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7 people are interested
Become a Board Member and make a difference!!
ORGANIZATION: Us Too Gymnastics
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7 people are interested
Us Too Gymnastics is currently looking for dedicated board members that enjoy making a difference and coming up with ideas to help make our organization grow.
Us Too, has been in operation since 2004, we teach gymnastics to kids with special needs and help them transition into typical developing gymnastics classes, which are also held at our facility.
Our board meets 3 times a year and also will meet for planning meetings which will depend on any events that we may be having throughout the year. Board members help with family events and fundraisers that we have throughout the year. These events help families bring their kids out into the community and practice social skills in a comfortable environment. The fundraisers that we have through the year, helps raise funds for scholarships for families that need financial aid.
Us Too is a fun organization to be part of. Join us in making a difference and being part of a unique gymnastics facility that is accepting to all kids and that truly appreciates all our volunteers and board members that are a part of our organization.
More opportunities with Us Too Gymnastics
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Us Too Gymnastics
Location:
25 SPECTRUM POINTE DR STE 405, LAKE FOREST, CA 92630, US
Mission Statement
Us Too Gymnastics is dedicated to teaching gymnastics to children with high functioning disabilities, providing a safe place for social interaction, physical activity and facilitate the building of parent support groups.
Description
Us Too Gymnastics was founded in 2004 by two mothers who knew first hand the importance of adding FUN to the daily routine of a child living with a disability. Utilizing their personal backgrounds, the mothers knew gymnastics classes could also be a therapeutic, safe, non-clinical environment for children with special needs. In addition, they determined that while children participated in specifically designed classes, the parents/guardians could receive an opportunity for respite from constant care, support connection from parents in similar situations, and perhaps even share transportation.
With special needs children too misunderstood to fit into typical programs, these two determined mothers decided to organize a program that would enhance the lives of children with disabilities. At our facility, children are given the opportunity to practice communication and social skills which they so desperately lack. Most of all, they have fun in a setting that is not based solely on therapeutic purpose.
Currently classes are designed for Orange County, California children of any ethnicity, ages toddler through twelve and possessing high-functioning disabilities, such as autism, Asperger's syndrome, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and Down syndrome. Class offerings, include, but are not limited to: Gymnastics, beginning, intermediate and mainstream; Track and Field; and Dance Theater. Specific evaluations, which include skill levels and functionality, determine an appropriate class or individual placement.
For many, social and physical extracurricular activities are limited due to the behavioral problems these children display. Programs specifically designed for children with high functioning disabilities are practically non-existent, and we believe that Us Too Gymnastics may provide that missing link.
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25 SPECTRUM POINTE DR STE 405LAKE FOREST, CA 92630
DATE POSTED
July 7, 2014
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