Chicagoland VA Kayak Clinic - Illinois

06/04/2019 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM CT

Location

Busse Woods
Higgins Road Entrance
Elk Grove, IL 60007
United States of America
Room Number: Boat Launch / Kayak Rental

Description

        

 

Adaptive Adventures is proud to be able to support the Chicago Veterans Adminstration kayaking program by providing equipment, staff resources, and volunteers.

*This is a custom course arranged through the Veterans Administration, participation is coordinated by local VAs.

Limited space available for additional Veterans to join this program - please register for consideration.

Mission: Adaptive kayaking program allows individuals interested in beginning or resuming kayaking after an injury or disability to develop and/or practice the necessary physical, psychosocial and cognitive skills in a safe environment.

Vision: Adaptive kayaking program is directed toward achieving and maintaining optimal levels of independence, productivity, and well being, as well as enter/re-enter the mainstream of community life.

Description of Program: Participants meet with the CTRS and Adaptive Adventures staff individually to assess safety, kayaking abilities, endurance level, and proper fitting of equipment (kayak and paddle).  Small group treatment sessions will include discussions on benefits of exercise, motivational techniques (i.e. charting progress in time, distance and/or terrain), training and practice on kayaking skills, water etiquette, kayaking safety and dealing with emergencies. Kayaking groups will consist of learning about and engaging in kayaking opportunities in the home communities. The goal of the kayaking program is for each participant to be at a functionally independent level for participation in community kayaking. 

 

What to Bring:

  • Water Bottle
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Towel & dry clothes (just in case)

If you would like additional information, please contact Greg Zbrzezny.

 

 

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