Superstars (Fitness Course for Special Needs Children)
by Lil' MunchkinsMumbai |
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Category: Physical Fitness | Personality Development | Sports
| Medium of instruction: | English |
Special Needs Children
Lil’ Munchkins teaches basic gymnastics to children ages walking to fifteen with high functioning disabilities such as: (autism, asperger's syndrome, ADD/ADHD, down syndrome and hearing impairments). Most children enjoy playing actively, and exercising in a group can be especially enjoyable for kids with developmental delays or other special needs. The social nature of gym classes helps kids to form bonds with other children, yet the exercises themselves are individual so kids are less likely to feel the need to impress their peers than they may in team sports. Studies have shown the benefits of gym for some autistic children, allowing them to get necessary activity and exercise while maintaining a sense of control over excessive stimulation. Autistic kids have difficulty when they are exposed to too much stimuli, but the solo nature of many gym events allows the kids to keep their environmental stimuli to a manageable level. With sensitive coaching and parental support, kids with autism and other special needs can gain confidence while getting fit and having fun. The program is designed to apply gross and fine motor skills as well as developing strength, coordination and body awareness through the use of equipment and a fun structured and safe environment. Not only will the child benefit from the classes, but parents will gain a support team through other parents, teachers and administrators. In each class we will encourage a positive outlook and building of support groups for families, who historically have been isolated due to the daily be haviors of these children. There is a great need in support of programs for these children who seem to fall through the cracks between typical children and the severely disabled.
The five pillars of Lil’ Munchkins are strength, balance, movement, stability and flexibility. Our aim is to have healthy kids, healthy families, healthy communities.
The thrill of accomplishment from achieving a physical task builds self-esteem and confidence that carry over into all aspects of a child’s life. Interaction with our highly trained staff provides children the opportunity to establish warm relationships with compassionate adults, thus raising their level of comfort as they begin preschool/kindergarten. Our Lil' Munchkins Kids learn more about themselves as they develop independence, self-discipline, social skills and even a sense of humor, all of which lead to an increased feeling of self-worth. A child who feels good about him/herself has a jump start on the path to success.
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Mumbai, Andheri West (Center):- 12 Alankar Apartments, Plot 62, Lallu Bhai Park In the lane of Lords & Metro shoe shop Andheri West, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Mumbai, Sion (Center):- Flat no.9,Sheth Sadan, Near Sion Circle Sion, Mumbai - 400022, Maharashtra, India
Lil' Munchkins
The five pillars of Lil’ Munchkins are strength, balance, movement, stability and flexibility. Our aim is to have healthy kids, healthy families, healthy communities
