Fitskills in Melbourne - be a Fitness Partner to an adult with Down syndrome
Down Syndrome Victoria
- Bendigo VIC, Melbourne VIC, North Melbourne VIC
- Category: Disability Services
- Types of work: Companionship & Social Support, Disability Support, Sport & Physical Activity
Volunteer with people with Down syndrome in a fun exercise program FitSkills FitSkills is an evidence-based physical activity program for people with Down syndrome. In this program the person with Down syndrome will be matched with a volunteer partner. Together they will exercise at their local gym, fitness centre or health club. The program runs for 10 weeks per term and participants go to the gym together once a week followed by a meal with other participants and volunteers.