Physical Activities
Critical to a healthy mind is a healthy body. Therefore, every effort is made to provide active recreational opportunities for our children. Kidz Ark has a membership at the local Recreation Centers and the children engage in team sports and individual activities such as swimming. Weather permitting day hikes are scheduled, softball teams are active for the girls and the basketball courts are kept in constant use. Experience shows us that leaving a child's mind open (while providing guidance and safety) allows some of our residents to experience life as they never have... as a child. Another benefit of recreation is the socialization the children receive. These activities allow them to mingle socially and practice social skills. As funding allows the children are teaken skating, to the theatre, to special sporting events and other local cultural events.