Amicus Recreation teen programs offer teens from grade 9 - grade 12 with Learning Disabilities (such as Dyslexia) and/or ADHD opportunities to participate in diverse activities and socialize with peers who also have LD and/or ADHD.
Participants may want to indulge in an area of passion that they already have or they may wish to explore some new activities that they’ve never tried before.
No matter which activity a participant chooses, an important component of all Amicus programs is the development of positive social skills. Approximately one-quarter of each program is dedicated to the explicit teaching of social skills and our staff serves as experienced social coaches. Programs are led by our mature, trained and caring staff (university age) who understand the needs of youth with LD/ADHD.
Our group sizes are no larger than 15 participants and provide a 3:1 participant to staff ratio so that all children/youth receive the attention that they require. Some programs are smaller than 15 participants if space or partner organizations require this.
Most programs are registered and take place once per week and vary in length from 4 weeks to 8 weeks long.
New programs begin in the fall, winter and spring.
*Please note, our Teen Dinner Party is FULL and registering for waitlist*
Intake Criteria
Teens up to Grade 12 can attend Amicus Recreation programs if they meet our Intake Criteria.
If your child has not participated in an Amicus or social skills program through Foothills Academy before, the first step is to complete the Intake process prior to registration taking place.
Location
Normally, all Amicus Recreation programs take place at Foothills Academy unless otherwise indicated.
Schedule
To view the full calendar of Amicus program, go to our Google calendar.
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POLARIS Teen LeadershipPersonal Opportunities for Leadership Activities, Recreation, Inclusion and Social Skills (Grades 7 to 9) -
Teen Dinner PartyLearn cooking skills, make delicious meals and connect with peers! (Grades 9-12) -
Multisport 1Soccer, climbing, floor hockey, belly baseball and more! (Grades 3-6)Multisport 1 -
Horsemanship ProgramHorses teach, camp inspires - confidence follows
Jana has a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Calgary, and is registered with the Alberta College of Social Workers. She has a history of working with children, youth, and families, and is passionate about early intervention, prevention, and meeting children’s social, emotional, and developmental needs. Jana is trained in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training, and the Nurturing Parenting Program Curriculum. She utilizes a trauma-informed and strength-based approach in her social work practice, aimed at mitigating the effects of trauma, strengthening family resilience, increasing natural supports, and building on existing strengths.
Intake Criteria
Check our Intake Criteria to ensure that we can meet the needs of your child.
New Amicus Participants
Intake approval is needed prior to registration if your child has not participated in any Amicus programs before. Please complete the Intake Form to begin the process.