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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 before participation in this program is approved . 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 begin one week late on Thursday , April 5 . 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 : |
Marissa Wayne |
Program Code / Fee : |
280210-01 / $ 277 |
Age : |
16 and up |
Transportation Code / Fee : |
280210-51 / $ 77 |
Location : |
Equestrian Connection , Lake Forest |
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Pick Up |
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Drop Off |
Time : |
5:45 - 7:00 pm |
Times / Locations : |
4:15 pm |
NSSRA |
8:20 pm |
Date : |
Thursdays , April 5 - May 17 |
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4:45 pm |
WCRC |
8:00 pm |
Min / Max : |
6 / 9 |
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5:15 pm |
Moraine |
7:30 pm |
Adaptive Swim
Join us while we work to improve mobility and strength in this fun swim program ! Whether you want to learn how to swim or just improve the skills you already have , Adaptive Swim is for you . This program offers individual swim instruction to work on the participant ’ s goals in a one-on-one aquatic environment . This program is designed specifically for individuals with physical impairments . NSSRA will not be running programs on Friday , March 30 in light of Passover and Easter . Please note that this program will begin one week late on Friday , April 6 . No program April 20 . Goals : Increase physical endurance and improve strength , mobility and flexibility . Improve individual swimming skills . Increase water safety awareness .
Contact : |
Hailey Haas |
Group I Time : |
4:00 - 4:45 pm |
Age : |
13 and up |
Group II Time : |
5:00 - 5:45 pm |
Location : |
Park Center , Glenview |
Group I Code / Fee : |
280411-01 / $ 102 |
Date : |
Fridays , April 6 - May 18 |
Group II Code / Fee : |
280411-02 / $ 102 |
Min / Max : |
2 / 3 per group |
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