Mount Pearl Recreation Department - Inclusion

ABOUT

100

What is the name of the centre?

The SUMMIT Centre!!!

200

How many memberships are there?

Over 1000!!!

300

When was the Summit Centre built?

1985!!!

400

Who did we interview?

Sean Mckenna

500

How are they funded?

GOVERNMENT FUNDED

PROGRAMS

100

Who is the Inclusion program targeted for?

Those with special needs and/or abilities!

200

What is the name of the group fitness program?

The ZOOMBA program!!

300

How many lanes does the swimming pool have?

8 lanes!!

400

What society has volunteers that help the Summit Centre's swimming program?

The AUTISM society!! 

500

What does P.E.A.R.L program stand for?

Participation for Everyone in Active Recreation and Leisure

TR RELATED

100

Name THREE barriers to Participation

Cost, self esteem, transportation, lack of awareness, social barriers, lack of skill

200

Name THREE benefits of participation 

Boost self esteem, increase physical strengths, improves concentration and learning, enhanced skill techniques, all the spies, learn independence, meet friends and create memories!

300

Name THREE helpful hints for TR programmers

Provide encourage, be patient and understanding, meet them where they are, provide skill technique, know the needs of the participant

400

In the Summer Program, what is the Staff-to-Child ratio?

1:6

500

How many Recreation staff are there?

SEVEN!!

LOCATIONS

100

Where is the Summit Centre located?

126 Smallwood Dr!!

200

What is the name of the arena?

The GLACIER Arena!!

300

How many different locations are associated with the inclusion program?

THREE!!

400

What is the name of the other Community Centre where programs are ran?

The GLORIA PEARSON Community Centre!!!

500

What is the name of the seniors program at Park Place?

SENIORS INDEPENDENCE!!