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Welcome To WDSRA!

The fun starts here! Special recreation at WDSRA brings you exciting programs created by expert staff dedicated to making sure every experience is a positive one. You get creative, innovative programming with opportunities to create social groups and make friends.

WDSRA has programs from as young as 3 years old to well into the senior years of life. There is something for every interest including: competitive and recreational athletics, Special Olympics, adaptive sports, music, dance, art, theater, social clubs, camps, trips, special events and more!

WHO WE ARE

The Western DuPage Special Recreation Association (WDSRA) was established in 1976 to expand recreational opportunities for individuals with special needs. It began with a summer day camp, soon followed by a bowling program. Today, WDSRA serves residents across nine communities—Bloomingdale, Carol Stream, Glen Ellyn, Naperville, Roselle, Warrenville, West Chicago, Wheaton, and Winfield. We offer hundreds of social and recreational programs year round. As a cooperative extension of each community’s park district, we take pride in providing inclusive, enriching programs for all.

OUR MISSION

We enrich lives, connect communities and create fun through inclusive recreational opportunities.

OUR VISION

A world of opportunities, belonging and individuals reaching their full potential.

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Welcome to WDSRA! Learn more about programs, services and what makes WDSRA the right choice for you.

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WDSRA is at the Bloomingdale Park District's Touch a Truck event today until noon at Springfield Park. Stop by and say hi! ... See MoreSee Less
Friday Field Trips = BIG fun at the DuPage Children’s Museum! Last week, our group had a blast splashing in the water, making bubbles, taking pictures of the ... See MoreSee Less

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Brochure Online Dates:
Fall: Mid-July
Winter/Spring: Mid-November
Camps: Early March
Summer: Mid-April

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Check out all the latest programs and events in our seasonal brochure.

Note: Because changes are sometimes necessary after program guides are created, not all changes may be published. For the most accurate registration details, please refer to the online registration portal.

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“Without WDSRA, I would not have a minute to myself and Alex would not have the opportunity to enjoy kids her own age.”

– WDSRA parent

National Parks and Recreation Association Gold Medal
Illinois distinguished agency award
Certificate of achievement for excellence in financial reporting