Where
Event host
West Coast Centre for Learning
778 839 5515
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Event Details
THRIVE is unique 9 week ADHD program that combines practical and engaging instruction and physical fitness, with the goal of teaching children diagnosed with
ADHD to THRIVE!
THRIVE was developed to give children with ADHD strategies and a greater understanding of their diagnosis. Children gain knowledge of how their brain works and why they do the things they do. The THRIVE ADHD program uniquely incorporates exercise which is helpful in relieving ADHD symptoms. Active kids aren’t just burning off excess energy; they’re turning on the front part of their brains. When you challenge your brain, you are activating the attention system. That is why exercise sharpens focus for children with both hyperactive/impulsive ADHD and inattentive ADHDTHRIVE was developed to give children with ADHD strategies and a greater understanding of their diagnosis. Children gain knowledge of how their brain works and why they do the things they do. The THRIVE ADHD program uniquely incorporates exercise which is helpful in relieving ADHD symptoms. Active kids aren’t just burning off excess energy; they’re turning on the front part of their brains. When you challenge your brain, you are activating the attention system. That is why exercise sharpens focus for children with both hyperactive/impulsive ADHD and inattentive ADHD.
THRIVE is suitable for children diagnosed with ADHD and their siblings. Participants may also present with anxiety, depression, working memory and executive function challenge and/or high functioning autism. An official diagnosis is not required in order to participate. Siblings are invited to register in THRIVE classes to gain a better understanding of ADHD as it pertains to their brother or sister through active participation in the activities.
- Managing self-control
- Managing impulses
- Managing emotions – Anger, frustration outbursts
- Making good decisions
- Developing skills for focus, attention and listening
- Making good habits and routines
- Success at home, at school and with friends
- Advocating for oneself
- Homework
- Making long term plans
Fitness Training: There are two 30 minute physical fitness training sessions each week which not only helps to burn off extra energy but children have a chance to engage in exercises that cross the midline, build strength and cardio!
For More Information and to register visit: https://www.wccl.ca/thrive-adhd-program-surrey/
