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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
Pick Up
Drop Off
Time :
5:45 - 7:00 pm
Times / Locations :
4:15 pm
NSSRA
8:20 pm
Date :
Thursdays , April 5 - May 17
4:45 pm
WCRC
8:00 pm
Min / Max :
6 / 9
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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