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Thursday – Communication and Boxing
Thursdays focus on building clear, confident communication skills, with the added benefit of a structured boxing session to support fitness, coordination and self-confidence.
Morning Focus – Communication Skills
The morning session supports participants to grow their verbal and non-verbal communication. Activities include practising conversation skills, expressing opinions, asking questions, taking turns and recognising body language. The environment is supportive and relaxed so participants feel safe to have a go and build confidence speaking and listening in a group.
11am – Boxing
Late morning, participants take part in a supervised boxing session. This is a non-contact program that focuses on pad work, coordination, following instructions and safe movement. Boxing is a great outlet for energy and can help improve focus, resilience and physical fitness while still being fun and social.
Afternoon Focus – Communication Games
In the afternoon, participants engage in communication games that put the morning’s learning into practice. Activities might include role-play, guessing games, charades, word challenges or team tasks that encourage speaking clearly, listening, problem-solving and working together.
Benefits and Outcomes
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Build everyday communication skills in a supportive setting
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Practise expressing ideas, asking questions and taking turns
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Improve fitness, coordination and focus through structured boxing
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Develop resilience and confidence in a safe, guided environment
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Strengthen teamwork and social skills through group games
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Apply communication skills in fun, low-pressure activities
The Life Skills Day Program is designed for people aged 16 and over with a mild to moderate intellectual or developmental disability. Working within a small group and led by an experienced facilitator, Johnny H Life Skills supports both school leavers and adults to build the capacity and skills needed for everyday living and increased community participation.
Meals, Transport & More
The NDIS price covers the duration of the term and will be arranged through a Program of Supports.
Participants can bring their own lunch or enjoy a meal prepared in-house for a small fee which covers the cost of morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and drinks, all prepared fresh each day. Lactose and gluten free options are available – you may indicated your dietary needs when booking.
For those who bring their own meals, please be aware that we are a nut-free centre – for the health and safety of all participants, please avoid bringing foods that contain nuts.
A standard cost of $2.50 applies to all participants to cover the cost of course materials and certain activities, which are not covered by the NDIS.
The NDIS price includes support only. Johnny H can only accept booking requests from those whose NDIS funds are Self or Plan Managed. If your plan is Agency Managed, please call 1300 053 001 to discuss your options.
Shuttle bus transport is available – please choose your preferred options when booking. Shuttle time and cost will be calculated according to your pick up / drop off point.
Bookings can be made at any time during the term.
We do our best to minimise any changes but plans may be forced to change due to external staffing, school holiday programming and adverse weather.
Please refer to our Cancellation Policy prior to booking.
