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Programs for Children, Teens and Young Adults with Autism

Programs

Our highly supported programs empower individuals with autism to build the confidence and skills necessary to enjoy a lifetime of sport and physical activity. Programs also provide participants with opportunities to develop social and communication skills in safe and supportive environments. Through specialized support techniques, parent collaboration, and a high ratio of staff and volunteers, we are able to ensure that every individual is successful on their own terms, regardless of their level of need.

Physical Literacy for children with autism ages 3-6

Early Years: Ages 3-6

Participants develop fundamental movement skills and practice social skills while having fun and gaining confidence in a safe and highly supportive environment.

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A child with autism ice skates while holding his support worker's hand in our I CAN Skate program.

Children: Ages 7-12

Participants develop sport-focused movement skills while practicing to follow group instructions in a fun, safe and supportive environment.

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A child with autism using a countdown strip visual cue with his support worker during our I CAN Swim program.

Youth: Ages 13-17

Participants develop skills to be physically active for life, while also building confidence and practicing social relationship skills.

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Recreation programs for teens and young adults with autism

Young Adults: Ages 18+

Participants develop skills to be physically active for life, while also building confidence and practicing social relationship skills.

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Autism-friendly Family Events

Family: All ages

Family members enjoy fun activities together in inclusive and welcoming environments. Events allow families living with autism to meet each other, connect, and build relationships.

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A young boy outside hanging out with a staff member of CAN.

Program Policies and Payment Options

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Limited space remains in the following weekly programs for the winter 2019 season:
– Active (3-6yrs) Kamloops – Mondays, January 21-March 4, 5:30pm-6:15pm
– Active (3-6yrs) West Kelowna – Mondays, January 21-March 4, 5:15pm-6:00pm
–  Active (3-6yrs) Duncan – Sundays, January 27-March 10, 1:45pm-2:30pm

If you are interested in one of these sessions, you may email [email protected] to submit a late registration request. In your email, make sure to include:
1. The name and age of the participant, and
2. The program name, location, and time.
All the requests will be handled in the order received.

Archive – Leisure Guides:
2018 Fall Leisure Guide (Sep-Dec)
2018 Summer Leisure Guide (Jun-Aug)
2018 Spring Leisure Guide (Apr-Jun)

Recent newsletters:
December 2018 – Interior
December 2018 – Vancouver Island
December 2018 – Lower Mainland