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Recreation Therapy Group


NEW! FIRST LEGO LEAGUE

This program inspires young people to experiment and grow their confidence, critical thinking and design skills through hands-on learning. This season's theme of "SUPERPOWERED" will allow participants to explore the entire energy journey, from where energy comes from to how energy is used - and all the steps in between.

Thursdays: April 13 to June 1, Brampton
4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Age 10 - 13 years

To register: Call Marisa Leung at 905-855-2690 ext. 2433

Participant Criteria:

  • Able to safely and successfully participate in a structured large group program. 
  • Interest in learning about STEM (science, technology, engineering, math.) 

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SWEET TREATS

Learn the basics of following a recipe and measuring ingredients to create a variety of sweet treats to share with friends and family. 

Tuesdays: April 18 - May 23, Mississauga
4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Age 10 - 13 years

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Wednesdays: April 19 - June 7, Brampton
4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Age 10 - 13 years

To register: Call Marisa Leung at 905-855-2690 ext. 2433

Participant Criteria:

  • Able to participate in group activities and discussion with minimal support
  • Able to demonstrate awareness of safety precautions in a kitchen environment.

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GAME ON!

Participate with peers in active playground games and sport-based activities with the goal of staying active and having fun!

Tuesdays: April 18, 25, May 16, 23, Oakville
5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
Age 8 - 12 years

To register: Call Deanne Clipperton at 905-855-2690 ext. 2034

Participant Criteria:

  • Able to safely and successfully participate in a structured large group program without 1:1 support. 
  • Able to attend to a task for a minimum of five minutes. 

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HERO CIRCLES

Delivered by specially trained black belt martial artists from The Heroes Circle, in partnership with ErinoakKids. Breathing, visualization and relaxation techniques, in addition to traditional martial arts moves, are taught to help empower children beyond the pain and trauma of childhood diseases and conditions. This program is open to all children in pain, regardless of the cause. Sensei Ilze van der Merwe will be teaching the program by Zoom for children of all abilities.

Wednesdays: April 19 to June 14, Hybrid: Brampton, Oakville and Virtual
5:45 to 6:45 p.m.
Age 8 - 14 years

To register: Call Marisa Leung at 905-855-2690 ext. 2433 or Deanne Clipperton 905-855-2690 ext. 2034. 

Participant criteria:

  • Able to participate in group program for 45 - 60 minutes
  • Able to attend to a task for a minimum of five minutes. 

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WE DO LEGO ROBOTICS

Develop and refine STEM skills and learnings, all while making friends! In this program you will build a model used to demonstrate various STEM concepts and share and present your model with the team to practice presentation skills and receiving feedback. 

Mondays: April 17 - June 19, Mississauga
4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Age 6-10 years

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Wednesdays: April 12 - June 7, Oakville
4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Age 6-10 years

To register: Call Deanne Clipperton at 905-855-2690 ext. 2034. 

Participant criteria:

  • Able to successfully participate in a structured large group program. 
  • Interest in learning about STEM (science, technology, engineering, math). 

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BOCCIA

This active program is being offered to encourage daily physical activity with the fun game of Boccia and will provide participants with the opportunity to develop fundamental movement skills while learning how to play. Boccia is an adapted sport that can be played by all, no matter your ability and level. Work on your physical, social and mental skills while having fun and staying active with your peers. 

Mondays: April 17 to June 19, Mississauga
5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
Age 8+ years

To register, please contact Deanne Clipperton at 905-855-2690 ext. 2043

Participation criteria:

  • Able to participate in group activities with minimal support. 
  • Able to attend to a task for a minimum of five minutes. 
  • Interested in learning about adapted sport. 

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