Registration for Fall 2019 Programming is Now Open!

Registration for our free fall programming is now open! Registration will remain open from Aug. 13 – 23 or until programs are full. We are excited to offer the following programs this fall:

One-on-One Educational Tutoring

• Literacy (ages 3+): weekly as scheduled with student & tutor
• Math (ages 3+): weekly as scheduled with student & tutor

Click Here to Sign up as a Student or Tutor

Early Learners Group Programs

• LMNOP (recommended ages 0-3): Language, Music, N’ Our Peeps is an interactive and engaging program that guides young children with Down syndrome and their families through learning basic sign language and other forms of communication using music and language-based activities. LMNOP will take place weekly on Saturdays at 10:30am – 11:30am on the following dates: 9/7, 9/14, 9/28, 10/5, 10/19, and 10/26.
• Busy Bodies (recommended ages 0-5): Busy Bodies is the perfect place for children with Down syndrome, their siblings, and friends of all abilities to meet new friends, learn, and grow, while parents have the opportunity to socialize and network with one another. Busy Bodies will take place on Wednesdays at 9:30am-11:00am on the following dates: 9/11, 9/25, 10/9, 10/23, 11/6, 11/ 20, 12/4, and 12/18.
• Music in Motion (recommended ages 4-7): Led by our friends in the Music Therapy department at Belmont, Music in Motion builds self-confidence and strengthens social skills, communication, and motor skills through the therapeutic use of music and dance. There will be two sessions available for this age group:
  • GROUP 1: Mondays at 4:45pm – 5:30pm from 8/26 – 12/2 (no sessions on 9/2, 10/14, and 11/ 25)
  • GROUP 2: Fridays at 4:45pm – 5:30pm from 8/30 – 11/ 22 (no session on 10/25)

School-Aged Children Group Programs

• Music in Motion (recommended ages 8-12): Led by our friends in the Music Therapy department at Belmont, Music in Motion builds self-confidence and strengthens social skills, communication, and motor skills through the therapeutic use of music and dance. Music in Motion for this age group will take place weekly on Fridays at 5:45pm – 6:30pm from 8/30 – 11/ 22 (no session on 10/25).
• Yoga (recommended ages 8-12): Our Yoga program promotes healthy habits for a lifetime of wellness through a practice and routine that integrates physical, mental, and emotional development, helping participants develop personal awareness and learn specific strategies to maintain focus and manage emotions and impulses. Yoga for this age group will take place on Wednesdays at 5:00pm – 5:45pm on the following dates: 9/11, 9/25, 10/9, 10/23, 11/6, 11/ 20, and 12/4.
• Super Sibs (recommended ages 8-13): Super Sibs is a special time for siblings of individuals with Down syndrome to talk about the good and the sometimes not-so-good moments of having a sibling with Down syndrome. Participants will share, play games, and have fun connecting with other siblings. Super Sibs will take place on Wednesdays at 6:15pm – 7:00pm on the following dates: 9/4, 9/18, 10/2, 10/16, 10/30, and 11/13.

Teens & Adults Group Programs

• Music in Motion (recommended ages 13-18): Led by our friends in the Music Therapy department at Belmont, Music in Motion builds self-confidence and strengthens social skills, communication, and motor skills through the therapeutic use of music and dance. Music in Motion for this age group will take place weekly on Mondays at 5:45pm – 6:30pm from 8/26 – 12/2 (no sessions on 9/2, 10/14, and 11/ 25).
• Yoga (recommended ages 13+): Our Yoga program promotes healthy habits for a lifetime of wellness through a practice and routine that integrates physical, mental, and emotional development, helping participants develop personal awareness and learn specific strategies to maintain focus and manage emotions and impulses. Yoga for this age group will take place on Thursdays at 6:30pm – 7:30pm on the following dates: 9/5, 9/19, 10/3, 10/17, 10/31, 11/14, and 12/5.
• Friends, Fun, & Fitness: CrossFit (recommended ages 16+): We are excited to once again partner with CrossFit Pro Vita to offer an adaptive fitness program for teens and adults with Down syndrome! This program promotes physical fitness and facilitates social interaction and positive peer relationships through purposeful physical activities for adolescents and adults. This program will meet in Germantown on Thursdays at 6:00pm – 7:00pm on the following dates: 9/26, 10/10, 10/24, 11/7, and 11/ 21.
• EPIC (recommended ages 18+): EPIC (Empowerment, Participation, Independence, & Community Involvement) provides opportunities for socialization and community involvement while creating a fun and memorable experience. Participants work on vocational, communication, and social skills to boost confidence and encourage independence through goal-oriented objectives. This program will meet weekly on Tuesdays at 6:00pm-8:00pm from 9/3 – 12/3 (no session on 11/ 26).

Click Here to Register for Group Programs

If you have any questions about fall programs, please reach out to Carlie Simms at programsnashville@gigisplayhouse.org.