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Where Therapy Meets Play

Group Programs & Therapy.

Where Therapy Meets Play

Active Eight offers a range of engaging, NDIS claimable group therapy activities and therapeutic group programs for children and teens. In our small-group sessions, therapy is disguised as play, helping participants build confidence, independence, and meaningful life skills in a fun, safe, and supportive environment.

Through activities including sports, cooking, dance, drama, music, movement, community access, and more, children and teens are supported to develop their social, emotional, communication, motor, and everyday living skills while having fun and connecting with others their age. Our high support ratios allow participants to meaningfully engage in programs suited to their interests, goals, and individual support needs.

Discover our term time group therapy activities below !

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Mindful Movers

Mindful Movers helps develop mobility, strength, relaxation, breathing and emotional regulation skills in a fun and supportive environment. The program also supports body awareness and improves the ability to return to a calm and regulated state when feeling overwhelmed.

Martial Arts

A martial arts program that helps develop mobility, strength, coordination, self-confidence and physical capacity in a fun and supportive environment, while also encouraging discipline, respect for others and awareness of the surrounding environment.

Acro

Let’s learn acrobatic tricks including handstands, cartwheels and partner stunts! Combining elements of gymnastics, jazz, balancing and coordination, members will develop strength, flexibility, confidence and fitness in a fun and supportive environment.

Sports Club

Develop gross motor skills, teamwork, coordination and an understanding of different sports in a fun and supportive therapy group environment. With a different sport focus each term, members can build confidence, physical skills and learn what it means to be a positive team player.

Tennis

Achieve a wide range of physical, play and tennis skills in a fun and supportive environment. Members will develop hand-eye coordination, motor planning, balance, core stability, teamwork and confidence through engaging tennis-based activities and games.

Ninja Warrior

Navigate obstacle courses both independently and in teams while developing strength, fitness, balance, coordination and problem-solving skills in a fun and supportive environment.

Graded Gymnastics

Forward rolls, handstands, cartwheels, jumps and turns! This inclusive program allows members to practice and perform routines both independently and in therapy groups while developing strength, coordination, balance, flexibility and confidence in a well-equipped gymnasium environment.

Dance (all styles)

Develop motor skills, stamina, concentration, musical awareness, flexibility, expression, coordination and creativity through engaging hip-hop, ballet, tap and jazz activities in a fun and supportive environment.

Dance Party

Celebrate Dance Party Week in Week 8 of each term with a fun disco-themed session full of music, movement and games! Members can build confidence, social skills, coordination and creativity while enjoying dancing, group activities and a high-energy party atmosphere with peers.

Cheer

Build motor skills, body awareness, coordination and confidence through a range of high-energy fitness, cheerleading and pom routines in a fun and supportive environment.

Foodies

Develop a positive relationship with food through increased nutritional awareness, food preparation skills and exploration of different tastes and textures in a fun and supportive environment.

Musical Theatre

Develop self-confidence, communication skills and creativity whilst embracing a love of acting, singing and dancing in a fun and supportive group environment.

Troupes

Work together as a group to learn and perform exciting dance routines at State and National Championships. We currently offer Jazz, Cheer and Hip Hop troupe opportunities, helping members build confidence, teamwork, creativity and performance skills in a fun and supportive environment.

Thera Programs

Thera Programs

For members who require higher levels of support within a group environment, we currently offer a range of 1:1 supported social, movement and motor skill programs including TheraCheer, TheraDance, TheraMindful Movers and TheraFit.

Dance Doubles

Choreograph your own dance routine alongside a teacher and another member, then perform virtually at State and National Championships. Members can build confidence, creativity, teamwork and performance skills in a fun and supportive environment. Expression of Interest required.

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The benefits of group therapy for kids

At Active Eight, we believe children learn best when they are engaged in activities they genuinely enjoy. Whether your child loves sport, dance, gaming, cooking, movement, creativity or imaginative play, our group programs are designed to build skills through fun, meaningful and motivating experiences.

Our supportive and neuroaffirming group environment helps children develop:
• Social and communication skills
• Confidence and independence
• Emotional regulation and resilience
• Gross and fine motor skills
• Teamwork and problem-solving skills
• Community participation and everyday life skills

Children also benefit from opportunities to build friendships, practice turn-taking and flexibility, increase self-esteem, and feel a sense of belonging alongside peers with similar interests and experiences.

With a wide range of therapy-led and community-based programs available, our team is passionate about making therapy engaging, supportive and the highlight of your child’s week.. 


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