Sensory Sessions: Active Academy for Teens

Active Academy are delighted to partner with dlr Libraries again this summer, bringing an inclusive area for teenagers to hang out with or alongside others while sharing their interests. Activities include reading zones, Lego, board games, art, beauty and fitness. The sessions are flexible and can be adapted to include any special interests or new things that the teenagers may like to try or share. 

*Please note these sessions are aimed at members of the neurodiverse community. 

**Teen Time** for ages 15-18yrs

• Tues 19, Wed 20 & Thurs 21 August, 12.00-2.00pm 

Available activities include reading zones, Lego, board games, art, beauty and fitness. The sessions are flexible and can be adapted to include any special interests or new things that the teenagers may like to try or share. Places are limited, booking essential. 

**Teenager Taster Sessions** for ages 15-18yrs

These short sessions offer participants the chance to try something new. If your teenager needs 1:1 support we would ask you to stay during these taster sessions.  

• Tues 19 August, 2.15-3.00pm: Inclusive Exercise Class 

Try our 30-minute exercise class for all levels and abilities. These classes are aimed at teenagers but we encourage their parents / guardians to join in too.  

• Wed 20 August, 2.15-3.00pm: Board Games, Book & Hobby Share 

Bring along your favourite board game or some books that you may like to swap, review or discuss with other readers. You can also share your hobbies or special interests by introducing them to others and letting us try them out. 

• Thurs 21 August, 2.15-3.00pm: Lego, Art, Basic Crafts & Beauty 

Get creative with Lego, paints, stencils, embroidery sets, bead bracelets and loom bands, or treat yourself to a mini-pamper session with our nail polish and face masks. 

For more information, including bookings, please email libraryculture@dlrcoco.ie