NSSRA Program Guides Fall 2019 | Page 53

Gator Bowling This program is designed for competitive bowlers. Athletes will focus on techniques to improve their bowling skills for competition. During the first week of program, athletes will go through a Skills Assessment Test to determine participation in the program for the remainder of the season, as well as to gain eligibility for Special Olympics Illinois competitions. Athletes are expected to compete in Special Olympics events and must register for competitions by completing registration forms which will be distributed at program. Athletes must have a current Special Olympics Medical Application for Participation on file. Fees include bowling and shoe rental. Participants already registered for NSSRA Bowling are not eligible to sign up for Gator Bowling. No program October 9. Goals: Increase bowling average. Learn competitive skills such as aiming, ball stance and approach. Improve balance. Contact: Katie James Program Code/Fee: Age: 8 and up Transportation Code/Fee: Location: Brunswick Zone Hawthorn Lanes, Vernon Hills Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm Times/Locations: Date: Wednesdays, September 18 - November 13 Min/Max: 6 / 20 499609-01 / $124 499609-51 / $90 Pick Up 4:45 pm NSSRA 5:15 pm WCRC 5:45 pm Moraine Drop Off 9:10 pm 8:50 pm 8:30 pm Horseback Riding Saddle up! Equestrian Connection is a one-of-a-kind stable that provides therapeutic horseback riding specifically designed for individuals with special needs. Participants will work to gain strength, flexibility and balance through riding. Each participant will learn how to ride, groom, saddle and tack a horse. During the program, the group will also be engaged in other horse-related activities and a snack will be provided each week. A waiver will be sent prior to program; the waiver must be returned to the NSSRA office by Thursday, September 5. Note: As a safety precaution for all, participants over 250 pounds will do ground work with horses instead of riding. Participants with physical and medical conditions, please use caution. Please note that this program will start one week late on Thursday, September 26. Goals: 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. Contact: Age: Location: Time: Date: Min/Max: Marissa Wayne Program Code/Fee: 16 and up Transportation Code/Fee: Equestrian Connection, Lake Forest 5:45 - 7:00 pm Times/Locations: Thursdays, September 26 - November 14 6 / 9 NSSRA | (847) 509-9400 • [email protected] • www.nssra.org 490212-01 / $334 490212-51 / $90 Pick Up Drop Off 4:15 pm NSSRA 8:20 pm 4:45 pm WCRC 8:00 pm 5:15 pm Moraine 7:30 pm ADULT PROGRAMS 53