Youth Programs
Youth Horseback Riding
Giddy up! Equestrian Connection is a one-of-a-kind stable that provides therapeutic horseback riding opportunities specifically designed for individuals
with special needs. Participants learn and practice grooming techniques, ride, have a snack and engage in a horse-related activity each week. A waiver will
be sent prior to program; the waiver must be returned to the NSSRA office by Thursday, March 21 at 5:00 pm so that participation in this
program can be 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 4.
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:
3 - 15
Transportation Code/Fee:
Equestrian Connection, Lake Forest
4:30 - 5:45 pm
Times/Locations:
Thursdays, April 4 - May 16
6 / 9
296209-01 / $326
296209-51 / $88
Pick Up
3:00 pm
NSSRA
3:30 pm
WCRC
4:00 pm
RCHP
Drop Off
7:15 pm
6:45 pm
6:15 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, March 21 at 5:00 pm so that participation in this program can be
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 4.
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, April 4 - May 16
6 / 9
290210-01 / $326
290210-51 / $88
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
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. No program April 19 and May 10.
Goals: Improve strength, mobility and flexibility within the water. Increase water safety awareness.
Contact:
Age:
Location:
Date:
Min/Max:
42
Kai Treston
13 and up
Park Center, Glenview
Fridays, March 29 - May 17
2 / 3 per group
Group I Time:
Group I Time:
Group I Code/Fee:
Group I Code/Fee:
4:00 - 4:45 pm
5:00 - 5:45 pm
290411-01 / $102
290411-02 / $102
Register online at register.nssra.org.