Build confidence with your cane and strengthen your travel skills

Join us at Vista Center for a one-day, in-person Orientation & Mobility workshop designed to help participants strengthen their cane skills and feel more confident navigating the world around them. Led by Chris, this hands-on session focuses on practical technique, using your senses effectively, and maintaining a steady line of travel.

This workshop is ideal for individuals who already have a basic understanding of orientation and mobility—for example, someone who has attended a previous introductory session or owns a cane but hasn’t had many opportunities to practice using it. Participants should be comfortable working in a small group setting and interested in building confidence through guided practice.

Because the focus is on group learning and foundational technique, clients who already use a cane regularly but need more detailed refinement may benefit more from individualized 1:1 training.

What to Expect:

This active, practical workshop combines instruction with real-world practice in a supportive environment. With plenty of space to move and sighted staff present for safety, participants will practice techniques together before applying them in the community.

Group size is limited to 6–7 participants to ensure personalized attention and a safe learning environment.

Workshop Agenda:

Monday, May 4th from 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Learning & Practice

Introduction to cane technique, focusing on:

• Proper cane use and movement
• Using your senses to gather environmental information
• Maintaining a line of travel or general direction
• Guided group practice in a safe environment

12:00 – 12:30 PM | Lunch Break (Lunch will be provided!)

12:30 – 2:30 PM | Community Route Travel

Participants will take their skills out into the real world with a guided group walk (approximately ½ mile). The group will travel along a planned route while practicing techniques learned earlier in the day.

2:30 – 3:30 PM | Individual Wrap-Ups

Each participant will have a 10-minute one-on-one session with Chris to:

• Review observations from the day
• Receive personalized tips and feedback
• Evaluate cane fit and type

Why Attend?

• Build confidence using your cane
• Practice skills in a supportive group environment
• Apply techniques in real community settings
• Receive individualized feedback from an Orientation & Mobility specialist

If you’re ready to put a little more “spring in your step” and strengthen your travel skills, this workshop is a great next step.

Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged. Suggested donation of $20 is appreciated.