Kids in Action is an inclusionary after-school physical activity and recreation program for children with autism and related disorders, aged 5-12, and their siblings. Approximately 25-30 children participate during the Fall and Spring semesters.
Kids in Action offers the opportunity for children to:- Gain sport, recreation, and play skills
- Experience aquatics and learn to swim
- Experience horseback riding
- Learn group play skills
- Learn socialization skills
- Increase sensory integration
The program is run and staffed by a graduate student in the MS program and undergraduate students enrolled in APA minor classes. Programming is scheduled for Wednesday evenings from 4:30 to 5:30 pm at East Gym, the East Gym pool, the Sensory Center at the Special Education Annex, and the Storm Harbor Equestrian Center.
If you would like to enroll your child in Kids in Action, or if you would like to volunteer, please contact Marcel at 724-738-4258.