Special needs sports and extracurricular activities in the ...
Special needs sports and extracurricular activities in the NYC area
After School and Weekend Programs
(updated Fall 2011)
For more information, please use the contact information below each listing, or feel free to email msearfoorce@ for an electronic copy of this document (in Microsoft Word format).You can also visit for information about local programs. Asterisks (*) indicate programs we have participated in or worked with.
*SOFTBALL – Spring – April - June
See info on the Challenger League, ages 5-18
Late registration still available!
Sunday PM at 77th and Riverside
For more info or a registration form, please email wslittleleague@nyc. or info@.
*SOCCER – FALL Sept. – Nov.
West Side Soccer League
VIP League
Sunday PM at North Meadows in Central Park
Super Soccer Stars
Ages 2 and up, all disabilities.
212-877-7171
*BASKETBALL – WINTER
PS 163 gym
Champions Division starts December 4, 2010, register now!
*SWIMMING – SUMMER and year round
Bethesda Aquatics
citywide
*Free swim instruction for special needs children is offered during the summer by
NYC Parks Dept. Go to the link below for the latest information:
MARTIAL ARTS INSTRUCTION
GROUP OR PRIVATE Lessons
Fitness for Focus, Inc. provides karate instruction in Manhattan and Brooklyn Heights.
Multiple locations and schedule options.
See or call 646-213-1973 for more info.
MUSIC INSTRUCTION
*Daniel’s Music Foundation
Daniel’s Music Foundation is a non-profit organization that provides free music programs for people with disabilities, from 3 years old to adult in the New York City area.
|C/O The Trush Family |Tel: (212) 289-8912 (Daniel or Ken Trush) |
|1641 Third Avenue, #21A |Fax: (212) 534-5978 |
|New York, NY 10128 |Email: info@ |
Helping Hands Initiative
Music therapy, lessons and classes. Fee based on income.
All ages.
Julianna Farella, 718-356-4737
Innovative Piano
In home piano lessons, combines ABA with classical techniques.
All ages and disabilities, $50 per session.
1-800-997-7093
BOWLING
Through AHRC New York City, Saturdays October – May
All ages and disabilities
Alice McGlynn
212-780-2583
SOCIAL PROGRAMS
The Friendship Circle
All ages any disability
Holiday Programs, Sunday Circle*, Friends at Home
*Sunday Circle is a 2 hour monthly dropoff program, FREE, teen buddies and fun activities
info@
646-820-1066
Contact: Dina Shanowitz
Big Brothers Big Sisters of NYC
Ages 7-17 any disability
2 times per month
For more info call the Incredible Kids Program
Francy Henao at 212-686-2042, x229
SFF series at AMC Theaters
Monthly movies in a sensory friendly environment *
*volume lowered, lights turned up, noise okay
Next film, Nov. 5th Puss in Boots
SFF
email msearfoorce@ to receive notifications of group outings to these movies!
Achilles Track Club
Free walking/running/rolling club. Meets 2 times per month
Ages 5-21 and non-disabled siblings.
Karen Lewis 212-354-0300 x305
After school and Saturday Recreation Program
AMAC
Arts and crafts, games, etc.
Transportation provided, $1 per weekday and $2 per Saturday.
M-W, 2:30-4:30, Saturdays 9:00-3:00pm
Ages 8-14 with PDD or Autism
Bonnie Moses, 212-645-5005
*Cub Scout Pack 520
For all boys grades 1 and up, disabilities welcome. Very active troop. September – June. Tuesday evenings plus many extra activities including camp outs.
Pack Leader – Sylvia Stuard: sylviastuard@
SNACK
212-439-9996
All disabilities
free trial class offered
- after school and weekend activities, such as sports, yoga, swimming, social skills groups
JCC
334 Amsterdam Ave
New York, NY 10023
(646) 981-1665
All disabilities
- after school activities, support programs, lectures, workshops, camp fairs, special needs babysitting training course (offers contact information for special needs babysitters who have completed the course!)
92nd STREET Y
The Nesher Program offers after school and Saturday programs for children and teens with developmental disabilities. Children participate in art, science, music, cooking, movement, swimming, sports, dance and drama. Classes are ongoing and prorated. An interview with the director is required.
After school program runs from 2:30-5:30pm.
.Summer camp options are listed online as well
Nesher Saturday Classes:
Street Smarts
Call Melanie Mandel at 212.415.5626 or email mmandel@
East Harlem Council For Community Improvement
Year round Saturday recreation program – includes trips to movies, picnics, amusement parks, gym, sports, games etc. Free, Spanish speaking staff available.
All disabilities, age 8-21
Loretta Copeland 212-410-7707 x5238
Saturday Respite and February School Break
Kennedy Child Study Center
212-988-9500, Josephine Galloway or Rita Leo
Day trips to movies, museums, parks, etc. Spanish spoken.
Ages 3-12, all disabilities.
Exercise, Sports and Swimming
Kids Enjoy exercise Now (KEEN)
Swim, and 1:1 sports activities
Free, but application required.
212-768-6785, Nichole Cerimele
Ages 4-21, Saturdays
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Ages 6 and up with families.
Art workshops including tour on scheduled Sundays October – May.
Call or email for info.
access@
212-650-2010
Museum of Modern Art
Various programs for all disabilities.
Ages 5 and up with family.
Carrie McGee, 212-408-6347
accessprograms@
Brooklyn Recreation program
OTSAR Family Services
Ages 5-21
Sundays from 9:30-2:30pm, some school holidays. Spanish spoken.
David Brody, 718-946-7301, x201
Recreation program for PDD/Autism in Queens
QSAC
Ages 5-13 with PDD or Autism diagnosis.
Transportation from Manhattan provided, Free.
Dita Ruc, 718-728-8476, x1418
UPCOMING SPECIAL NEEDS FAIRS AND EVENTS:
2011-2012 Café 163 meetings:
October 21 at 9:00AM – meeting at PS 163, Sports and Extracurricular Activities for Children with Special Needs
December 16 at 9:00AM – at PS 163, Winter Holiday Meeting with School and Family Resource Fair Handouts Available
2012
February 3 - Alternative Medicine Approaches for Special Needs with FREE Yoga Relaxation Session
April 27 – Guest speaker Lydia Wayman, *contingent on ticket sales* – go to or for more information.
SPECIAL NEEDS SCHOOL FAIR, OCTOBER 25, 2011, 5:30-7:30PM
or 646-505-5708 for more info
The JCC in Manhattan and YAI/NYL/LIFESTART partner to present the annual Special Needs School Fair. Representatives from preschools, elementary, middle, and high schools serving the New York City special needs community will be onsite to provide information and answers to your questions. School materials will be available.
FAMILY AND PROFESSIONAL RESOURCE FAIR,
DECEMBER 1, 2011, 10:00-2:00PM
Church of St. Paul the Apostle, 405 West 59th St. at 9th Avenue
For parents, family members, People with developmental Disabilities, and professionals
Invaluable workshops
Info on services and supports from Over 90 service providers
Caregiver Extras
School Groups Must Preregister
FREE ADMISSION
SPECIAL CAMP FAIR 2012
Sat, 01/28/2012 - 11:00am - 3:00pm
Summer Programs for Children with Disabilities
FREE ADMISSION
Church of St. Paul the Apostle, 405 w. 59th Street at 9th Ave.
Sign Language provided
• Meet the camp directors
• Get a free copy Camps 2011-12
For more information call:
Resources for Children with Special Needs, Inc.
Hilda Melendez
212-677-4650 ext. 34
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