Join Grand Strand Miracle Leagues at Brookgreen Gardens for a School Day Jamboree this fall!
Balance In Bloom: Adaptive Yoga & Nature Learning at Brookgreen Gardens
A Free, Inclusive Field Trip for Georgetown County Classes That Serve Students with Disabilities
Grand Strand Miracle Leagues, in partnership with Brookgreen Gardens, invites classes from Georgetown County that serve students with disabilities to experience a unique day of movement, mindfulness, and outdoor learning.
What the Day Includes:
- ✨ Adaptive Yoga: A calming and inclusive yoga session led by a certified instructor, designed for all abilities
- 🍃 Nature-Based Education: An engaging learning experience led by Brookgreen Gardens’ education team
- 🥪 Lunch Provided: Meals for students, teachers, and staff
- 🚌 Transportation Reimbursement: Funding is available to help cover the cost of bus transportation mileage and the bus driver
Each class is welcome to participate in two dates. All activities are designed with accessibility in mind to support a positive and enriching experience for every student. There is no cost to participate in this field trip.
Program Date Options:
Adaptive Yoga, Heritage Farm Garden program, and lunch
Wednesday, September 3
Wednesday, September 10
Adaptive Yoga, Sensing Nature program, and lunch
Wednesday, October 1
Wednesday, October 15
Educational Session Descriptions
Sensing Nature
Dates: October 1 and 15
Students will explore the Children’s Nature and Sensory Trail, using their senses to experience nature. They will explore both living and non-living things they encounter and make comparisons. Students will have the opportunity to explore the trails and use their senses at diverse, fun-filled stations.
Heritage Farm Garden
Dates: September 3 and 10
Students will journey through “Bethea’s Garden” to learn about the different heirloom vegetables, fruits, and herbs that are seasonally grown. They will discuss the variety of plants grown, the parts we eat, and their nutritional value to us. Additionally, students will learn what it takes to grow an edible garden. They will plant a seed to take home to begin their own garden.
This program is made possible with the support of
Grand Strand Miracle Leagues provides free, inclusive sports and recreation programs for individuals with disabilities ages 4 and up across Horry and Georgetown Counties. Through adapted activities like baseball, golf, soccer, cheer, tennis, and more, we create a welcoming space where every player can grow, thrive, and be celebrated. Our programs are designed with accessibility in mind and focus on fun, friendship, and empowerment, on and off the field.