Health and Wellbeing Activities for People of all ages with Autism Spectrum Disorders and their Carers

TERM 3 HEALTH & FITNESS PROGRAMMES FOR PEOPLE WITH ASD AND CARERS

All health and fitness service providers are professionally trained, and
have an interest in working with AAACT in developing quality activities
for people with ASD and their families.

FOR PRESCHOOLERS:

Northside Yabbies Aquatots - Fun-based water activities led by
qualified, disability friendly instructors for pre-school aged children
and their carer. Held in a warm water environment this programme is
designed to develop physical, psycho-social, cognitive and recreational
benefits. Venue: Aquatots Swimming Pool, Forde | Cost: $160 per term (10
week) Commencing: 23rd July > 30th September | Time/Day: To be
determined with interest | Information and registrations: before 23rd
July | Aquatots: Debbie Sari, Ph: 02 6162 0507, or through the website
www.aquatots.com.au<http://www.aquatots.com.au>

Southside Youngs Swim School - Fun-based water activities led by
qualified, disability friendly instructors for pre-school aged children
and their carer. Held in a warm water environment this programme is
designed to develop physical, psycho-social, cognitive and recreational
benefits. Venue: Youngs Swim Centre, 4 Jenke Circuit, Kambah | Cost:
$160 per term (10 week) Commencing: 23rd July > 30th September |
Time/Day: To be determined with interest | Registrations for Young's
programmes: by 23rd July, Ph: 02 6231 0765, or visit the website
www.youngsswimschool.com.au<http://www.youngsswimschool.com.au/>

FOR PRIMARY SCHOOL AGED CHILDREN & TEENS:

CIT Gym Skills and Fitness for Kids - Run by CIT fitness teacher and
instructors, and senior students, this programme is developed for
primary aged children with ASD to help develop physical and social
skills through group-based gym skill and fitness activities. Venue:
Sports Hall, CIT, Bruce Campus (map available) | Time: 4.00 - 4.45pm |
Starts: Monday 20th August > 24th September (6 weeks) | Cost: $5 per
week | Registrations: by 15th August, to
edward.jelbart@cit.edu.au<mailto:edward.jelbart@cit.edu.au>


Canberra Aikido - For primary and teens. This traditional oriental
non-confrontational martial art is recognized for improving focus,
agility, coordination and confidence. Your child will develop new skill
in a small class, and safe and fun environment, led by trained
instructors, familiar with ASD. Venue: Deakin Scout Hall, LaTrobe Park,
Cnr Gawler & Melbourne Sts | Time: Friday, 3.45-4.30pm | Starts: 27th
July | Cost: $108 (9 week term) | Queries and Registrations: by 23rd
July, Louise Wills Ph: 0400157732 or E:
louisewills@grapevine.com.au<mailto:louisewills@grapevine.com.au>

Swimming

Northside - Aquatots - Swimming for primary aged children. This
programme is specially designed for primary aged children, or children
not in formal schooling. A safe and supportive environment with
disability trained instructors, small class numbers, in a warm water
environment help provide and enjoyable experience with many physical,
psycho-social, cognitive and recreational benefits. Venue: Aquatots
Swimming Pool, Forde | Time: Saturdays from noon (with interest) |
Start: 23rd July > 30th September | Cost: $160 (10 week term) | Limited
numbers.

Swimming Squad - Aquatots for young people with ASD, interested in more
advanced swimming and competition. Time: Thursday afternoons | Limited
numbers with discussion | Registrations for Aquatots programmes: by 23rd
July Ph: 02 61620507 or visit the website:
www.aquatots.com.au<http://www.aquatots.com.au>

Southside - Young's Swim School Swimming for primary aged children. This
programme is specially designed for primary aged children, or children
not in formal schooling. A safe and supportive environment with
disability trained instructors, small class numbers, in a warm water
environment help provide and enjoyable experience with many physical,
psycho-social, cognitive and recreational benefits. Venue: Young's Swim
School, 4 Jenke Circuit, Kambah | Time: Saturdays (& with interest week
days) | Start: 23rd July > 30th Sept. Cost: $160 (10 week term) |
Limited numbers | Registrations for Young's programmes by 23rd July, Ph:
02 6231 0765 or visit the website
www.youngsswimschool.com.au<http://www.youngsswimschool.com.au/>

TEENS, ADULTS & CARERS:

3 Hour Nurture and Relaxation Workshop - For Teens and adults with ASD,
and carers. This programme led by reknowned author and instructor,
Lynnette Dickinson, will provide participants with foundational skills
for relaxation, balance and flexibility. It will include principles and
techniques including; stretching, mindfulness, relaxation, massage and
yoga. Afternoon teas will be provided. Venue: Bendigo Room. Autism
Asperger ACT, Chifley | Time: 1.00 - 4.00pm | Date: Saturday 28th July |
Cost: $30 | Registration: by 23rd July | Email:
lynnettedickinson@asparkofsplendour.com<mailto:lynnettedickinson@asparko
fsplendour.com> or AAACT:
janj@autismaspergeract.com.au<mailto:janj@autismaspergeract.com.au>

Yoga - for teens and adults of all ages and fitness levels. Develops
skills of relaxation, balance, and flexibility. Led by acclaimed author
and instructor Lynnette Dickinson. Venue: Bendigo Room, Autism Asperger
ACT, Chifley | Time: 7.30 - 8.30 pm | Starts: Weekly from Wednesday 1st
August | Cost: $90 members, $135 non-members (9 week term, 1st week free
trial) | Register: by 25th August, by email:
lynnettedickinson@asparkofsplendor.com<mailto:lynnettedickinson@asparkof
splendor.com>

YMCA Mentored Gym - Tailored fitness programmes for teens and adults
with ASD in a structured gym environment. This is aimed at developing
strength, co-ordination, flexibility, fitness and wellbeing. Venue:
YMCA, Chifley Health & Wellbeing Centre, MacLaurin St, Chifley | Time:
2.30 - 3.30pm | Starts: Weekly, from Thursday 26th July | Cost: $5 per
session | Registrations: prior to start date
tony.harber@YMCA.org.au<mailto:tony.harber@YMCA.org.au/> / Ph: 02 6281
0124

If you have health and fitness needs that are not met by these
programmes please contact Jan at AACT, who will work to help you.

For further information, registration and other details, contact Jan
Jolly, Project Officer, Health and Wellbeing, AAACT.
janj@autismaspergeract.com.au<mailto:janj@autismaspergeract.com.au> or
phone: 02 6176 0514 (Thursday/ Fridays), or MB: 0439 378 426