Adult Special Needs

ADULT PROGRAM REGISTRATION:

2025-26 Session Registration Overview:

• Session I/II Child Programs: June 2, 2025 at 9:30am
• Session I/II Adult Programs: June 3, 2025 at 9:30am
• Session III/IV Child Programs: October 6, 2025 at 9:30am
• Session III/IV Adult Programs: October 7, 2025 at 9:30am

2025-2026 Session Dates:

• Session I: September 8 - November 2
• Session II: November 10 - January 25
• Session III: February 2 - April 12
• Session IV: April 13 - June 14

CLASS DATES

To Register please Contact: MaryW@wyckoffymca.org

SESSION PROGRAMMING:

Ages 18 & Up: 

To Register Contact: MaryW@wyckoffymca.org 

MONDAY CLASSES:

BASKETBALL

Mon. 6-7pm

Session I-II & Session III-IV

Begin with the basics/fundamentals, stance/triple threat and progress through to more advanced skills including dribbling, passing, defense, shooting, rebounding and more, leading up to game play.

Pricing Per 2 Sessions:

Full Member: $270   Program Member: $310

PICKLEBALL

Mon. 5-6pm

Session I-II & Session III-IV

Pickleball is a social, and friendly paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badmintion, and ping-pong. Cover the basics of the rules, terminology, primary skills, court positioning, scoring, and game situations in this class. All equipment is provided.

Pricing Per 2 Sessions:

Full Member: $270   Program Member: $310

MUSICAL THEATRE PERFORMANCE

Mon. 7-8pm

Session I-II & Session III-IV

Experience the “Best of Broadway!” Including scenes, songs, and movement from your favorite shows. Presentation for family and friends at the end of the session.

Pricing Per 2 Sessions:

Full Member: $270   Program Member: $310

WEDNESDAY CLASSES:

BACKYARD SPORTS & GAMES

Wed. 3:30-4:30pm

Location: Advent Lutheran Church

Session I-II & Session III-IV

This is a fun hour of team tournament style play where participants learn teamwork, cooperation, and communication skills. There is no “I in Team” as we play games like Corn Hole, Jumbo Bowling, Ladder Toss, and more!

Pricing Per 2 Sessions:

Full Member: $270   Program Member: $310

CRAFT CLUB

Wed. 3:30-4:30pm

Location: Advent Lutheran Church

Session I-II & Session III-IV

Work with a variety of materials to create some fun and useful projects including yarn, fabric strips, glue, tissue paper, clay, paint, and wood. Same projects as Friday Class.

Pricing Per 2 Sessions:

Full Member: $270   Program Member: $310

FITNESS CLUB

Wed. 4:30-5:30pm

Location: Advent Lutheran Church

Session I-II & Session III-IV

Improve cardiovascular endurance while strengthening the body with group fitness and sport-related skill games. Work on listening and directional skills while developing group interaction and teamwork.

Pricing Per 2 Sessions:

Full Member: $270   Program Member: $310

SPECTRA YOGA

Wed. 5:30-6:30pm

Location: Advent Lutheran Church

Session I-II & Session III-IV

Learn basic postures and meditative techniques to quiet the mind, strengthen the body, and uplift the spirit.

Pricing Per 2 Sessions:

Full Member: $270   Program Member: $310

FRIDAY CLASSES:

MUSIC & ART COMBO

Fri. 4-5pm

Session I-II & Session III-IV

The best of both - Play instruments, sing songs, move to the melody, and develop a true appreciation for music and the fundamentals of tempo, harmony, rhythm, and more! Through art projects, students utilize charcoal, clay, ink, color design, collage, self-portrait, watercolors, sculpture, and much more.

Pricing Per 2 Sessions:

Full Member: $270   Program Member: $310

DINNER TIME CHAT

Fri. 5-6pm

Session I-II & Session III-IV

A time together filled with dinner time discussions while proper etiquette and social interaction is the focus. Dinner is included.

Pricing Per 2 Sessions:

Full Member: $270   Program Member: $310

LET’S RECONNECT

Fri. 6-8pm

Session I-II & Session III-IV

Learn how to socialize, focus on our community, and enjoy a healthy lifestyle through themed events that are fun for the whole group. We do all this by creating collaborative games, group talks, and more!

Pricing Per 2 Sessions:

Full Member: $270   Program Member: $310

SATURDAY CLASSES:

AQUACISE

Sat. 10:45-11:15am

Session I-II & Session III-IV

Work your heart while jogging and doing exercises in the pool that provide a lot of resistance for muscles, but no wear and tear on your joints. Whether you’re looking to lose weight, tone muscles, improve flexibility, or increase endurance, aquacising has been scientifically proven to do the body good! 

Pricing Per 2 Sessions:

Full Member: $230   Program Member: $270

TENNIS/TABLE TENNIS

Sat. 11:30am-12:15pm

Session I-II & Session III-IV

The specialized play-based curriculum encourages social interaction, basic athletic skills, hand-eye coordination, balance, and, of course, a love of tennis. Students have the opportunity to form bonds with their coaches and with their fellow players. All sessions are supervised by highly trained and qualified coaches. The environment is both structured and flexible, with developmentally appropriate equipment that help players feel successful with every swing!

Pricing Per 2 Sessions:

Full Member: $230   Program Member: $270

DANCE

Sat. 12:45-1:30pm

Session I-II & Session III-IV

Improve motor skills, confidence, and socialization. Through simple patterns, sequencing, and repetition, students learn the basics of movement, rhythm, and jazz dance.

Pricing Per 2 Sessions:

Full Member: $230   Program Member: $270

NEW! SPORTS COMBO ON THE TURF

Sat. 11:30am-12:15pm

Sess. I/IV

Practice fundamental motor skills through learning the game of Kickball, Soccer, Field Games, and more. Have fun in a relaxing environment and experience success as individuals and as a team!

Full Member: $135    Program Member: $155

FITNESS FOUNDATIONS

Location: Wyckoff YMCA & FLCC

In each Fitness Foundations group class, participants engage in a variety of wellness areas. The activities include cardiovascular, strength, balance, and flexibility exercises, and nutrition.

The benefits of the class are as follows:

• Increase muscle mass, bone density, and cardiovascular endurance.
• Improve flexibility and balance, decrease the risk of falls leading to critical injuries.
• Increase brain function, improve overall mood, and reduce stress and anxiety.
• Increase self-confidence leading to improved socialization skills.

45-min. Session:

Full & Program Member: $40

21+ DAY PROGRAM

Director: Brad Kutcha

BradK@wyckoffymca.org

201-891-2081 x 207

Shining Star 21+ is our Special Needs Day Program for individuals 21 and older with varying abilities.

It is a hands-on program that focuses on social skills, educational opportunities, and personal development while integrating the participants into the local community.

Mon. – Fri.: 9am-3pm ($90 per day)

Application process required.

Location: Advent Lutheran Church, 2 Day Minimum

Program Includes:

Life Skills

• Cooking
• Money Management
• Health/Fitness
• Hygiene
• Skill Development
• Cleaning
• Personal Interests

Fitness

• Shopping
• Restaurants
• Parks
• Sports/Fitness Events
• Theatre
• Weekly Trips to the YMCA for Swimming, Zumba, & Sports Classes

Technology

• iPads & Wii
• Proper Online Etiquette
• Web Browsing Skills
• Computer Skills