NSSRA Program Guides Winter 2020 | Page 38

Youth Programs NSSRA Gym Night Are you looking for a night out with your friends? Come check out Gym Night! Every week, we will head to the gym where we will enjoy a pick-up game of the group's choice. When we are done, we will head out to grab a bite to eat. All sports played will be team sports and will be decided by the group the week before. Please wear athletic clothes and gym shoes, and bring $10 - $15 for dinner. Goals: Improve social interaction and teamwork skills. Learn new leisure skills. Contact: Kai Treston Program Code/Fee: Age: 16 and up Transportation Code/Fee: Location: Sachs Recreation Center, Deerfield Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm Times/Locations: Date: Wednesdays, January 8 - February 26 Min/Max: 6 / 10 104009-01 / $94 104009-51 / $90 Pick Up 4:30 pm NSSRA 5:00 pm WCRC 5:30 pm Moraine Drop Off 9:00 pm 8:40 pm 8:20 pm Makin' Waves Time to make a splash! Join us at Recreation Center of Highland Park to take a dip in the pool with friends. We will play a variety of water games and group exercises each week that incorporate physical activity, social games and free swim time. Please come dressed in a labeled swimsuit and towel with a change of clothes. A snack will be provided after swimming. No program January 23. Goals: Increase social interaction and cooperation. Enhance confidence in the water. Improve gross motor skills and physical fitness through water play. Contact: Marissa Wayne Program Code/Fee: Age: 7 - 22 Transportation Code/Fee: Location: Recreation Center of Highland Park Time: 4:00 - 5:30 pm Times/Locations: Date: Thursdays, January 9 - February 27 Min/Max: 6 / 10 102011-01 / $85 102011-51 / $79 Pick Up 3:00 pm NSSRA 3:30 pm Takiff Drop Off 6:20 pm 6:00 pm 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 and must be returned to the NSSRA office by Friday, December 27. Note: As a safety precaution for all, participants over 250 pounds will do groundwork with horses instead of riding. Participants with physical and medical conditions, please use caution. No program January 23. 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: Age: 3 - 15 Transportation Code/Fee: Location: Equestrian Connection, Lake Forest Time: 4:30 - 5:45 pm Times/Locations: Date: Thursdays, January 9 - February 27 Min/Max: 6 / 9 38 102012-01 / $292 102012-51 / $79 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 Winter 2020 Program Guide • Celebrating 50 Years!