Inclusive Skating Australia Holiday Camp at Ice Zoo 2022

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Join the inclusive skating community for a morning of ice skating & connection at Ice Zoo Alexandria with specialised coaches.

The objectives and benefits of an inclusive skating specific holiday Ccmp for individuals with additional physical, intellectual or sensory needs include:

• Opportunity for group interaction

• Development in approach to handling social situations and a new environment

• Life skills: taking instruction, balance, listening

• Physical exercise

• Social and sensory interaction

• Introduction to competitive opportunities to participate in global inclusive skating events with international bodies (International Skating Union [ISU] recognised events)

• Introduction to in-house events, learn to skate and coaching opportunities

• Introduction to goal setting and evaluation

• Opportunities to work with elite level coaches and teams

• An environment where family members, companions and carers can participate

To register as a skater: Please register via the Skater form

To register as a volunteer: Please register via the Volunteer form

What to expect on the day:

8-8:30am: Volunteer Arrival

8:30-9am: Arrivals, Support with Accessible Access, Skate Fitting and Welcome

9-10am: Ice Time (Floating coaches and activities)

10-10:45am: Morning Tea and Connection

10:45am: The Inclusive Skating Camp Finishes (exit Ice Zoo with accessibility support from Volunteers and Staff)