Adaptive Small Group Training Combination Pilot Program for Adults with Special Needs.

YogAbility: practice prioritizes comfort, safety and individual needs to empower the student in improving one’s physical and mental wellbeing, including body awareness, motor skills, focus and emotional regulation. Simple and concise visual modeling/cues and verbal description are employed in a fun way to facilitate understanding and engagement. Various props will be utilized to provide stability and support to safely deepen the experience via asanas (physical yoga postures); pranayama (breathing exercises); and relaxation techniques.

Groove-Abilities: will provide the opportunity to bring music and movement together in a way that encourages the exploration of creativity and to unify as a community. Your instructor will introduce simple movements to the music that will unite the group together and encourage each person to find their own creativity to make them dance their own. We will explore different genres of music and play with different props to enhance creativity and connection. Your way is the right way and you cannot get this wrong!

At the Y, we strive to offer inclusive programming for individuals with special needs and diverse abilities. This open swim program allows those with special needs to have the opportunity to swim in our warm-water therapy pool. This program provides access to the pool during specific times of the day, this is not an instructional program.

Water Safety & Swim Test Requirements

Youth members, 11 and younger, who want to swim independently while at the YMCA without an adult in the pool, will be required to pass a swim test. Once the swim test is passed, they will be given a bracelet indicating that they have passed.  This bracelet should be brought to the Y and worn every time the youth swims.

The following are the requirements for the swim test:

• Swim, head down for 25 yards. Must come up and take a breath and continue swimming without standing up.
• Tread water for 60 seconds
• Jump in from the side of the pool, doing a jump push turn, and grab to return back to the wall.

If a child declines a swim test and/or does not pass the swim test, an adult must be in the water within arms’ reach of the child at all times. Each adult can be responsible for up to two non-swimmers. The YMCA reserves the right to require an adult to be present in the water, even if a child has passed the swim test.

The YMCA may, at its discretion, implement a reservation policy for this open swim program.

Please email [email protected] with any questions.

This children’s yoga class is designed to be inclusive and welcoming to all kids, regardless of their abilities or challenges. The class is thoughtfully structured to accommodate neurodivergent children, those with physical disabilities, or any child facing unique challenges. With a focus on mindfulness, body awareness, and gentle movement, the class encourages each child to participate at their own pace and comfort level.

Visual aids, clear instructions, and flexible adaptations ensure that every child feels empowered to join in, while the supportive and non-judgmental environment fosters a sense of belonging. Whether a child needs extra space, sensory breaks, or individualized modifications, the class prioritizes respect and acceptance, allowing all participants to experience the calming and strengthening benefits of yoga.

*Parent or Caregiver participation is required. Safety is a priority, and parents are expected to provide 1 on 1 assistance for their child when needed. Our hope is that you enjoy following the class alongside your child, and that this opportunity may help you to further connect with one another!

Please email [email protected] with any questions.

This teen yoga class is designed to be inclusive and welcoming to all young adults, regardless of their abilities or challenges. The class is thoughtfully structured to accommodate neurodivergent teens, those with physical disabilities, or any teen facing unique challenges. With a focus on mindfulness, body awareness, and gentle movement, the class encourages everyone to participate at their own pace and comfort level.

Visual aids, clear instructions, and flexible adaptations ensure that every participant feels empowered to join in, while the supportive and non-judgmental environment fosters a sense of belonging. Whether a teen needs extra space, sensory breaks, or individualized modifications, the class prioritizes respect and acceptance, allowing all participants to experience the calming and strengthening benefits of yoga.

*Parent or Caregiver participation is required. Safety is a priority, and parents are expected to provide 1 on 1 assistance for their child when needed. Our hope is that you enjoy following the class alongside your child, and that this opportunity may help you to further connect with one another!

Please email [email protected] with any questions.

Join us for an exciting Adaptive Basketball League program designed exclusively for children ages 5-17 with special needs.

Our supportive environment ensures that every child can enjoy the thrill of basketball while developing essential skills and making new friends.
Led by experienced YMCA staff, this program is tailored to meet the unique needs of each participant, fostering both physical and personal growth.

Why choose our adaptive basketball program?

Basketball League

More information regarding uniforms, league celebration, and picture day will be released the week prior to the start of the league.

Link to purchase YMCA Basketball jersey: Uniform Store

Please email [email protected] with any questions.

Join the fun of Adaptive Gymnastics! This program introduces your child to the basic skills of gymnastics. These will include coordination, balance, tumbling, strength, flexibility and body awareness activities with equipment that includes balance beams, tumbling mats and more. To the best of our ability, instruction and activities are adapted to meet each participant’s skill level and learning style. Participants have fun and gain self-confidence as they try new things and improve their skills alongside new friends.

*Parent participation may be required at the discretion of the instructor. Safety is a priority, and parents are expected to provide 1 on 1 assistance for their child when needed.  Instructor ratio is 3:1 or lower depending upon enrollment.

Please email [email protected] with any questions.

Join the fun of Adaptive Gymnastics! This program introduces your child to the basic skills of gymnastics. These will include coordination, balance, tumbling, strength, flexibility and body awareness activities with equipment that includes balance beams, tumbling mats and more. To the best of our ability, instruction and activities are adapted to meet each participant’s skill level and learning style. Participants have fun and gain self-confidence as they try new things and improve their skills alongside new friends.

*Parent participation may be required at the discretion of the instructor. Safety is a priority, and parents are expected to provide 1 on 1 assistance for their child when needed.  Instructor ratio is 3:1 or lower depending upon enrollment.

Please email [email protected] with any questions.

Want to be a home chef?

This INCLUSIVE cooking class is a great introduction to home cooking techniques. Run by former Cold Steel Chef, Linda Crockett, we will learn knife skills, food safety, kitchen safety, etiquette, and how to cook different types of meals, including side dishes.

This class is designed for both kids with special needs as well as neurotypical kids.

Parent participation is required.

Want to be a home chef?

This INCLUSIVE cooking class is a great introduction to home cooking techniques. Run by former Cold Steel Chef, Linda Crockett, we will learn knife skills, food safety, kitchen safety, etiquette, and how to cook different types of meals, including side dishes.

This class is designed for both kids with special needs as well as neurotypical kids.

Parent participation is required.

The YMCA’s Adaptive Kickball League (Ages 5-17) is all about inclusivity and having fun!

Kick into Fun with Adaptive Kickball at the YMCA!

Join us on the field for an adaptive kickball experience that promises fun, fitness, and friendship!
Children with special needs ages 5-17 will learn valuable kickball fundamentals such as kicking, catching, throwing, and running bases. Our experienced YMCA staff ensures that every child gains confidence on the field while having a blast.
Why choose our Adaptive Kickball program?
Kickball League

Let’s kick into fun together!

More information regarding uniforms, end of league celebration, and picture day will be released the week prior to the start of the league.

Please Note: There will be no class on 7/5

Link to purchase YMCA multi-sport jersey: Uniform Store

Please email [email protected] with any questions.

For youth with special needs, we have created Adaptive Swim Lessons. In small groups, swimmers are taught the fundamentals of swimming, while focusing on water safety. Classes are structured to help create a safe and fun environment.

A parent is required to be in the water with their child and will lead their child through the activities with support from the instructor. This class format offers many benefits such parent/child interaction and the activities can be tailored to the level of the student.

For youth with special needs, we have created Adaptive Swim Lessons. In small groups, swimmers are taught the fundamentals of swimming, while focusing on water safety. Classes are structured to help create a safe and fun environment.

A parent is required to be in the water with their child and will lead their child through the activities with support from the instructor. This class format offers many benefits such parent/child interaction and the activities can be tailored to the level of the student.

For youth with special needs, we have created Swim Lessons for Diverse Abilities. These lessons are set during a quieter time of day at the pool to help reduce distractions and overstimulation. In small groups, swimmers are taught the fundamentals of swimming, while focusing on water safety. Classes are structured to help create a safe and fun environment.

Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water in Stage 1. This stage lays the foundation that allows for a student’s future progress in swimming.

In Stage 2, students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water while also continuing go practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.

Parents MUST be in the water with the instructor’s support in this class. To better serve your child, the instructor may ask a parent to enter the water to support the learning process.

This class is held in the therapy pool.
Please email [email protected] with any questions.

For youth with special needs, we have created Swim Lessons for Diverse Abilities. These lessons are set during a quieter time of day at the pool to help reduce distractions and overstimulation. In small groups, swimmers are taught the fundamentals of swimming, while focusing on water safety. Classes are structured to help create a safe and fun environment.

Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water in Stage 1. This stage lays the foundation that allows for a student’s future progress in swimming.

In Stage 2, students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water while also continuing go practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.

Parents MUST be in the water with the instructor’s support in this class. To better serve your child, the instructor may ask a parent to enter the water to support the learning process.

This class is held in the therapy pool.
Please email [email protected] with any questions.

For youth with special needs, we have created Swim Lessons for Diverse Abilities. These lessons are set during a quieter time of day at the pool to help reduce distractions and overstimulation. In small groups, swimmers are taught the fundamentals of swimming, while focusing on water safety. Classes are structured to help create a safe and fun environment.

Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water in Stage 1. This stage lays the foundation that allows for a student’s future progress in swimming.

In Stage 2, students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water while also continuing go practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.

Parents are permitted to be in the water with the instructor’s support in this class. To better serve your child, the instructor may ask a parent to enter the water to support the learning process.

This class is held in the therapy pool.
Please email [email protected] with any questions.

For youth with special needs, we have created Swim Lessons for Diverse Abilities. These lessons are set during a quieter time of day at the pool to help reduce distractions and overstimulation. In small groups, swimmers are taught the fundamentals of swimming, while focusing on water safety. Classes are structured to help create a safe and fun environment.

Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water in Stage 1. This stage lays the foundation that allows for a student’s future progress in swimming.

In Stage 2, students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water while also continuing go practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.

Parents are permitted to be in the water with the instructor’s support in this class. To better serve your child, the instructor may ask a parent to enter the water to support the learning process.

This class is held in the therapy pool.
Please email [email protected] with any questions.

For youth with special needs, we have created Swim Lessons for Diverse Abilities. These lessons are set during a quieter time of day at the pool to help reduce distractions and overstimulation. In small groups, swimmers are taught the fundamentals of swimming, while focusing on water safety. Classes are structured to help create a safe and fun environment.

Students develop comfort with underwater exploration and learn to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water in Stage 1. This stage lays the foundation that allows for a student’s future progress in swimming.

In Stage 2, students focus on body position and control, directional change, and forward movement in the water while also continuing go practice how to safely exit in the event of falling into a body of water.

Parents are permitted to be in the water with the instructor’s support in this class. To better serve your child, the instructor may ask a parent to enter the water to support the learning process.

This class is held in the therapy pool.
Please email [email protected] with any questions.