ADAPTIVE PROGRAMS
The impact of these programs goes far beyond the fun activities planned. The Y believes that in a diverse world we are stronger when we are inclusive, when our doors are open to all and when everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive.
WINTER 2025
GYMNASTICS
Our Adaptive Gymnastics program is uniquely designed and geared to families with children ages 3-7 with differing abilities. Participants will strengthen both fine and gross motor skills through an array of sensory-inclusive activities, increase joint attention, learn self-regulation strategies, and improve decision-making. Our goal is for children to improve their confidence and abilities! Caregiver participation may be required.
SESSION DATES: 1/5 – 3/16
M: $235 | CM: $265
DAY: SUNDAY
AGES: 3-7
TIME: 2:30-3:15 PM
SWIM LESSONS
At the YMCA, we prioritize developing confident swimmers and believe swimming is a life skill everyone should have access to.
The goal of adaptive swim lessons are to increase comfort with water exploration, introduce basic self-rescue skills performed with assistance and begin the fundamentals of swimming through directional change and forward movement.
The 2:1 child to swim instructor ratio helps the instructor provide a more flexible instructional style to best meet the needs of each individual.
SESSION DATES: 1/5-3/16
DAY: SUNDAY
AGES: 6-13
M: $310 | CM: $355
TIME: 12:15-1:00 PM
AGES: 3-5
M: $260| CM: $300
TIME: 12:15-12:45 PM, 12:45-1:15 PM
FALL 2024
GYMNASTICS
Our Adaptive Gymnastics program is uniquely designed and geared to families with children ranging from 2–17 years old with differing abilities: seeking to strengthen both fine and gross motor skills through an array of sensory-inclusive activities, helping children increase their joint attention, teach self-regulation strategies, and increase their decision-making skills. Our goal is for children to believe in themselves and their abilities! Caregiver participation may be required.
SESSION DATES: 9/8 – 12/15
M: $330 | CM: $375
DAY: SUNDAY
AGES: 3-7
TIME: 3:30-4:15 PM
AGES:8+
TIME: 2:30-3:15 PM
SWIM LESSONS
Swimming is an important skill for all. Our goal for each class is to promote the child’s comfort in the water, focus on water safety, and teach them the fundamentals of swimming to the extent of their ability. The 2:1 child to swim instructor ratio helps the instructor provide a more flexible instructional style to best meet the needs of each individual.
SESSION DATES: 9/8-12/15
AGES: 14+
M: $470 | CM: $520
DAY: SUNDAY
TIME: 12:15-1:00 PM
AGES: 6-13
M: $390 | CM: $440
DAY: SUNDAY
TIME: 12:15-12:45 PM, 12:45-1:15 PM
AGES: 3-5
M: $390| CM: $440
DAY: SUNDAY
TIME: 12:15-12:45 PM, 12:45-1:15 PM
ADAPTIVE BASKETBALL
SKILLS & DRILLS CLINIC
Basketball for all, designed for individuals with and without intellectual disabilities! Participants will learn fundamental basketball skills, including dribbling, shooting, and passing, while also developing essential teamwork abilities such as communication, active listening, and taking turns in a supportive and inclusive environment.
SESSION DATES: 11/11-1/27
AGES: 8-16
DAY: MONDAY
TIME: 6:15 – 7:00 PM
COST: Members: $200 | Community Members: $200
IN THE NEWS
In Fall 2023, the WWFY “Team Happy” played in their first Special Olympics Unified Basketball Tournament and went on to place first for their division in the State Tournament! “It’s not about the color of the medal, but the process. These participants have worked really hard improving their skills, attention, and teamwork. It is so rewarding to see their progress and dedication shine through”, said Christina I. Scherwin, Chief Operations Officer of the Westport Weston Family YMCA.
