Y DANCE OUTREACH

Moving Forward to the Beat,
Y Dance Outreach engages youth with special needs through dance. Dancing is a fun way to stay physically active while providing a platform for creative self-expression, especially for non-verbal clients. Through focusing on enjoying the music, clients can let loose and explore creating art through movement. It also provides physical exercise, social interaction, and a platform for self-discovery, improving emotional health. Participants of the programme may also be invited to perform at various YMCA community service events, providing public exposure and building confidence.

No.of participants: 10-15
Start Date: 19th February 2021, Friday
Time: 10.30am–12.00pm
Frequency: Every Friday (Except PH)
Duration: 75 minutes
Location: YMCA of Singapore, Level 9 Dance Studio

Roles & Responsibilities:

- To befriend beneficiary during the dance session

- Ensure safety during the dance session

- Assist coach to repeat intrustruction and enforce safety

- Guide beneficiary with the instruction given by the coach

- Befriending beneficiary during dance session

Things to note: 

1. There will be a training arrange before the start of the programme

2. Volunteer must be able to at least commit to 3 session 

Y Water Venture

YMCA Water Venture is among YMCA’s efforts to engage youth with special needs through regular sports. Swimming is a unique sport that allows participants freedom of movement in water. Physical fitness can also improve mental wellness, self-esteem, and confidence. Apart from being a fun way of getting exercise, swimming also equips participants with a useful life skill that opens doors to other water sports and activities.

No.of participants: 6-8 per class
Start Date: 11 March 2021, Thursday
Time: 9.30am–10.30am (Class 1) & 10.30am–11.30am (Class 2)

Frequency: Every Thursday (Except PH)-3 terms per year
Duration: 1 hour
Location: YMCA of Singapore

Roles & Responsibilities:

- To befriend beneficiary during the water activity

- Ensure safety during the swimming session

- Assist coach to repeat intrustruction and enforce safety

- Working with caregiver during swimming session

Things to note: 

1. There will be a training arrange before the start of the programme

2. Volunteer must be able to at least commit to 3 session

3. Volunteer must be comfortable to go into the water if required