A long-shuttered swim club in Northampton Township could be transformed into Playa Raya, an all-abilities splash and sports park designed to serve individuals with special needs and their families while acting as a potential national model for inclusive recreation. Led by Rabbi Yehuda “Yudy” Shemtov of Chabad Lubavitch of Bucks County, the $6 million project would redevelop the former Breezy Point Swim Club into a fully accessible water and activity park and permanent home for Gan Izzy Day Camp. Township officials have approved Phase 1, which includes renovating the existing pool, while additional phases remain under review pending engineering evaluations and future land development submissions.
Source: Bucks County Herald; 1/8/2026