BUS-ALT Embrace U
SHIELD-E BolT-Lig Horseback Riding
Thursday
BUS-ALT Embrace U
Age : 15 - 30 Min / Max : 4 / 8 Location : CROYA , Lake Forest
Join us in developing self-love and confidence through individual and group exercises . We ' ll explore various ways to improve mental health , like journaling , meditation , affirmations , projects and games . Create healthy habits with us !
SHIELD-E BolT-Lig Horseback Riding
Age : 3 and up Min / Max : 3 / 6 Location : Equestrian Connection , Lake Forest
Saddle up ! Equestrian Connection is a one-of-a-kind stable that provides therapeutic horseback riding opportunities specifically designed for individuals with disabilities . Participants will have three rotations during the program : 20 minutes of riding , groundwork and social time with a snack . ɢ
Due to the content of programming , those registering for Embrace U must be at a 1:4 staffing ratio . For more information , please contact NSSRA . ɢ NSSRA will send a waiver before the program , and you must return it to the NSSRA office by Thursday , January 4 .
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Develop a sense of creativity through selfexpression .
Increase socialization with others through a shared goal . ɢ
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As a safety precaution for all , participants over 250 pounds will do groundwork with horses instead of riding .
Participants must be able to wear an equestrian helmet and gait belt to partake in riding . Participants with physical and medical conditions , please use caution .
Time : 6:00 - 7:15 pm Day : Thursday
Winter
Dates : 1 / 18 - 3 / 7 No Program : 1 / 25 Code : 144008-01 Fee : $ 101
Spring
Dates : 4 / 4 - 5 / 16 Code : 244008-01 Fee : $ 101
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Increase flexibility and range of motion while on the horse .
Gain self-confidence and a sense of control through stable skills .
Develop companionship with the horse and a sense of responsibility .
Day : Thursday
Transportation Information
Winter Code / Fee : 144008-51 / $ 88 Spring Code / Fee : 244008-51 / $ 88
NSSRA will communicate specific transportation details and pick up points before the program begins .
Winter
Dates : 1 / 18 - 3 / 7 No Program : 1 / 25
Ages 3 - 15 Time : 5:00 - 6:10 pm Code : 142008-01 Fee : $ 325
Ages 16 and up Time : 6:20 - 7:30 pm Code : 142009-01 Fee : $ 325
Spring
Dates : 4 / 4 - 5 / 16
Ages 3 - 15 Time : 5:00 - 6:10 pm Code : 242008-01 Fee : $ 325
Ages 16 and up Time : 6:20 - 7:30 pm Code : 242009-01 Fee : $ 325
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