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SHIELD-E MAKIN ' WAVES
SHIELD-E BOLT-LIG HORSEBACK RIDING
Thursday

SHIELD-E MAKIN ' WAVES

Age : 7 - 21 Min / Max : 6 / 8 Location : Recreation Center of Highland Park
Join us in the pool at the Recreation Center of Highland Park to swim and socialize with friends . Increase your confidence in the water through various games and group exercises that incorporate physical activity , social games and free swim time .
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Please come dressed in a labeled swimsuit and towel with a change of clothes .

SHIELD-E BOLT-LIG HORSEBACK RIDING

Age : 3 and up Min / Max : 3 / 6 Location : Equestrian Connection , Lake Forest
Saddle up ! Equestrian Connection is a one-of-a-kind stable that provides therapeutic horseback riding opportunities Participants will have three rotations during the program : riding , groundwork , and craft with a snack . During groundwork , participants will learn and practice grooming techniques .
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Parents are expected to change their participant before and after program .
Improve gross motor skills and physical fitness through water play and enhance confidence in water .
Contact : Koren Sharrar Time : 4:30 - 5:30 pm Day : Thursday Dates : January 12 - March 2 ( No program January 26 ) Program Code / Fee : 132007-01 / $ 95 ɢ
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A waiver will be sent before the program and must be returned to the NSSRA office by Thursday , December 29 .
Participants will be required to wear a provided helmet and gait belt for safety during program .
Participants over 250 pounds will do groundwork with horses instead of riding as a safety precaution for all . For participants with physical and medical conditions , please use caution .
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 : Koren Sharrar Day : Thursday Dates : January 12 - March 2 ( No program January 26 )
Ages 3 - 15
Time : 5:00 - 6:10 pm Program Code / Fee : 132008-01 / $ 315
Ages 16 and up
Time : 6:20 - 7:30pm Program Code / Fee : 132009-01 / $ 315
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