DSRF Calendar

Event Series Hatha Yoga

Hatha Yoga (2)

Down Syndrome Resource Foundation 1409 Sperling Ave, Burnaby, BC, Canada

This hatha-based, multi-level program is delivered in a gentle and therapeutic style. Each class follows the same outline with routines tailored to the participants. Students will participate in five essential yoga practices: music and sound therapy, breathing practices, eye exercises, asanas (yoga poses), and deep relaxation.

Event Series Adult Social Circle

Adult Social Circle

Down Syndrome Resource Foundation 1409 Sperling Ave, Burnaby, BC, Canada

The Adult Social Circle provides a space where adults can reconnect with their peers and be involved in the planning and making decisions about their group activities.

Event Series Reading + Communications Plus

Reading + Communications Plus

Down Syndrome Resource Foundation 1409 Sperling Ave, Burnaby, BC, Canada

Reading and Communications Plus is designed to build on prior reading skills, with an emphasis on comprehension. Students are guided to ask and respond to who, what, where, and why questions through various texts, movies, and conversations. They explore content through report writing and oral presentations on topics of choice within thematic units.

Event Series Money Math + Budgeting

Money Math + Budgeting

Down Syndrome Resource Foundation 1409 Sperling Ave, Burnaby, BC, Canada

The ability to count, read, and budget money is a major contributor to independence. This program begins with the skills required to count out the money to purchase and identify correct change.

Event Series GROW

GROW (Gaining Relationships and Occupational Wins)

Down Syndrome Resource Foundation 1409 Sperling Ave, Burnaby, BC, Canada

GROW is a small group program for adults with Down syndrome focusing on two pillars of a rewarding, independent adulthood: meaningful relationships and gainful employment. It is about celebrating small joys in life, like sharing laughs with friends, conquering the nerves of a job interview, and flirting with your crush.

Event Series Taekwondo for Beginners

Taekwondo for Beginners

Down Syndrome Resource Foundation 1409 Sperling Ave, Burnaby, BC, Canada

The benefits of Taekwon-Do include increased physical fitness, coordination, balance, concentration, self-discipline, and self-confidence. The DSA Taekwon-Do curriculum is adapted to student needs while developing new areas of competence and strength. Students learn basic Taekwon-do techniques, including strikes, kicks, blocks, stances, and self-defense in a fun and supportive environment.

Event Series Reading + Communications Plus

Reading + Communications Plus

Down Syndrome Resource Foundation 1409 Sperling Ave, Burnaby, BC, Canada

Reading and Communications Plus is designed to build on prior reading skills, with an emphasis on comprehension. Students are guided to ask and respond to who, what, where, and why questions through various texts, movies, and conversations. They explore content through report writing and oral presentations on topics of choice within thematic units.

Event Series Let’s InterACT

Let’s InterACT: An Integrated Improv Ensemble

Down Syndrome Resource Foundation 1409 Sperling Ave, Burnaby, BC, Canada

Improvisation (improv) is acting without a script—everything is spontaneous and made up on the spot. Improv, like social interaction, depends on one’s ability to assess a situation, perceive the behaviour and social cues of others, and then externally adapt, initiate, or respond appropriately.

Event Series Money Math + Budgeting

Money Math + Budgeting

Down Syndrome Resource Foundation 1409 Sperling Ave, Burnaby, BC, Canada

The ability to count, read, and budget money is a major contributor to independence. This program begins with the skills required to count out the money to purchase and identify correct change.

Event Series GROW

GROW (Gaining Relationships and Occupational Wins)

Down Syndrome Resource Foundation 1409 Sperling Ave, Burnaby, BC, Canada

GROW is a small group program for adults with Down syndrome focusing on two pillars of a rewarding, independent adulthood: meaningful relationships and gainful employment. It is about celebrating small joys in life, like sharing laughs with friends, conquering the nerves of a job interview, and flirting with your crush.

Event Series Friday Reads!

Friday Reads!

Down Syndrome Resource Foundation 1409 Sperling Ave, Burnaby, BC, Canada

Every Friday morning join the Friday Reads group as they explore themes in novels, short stories and other media that cover topics relating to their lives.

Event Series Hatha Yoga

Hatha Yoga (1)

Down Syndrome Resource Foundation 1409 Sperling Ave, Burnaby, BC, Canada

This hatha-based, multi-level program is delivered in a gentle and therapeutic style. Each class follows the same outline with routines tailored to the participants. Students will participate in five essential yoga practices: music and sound therapy, breathing practices, eye exercises, asanas (yoga poses), and deep relaxation.