults acquire the knowledge, attitudes, and skills they need to: recognize and manage their emotions; demonstrate caring and concern for others; establish positive relationships; make responsible decisions, and handle challenging situations constructively …
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The mission of FVSRA is to empower people with disabilities to participate in therapeutic recreation and leisure activities, which are essential to a rich life.
For more than 45 years, we have ensured equitable access to leisure and recreation activities for people of all ages and abilities.
Fox Valley Special Recreation Association (FVSRA) was formed in 1976 and is an extension of the Batavia, Fox Valley, Geneva, Oswegoland, St. Charles, Sugar Grove Park Districts, and South Elgin Parks & Recreation Department to provide a diverse range of year round recreational activities to enable residents with disabilities to experience active, healthy, and fulfilling lifestyles. FVSRA is the place to make friends, experience new activities, and become part of a supportive community!