NSSRA Program Guides Spring 2018 | Page 39

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.

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.