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Adaptive Fitness + Enrichment
Group fitness, enrichment, and functional skills for adults with autism
Through engaging weekly sessions, participants explore group athletics and enrichment activities designed to strengthen physical health, motor skills, teamwork, and communication. These experiences also nurture essential life skills, fostering greater confidence and independence.
With small class sizes and thoughtfully designed spaces, we create a safe, welcoming environment that minimizes distractions. Our certified instructors, experienced in adaptive programming, take the time to understand each participant’s unique needs—ensuring activities are inclusive, enjoyable, and tailored for success.
Aides are always welcome to attend at no cost and may participate as much or as little as they’d like. If no aide is present, ability to use the restroom independently is required.
Find out more about other adaptive programming offered by the Ridgewood Y:
Sports and Fitness
Alley-Oop Hoops Basketball
This inclusive and supportive basketball program focuses on skill development, teamwork, and confidence-building in a fun, low-pressure environment. Players of all abilities 16+ are welcome—modified drills and coaching ensure a safe and positive experience for everyone. Join us to build skills, make friends, and enjoy the game of basketball in a welcoming and understanding space!
Program typically runs during Winter, Spring I, Spring II, Fall I, and Fall II sessions.
FALL I SESSION BEGINS SEPTEMBER 2025 | REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 28
| Session | Registration opens | Session begins | Session ends |
|---|---|---|---|
Winter | December 9 2024 | January 6 2025 | March 2 2025 |
Spring I | February 3 | March 3 | April 27 |
Spring II | March 31 | April 28 | June 22 |
Summer | May 26 | June 23 | August 17 |
Fall I | July 28 | September 8 | November 2 |
Fall II | October 6 | November 3 | December 28 |
Winter (2026) | December 8 | January 5 2026 | March 1 2026 |
Programs typically run in 8-week session blocks.
Registration remains open two weeks into each session. Late registration costs will be prorated.
Not all programs run during each session. To view individual program availability, please visit the program registration page or click the button below.
For more info and questions, contact Megan Nayden at [email protected]
Financial Aid
We believe the opportunity to gain personal growth from our programming should be accessible to everyone regardless of financial situation or socioeconomic status. Our Membership for All program ensures that nobody is turned away because of inability to pay.
Download our application here.