Gymnastics

Hand Skills for Children is proud to offer a gymnastics program that combines the expertise of our Occupational Therapists and the kinder gym methods established by Dr. Neuman-Neurode.  This class is offered as an alternative to individual therapy for children with mild coordination and balance difficulties and children who need to work on upper extremity or core strengthening and endurance to physical activity.  A small group environment with other students at a similar level gives each child the opportunity to participate in physical activity, have fun, and more importantly experience success.

 

 

The gymnastics program will focus on basic gymnastic skills and exercises with a focus on developing the following:

Upper extremity strength

Core stability

Bilateral coordination

Eye hand coordination

Balance

Motor planning

Crossing midline

Children in the program will have the opportunity to become familiar with a variety of equipment including the balance beam, rings, and vaults.  Activities will be broken down into "do-able" steps for each child.  As basic skills are mastered, they will be gradually encouraged to combine steps and coordinate more complex skills over time.

About your Gymnastics Coach & Occupational Therapist

Jordana Caruso is an Occupational Therapist at Hand Skills for Children. She began her Rhythmic Gymnastics training at Kalev RSG at 11 years of age.  In 1999, Jordana was the Provincial Champion of Ontario.  In 2000 and 2001 she was a member of the Senior competitive group who won gold at the Canadian Eastern Regional Championships and also won gold at Elite Ontario.  In 2001, the Senior group placed second at the Canadian National Championships.  In 2000, Jordana also competed individually at international competitions.  In 2010, Jordana completed a community development placement at the Kingston School of Dance in order to develop an inclusive dance program with the school's Board of Directors.  She also has experience coaching pre-novice and novice competitive gymnastics at Kalev RSG.Location:  Rosedale Gym Club located at 94 Laird Drive in Toronto, Ontario (south of Eglinton).

Fee: 

$425 for 8 sessions (45 minute per sessions)

 

Schedule - Winter 2012

Begins Monday February 27, 2011 at 4:00 pm for 8 sessions.

Three ways to register:

1. Call us at 647-236-4263 x 101

2.   Complete the on-line registration form - click here

3.    Print the pdf version of our registration form and fax to:

1-877-286-9905  click here for pdf copy of our registration form - click here

Payment method:

1.  Cheque:
Payment can be made by cheque payable to "Hand Skills for Children" and mailed to:
658 Danforth Avenue, Suite 412, Toronto, Ontario, M4J 5B9
Cheques should be post-dated for January 9, 2012.
2.  Credit card:
Please call our office and we can process your payment over the phone: 647-236-4263.
An Occupational Therapist will contact and confirm registration upon receipt of the registration form and payment.