It’s hard to find something for my son to do during the one-week vacations in February and April. He has a lot of energy and working full-time, it’s not possible to take him with me all week. So what’s a parent to do? Find a camp that operates during the one-week vacations. And that I did!
Here in Easthampton, we are lucky to be the new home to Spirit of the Heart – Martial Arts, and Wellness Center. Spirit of the Heart Martial Arts and Wellness Center provides programs and services dedicated to the physical, mental and spiritual well-being of people of all ages.(1)
The February Vacation Camp was open all week – February 17th to February 21st – and ran from 9 am to 3 pm. There was a set schedule of activities during the days. The day included the following (and of course a snack and lunch):
- Cooperative Games
- Martial Arts and Self-Defense
- Art Project
- Outside Time
- Kid STRONG™ Role-Plays
- Martial Arts and Self-Defense
My son, Michael, thrived on the structure and was definitely tired when he got home. The camp kept him from being bored at my place of employment as well as off technology. Not only was his mind stimulated but also his body – a must for a child on the Autism Spectrum.
On his first day of camp, he made sure to ask the really important questions for him – “when is snack” and “when is outside time”. Michael enjoyed the whole week but said his favorite part of camp was “the kicking of the bags” and “being able to play soccer with the little kids. He told me he even let some of the other kids score on him.
If you are looking for a great, local venue for your children to take lessons or attend vacation camps, this is the place to go!
Nancy and her staff are so great with the kids! In addition to offering the one-week Vacation Camps, Spirit of the Heart offers the following classes for kids:
- Kids Kung-Fu
- The STRONG® Program
- Tigers! & Monkeys! and Me!
- Summer Camp
- Birthday Parties
Contact:
Phone: 413-585-1661
Address: 186 Northampton Street
Easthampton, MA 01027
Disclaimer: I received complimentary products and/or compensation for the purpose of this review. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.
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