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American Therapeutic Recreation Association

ATRA is the largest national membership organization representing the interests and needs of recreational therapists.

Recreational therapists are healthcare providers who use recreational therapy interventions for improved functioning of individuals with illness or disabling conditions. ATRA, was incorporated in the District of Columbia in 1984 as a non-profit, grassroots organization in response to growing concern about the dramatic changes in the healthcare industry.

07/24/2025

ATRA SAN ANTONIO BONUS DAY! 📣

Did you hear the amazing news? We’ve added a Bonus Day at Morgan’s Sports to your ATRA San Antonio experience! The Bonus Day features:

🎾 An exclusive guided tour of Morgan’s Wonderland (0.2 CEUs), the world’s first Ultra-Accessible™ theme park
⚾️ A hands-on Adaptive Sports Demo at Morgan’s Sports (0.15 CEUs), an incredible 3-acre Ultra-Accessible™ sports center
🏀 An Adaptive & Inclusive Sports Expo and social event with community service opportunities!

Thanks to a generous partnership with Morgan’s Sports, this incredible Bonus Day is included in your ATRA San Antonio registration at no extra cost! 👏

The ATRA San Antonio Bonus Day will take place on Friday, October 17, 2025, from 12:00-7:30 PM at Morgan's Sports. We hope you’ll join us in San Antonio a day early to enjoy this once in a lifetime opportunity! ⚽️

Details are still developing—learn more about Morgan’s Sports, Morgan’s Wonderland, and all things San Antonio at the link below. Learn, Play, Give Back. 🧡

https://www.atra-online.com/san-antonio

07/22/2025

CHECK OUT ATRA'S ADVOCACY PAGE! 📣

ATRA is devoted to promoting and supporting the recreational therapy profession through our strategic advocacy efforts, which ensure that lawmakers and other influential organizations are aware of recreational therapy’s vital services. Learn more about how ATRA advocates for you at the link below. We're stronger together. 🧡

https://www.atra-online.com/advocacy

07/19/2025

ATRA SAN ANTONIO EARLY BIRD ENDS 7/31! 📣

Join us in San Antonio for an unforgettable Summit on the Future of Recreational Therapy (October 17-20, 2025). Our conference venue is just steps away from the famous River Walk and the historic Alamo! Early Bird pricing is available until July 31st. 👏

Check out the program, learn about our recently announced Bonus Day, and review all Summit details at the link below. We can't wait to see you in San Antonio! The Future of Recreational Therapy Starts Here. 🧡

https://www.atra-online.com/san-antonio

07/17/2025

ATRA SAN ANTONIO PROGRAM AVAILABLE! 📣

We're thrilled to announce that the ATRA San Antonio program and session descriptions are now available! We hope you'll join us in San Antonio for an unforgettable Summit on the Future of Recreational Therapy (October 17-20, 2025). Our conference venue is just steps away from the famous River Walk and the historic Alamo! 👏

Early Bird pricing is available until July 31st. Check out the program, learn about our recently announce Bonus Day, and review all Summit details at the link below. We can't wait to see you in San Antonio! The Future of Recreational Therapy Starts Here. 🧡

https://www.atra-online.com/san-antonio

07/15/2025

JUNE ADVOCACY UPDATE AVAILABLE! 📣⁠
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Interested in ATRA's advocacy efforts? Stay informed with our monthly Advocacy & Legislative Update, which highlights our most current advocacy efforts, including a summary of key issues addressed, a review of action alerts, advocacy initiatives, and issues we're monitoring closely.⁠

In June, the profession experienced a big win with recreational therapy being added to the VA's Exempt From Hiring Freeze list. Read ATRA's press release on this exciting news and review our June 2025 Advocacy & Legislative Update at the link below. This is ! Be proactive. Be informed. 👏

https://www.atra-online.com/advocacy

07/13/2025

ATRA ADVOCACY ANNOUNCEMENT 📣

Recreational Therapy has been added to the Department of Veterans’ Affairs “Exempt from Hiring Freeze” list as of June 26, 2025. This is exciting news for VA recreational therapists and the profession. Thank you to every person who reached out to your Congress people for their help to reverse the mass layout of VA recreational therapists who provide direct care and services to our veterans. Your words, action, and support have made a difference! 🧡

Please visit www.atra-online.com/advocacy to read ATRA’s press release for full details. 📲

07/12/2025

MAJOR ATRA SAN ANTONIO ANNOUNCEMENT! 📣

We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve added a Bonus Day at Morgan’s Sports (Morgan's) to your ATRA San Antonio experience! The Bonus Day features:

🎾 An exclusive guided tour of Morgan’s Wonderland (0.2 CEUs), the world’s first Ultra-Accessible™ theme park
⚾️ A hands-on Adaptive Sports Demo at Morgan’s Sports (0.15 CEUs), an incredible 3-acre Ultra-Accessible™ sports center
🏀 An Adaptive & Inclusive Sports Expo and social event with community service opportunities!

Thanks to a generous partnership with Morgan’s Sports, this incredible Bonus Day is included in your ATRA San Antonio registration at no extra cost! 👏

The ATRA San Antonio Bonus Day will take place on Friday, October 17, 2025, from 12:00-7:30 PM at Morgan's Sports. We hope you’ll join us in San Antonio a day early to enjoy this once in a lifetime opportunity! ⚽️

Details are still developing—learn more about Morgan’s Sports, Morgan’s Wonderland, and all things San Antonio at the link below. Learn, Play, Give Back. 🧡

https://www.atra-online.com/san-antonio

PLEASE NOTE: The Bonus Day at Morgan's Sports is available to ATRA San Antonio registrants only and cannot be purchased separately as a Single-Day registration.

07/11/2025

Get ready for something BIG. We've been busy planning an incredible experience for ATRA San Antonio registrants. A truly unprecedented opportunity is coming your way. Check our social media for a major announcement on Saturday evening. The Future of RT Starts Here. 🧡

07/09/2025

ATRA BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION! 📣

Don't forget, it's time to vote! ATRA members are invited to vote in the 2025 Board of Directors Election using the link sent via email. Voting is open until July 16, 2025. Please take a few moments to complete your ballot! 🙏

Make your voice heard. 🧡

07/08/2025

NEW ATRA BLOG POST! 📣

While many healthcare providers now acknowledge that health disparities are preventable, Recreational Therapists, practitioners attuned to real-world factors that shape health outcomes, have consistently embedded this understanding into their practice, regardless of setting. This month, we highlight the essential yet often overlooked role of Recreational Therapy in promoting health equity. From removing access barriers to supporting trauma-informed care, advocating for change, and tracking community outcomes, Recreational Therapists are leading the way! Read and share at the link below. 🧡

Advocacy tip: Print the July edition of Purposeful Fun and leave it in the staff lounge or send it out via email to colleagues and key stakeholders within your organization. 👏

https://www.atra-online.com/atra-blog

07/04/2025

ATRA is wishing you a happy and safe 4th of July! 🇺🇸

07/02/2025

NEW UNIVERSITY MEMBERSHIP! 📣

RT educators, have you heard? ATRA now offers membership packages for Universities, which include many valuable benefits, such as full member benefits for ALL faculty and students, CEU subscriptions for faculty, NCTRC exam scholarships, digital badges, and more! Special introductory rates are available for 2025 only! Invest in the future. Become an ATRA University Member! Visit the link below to learn more. 🧡

https://www.atra-online.com/join-now

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