Holiday Happenings

about time they got a website!!!

The school holiday activities directory
Canberra - Queanbeyan region

http://holidayhappenings.com.au/

London 2012 Paralympics

What do you think of these two links?

the official ad  - 'Meet the superhumans'
http://vimeo.com/46021828



Meet the Superhumans from STITCH on Vimeo.



 this woman has started a petition to allow wheelchair uses to sit with their families at the paralympics rather than being segregated.

http://www.change.org/en-GB/petitions/international-paralympic-committee-london2012-review-ticketing-policy-for-wheelchair-users#

Change.org|Free Online Petitions

Know Before You Go

Know Before You Go is a new resource developed by Nican packed with information - presented in an easy to read, step-by-step way - which helps providers and people with disability alike to increase skills, confidence and discover their passions. 

The project includes tools for people with disabilities and providers.  For people with disabilities it includes support to: 

·         Become inspired

·         Build confidence

·         Stay fit & healthy

·         Make friends

·         Overcome fear

·         Overcome the inner critic

·         Develop assertiveness

·         Using mind mapping as a tool

·         Plan for the future or simply ask – what will I do today?   

For providers the kit provides support to:

·         Undertake a self-audit, with tips, tools, checklists and examples  

·         Develop an action plan including a shell action plan with project owners, timeframes, deliverables and commitments 

·         Develop a checklist for inclusive events covering issues ranging from accessible parking to inclusive communications
http://www.nican.com.au/node/15103

London Paralympic website

http://www.london2012.com/paralympics/

schedule of events
http://www.london2012.com/paralympics/schedule-and-results/

CAPOEIRA

The Disability Team and Bridges Program are offering, CAPOEIRA classes for people with disability -
Is an Afro-Brazilian art form that combines elements of martial arts, music, gymnastics and dance.
Our instructor Rodrigo came all the way from Brazil and has been teaching capoeira in Canberra for several years, sharing his culture, rhythm and energy.
Come and improve you fitness, flexibility and strength
Please make sure you wear loose and confortable clothing (no jeans), Suitable shoes (sneakers), and bring a bottle of water and a towel.

Where: Belconnen Community Centre/ Sports Hall                 
When: 5 weeks /Friday 18th May to Friday 15th June                                                
Time: 2:00pm to 3:00pm                                         
Cost: free trial                                                     
Any question? Call the disability team on (02) 62640232

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

Know Before You Go: train-the-trainer course

Do you want to build YOUR capacity to EMPOWER people to CHOOSE their own
path to SOCIAL participation?
Nican will be running an 8 week course to provide community workers,
stakeholders and champions with the skills to develop and facilitate small
groups to build confidence and empower people facing isolation and
disadvantage towards greater social and economic participation.
Know Before You Go train-the-trainer will be held at the DISH@Oatley (62
Oatley Court, Belconnen) for two hours each Tuesday morning for 8 weeks. The
course starts Tuesday 20 March and finishes Tuesday 8 May 2012. The course
is funded through an ACT Government Adult Community Education (ACE) grant
and is offered free of charge.
What will you get?
. Training on how to run a learning circle
. 8 weeks of learning in a small group with an emphasis on practical
techniques
. Hands on experience with the learning circle format and the tools
included in the Know Before You Go kit
. A range of learning circle materials contained in a high value
presentation folder plus a USB credit card kit
. Certificate of completion
To apply...
For an application form, contact Jim McGrath at Nican on 6241 1220 or at
projects@nican.com.au

2012 Football-Connect Registration

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2012 Football-Connect Registration Where: ACT Hawker Football Centre Walhallow St Hawker 2614 Australia Driving Directions When: Saturday May 5, 2012 at 9:00 AM   Dear Karen, In 2011 Capital Football in partnership with Weston Creek Soccer Club (South Canberra) and Belconnen United/Belnorth Football Club (North Canberra) launched a Football league specifically catering for athletes of All Abilities. Participants were allocated a club close to where they live, received their own club shirt, attended weekly training sessions and participated in football matches weekly throughout the season with their own team at the Hawker Football Centre. 2011 season in review   2012 Season Information and Dates   Season 2012 promises to be even bigger and better with the Pre-Season Come and Try period set for May and the season launch scheduled for June. The Kanga Cup (Australia's Biggest Football Tournament) has also introduced a disability division in 2012 giving Football-Connect teams an opportunity to test themselves against teams from around Australia in the July school holidays. Football Connect individual player registrations are accepted online on an ongoing basis throughout the season. Just click on the link below to register for free. If you are interested in entering a whole team please let us know and we will register your team all at once. Register Now! I can't make it Please do not hesitate to contact us if have any questions about Football-Connect or how to register. Sincerely, The Football Connect Team Capital Football coaching@capitalfootball.com.au 6175 7116 Developed with assistance from the ACT Government under Disability ACT

Sport and Recreation Services (SRS): Inclusive Participation 'From Idea to Delivery' Forum - March 6 2012

Sport and Recreation Services (SRS) will be holding a forum on creating
inclusive sport and recreation programs on Tuesday 6 March 2012.
The Inclusive Participation: 'From Idea to Delivery' Forum will guide
participants through the process of creating and delivering an inclusive
sport program.
The forum will be facilitated by Peter Downs, from 'The Inclusion Club',
who has a wealth of experience in advocating and presenting inclusive
practices in sport.
State sporting organisations and community organisations will be present
at the forum which will include an interactive networking component. The
community organisations will represent; people with a disability, people
from a culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds,
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and members of the aged
community.
When: Tuesday 6 March 2012
Where: Ainslie Football Club, 52 Wakefield Ave, Ainslie
Cost: FREE
For more information and to register please visit
http://www.economicdevelopment.act.gov.au/sport_and_recreation.
Completed registration forms can be sent to
philip.turini@act.gov.au<mailto:philip.turini@act.gov.au>.

mpower Strikers FREE Family Come N Try Day THIS SATURDAY

Hi Guys,

It’s just Daniel Fulton from Boomerangs Men’s team. I have a Free Community Come N Try this coming Saturday (9.30am-11.30am) for a new program called Strikers we (at mpowerdome) are launching for children aged 3-7 years olds. I just wanted to email you guys and see if you would be happy to help us spread the word to the local Futsal community and make it a fun morning for all involved.

Even if you don’t have any children in this age bracket we would still love to see you. The launch day is going to be lots of fun with free activities, balloons, a free sausage sizzle and sports packs from Joma to be given away. I’ve added below some information about the program and the flyer for the launch day. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.

What’s the Program?

The aim of Strikers is to provide an accessible community based program that caters for the needs of 3-7 year olds. The program itself is designed to fast track children’s development in football, to not only counter act but also contribute towards the prevention of the ever increasing rates of obesity and poor fpms seen in children.

Strikers is an inclusive fundamental movement and perceptual motor skills program for children aged 3-7 years. During these sessions we focus on teaching these fundamental movements and perceptual motor skills whilst also developing the skills needed to play soccer. The program is a four x 9 week term program and is offered Saturday mornings and various weekday mornings and afternoons

Launch Day Information:

The Striker launch day is on Sat 28^th January from 9.30am-11.30am. The launch day will give parents and children the opportunity to try out a range of games and activities used within the Strikers program. There will also be a free BBQ, Balloons, and Joma Prize Packs to be given away.

Daniel Fulton

Sport & Community Recreation Supervisor

56 Coyne Street
Fadden  ACT  2904
P: 02 6298 5500
F: 02 6298 5596

M: 0438 267 757

www.mpowerdome.com.au 

 'Find thirty. It's not a big exercise^®' Just 30 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity on most days of the week is needed for good health. You don't need to do 30 minutes in one go, three lots of 10 minutes is just as beneficial. www.findthirty.com.auSupported by the ACT Government under the ACT Health Promotion Grants Program

Growing Older Playfully

Hi everyone!

Attached you will find a flyer that provides information about an exciting new venture we are beginning in 2012 for the over 50’s and those with Special Needs. It is a combined venture between mpowerdome and the Canberra Dance Theatre and should be loads of fun.

For those who are service providers or advocacy groups I would greatly appreciate your help in distributing the information to those in your network and those with whom you work.

edited to add the information from the flyer:

 Growing Old Playfully, for:

• keenagers (over 50's)
• participants with special needs (over 18)

 these 2 classes will explore creative movement through the varied motions used in sport.

no experience necessary BUT lots of fun, commencing 1st February, climaxing with a performance in April 2012.

Wednesdays 9:30-10:50am ($14 per session)

Wednesdays 11am - 12pm ($11 per session)

Call 6298 5500 now to register your interest!

  

If you require further information please do not hesitate in calling me on 6298 5500 or emailing me at jenny@mpowerdome.com.au

Sincerely yours

Jenny

Jenny Eagle Inclusive Sports Coordinator

56 Coyne Street

P: 02 6298 5500

F: 02 6298 5596

http://www.mpowerdome.com.au/ 

'Find thirty. It's not a big exercise^®' Just 30 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity on most days of the week is needed for good health. You don't need to do 30 minutes in one go, three lots of 10 minutes is just as beneficial. www.findthirty.com.au Supported by the ACT Government under the ACT Health Promotion Grants Program

The information contained in this email message and any attached files may be confidential information, and may also be the subject of legal professional privilege. If you are not the intended recipient, any use, disclosure or copying of this email is unauthorised. If you have received this email in error, please notify the sender immediately by reply email and delete all copies of this transmission together with any attachments.mpowerdome Pty Ltd does not warrant that this email and any attachments are error or virus free and recommends that all attachments be checked for computer viruses.

Fadden  ACT  2904

Health & Fitness programs with children and adults with autism

Louise Wills, the AAACT Health and Fitness Coordinator, has already got a number of programs lined up for Term 1, 2012. Louise has put together the preliminary details which are listed below. Please let us know if you or your child would be interested in attending any of the programs: TERM 1, 2012 SPORTS SNAPSHOT!

Hi everyone. Just want to let you know what programs are available for term 1 next year. Please note that these are all specially designed programs for children and adults on the spectrum .There are lots more in the pipeline so I will keep you posted. I would really appreciate it if you could express your interest in any programs to louisew@autismaspergeract.com.au as some rely on minimum numbers to make them viable.
• Saturdays 1.15-2.00pm: Jazz technique class for 4 -8 year olds. Dance Central in Philip. Cost: approx $110 for a 10-week term.

• Saturdays 2.00 – 2.45pm: Zumba for women. Dance Central in Phillip. Cost: $10 per session.

• Saturdays 3.00-3.30pm: Swimming for ASD kids. Youngs Swim School in Kambah. $170 for a 10-week term. Small group instruction.

• Mondays 4.00-5.00pm: Skills and fitness session for primary-aged kids. CIT Bruce. $10 per session. 6 week program

• Thursdays 7.00-8.00pm Yoga for ASD adults and carers. YMCA Chifley. $5 per session, 6 week program from 16th of February 2012

• Wednesdays 1.00-1.50pm: Individualised circuit training in the gymnasium for ASD adults with a mentor. YMCA Chifley. $5 per session.

I will send out a Program Overview in January with more detailed information about the structure and benefits of each program. Until then, Happy Holidays!!
Louise Wills

Grant announcement by ACTAADS Inc

Grant announcement by ACTAADS Inc
ACT Association for Advancing Disabled Sport and Recreation

ACTAADS Inc is making grants to the total value of $10,000 available in multiples of $500 to individual Canberrans with a disability

Grant criteria: grants must be used to help develop sport, recreational and work skills or assist with participation in the community

Applications by post or e-mail, must be accompanied by a letter of recommendation from a person skilled in the disability field and sent to

Secretary, ACTAADS Inc

17, The Pines Avenue, Sundown Village

Symonston, ACT 2609

Enquiries: 6239 7919 mob:0409 308 410

See also: http://www.actaads.org/

Applications close: 20 September 2011

Football-Connect Futsal Summer League Player Registration

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FOOTBALL FOR ATHLETES WITH A DISABILITY FUTSAL FIVES (Indoor 5-a-side) SUMMER LEAGUE Where: ACT MPowerdome 56 Coyne Street Fadden 2904 Australia Driving Directions When: Sunday's October 23, 30 November 6, 13, 20, 27 Time: 5:30pm- 6:45pm Add to my calendar Greetings! After a successful inaugural Football-Connect season which has seen 42 players compete in five teams across ten fantastic weeks Capital Football invites you to join our newest Initiative. "Football-Connect Futsal Fives" will introduce everyone to indoor soccer in a fun, fast paced and friendly environment.   The futsal league will take place at the MPowerdome in Fadden on Sunday evenings throughout October and November. Each week teams will play a 30 minute game against another team. This is a great chance for all players to experience another format of football and practice for Season 2 of Football Connect set to commence in 2011. It is also a great opportunity for our more senior players to get in some practice before selections for the AWD futsal nationals ACT team. This project is fully funded by Capital Football Game Development and is free for all Participants. To register for the Football-Connect Futsal Summer League click on the link below. Register Now! If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact us. We look forward to seing you there!  Sincerely, Pat McCann Capital Football coaching@capitalfootball.com.au 6175 7116

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