To improve social, emotional, cognitive, and physical abilities through participation in Softball
Facilitator:
CTRS (2 Coaches)
Duration:
6 x 1.5 hour practice over a 6 week period
Capacity:
20 participants
Location:
Hayden Field / Softball diamond
Goals:
Increase gross motor function
Increase fine motor function
Improve eye/ hand coordination
Improve social skills
Improve physical fitness
Follow through on commitments
Introduce students to a healthy leisure lifestyle
Improve confidence and self esteem
Understand and demonstrate basic skills of the game
Following directions
Increase attention to task
Develop friendships
Develop positive sportsmanship skills
Participation
Requirements:
Ability to independently grasp and release softball/bat
Ability to tolerate an activity environment for up to an hour
Display interest in activity
Ability to follow or respond to at least 1 verbal/signed instruction
Discharge Criteria:
Completion of season
Discharge for CMRC
Individual does not meet participation requirements.
Inappropriate or agitated behavior demonstrated two times during the season
Precautions:
Attendance is not permitted for those presenting with contagious/infectious disease or any other conditions outlined in aquatic’s policy and procedure manual.
Group facilitator should be aware and familiar with client behavior plans when applicable
Facilitator should be aware of client health conditions which may pose significant risks through activities
