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, June 6. 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.
No program July 4 and July 18.
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, June 20 - August 8
6 / 9
396212-01 / $244
396212-51 / $66
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, June 6. 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. No program
July 4 and July 18.
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, June 20 - August 8
6 / 9
390213-01 / $244
390213-51 / $66
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. This program will end on July 26, two weeks
early, due to facility maintenance.
Goals: Improve strength, mobility and flexibility within the water. Increase water safety awareness.
Contact:
Age:
Location:
Time:
40
Kai Treston
13 and up
Park Center, Glenview
4:15 - 5:00 pm
Date:
Min/Max:
Program Code/Fee:
Fridays, June 21 - July 26
2 / 3
390414-01 / $102
Register online at register.nssra.org.