October sessions for ‘Playing on the Spectrum’ Gym and Sports program for children on the autism spectrum have been announced.

Submitted by Leah Moon, Autism Families Connecticut

Autism Families CONNECTicut (AFC) is pleased to announce its popular gym program “Playing on the Spectrum” for children ages 3 to 13 on the autism spectrum, their siblings and families will take place this October in New Britain.

“Playing on the Spectrum” Gym and sports program will again be offered at the Hospital for Special Care’s Research & Educational Center on Sundays in October (4 sessions). The program is open to residents of West Hartford and other towns as well.

This breakthrough program integrates a variety of developmentally appropriate play, sensory and social skills activities, targeted toward the specific needs of children on the autism spectrum. Play and fun will be facilitated by professional clinicians, and will include planned activities as well as space for free play. Children will be encouraged to exercise, learn motor skills and interact with each other. At the same time, siblings can enjoy their activities in Sibling Group.

The New Britain program will take place on four Sundays, Oct. 4, 11, 18 and 25. ($40 per participants includes all four sessions.) Register for one of these sessions: Ages 3 to 6: 11:30 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. Ages 7 to 9: 12:30 to 1:20 p.m. Ages 10 to 13: 1:30 to 2:20 p.m.

Siblings are invited to attend a separate Sibling Group featuring arts and crafts and games ($10 per sibling includes all four sessions).

The Hospital for Special Care’s Research and Education Center is located at 370 Osgood Ave., New Britain. Get your child moving and having fun on the weekend!

Parents must remain in the building with their children during the session.

To register, http://conta.cc/1FpDUPg For more information, contact Jackie Procyk, Program Director, at [email protected] or call 860-474-3444 x102.