Active Adventurers Group for Children (Ages 8–12)
📍 In-Person Program | ⏱️ 4 Weeks
🌟 Program Overview
This engaging 4-week group is designed for children aged 8–12 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who benefit from opportunities to build coordination, confidence, and social connection in a fun and supportive environment.
Each session combines structured and play-based gross motor activities with meaningful opportunities to develop social skills and peer relationships.
🧩 What Participants Will Do
Children will participate in a variety of active, movement-based experiences, including:
🏃 Obstacle courses
🏅 Relay races and team games
⚽ Ball skills and coordination activities
⚖️ Balance and body awareness exercises
🤝 Cooperative team challenges
🎯 Group movement and play-based activities
These activities are designed to promote engagement, physical development, motor planning, and enjoyment.
📚 Skills Developed
Participants will build important social and motor skills such as:
🔄 Turn-taking and waiting
🤝 Teamwork and cooperation
👂 Following group instructions
💬 Communication during activities
🧠 Problem-solving and flexible thinking
🌟 Encouraging and supporting peers
🏃 Coordination, strength, and body awareness
Skills are practiced through play to support confidence and real-life application.
🧠 Program Approach
Using principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), trained staff provide:
✅ Clear instruction and modeling
🌟 Positive reinforcement
👩🏫 Prompting strategies
📝 Individualized support tailored to each child
This approach helps children succeed in both motor and social activities while building confidence.
💛 A Supportive Environment
This group focuses on participation, skill-building, and positive peer interaction in a safe and inclusive setting ✨. Children are encouraged to learn through movement, play, and collaboration while developing friendships and confidence.
Group Details:
📅 4-week program starting August 5th, 2026 - August 26th, 2026
🕕 Wednesdays from 5:30-6:30 PM
📍 Main office
🔟 Limited to 8 participants
🎯 Cost: $1540.00 for the entire 4 week group. This is an OAP-eligible expense.
🚗 Parking : Please use the lower parking lot and enter through the side doors marked “Autism Services Clinic.”
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