
Overview
All kids need opportunities to have fun, connect with others, learn new skills, make friends and enjoy a sense of belonging... That's what Kids Like Me is all about! The Help Group's Kids Like Me programs are created especially for children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental challenges. Participants can enjoy after-school classes, clubs, camps, family weekend social activities and other events with peers who share similar challenges. Programs are overseen by highly-trained professionals and developed to accommodate various age and ability levels.
Staff supervision will be provided at no extra charge for Help Group students from 1:30pm to the start of classes at 2:15pm.
Musical Artist Education
A unique instrumental music program where students of varying abilities collaborate in the songwriting process. Various instruments are used with parts adapted so that every student participates according to his/ her ability. All of this culminates in an amazing performance of their newly written song! Students will experience teamwork, creative music making, song production and a sense of accomplishment.
Schedule
| Location | Ages | Day/Time | Start Date | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherman Oaks | 10+ | Mondays + Wednesdays 2:15-3:30pm | July 8, 2013 | $230 for 8 sessions |
| Culver City | 10+ | Tuesdays + Thursdays 2:15-3:30pm | July 9, 2013 | $230 for 8 sessions |
Gaming Club
A unique new club designed to utilize latest gaming technology to foster peer interaction and social skills. Club activities will focus on interactive play, team activities and tournaments.
Schedule
| Location | Ages | Day/Time | Start Date | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherman Oaks | 10+ | Tuesdays 2:15-3:30pm | July 9, 2013 | $110 for 4 sessions |
| Culver City | 10+ | Tuesdays 2:15-3:30pm | July 9, 2013 | $110 for 4 sessions |
Locations
Robotics
Do you like to build things and make them move? Join us in exploring the various aspects of making robots. Work in teams utilizing Lego Mindstorms NXT—we will provide everything you need to construct, program and control your robot.
Schedule
| Location | Ages | Day/Time | Start Date | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherman Oaks | 10+ | Wednesday 2:15-3:30pm | July 10, 2013 | $140 for 4 sessions |
| Culver City | 10+ | TBA 2:15-3:30pm | Week of July 8th, 2013 | $140 for 4 sessions |
Locations
Basketball
This high-energy sports class focuses on skills development, teamwork, sportsmanship and game play. All skill levels welcome.
Schedule
| Location | Ages | Day/Time | Start Date | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherman Oaks | 7-9 & 10+ | Wednesdays 2:15-3:30pm | July 10, 2013 | $110 for 4 sessions |
Locations
SportsZone
A medley of summer sports fun with a focus on skills development, teamwork, sportsmanship and fun. Skills and lead-up games in basketball, soccer, and baseball (whiffle ball). This class is geared towards beginners, but all levels are welcome.
Schedule
| Location | Ages | Day/Time | Start Date | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culver City | 5-9 & 10+ | Wednesdays 2:15-3:30pm | July 10, 2013 | $110 for 4 sessions |
Location
Multi-Media Art
An enriching art class where creativity and artistic expression are encouraged through unique skill-building projects.
Schedule
| Location | Ages | Day/Time | Start Date | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culver City | 5-9 & 10+ | Tuesdays 2:15-3:30pm | July 9, 2013 | $115 for 4 sessions |
| Sherman Oaks | 5-9 & 10+ | Thursday 2:15-3:30pm | July 11, 2013 | $115 for 4 sessions |
Locations
Hip Hop Dance
Calling all dance lovers…GuiDANCE Autism brings this fun new class just for you! Dancers will learn the latest and greatest in hip hop while working on concentration, body awareness, strength, flexibility, self-confidence and social skills. Let your spirit DANCE!
Schedule
| Location | Ages | Day/Time | Start Date | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherman Oaks | 5-9 & 10+ | Tuesday 2:15-3:30pm | July 9th 2013 | $115 for 4 sessions |
| Culver City | 5-9 & 10+ | Wednesdays 2:15-3:30pm | July 10, 2013 | $115 for 4 sessions |
Locations
Character Anime:Drawing
Participants learn and practice basic and advanced strategies of chess play. Class includes instruction, games, tournaments and a whole lot of fun!
Schedule
| Location | Ages | Day/Time | Start Date | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherman Oaks | 10+ | Thursday 2:15-3:30pm | July 11, 2013 | $115 for 4 sessions |
| Culver City | 10+ | Thursday 2:15-3:30pm | July 11, 2013 | $115 for 4 sessions |
Locations
Kids in the Kitchen
Enjoy this new fun-filled and tasty class while learning basic kitchen skills and preparing delicious recipes! Peers work together on special cooking or food projects and have fun compiling their own recipe booklets. All cooking skill levels welcome..
Schedule
| Location | Ages | Day/Time | Start Date | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherman Oaks | 5-9 & 10+ | Mondays 2:15-3:30pm | July 8th, 2013 | $115 for 4 sessions |
| Culver City | 5-9 & 10+ | Mondays 2:15-3:30pm | July 8th, 2013 | $115 for 4 sessions |