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3 people are interested
Fitness & Health Program Leaders & Assistants
ORGANIZATION: GiGi's Playhouse Quad Cities - Down Syndrome Achievement Center
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3 people are interested
Looking for fitness and health knowledgeable volunteers to lead and/or assist with the following program. The program is typically held 2-3 times a year and for various ages (toddler, school age, teen, adult) for 10-15 weeks depending on the session. The program is typically held on Saturday mornings. We provide the training needed to be successful in leading the program. Most training is completed online.
GiGiFIT is a fitness and health program written specifically for individuals with Down syndrome.
Our FREE GiGiFIT programs combine activities with a strong fitness focus and an ultimate goal of success and improved movement designed by a physical therapist. GiGiFIT was created in collaboration with skilled Physical Therapists who work specifically with individuals with Down syndrome. The GiGiFIT programs are designed to address common issues for individuals with Down syndrome including hypotonia, excessive joint laxity, and decreased balance. Every GiGiFIT program is safe, effective, and progressive. GiGiFIT helps participants build strength, endurance, power, joint stability, balance, and movement control. GiGiFIT empowers participants to be more independent and confident in their abilities while improving their overall health and wellness.
Additional information about this program can be seen using the link below.
https://gigisplayhouse.org/quadcities/gigifit
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About GiGi's Playhouse Quad Cities - Down Syndrome Achievement Center
Location:
3906 38TH AVE, MOLINE, IL 61265, US
Mission Statement
Our mission is to increase positive awareness of Down syndrome through national campaigns, educational programs, and by empowering individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community.
Description
GiGi's Playhouses are a series of Down syndrome achievement centers throughout the United States and Mexico offering no-cost educational, therapeutic and career developmental programming to individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community.
CAUSE AREAS
Health & Medicine,
People with Disabilities,
Sports & Recreation
WHEN
Sat Sep 07, 2024 - Fri Dec 06, 2024
09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
WHERE
3906 38th AveMoline, IL 61265
(41.472183 ,-90.482056 )
DATE POSTED
August 16, 2024
SKILLS
- Physical Therapy
- Fitness Instruction
- Occupational Therapy
- Special Needs
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 2 hours a week
- We will reach out to gather additional information and have you complete a volunteer interest form and orientation.