SHIELD-E BolT-Lig Horseback Riding
🎧 Music Speaks
SHIELD-E BolT-Lig Horseback Riding
Age: 3 and up Min / Max: 5 / 6 Location: Equestrian Connection, Lake Forest
Equestrian Connection is a one-of-a-kind stable that provides therapeutic horseback riding opportunities specifically designed for individuals with disabilities. Participants will experience both recreation and riding with three rotations during the program: riding, groundwork and a craft. During groundwork, participants will learn and practice grooming techniques. Please note that riding time is 20 minutes each week. Refunds for Horseback Riding are not available after the registration deadline.
🎧 Music Speaks
Age: 3- 12 Min / Max: 5 / 6 Location: Slotnick Center / NSSRA, Highland Park
Get ready to rock to the beat of your drum because music therapy is back! A Board Certified Music Therapist will lead Music Speaks. Participants will be introduced to a variety of instruments while exploring rhythm and movement through fun, child-friendly songs. Music therapists use these activities to support physical, cognitive, communication, social, and emotional development based on the needs of the group. No prior musical experience is required to fully engage and benefit from the session. Refunds for Music Speaks is not available after the registration deadline.
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Develop an understanding and appreciation of music while increasing exposure to a variety of musical rhythms and instruments. s
Encourage positive self-expression through diverse musical experiences.
Time: 4:00- 4:45 pm Day: Thursday Dates: June 19- July 31 No Program: July 3 Program Code / Fee: 352006-01 / $ 242 ɢ NSSRA will send a waiver before the program, and you must return it to the NSSRA office by Thursday, June 5. ɢ
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Goals:
As a safety precaution for all, participants over 250 pounds will do groundwork with horses instead of riding.
Participants must be able to wear an equestrian helmet and gait belt to partake in riding. Participants with physical and medical conditions, please use caution.
s Increase flexibility, range of motion, and self-confidence on the horse, gaining control.
Day: Thursday Dates: June 19- July 31 No Program: July 3
Youth( Ages 3- 15)
Time: 5:00- 6:10 pm Program Code / Fee: 352007-01 / $ 295
Adult( Ages 16 and up)
Time: 6:20- 7:30 pm Program Code / Fee: 352008-01 / $ 295
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Develop responsibility and companionship with the horse, fostering connection and trust.
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