Health and Wellbeing activities for children, young people and adults with an Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Health and Wellbeing activities for children, young people and adults with an Autism Spectrum Disorder.

HEALTH AND WELLBEING ACTIVITIES

Opportunities in Term 2 to be part of fun and healthy activities for yourself, or your family member with Asperger's.

o   For Pre-school age to early primary

o   Jitterbugs Gymfun - Disability friendly. A gymnastics programme. Coaching tumbling, music, drama & dance. Venue: Aquatots Swim Centre, Gold Creek Country Club, Curran Drive, Nicholls Time: various days -2-4 yrs mornings, 5-8 yrs afternoons. Contact: Julie MB:  0400403785 or Email: jitter.bug@bigpond.com Free week trial

•         For Primary & teens school aged children 

o    Skills and Fitness for Kids - (primary)  iMight assist co-ordination, balance and problem-solving. Venue: Sports Hall, CIT,  Bruce Campus

Time: 4.00-4.45pm Starts: Monday, 7th May (6 weeks) Cost: $5 per session

o   Akido  Non-confrontational martial art which might assist focus, agility, coordination and confidence. Venue: Deakin Scout Hall, LaTrobe Park, Cnr Gawler & Melbourne Sts. Time: Fridays, 3.45-4.30pm, Starts: 11th May Cost: $160 per term.

•         Adults and carers                                                                                                                           

o   Yoga - Assists to reduce anxiety and stress through the practice of Yoga. Venue: Bendigo Room, Autism Asperger ACT, Chifley Time: 6.00 - 7.00pm, Wednesdays Starts: 2 May - 30 May Cost: $7 per session

 o   Mentored gym - experience benefits in fitness and wellbeing through a structured program. Venue: YMCA, Chifley Health & Wellbeing Centre, McLauren St, Chifley  Time: 1.00 - 2.00pm Starts: Wednesday 2nd May Cost: $5 per session

o   Capoerira -Disability friendly.  An African-Brazilian art form that combines elements of martial arts, music, gymnastics and dance. Venue: Belconnen Community Centre/ Sports Hall Time: 2.00-3.00pm Starts: Friday 1th May (5 weeks) Free week trial Contact: Disability Team : 02 62 640232

For further information and registration NOW: Email: janj@autismaspergeract.com.au

Or phone: 02 6176 0514 (Thursday/ Fridays )or MB: 0439 378 426